10 Top-Rated Resorts in Pacific Coast Australia, New South Wales

June 13, 2023 Flossie Demartino

Discover the best Resorts in Pacific Coast Australia, New South Wales including Sails Port Macquarie by Rydges, Peppers Salt Resort & Spa Kingscliff, Mantra Ettalong Beach, Mantra on Salt Beach Kingscliff, Hotel Nelson, Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie, Sandcastle Apartments Port Macquarie, Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific, an IHG Hotel, Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort, Novotel Newcastle Beach.
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1. Sails Port Macquarie by Rydges

20 Park St, Port Macquarie, New South Wales 2444 Australia
Excellent
46%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1156 reviews

Sails Port Macquarie by Rydges

The ultimate in coastal getaways! Sails Port Macquarie by Rydges is the newest 4.5-star waterfront resort in Port Macquarie. This coastal beauty has recently emerged from an extensive refurbishment to reveal 92 stunning guest rooms and suites providing the ultimate in Port Macquarie accommodation, with a funky waterfront bar and restaurant, amazing conference & event facilities and an onsite Wedding chapel. The stylish and contemporary Hamptons design of the resort is inspired by its breathtaking bay side location. Sails Port Macquarie offers guests the chance to retreat, relax and rejuvenate with all the coastal life essentials. Soak in the summer sun with a cocktail in hand by the pool with private cabanas and a heated spa. Bring the boat and make use of our very own private jetty and waterfront pavilion while you explore Port Marina and the Hastings River right on the doorstep. Set among landscaped gardens, explore the beauty that Sails Port Macquarie has to offer.

Too short

Reviewed By Siale H

Our stay was for two nights. But way too short but one thing. I must say the checking in at 14:00 is way too late or any hotel for that matter. Especially if you’re paying for a premium room. If your to stay for two days, it should be a total of 24 hrs. It’s the only down side to staying. Otherwise our room was amazing. Checking in was great and easy. We will be looking at returning again. But hoping for an early check in to make it worthwhile.

2. Peppers Salt Resort & Spa Kingscliff

Bells Boulevard, Kingscliff, New South Wales 2487 Australia
Excellent
48%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 4381 reviews

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa Kingscliff

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa is located on absolute oceanfront only 15 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport and within easy reach of the attractions of the Gold Coast and 30 minutes from Byron Bay. The resort offers beautifully decorated Hotel Rooms and self- contained suites, ranging from one to three bedrooms, just metres from Salt Beach. All Rooms include a private balcony with outdoor furniture, air-conditioning, LCD screen colour televisions, Austar and video on demand channels, CD player, STD/ISD direct dialling, minibar, refrigerator, bathroom, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, ironing equipment. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.

Poor value for money

Reviewed By Grace D

There was no bathtub in the very basic room for $300 per night and the room key was faulty. The TV didn’t work so not the best value for money. The location is good and the lagoon pool is lovely.. just think it’s a little over priced and not sure why.

3. Mantra Ettalong Beach

53 - 54 The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, New South Wales 2257 Australia
Excellent
31%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
8%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 3397 reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

Mantra Ettalong Beach offers spectacular ocean views just 90 minutes north of Sydney on the Central Coast. Combining superbly appointed beachfront accommodation with a range of facilities the resort is the perfect destination for any stay. Select a studio, one and two bedroom un-serviced spa suites, offering magnificent pool and hinterland views, and are fully furnished with kitchenettes, laundry facilities, air conditioning, WiFi (fees apply), balconies, cable TV, CD player and stereo system, hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities and spa baths or enjoy the outdoor pool and spa. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time. Due to COVID-19, our reception hours have been reduced to 7am - 11pm. PLEASE NOTE SAME DAY BOOKINGS ARE UNABLE TO BE SECURED AFTER 10PM.

perfect location perfect brake

Reviewed By urilau

The staff were very professional and helpful with a smile. The room was very comfortable and spacious. Our stay was for a brake with friends, and the location was perfect, local eateries delicious. We had an awesome time. Thank you Mantra.

