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Our top choices for Great Mackerel Beach hotels

A pool with clear blue water, a curved edge, and a view of the ocean and a distant island.

1. Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach

Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach
5.0 star property
Palm Beach, 3.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Excellent service from check in to exit Lovely quiet room with very modern conveniences Great stay"
Australia
Norah
The price is P36,283
P39,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach
A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

2. Mantra Ettalong Beach

Mantra Ettalong Beach
4.0 star property
8.9 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,584 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Alan
The price is P8,289
P9,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Mantra Ettalong Beach
A terrace with wicker chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats.

3. Silkari Mirage Newport

Silkari Mirage Newport
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Great Mackerel Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (797 reviews)
"Thank you for the stay Silkari resort. Friendly team, nice breakfast and room very clean."
Australia
Seema
The price is P8,524
P9,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Silkari Mirage Newport
A spacious bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a well-lit ceiling with industrial-style lighting fixtures.

4. Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
7.8 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (405 reviews)
"This place is a great way to stay in the heart of the central coast . Beautiful beaches walking distance , great coffees at quirky cafes . A lovely room , dinner if you wish . Don’t want to recommend too much , might become popular!"
Australia
Cynthia
The price is P5,524
P6,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.

5. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
3.5 star property
9.1 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room,friendly staff, good parking. Close to many restaurants."
Australia
Lewis
The price is P6,438
P7,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
A covered outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs, a red wall, and potted plants.

6. Brooklyn Motel

Brooklyn Motel
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"Very comfortable room close to transport"
Australia
Wayne
The price is P11,088
P12,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Brooklyn Motel
A poolside area with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a view of a pool and trees.

7. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
4.5 star property
10.1 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Friendly staff, was great to just relax by a quiet pool in the sun"
Australia
Simon
The price is P23,010
P25,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

8. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Lovely, old fashioned, community living in beautiful, serene surroundings. Great value. We loved our stay."
Australia
Anne
The price is P8,743
P9,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. There is a ceiling fan, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
4.5 star property
12.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (378 reviews)
"Amazing service, cleanliness and child friendly!"
Australia
Jessica
The price is P7,779
P9,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining set.

10. Miramare Gardens

Miramare Gardens
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay, very good location."
Australia
Donna
The price is P8,683
P9,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Miramare Gardens
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.

11. Nightelier Narrabeen

Nightelier Narrabeen
4.5 star property
14.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (808 reviews)
"Great location and lovely helpful staff"
Australia
Shainshaie
The price is P7,908
P8,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Nightelier Narrabeen
A swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by green plants and rocks.

12. Checkers Resort & Conference Centre

Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
3.5 star property
14.5 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (739 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Prakash
The price is P7,690
P8,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
A hot tub with three people.

13. Galaxy Motel

Galaxy Motel
4.0 star property
18 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (962 reviews)
"Great location, right beside the RSL."
Australia
Lloyd
The price is P6,259
P6,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Galaxy Motel
A two-story house with a sign reading "Coracagna Shares" on the front.

14. Copacabana Shores

Copacabana Shores
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (440 reviews)
"Nice little accommodation block. Helpful staff Comfy bed spacious room"
Australia
David
The price is P7,363
P8,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Copacabana Shores
A coastal hotel with a beachfront, swimming pool, and multiple buildings.

15. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG
4.5 star property
20.6 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
The price is P10,929
P12,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG
A room with a view of a beach and ocean through large windows, a white chair, and a small table with a glass.

16. Elysium Manly

Elysium Manly
4.5 star property
Manly, 22.9 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"This property was lovely and directly across from the beach. The staff were excellent, meals were fantastic and it was centrally located and walkable to shopping and enjoying the seaside board walk."
United States
Kerrie
The price is P15,819
P17,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Elysium Manly
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, an air conditioner, a window with curtains, a nightstand, a drawer, and a painting on the wall.

17. Ashwood Motel

Ashwood Motel
3.0 star property
18.1 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (681 reviews)
"Easy access and great variety of food close by"
Australia
Shane
The price is P5,643
P6,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Ashwood Motel
A row of hotel rooms with metal railings, a concrete pathway, and green plants along the side.

18. Ibis Budget Gosford

Ibis Budget Gosford
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and understanding staff Michelle was very friendly and room so clean"
Australia
Flora
The price is P5,901
P5,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ibis Budget Gosford
A modern hotel reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk labeled 'QUEST', and pendant lighting.

19. Quest Chatswood

Quest Chatswood
4.0 star property
Chatswood, 25.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (763 reviews)
"Good location!! Good size rooms and balcony!"
Australia
Lee
The price is P5,079
P5,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Quest Chatswood
Bar (on property)

20. voco Gosford by IHG

voco Gosford by IHG
3.0 star property
18.5 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (57 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Kryan
The price is P10,360
P10,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
voco Gosford by IHG
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Where to stay in Great Mackerel Beach

Find the best Great Mackerel Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.

Sydney Central Business District

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Darling Harbour

Once the site of disused railway yards and dilapidated wharves, one of Sydney’s greatest urban renewal projects has breathed life into this location once more.

A large, arched building with multiple entry points, including signs for 'Entry' and 'No entry'.

Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Afterpay Arena or Accor Stadium while you're exploring the area.

A waterfront with a ferry named 'Ocean Wave' and a building labeled 'MANYLY WHARF'.
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Manly

This coastal suburb of Sydney is like something from a postcard, and a haven for surfers, swimmers and sunbakers.

A beach with a flag on a pole, a swimmer in the water, and people on the shore.

Bondi Beach

A noteworthy feature of Bondi Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Bondi Beach and Bondi Pavilion.

Top Great Mackerel Beach Hotel Reviews

Rydges North Sydney

Rydges North Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"Good location for getting around by train. Victoria Cross is just a quick walk down the street and only 2 stops to get to Martin Place where we needed to go and see the Opera House, Skyeye tower, Botanic Gardens and Mrs Maquaries chair also Darling Harbour. Room was nice and clean and comfortable."
Sarona 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Rydges North Sydney

Frequently asked questions

What is Great Mackerel Beach like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Sydney's Great Mackerel Beach neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Great Mackerel Beach as part of your Great Mackerel Beach travel plans.
How many hotels are there in Great Mackerel Beach?
Expedia has 8 Great Mackerel Beach hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Sydney area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Great Mackerel Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Great Mackerel Beach.
What are the top things to see and do in Great Mackerel Beach?
Great Mackerel Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Great Mackerel Beach. Resolute Beach and Currawong Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Sydney.