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A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A street with a building featuring a staircase and a garden with palm trees.

A beach with a paved walkway, trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

1. Gosford Inn Motel

2.9 km from Strickland State Forest

Serena

P3,367

P5,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a counter area with a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk with a sink, a chair, and a small table.

A bar area with a marble countertop, shelves of liquor bottles, and a patterned floor.

2. Encore by Mingara

9.9 km from Strickland State Forest

Pradip

P7,593

P8,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A large house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond reflecting the structure.

A window with sheer white curtains, a view of a building, and trees.

A view through a doorway to an outdoor patio area with a round table and a chair, surrounded by a wooden railing.

3. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

13.7 km from Strickland State Forest

Anne

P6,143

P6,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A beach with waves, a rainbow, and clouds.

A swimming pool with a view of the ocean and beach.

A building with a sign reading 'The Factory Nougat & Chocolate Central Coast NSW.'

A building with a red roof and a garden with a hedge maze.

4. Bay House Motel

13.6 km from Strickland State Forest

Maryanne

P6,462

P7,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern building with a "VOCO" sign, featuring multiple floors and large windows, situated in an urban area with visible streets and buildings.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a tree branch overhead.

A reception area with a curved reception desk, multiple seating options, and a large potted plant.

5. voco Gosford by IHG

6.3 km from Strickland State Forest

Kryan

P10,793

P10,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A wooden deck with a white chair and a bottle of wine, a bowl of strawberries, and two glasses of white wine.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a view of the ocean, and a balcony with a curved railing.

A modern room with a large TV, two chairs, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

6. Ocean Front at The Entrance

15.5 km from Strickland State Forest

Karen

P6,382

P7,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A swimming pool with a brick building in the background, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and a palm tree.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

7. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

6.3 km from Strickland State Forest

Brian

P6,183

P6,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a TV on a stand, a desk with drawers, a chair, a dresser, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including tables and booths.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with a view of palm trees.

8. Galaxy Motel

6.7 km from Strickland State Forest

Lloyd

P6,980

P7,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A row of hotel rooms with metal railings, a concrete pathway, and green plants along the side.

A modern building with a grey facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and a chalkboard sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a door with a mirror, and a small bedside table.

9. Ibis Budget Gosford

6.5 km from Strickland State Forest

Flora

P5,923

P5,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and lush greenery in the foreground.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence, and a building with a sign in the background.

A building with a beige exterior, large windows with curtains, and a number '123' on the door. There are potted plants in front of the building.

10. Ashwood Motel

6.6 km from Strickland State Forest

Shane

P5,664

P6,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern living room with wicker furniture, large windows, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a window with curtains, a view of the sea, and a small round table with a vase of flowers.

A modern reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and seating area with white wicker furniture.

11. ibis Styles The Entrance

13.9 km from Strickland State Forest

Melissa

P5,584

P6,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A patio area with a stone fountain, a white outdoor seating area, and lush greenery.

A residential house with a garage, surrounded by palm trees and a garden.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

12. Tiarri Terrigal

13.6 km from Strickland State Forest

Zara

P8,176

P8,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A staircase with metal railings leading to a second floor, a brick wall with peeling paint, and potted plants.

A modern restaurant with leather booths, round tables, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor patio area with wooden benches and a planter box with red flowers.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a brick wall.

13. Grand Hotel Wyong

12.6 km from Strickland State Forest

Nathan R

P5,738

P6,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A coastal hotel with a beachfront, swimming pool, and multiple buildings.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by large planters with various plants, overlooking a body of water.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of trees and water, and warm lighting.

A modern dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs, large windows with a view of trees, and a green sofa.

14. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

13.3 km from Strickland State Forest

Jelena

P10,969

P12,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, buildings, and a clear blue sea.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A pool area with glass railings, palm trees, and a red-roofed building in the background.

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

15. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

12.1 km from Strickland State Forest

Je-Ann

P8,580

P9,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Two people seated at a round table with a wicker chair in the background.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and a building with large windows in the background.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative spherical light fixtures.

A modern spa room with a massage table, a small pool, and a view of the garden.

16. Mercure Kooindah Waters Central Coast

13.5 km from Strickland State Forest

Evrim

P7,503

P8,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A covered outdoor swimming pool with a glass roof, a hot tub, and outdoor seating.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, well-maintained landscaping, and a brick facade.

A bar area with wooden stools, a counter with bottles, and a hanging plant.

A gym with exercise equipment, white chairs, and a large plant.

17. The Select Inn Gosford

4.2 km from Strickland State Forest

Susie

P6,781

P7,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A poolside area with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a view of a pool and trees.

A covered entrance with a black door, stone steps, and large planters with greenery.

