Over 95 Years of Excellence Since 1929

Jonah’s is one of Australia’s most spectacular ocean retreats located at Whale Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The perfect location to escape, relax and indulge, Jonah’s will fulfil your dreams of that most relaxed getaway.

An iconic Sydney destination perched on the cliffs between the Pacific Ocean and Pittwater. Jonah’s offers 180° ocean views from every restaurant table and private hotel room. With 11 spacious Ocean Retreat rooms and a highly awarded restaurant for a complete getaway experience. A stunning wedding venue and the perfect event or conference facility.

Jonah’s was founded in 1929 by Constance Vidal, a visionary who saw the potential of a cliff top roadhouse. One of the first buildings in the area taking in the incredible location, the current bar is the original dining room and the reception area was the expansive veranda. Jonah’s moved from roadhouse to fine dining following the second World War where appreciation for luxurious experiences grew. In 2001 Jonah’s undertook major transformation to create a boutique retreat that continued to take advantage of the spectacular position and view. Luxury rooms with private balconies and jacuzzi spa baths, space for on-site beauty treatments, additional outdoor areas, an infinity pool and meeting spaces were added.

Renowned for its luxury, privacy and comfort, Jonah’s has attracted celebrities from entertainment, politics, business and Royalty from all over the world. Jonah’s has had the pleasure of welcoming Lord Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Joan Collins, Members of the Royal Family of Monaco, Elle Macpherson, Mick Jagger, Jerry Hall, Bono, Rod Stewart, Sir Michael Caine, Gerard Butler, Rachel Griffiths, Jesinta Campbell and Buddy Franklin, rock legends Queen, ACDC’s Brian Johnson, One Direction, Justin Bieber, Sam Smith and the list goes on. 

Jonah’s high standard for exceptional service, exquisite dining, and luxury accommodation has been recognised on both a national and international stage over the years. This is a result of the strong management team and staff who constantly strive for excellence, delivering the best possible experience to guests at all times. With breathtaking views, a spectacular outdoor terrace and peaceful cliff-top garden, Jonah’s is the perfect place for dining, a luxury stay, your romantic wedding, a special event, executive retreat or conference.

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BONVILLE GOLF RESORT

Voted Australia’s Favourite Golf Course in Golf Australia Magazine’s, Australia’s 50 Favourite Golf Courses poll, 7 years in a row, Bonville is Australia’s best golfing experience and the ideal location for your next individual or group golfing holiday. Situated on the beautiful Coffs Coast, the 18 hole, Par 72, championship course will stimulate golfers of every standard.

PACIFIC BAY RESORT

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and rainforest hinterland on the Coffs Coast, Pacific Bay Resort is NSW largest beachside resort with direct beach access. Boasting over 100 acres of tropical gardens, a 9 hole, par three golf course, 3 swimming pools, tennis courts, gym and spa, restaurant, conference centre and 100 well appointed executive Hotel, One and Two bedroom apartments.

Awards @ Jonah’s

Jonah’s has been the proud recipient of many awards in the hotel and restaurant industries over its 95 plus years

Jonah’s high standard for exceptional service, exquisite dining, and luxury accommodation has been recognised on both a national and international stage over the years. This is a result of the strong management team and staff who constantly strive for excellence, delivering the best possible experience to guests at all times. The Jonah’s Restaurant is continuously developing new menus throughout the year and the eleven ocean retreat rooms of the boutique hotel have recently been entirely refurbished to feature beautiful coastal interior design.


World of Fine Wine

Winner Best Hotel Wine List in the World
2022

Regional Winner – Best Hotel Wine List 2023, 2024
Regional Winner – 
Best Dessert & Fortified Wine List 2023

Regional Winner – Best Champagne and Sparkling List 2022
Regional Winner – 
Best Long Wine List 2022

Australia’s Wine List of the Year

Member of the Australia’s Wine List Hall of Fame

Awarded 3 Glasses in Australia’s Wine List of the Year
2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024


US Wine Spectator

Winner of 2 Glasses in the US Wine Spectator Wine List of the Year Awards
2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024


Australia’s Wine List of the Year

Winner Best Australian Hotel Restaurant Wine List
2015, 2016 & 2017 (able to win 3 times only)

Winner Australia’s Wine List of the Year
2017 (able to win once only)


Australia’s Wine List of the Year

Judy Hirst Award
Sommelier Responsible for Best Wine List

2017


Australia’s Wine List of the Year

Winner Best Wine List in NSW
2016, 2017 & 2018 (able to win 3 times only)


Trip Advisor

Certificate of Excellence
2012 – 2023


Tourism Accommodation Australia

Restaurant of the Year – Deluxe Hotel
2017


Australian Hotels Association

Best Restaurant – Accommodation Division NSW
2017


Savour Australia

Best Restaurant Wine List – Extensive
Best Metropolitan Wine List featuring NSW Wines

2016


Savour Australia

Winner People, Produce, Place Tourism
Winner Best Restaurant in a Hotel/Motel Resort

2017


Savour Australia

Best Contemporary Restaurant-Formal
Best Restaurant Wine List-Extensive
Best Restaurant/Caterer in a Licensed Venue Wine List

2018


Savour Australia

Best Tourism Restaurant Australia
2019


Weddings Industry Professionals of Australia

Awarded Three Diamonds
2016


Gault & Millau

Awarded Jonah’s Restaurant 17/20 and Four Hats
2014 & 2015

Awarded Jonah’s Restaurant 16/20 and Three Hats
2016, 2017 & 2018

Awarded Jonah’s Restaurant 15.5/20 and Three Hats
2019


Tourism Accommodation Australia

Metropolitan Restaurant of the Year – Deluxe Hotel
Winner – 2015
Highly Commended – 2016

Chef of the Year
Highly Commended – 2016


World Luxury Hotel Awards

Continent Winner – Best Luxury Coastal Hotel
2011 – 2018

Country winner – Best Luxury Boutique Hotel
2017


Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide

One Chef’s Hat Award
2009 – 2020