Hotels in Port Macquarie

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Positioned at the mouth of the Hastings River on the Tasman Sea Coast, the coastal town of Port Macquarie is situated in New South Wales, Australia, on the Mid North Coast. It's a spot for the free-spirited and young at heart. Numerous sights and activities make it an ideal stop for couples or families traversing together or solo travellers. This small town is home to less than fifty thousand residents. It has a friendly vibe and oozes a youthful, vibrant, adventurous culture.

Depending on the location and facilities, accommodation options range from luxurious to mid-range to budget-friendly. Some of the views offered are breathtaking, with others providing extras such as Free Wi-Fi and parking, a spa and an indoor or outdoor pool. Lodging options vary, and you'll find a blend of backpacker's outlets, hotels, motels, resorts and camping grounds.

Neighbourhoods of Port Macquarie

  • Central Business District: This area consists of two shopping centres, a marina, several specialty stores and a picturesque walking trail.
  • Sovereign Hills: This is a newly developed area purported to consist of 2,500 homes.
  • Transit Hill: This neighbourhood is highly-priced and hosts real estate with amazing city and ocean views.

What to see and do in Port Macquarie

  • Hastings River: Take a slow cruise during the day or at night and enjoy the views and calming atmosphere.
  • Flynn's Beach: You'll find lots of other campervans here. The location is perfect for a night's rest, then wake up to mesmerizing sounds of gentle waves and a beautiful sunrise.
  • Tacking Point Lighthouse: This cement lighthouse offers breathtaking views from the top. It was built in 1879.
  • Koala Hospital: This wildlife rehabilitation centre offers public tours.
  • Roto House, NSW National Parks: Learn about the history of koalas and the locality.
  • Explore the Beaches: The area hosts eighteen beaches ranging from secluded sand patches encompassed by incredible rock-strewn headlands to family-oriented swimming beaches. These include Shelly Beach, Rocky Beach, Nobby's Beach, Miners Beach, Oxley Beach, Town Beach and Flynn's Beach. Here, you'll find great BBQ and picnic spots. You can also enjoy surfing on the numerous beaches.
  • Port Macquarie Surf School: Hire a board at one of the many surf shops and get surfing lessons.
  • Douglas Vale Historic Homestead and Vineyard: Attend a wine tasting session, tour the vineyard and purchase wine.
  • Art at the Breakwall: Admire the fascinating painted rock wall situated next to Caravan Park. Started as an art competition, it has now blossomed into an incredible gallery commemorating love, life and road adventures.
  • Port Macquaire Museum: Experience the regional history-themed displays.

What to eat in Port Macquarie

The area has a long history of seafood. Its outdoor lifestyle encourages the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Cuisines available include Modern Australian, International, Japanese, Seafood, Mexican and Italian. Popular meals include parmigiana and pasta, salmon fillet served with beetroot (baked) and sweet potato. Other favourites include soft shell crab, black pudding puree and prosciutto-crusted wild boar. For breakfast, how about Belgian banana waffles with salted caramel sauce

Typical events and festivals in Port Macquarie

  • Hand Built Pottery Class: Learn pottery every Saturday afternoon and get to take home your finished product once it has dried.
  • Festival Of The Sun: This is an annual music festival held outdoors. It usually takes place in December, principally at the Sundowner Breakwall Tourist Park. This event is renowned for breaking records on ticket sales.
  • Bottlebush Bash Trail Run: This marathon has various distance categories to cater to the different abilities. It is a great opportunity to take in the magical area as you run through stunning trails and tracks.

How to move around in Port Macquarie

Public transport in this municipal is convenient. The busways customers can now use a cashless system to make payments. Apart from the local buses, you can take the train, depending on which side of town you are heading out to, or hire a car rental. You can also opt to use the taxi services available.

The climate in Port Macquarie

The weather at this destination is perfect for travel any time of year. Temperatures rise to 26°C (78.8°F) in the hottest months of January and February and drop to 19°C (66.2°F). June to August is the coolest period, with temperature highs of 19°C (66.2°F) and lows of 8°C (46.4°F). There is significant rainfall, with 10 to 11 days of rainfall in the wettest months of February and March. The driest period is August, experiencing five days of rainfall.

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Hotel Ibis Styles Port Macquarie
Hotel Mercure Centro Port Macquarie

Hotel Mercure Centro Port Macquarie

1,048 yd from city centre Excellent location
Hotel Rydges Port Macquarie

Hotel Rydges Port Macquarie

1,116 yd from city centre Excellent location
Motel Rotary Lodge Port Macquarie

Motel Rotary Lodge Port Macquarie

1.8 mi from city centre Good location

Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Port Macquarie

The most centrally located hotels in Port Macquarie with the best ratings are: Hotel Mantra Quayside Port Macquarie, Hotel Aston Hill Motor Lodge and Resort Sails Port Macquarie.

Hotel Melaleuca Caravan Park and Hotel Leisure Tourist Park are the closest ones to Port Macquarie.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Port Macquarie, we recommend Motel El Paso Motor Inn, Hotel Flynns Beach Resort and Hotel Mantra Quayside Port Macquarie.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Port Macquarie are Hotel Waters Edge Port Macquarie, Hotel Rydges Port Macquarie and Resort Sails Port Macquarie.

If you want to save time, the hotels in Port Macquarie with express check-in and check-out are Hotel Mantra Quayside Port Macquarie, Hotel Macquarie Barracks Motor Inn and Hotel Waters Edge Port Macquarie.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Port Macquarie are Motel El Paso Motor Inn, Hotel Flynns Beach Resort and Hotel Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie.

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Port Macquarie, like Motel El Paso Motor Inn, Hotel Flynns Beach Resort or Hotel Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie.

The best-rated hotels in Port Macquarie with a gym are Hotel Flynns Beach Resort, Hotel Mantra Quayside Port Macquarie and Resort Sails Port Macquarie.

The following hotels in Port Macquarie have luggage storage: Motel El Paso Motor Inn, Hotel Mantra Quayside Port Macquarie and Hotel East Port Motor Inn.