4. Mantra on Salt Beach Kingscliff

Gunnamatta Avenue, Kingscliff, New South Wales 2487 Australia
Excellent
44%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 4447 reviews

Mantra on Salt Beach Kingscliff

Mantra on Salt Beach offers exceptional facilities and a beautiful beachfront location just 90 minutes' drive from Brisbane, 30 minutes from Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport. Hotel Rooms, along with One and Two Bedroom Suites, each with air conditioning, private balcony, cable TV and most offering breathtaking ocean views make for a delightful coastal escape. Please note, wheelchair accessible rooms are available. Complete with two lagoon pools, rock spa, tennis courts, gym and free undercover parking. We also have 24-hour reception and a concierge. Enjoy lunch overlooking the resort's lagoon pool and Salt Beach while indulging in the delightful menu of Surge Restaurant & Bar. Using the freshest local produce the head chef creates an enticing lunch menu that will impress and satisfy everyone. For the family Surge Restaurant & Bar has you covered by creating affordable kids' meals and provides high chairs on request. Centrally located within Salt Village, Mantra on Salt Beach offers direct access to Salt Beach, not to mention a variety of restaurants and retail stores. Offering elegance and style to complement its naturally beautiful surroundings, Mantra on Salt Beach is the ultimate coastal getaway. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.

Great Location Kingscliff

Reviewed By 466perryg

Holidays with my wife were beautiful. We could have stayed there the whole week without having to leave for anything. Fabulous breakfast buffet At Season. Very comfortable and well layed out room. Loved it. Staff were very friendly. Pools were excellent for relaxing with a cool unheated lagoon complex, smaller heated pool and larger jaccuzi. Lots of choice places right on the premises. Wish we could have stayed longer. Investment opportunities around there too.

5. Hotel Nelson

3 Government Rd, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales 2315 Australia
Excellent
49%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 729 reviews

Hotel Nelson

Hotel Nelson is a medium sized hotel located right in the centre of all the action that make Port Stephens great. Walk to the marina, beach, shops, cafes and cinema! Plus we have a heated pool, super cool cafe with P&R coffee, plus a steam room, gym, bocce court, BBQ's and bikes! We are a full service hotel, with rooms serviced daily, breakfast available 7 days, lunch Tuesday to Sunday and friendly hotel staff who will happily help you plan your day out in the magnificent Port Stephens!

Best location

Reviewed By Mokany

Right in the heart of Nelson Bay with the best cafe in town on Ground floor. Really loved the renovated and restyled room, the spa, the complimentary goodies and the friendly and efficient staff. Absolutely loved the views.

6. Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie

40 William St, Port Macquarie, New South Wales 2444 Australia
Excellent
53%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2549 reviews

Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie

Mantra The Observatory offers seaside accommodation in the heart of Port Macquarie. Located directly across from the beach, this contemporary hotel boasts spectacular views over the ocean, river and hinterland, and provides close proximity to many of the areas natural attractions. Secure onsite car parking with an electric car charging station is complimentary for all guests along with free in-room wireless Internet access. Accommodation is modern and spacious with the choice of the Hotel Room, One, Two or Three Bedroom Apartment, and the Three Bedroom Penthouse. Apartments boast private balconies, air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, and large TVs. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.

Great view, good location. Recommended by Information Centre

Reviewed By Jilliancavill123

Good experience and staff were ver helpful great view from the 6th floor of the hotel. Would recommend that you book from the 3rd floor up as this capitalises on the view of the beach. Across the road from the Bowlo for dining.

7. Sandcastle Apartments Port Macquarie

12 - 24 William St, Port Macquarie, New South Wales 2444 Australia
Excellent
84%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 882 reviews

Sandcastle Apartments Port Macquarie

Luxury apartments with 180 degree Spectacular Ocean views.

Fabulous views and very comfortable apartment.

