Welcome to Hat Head
Surf breaks, coastal walking tracks and wide stretches of near-empty beach define a trip to Hat Head. The national park that wraps around the town keeps the landscape largely untouched, so the water stays clear and the crowds stay thin. Resorts in Hat Head are compact and low-key, matching the pace of the place. It's the kind of coast where you spend your days outdoors and your evenings watching the light drop over the Pacific.
How to find the best resort deal in Hat Head
Love how effortless it is to compare flights with us? The same clever search engine can dig up great deals on resorts and rooms too. Give these tips a go to find the best rates fast.
Book in advance
Book in advance if you can. Organising things ahead usually means better prices and a broader range of resorts, especially around holidays and school breaks.
...Or bag a last-minute Hat Head resort deal
Leaving it late comes with some risk, but it can still land you a bargain. Some places drop their rates close to arrival to attract guests, especially during low season.
Flexible on dates? Say hello to better rates
Cheap resorts in Hat Head can be easier to find if your dates are flexible. Try different months or seasons, or go midweek instead of weekends to save money.
Go all-inclusive
All-inclusive resorts in Hat Head can be a savvy money move if you want to spend the majority of your stay in one place. With meals, activities and drinks bundled into the room rate, they can offer better value than paying for things as you go. Check availability for this stay type as you compare.
Show discounted resorts only
Use the 'Only show hotels with discounts' filter to easily find resorts offering reduced rates or special offers. This saves you from digging through full-price options.
When to visit Hat Head
High and low season in Hat Head
Summer (December through February) is the most popular time to visit Hat Head, with warm weather drawing visitors for swimming, fishing, and exploring the national park. Demand for accommodation rises during school holidays, so securing your stay early is a practical move. The long days give you plenty of time to make the most of the area's natural spaces.
Visiting outside of summer means fewer people around and a more relaxed experience overall. Conditions can be cooler and less predictable, but Hat Head still has appeal for fishing, walking, and wildlife watching. Services in the area are limited at the best of times, so checking ahead before your trip is always sensible.
Hat Head is a small, low-key destination, and confirmed local events are hard to pin down from outside the area. Accommodation hosts are often the best source of information on any community activities happening during your stay. Regional tourism websites covering the Kempsey Shire area are a good starting point before your trip.
