The Black Dolphin Holiday Park

Property class: 3.5

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.
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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a covered area with a metal roof, and a view of trees and a road.
A building with a large tree in front, a grassy area with benches, and a clear sky.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a balcony with a view, and a bed.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3-5 Dunns Lane, Merimbula, NSW, 2548
  • Place, Main Beach Recreation Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Merimbula Boardwalk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Merimbula Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Merimbula, NSW (MIM)
    ‪2 min drive‬

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Sea Breeze Villa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Palm Villa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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Superior Beach Comber

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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10.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 5
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About the neighborhood

Merimbula

With a stay at The Black Dolphin Holiday Park in Merimbula, you'll be by the ocean, just steps from Main Beach Recreation Reserve. .This family-friendly holiday park is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Merimbula Boardwalk and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Merimbula Marina.

What's nearby

  • Main Beach Recreation Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Merimbula Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Merimbula Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Merimbula Imlay Historical Society - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Spencer Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Sapphire Merimbula - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fleetwood Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sunny’s Kiosk - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Superette - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Black Dolphin Holiday Park

The Black Dolphin Holiday Park offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Dip into one of the 3 outdoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a complimentary water park and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this holiday park include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 75
Late check-in fee: AUD 75 for check-in between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

This property charges a 0.5% transaction fee for Electronic Funds Transfer at Point of Sale (EFTPOS) cards used at onsite payment terminals.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: AUD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 75 for check-in between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Firewood fee: AUD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April

Property is also known as

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The Black Dolphin Holiday Park Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 352 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is right next to the beach, and it is also dog-friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, easy walk to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff right near boat ramp
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely relaxing stay with the family loved the view from our room will definitely do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach views and convenient to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, great cabin and kids loved the water park / slides/ pools etc
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay will definitely bring the grandsons next time they will love it here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great family spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy Access to beach and cafes and onsite facilities for families is fantastic!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great service, nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our short stay easy walk to the beach or into town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay with the family
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy & has most of the basic cooking equipment, short walk to the beach, town & board walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasing stay close to shops and food and cafe
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2 or 3 night stay better than a 10 day stay that i had, enjoyed it, weather and beach helped the stay
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff amazingly helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable and easy access to town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and pool was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - confortable and well equipped for a couple of nights stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked my stay and would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
This property was good for a short stay