Reviewed By HillsH

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, it was just the right spot to celebrate my husband's 70th birthday with amazing views, very comfy beds, plus relaxing watching the surfers, dolphins, boats and sparkling water. The apartment had great lock up parking and walking distance to restaurants, cafes, many beach's and more. We will certainly be returning. A big thank you to Jenni for her warm welcome and helpful suggestions.

8. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific, an IHG Hotel

Pine Tree Lane, Terrigal, New South Wales 2260 Australia
Excellent
35%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1442 reviews

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific, an IHG Hotel

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific offers ocean facing deluxe accommodation on the NSW Central Coast, just 90 minutes from Sydney. Featuring its own furnished balcony and either a deluxe king bed or two queen beds, each of the 199 generously sized and light filled guest rooms and suites will make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. Terrigal is known for great restaurants, cafes and bars. You will have a host of options right on your doorstep when looking for somewhere to eat or drink, but you'll find it hard to go past the ocean views and fresh seasonal menus in the restaurants and bars at Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific. With a delicious seasonal menu, Seasalt Restaurant is most famous for the seafood platter whilst high tea, cocktails and snacks are what Lord Ashley Bar and Lounge are renowned for. If you're looking for a fun and vibrant atmosphere, the Florida Beach Bar has live entertainment in the outdoor beer garden overlooking Terrigal beach.

Expensive and understaffed

Reviewed By MichaelTravel22

My stay was fine but overall the rate is very high for what you get. The room is quite sparse and simple - no real style, just generic kind of room. The staff tried their best but it was obvious they were really understaffed. Seeing guests pushing their own luggae trolleys is new for me:)

9. Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

265 Sandy Point Rd, Salamander Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales 2317 Australia
Excellent
38%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 3075 reviews

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Taking it's position among the best Port Stephens resorts in the coastal holiday haven of Salamander Bay, Oaks Pacific Blue Resort offers a warm and welcoming choice for holidaymakers seeking affordable, self-contained convenience and an impressive selection of leisure facilities – including Australia’s largest swimming pool!

Great weekend, but unit needs some attention

Reviewed By sw7475

We stayed in a unit managed by a local estate agent. Their service was great. The service staff at the resort were great too. The apartment was tired and needed attention. The front door doesn't lock from the inside, the kitchen bin I broken, lots of luvers from the plantation shutters were broken or missing. No DVD remote, the TV on picked up 3 channels that were glitchy. Only one remote for the 2 upstairs aircons - if you turn one on it turned the other off. The water pressure in the shower was very inconsistent Overall we made it a great getaway, but disappointed for the money paid. The resort was in a great location and loved that courtesy buses came to pick us up for local pubs

10. Novotel Newcastle Beach

5 King St Newcastle Beach, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia
Excellent
40%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1121 reviews

Novotel Newcastle Beach

Novotel Newcastle Beach is situated on the doorstep of one of the best surfbreaks in Australia, Newcastle Beach. The hotel commands the corner of a beachside city block surrounded by renowned Newcastle restaurants, cafes and bars. Shopping precincts, art galleries and picturesque coastal walks are a moment’s walk away. The hotel’s convenient location makes it the perfect destination for families, couples and business travellers. The contemporary guest rooms are all designed with spaciousness and easy living in mind. Many of the rooms offer magnificent views of Australia’s east coast that make staying at Novotel Newcastle Beach a dream. The hotel’s modern dining restaurant, Bistro Dalby, offers a contemporary Australian menu. Curated by our own chef, the Bistro’s dishes tempt taste buds with local and seasonal dishes. With a fully equipped bar, indoor and alfresco dining options and a relaxed atmosphere, it is the perfect place to catch up with friends or colleagues. Bistro Dalby also offers an in-room dining menu available 24/7.

Clean neat and tidy great service

Reviewed By Leesa B

We had the pleasure of staying for one night while travelling north…upon check in service with a smile…. Complimentary upgrade and feee parking. Although the weather was super cold our stay was enjoyable and will return

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