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Our top choices for Great Mackerel Beach hotels

A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

1. 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 ₩178,799
₩196,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Mantra Ettalong Beach
A pool with clear blue water, a curved edge, and a view of the ocean and a distant island.

2. 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 ₩785,004
₩863,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale 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 ₩184,429
₩202,872 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)
The price is ₩120,459
₩132,509 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 ₩139,288
₩153,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
A poolside area with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a view of a pool and trees.

6. 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 ₩497,825
₩547,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
A covered outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs, a red wall, and potted plants.

7. 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 ₩239,886
₩263,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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.

8. 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 ₩164,051
₩203,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

9. 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 ₩189,158
₩208,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.

10. 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 ₩171,102
₩188,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Nightelier Narrabeen
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining set.

11. 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 ₩187,868
₩206,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Miramare Gardens
A coastal hotel with a beachfront, swimming pool, and multiple buildings.

12. 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)
"We enjoyed our stay with the gorgeous view"
Australia
Jelena
The price is ₩236,447
₩260,092 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.

13. 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 ₩331,628
₩364,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Elysium Manly
A swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by green plants and rocks.

14. 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 ₩166,373
₩183,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
A hot tub with three people.

15. 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 ₩135,419
₩148,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Galaxy Motel
A two-story house with a sign reading "Coracagna Shares" on the front.

16. 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 ₩145,310
₩159,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Copacabana Shores
A modern hotel reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk labeled 'QUEST', and pendant lighting.

17. 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 ₩109,884
₩120,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Quest Chatswood
A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central fire feature, and a view of a city skyline.

18. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
4.5 star property
Mosman, 28.7 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (965 reviews)
"Unbelievable view of the harbour and makes it so convenient to explore the zoo. The staff were friendly and helpful and the exclusive tours were amazing as well"
Australia
Lewis
The price is ₩450,539
₩585,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
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)
The price is ₩122,093
₩134,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ashwood Motel
A row of hotel rooms with metal railings, a concrete pathway, and green plants along the side.

20. 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 ₩127,681
₩127,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ibis Budget Gosford
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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

Historical and commercial heart of Sydney, the CBD boasts towering skyscrapers, lively café culture, and nightlife in areas like Darling Harbour. Explore parks such as Hyde Park and cultural institutions, while enjoying easy access to public transport.

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Darling Harbour

Adjacent to Sydney's city centre, Darling Harbour boasts a pedestrian precinct with attractions like the Australian National Maritime Museum and Chinese Garden of Friendship. Enjoy dining at Cockle Bay Wharf, explore Tumbalong Park, and access various transport options, including the Inner West Light Rail and ferry services.

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

Sydney Olympic Park

Featuring a large sports and entertainment area, commercial developments, and extensive parklands, this Greater Western Sydney suburb offers attractions like Bicentennial Park and Newington Armory. Easily accessible via Olympic Park railway line and ferry services.

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

Beach-side suburb with easy ferry access, Manly offers a mix of ocean and harbor beaches, scenic cycle tracks, and a lively commercial area along The Corso. Explore historic sites like North Head Quarantine Station and enjoy outdoor dining.

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 11 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.
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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.