A beach with a sandy shore, waves, and a hill with houses in the background.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table surrounded by chairs, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

18. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

17.3 km from Strickland State Forest

Simon

P23,095

P25,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern bar area with a central bar counter, seating arrangements, and a ceiling design with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

A wooden staircase with a geometric patterned wall in the background.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a brick wall with a kitchen in the background.

A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Hotel Gosford

6.1 km from Strickland State Forest

Andrew

P4,416

P4,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden deck.

A modern, well-lit room with a wooden bench, a hanging coat rack, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Wicker chairs with checkered cushions and a white brick wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and large windows with sheer curtains.

20. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

12.5 km from Strickland State Forest

Melissa

P7,052

P7,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Strickland State Forest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gosford Inn Motel	8.0 Very good 775 reviews	View
Encore by Mingara	9.8 Exceptional 228 reviews	View
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast	9.6 Exceptional 65 reviews	View
Bay House Motel	9.8 Exceptional 152 reviews	View
voco Gosford by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 56 reviews	View

Top Strickland State Forest Hotel Reviews

Encore by Mingara

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel"

Gosford Palms Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"A top little spot to stay."

Galaxy Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Place was great, the Mrs loved the club being"

The Select Inn Gosford

8/10 Good

"Bed was so comfortable and room clean"

Hotel Gosford

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Grand Hotel Wyong

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place to stay. The young man who checked us in was very friendly and helpful."

voco Gosford by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing stay at Voco. The hotel was immaculately clean from the lobby, to the hallways and inside the rooms. The rooms were modern and spacious. The bathroom was huge and luxurious. We stay in a lot of hotels and this is of of the best yet."

Ibis Budget Gosford

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and clean. Enjoyed the maccas view at night. It was good."

The Clan Terrigal

10/10 Excellent

"Liked the view over the lake. The restaurant was not open which was inconvenient Everything else was great"

Other attractions near Strickland State Forest

Yirik Close Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Yirik Close Reserve, a lovely green space in Lisarow.

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Pearson Park

After visiting Pearson Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lisarow.

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Cottesloe Avenue Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cottesloe Avenue Reserve, a lovely green space in Lisarow.

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Donna Close Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Donna Close Reserve, a lovely green space in Lisarow.

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Janine Donna Close Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Janine Donna Close Reserve, a lovely green space in Lisarow.

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Palm Grove Ourimbah Creek Landcare Site

Explore the great outdoors at Palm Grove Ourimbah Creek Landcare Site, a lovely green space in Ourimbah. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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McGrath Close Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at McGrath Close Reserve, a lovely green space in Lisarow.

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Sensory Park

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Sensory Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Narara. Check out the spas and charming cafes in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Strickland State Forest?

Strickland State Forest is located in a welcoming area of Somersby known for its beautiful beaches and charming cafes. You'll find 37 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Strickland State Forest?

Hotel Gosford is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 bars and a restaurant. It's located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Strickland State Forest. Other good choices within 5 miles include Gosford Inn Motel and The Select Inn Gosford.

How many hotels will I find near Strickland State Forest?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Strickland State Forest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Strickland State Forest, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Strickland State Forest.

What can I see and do near Strickland State Forest?

Spend some time wandering around Yirik Close Reserve, Pearson Park, and Cottesloe Avenue Reserve. Sights and attractions like Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum, Gosford Regional Gallery, and Laycock Street Theater offer insight into the local culture. Enjoy nature at Donna Close Reserve, Janine Donna Close Reserve, or Palm Grove Ourimbah Creek Landcare Site.

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Our top choices for Strickland State Forest hotels

1. Gosford Inn Motel

2. Encore by Mingara

3. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

4. Bay House Motel

5. voco Gosford by IHG

6. Ocean Front at The Entrance

7. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

8. Galaxy Motel

9. Ibis Budget Gosford

10. Ashwood Motel

11. ibis Styles The Entrance

12. Tiarri Terrigal

13. Grand Hotel Wyong

14. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

15. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

16. Mercure Kooindah Waters Central Coast

17. The Select Inn Gosford

18. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

19. Hotel Gosford

20. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Top Strickland State Forest Hotel Reviews

Encore by Mingara

Gosford Palms Motor Inn

Galaxy Motel

The Select Inn Gosford

Hotel Gosford

Grand Hotel Wyong

voco Gosford by IHG

Ibis Budget Gosford

The Clan Terrigal

Other attractions near Strickland State Forest

Yirik Close Reserve

Pearson Park

Cottesloe Avenue Reserve

Donna Close Reserve

Janine Donna Close Reserve

Palm Grove Ourimbah Creek Landcare Site

McGrath Close Reserve

Sensory Park

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