Riverside Holiday Resort Urunga

Award-winning riverside resort in Urunga with Hall of Fame recognition from NSW Tourism Awards

Awards & Recognition

Riverside Holiday Resort Urunga holds a place in the NSW Tourism Awards Hall of Fame for winning GOLD three years in a row in the Self Contained Accommodation category. The resort also earned Hall of Fame status for Excellence in Accessible Tourism, also with three consecutive GOLD wins. At the Australian Tourism Awards, Riverside Resort Urunga received Bronze, ranking as the third best self-contained accommodation in Australia.

Accommodations

The resort offers 40 self-contained two-bedroom apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchen including an oven, refrigerator, stove top, microwave, and dishwasher. Five of these apartments are designed for wheelchair accessibility, with ground-floor options and disability access features. Riverside Holiday Resort Urunga also welcomes pets, with apartments that provide outdoor patios and direct access to the tropical gardens.

Location & Surroundings

Riverside Resort Urunga sits at the convergence of the Bellinger and Kalang Rivers, a short walk from the famous accessible Urunga Boardwalk and tidal lagoon. The C.ex Urunga Golf and Sports Club is next door, offering golf, tennis, croquet, and dining. Major attractions like Bellingen Valley, Dorrigo National Park, and Coffs Harbour are within a 15- to 45-minute drive.

Family & Children

The resort provides an on-site children's playground with trampolines, a large saltwater pool, and barbecue areas with electric BBQs in picnic settings. Kids' outdoor play equipment and a safe, garden environment allow families to relax while children play. The pool, which overlooks the golf course and river, offers a chair lift for accessible entry, making it usable by all generations.

Accessibility & Inclusivity

Urunga Riverside Holiday Resort is a multi-award-winning accessible tourism property, with five wheelchair-accessible apartments, an accessible pool lift, and accessible parking. The entire resort is designed for guests with mobility needs, including level pathways and CCTV for safety. The nearby Urunga Boardwalk is also fully accessible, extending the ease of exploration beyond the resort.

• Awards: NSW Tourism Awards Hall of Fame (Self Contained Accommodation & Accessible Tourism)
• Rooms: 40 self-contained two-bedroom apartments, five wheelchair-accessible
• Location: At the convergence of Bellinger and Kalang Rivers, next to golf club
• Family: On-site playground, trampolines, saltwater pool with chair lift
• Accessibility: Accessible apartments, pool lift, parking, and nearby boardwalk
• Pet: Pet-friendly resort with garden access
• Activities: Fishing, kayaking, cycling, tennis, golf next door