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A spacious bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a well-lit ceiling with industrial-style lighting fixtures.

1. 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 S$125
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel
A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

2. 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 S$138
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.

3. 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 S$145
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
A terrace with wicker chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats.

4. Silkari Mirage Newport

Silkari Mirage Newport
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Great Mackerel Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (796 reviews)
"Thank you for the stay Silkari resort. Friendly team, nice breakfast and room very clean."
Australia
Seema
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Silkari Mirage Newport
A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

5. 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 S$187
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Mantra Ettalong Beach
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 S$250
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Brooklyn Motel
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.

7. 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 S$189
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.

8. 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 S$179
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Nightelier Narrabeen
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining set.

9. 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 S$169
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Miramare Gardens
A swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by green plants and rocks.

10. 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 S$154
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
A pool with clear blue water, a curved edge, and a view of the ocean and a distant island.

11. 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 S$818
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach
A two-story house with a sign reading "Coracagna Shares" on the front.

12. Copacabana Shores

Copacabana Shores
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"Nice little accommodation block. Helpful staff Comfy bed spacious room"
Australia
David
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Copacabana Shores
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a brick wall and a window with curtains.

13. Avoca Beach Hotel

Avoca Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
17.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (491 reviews)
"Very clean comfortable room, helpful and friendly staff, great experience"
Australia
Philip
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Avoca Beach Hotel
A poolside area with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a view of a pool and trees.

14. 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 S$519
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
A courtyard with a stone sculpture, a small garden, and a brick wall.

15. Mount Kuring-Gai Motel

Mount Kuring-Gai Motel
3.5 star property
17.9 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (518 reviews)
"Hosts frendlines and help. Location and bed was comfortable"
Australia
Arkady
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Mount Kuring-Gai Motel
A hot tub with three people.

16. 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 S$147
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Galaxy Motel
A swimming pool with a brick building in the background, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

17. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

Gosford Palms Motor Inn
3.5 star property
18.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (684 reviews)
"Great little stop over stay! Very clean - great comfortable bed - excellent amenities- very hospitable receptionist!"
Australia
Brian
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Gosford Palms Motor Inn
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 S$121
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Ibis Budget Gosford
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.

19. 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 S$119
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Ashwood Motel
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 S$221
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
voco Gosford by IHG
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Darling Harbour

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

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Top Great Mackerel Beach Hotel Reviews

Meriton Suites Chatswood

Meriton Suites Chatswood

10/10 Excellent
"Great room,"
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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 neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Great Mackerel Beach as part of your Great Mackerel Beach travel plans.
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Expedia has 8 Great Mackerel Beach hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Sydney area.
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