The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in North Coast New South Wales. I hope you will like it!
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1 The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Forster, Australia
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Located on the beachfront in Forster, a short 5-minute walk from the centre of town, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers rooms with private balconies and stunning ocean views.
The Dorsal Hotel is positioned a 3-minute walk from the beautiful Ocean Baths on Forster’s main beach. Stockland Forster Shopping Centre is an 8-minute drive away and Newcastle is a 2-hour drive from the town.
The air-conditioned rooms at this boutique hotel are serviced daily and feature a small refrigerator, electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathrooms include a shower and hairdryer.
An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area including swimming, fishing and golfing. Finish your day with a drink and a meal in the on-site restaurant The Sicilian at The Dorsal, which features both indoor and outdoor seating.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 230 AUD.
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2 Beach Suites Byron Bay, Australia
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Overlooking Byron Bay’s Main Beach, these stylish boutique apartments and studios offer secure car parking and free WiFi. Penthouse apartments with private rooftop swimming pool and panoramic ocean views are available.
The shops, restaurants, cafes and bars of Byron Bay town centre are on the doorstep of Beach Suites Byron Bay. Ballina Byron Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
All accommodation include a flat-screen cable TV, DVD player, private bathroom, and a kitchenette or full kitchen. Some studios have a large wooden patio with private heated plunge pool and a spa bath.
Penthouse Apartments feature modern designer kitchens, large living areas and spacious bedrooms. Beachfront Studios are located on the ground floor for direct private access to the beach and street.
The modern Garden Suites, overlooking lush garden terraces, offer peaceful surroundings. Each has barbecue on the patio, plus a well-appointed kitchenette.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 432 AUD.
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3 Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views Kingscliff, Australia
Resort. Situated in Kingscliff, 600 metres from Salt Beach, Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub and a spa centre. The property is non-smoking and is set 1. 6 km from Casuarina Beach. At the resort the rooms have air conditioning, a wardrobe, a terrace with a sea view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. You can play table tennis and tennis at Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Kingscliff Beach is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 15 km from Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views. Guest review score 9.5
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4 Boogie Woogie Beach House Old Bar, Australia
Hotel. Just 100 metres from Old Bar Beach, Boogie Woogie Beach House features uniquely decorated accommodation inspired by icons of music and art. It offers rooms with free WiFi and a private balcony. The air-conditioned rooms are individually decorated, and include an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms also have a spa bath. Flow Bar is open for breakfast and lunch on Tuesday to Sundays, and for dinner on Thursday to Saturdays. It features live music on Friday nights and during lunch on Sundays. Boogie Woogie Beach House is a 15-minute drive from Taree. Forster is a 30-minute drive away. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 195 AUD.
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5 Meridian Beachside Apartments Old Bar, Australia
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Set on 1.25 hectares of beachfront land alongside Old Bar Beach, this property offers a heated pool, a hot tub and BBQ facilities just 1km from Old Bar’s town centre. All self-contained apartments offer a private patio or balcony.
Meridian Beachside Apartments are located 6 km from the Khappinghat Nature Reserve and 17 km from Taree Railway Station and Taree Golf Course. There are cafes, shops and restaurants within 10 minutes’ walk.
Limited free WiFi, table-tennis, billiards, Foosball and a TV are available in the games room. Local activities include river cruises, kayaking, four-wheel driving and beach fishing.
All apartments at Meridian Beachside Apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and laundry facilities. Each has a lounge room with a sofa and dining area. Some rooms feature ocean views.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 307 AUD.
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6 Smugglers On The Beach Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Smugglers on the Beach is a beachfront property, located a short 5-minute drive from Coffs Harbour city centre. All apartments have patios or balconies opening out to the tropical gardens, some with pool views.
Each apartment at Smugglers On The Beach features reverse cycle air-conditioning, a large flat-screen TV, DVD player and fully equipped kitchen.
Resort facilities include a solar-heated swimming pool, children’s wading pool, covered and fully-equipped barbecue area, half-size tennis court and free WiFi hotspot.
Smugglers on the Beach is a smoke free resort(smoking allowed in designated smoking areas only). Free undercover parking is provided. There is also a complimentary guest laundry on site with washing machines and dryers.
Guests can try fishing, surfing, diving, and snorkelling at Korora Beach. Smugglers on the Beach is 2.5 km from The Big Banana and a short drive from other popular local attractions in Coffs Harbour.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 385 AUD.
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7 Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park Woolgoolga, Australia
Hotel. Situated in Woolgoolga, within 500 metres of Woolgoolga Beach and less than 1 km of Woolgoolga Back Beach, Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Guests can enjoy sea views. The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. Rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park have a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. Activities such as hiking, snorkelling, canoeing can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Hearnes Lake Beach is 2.4 km from Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park, while The Big Banana is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Coffs Harbour Airport, 27 km from the hotel. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 175 AUD.
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8 Cotton Beach Resort - Tweed Coast Holidays ® Kingscliff, Australia
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Just 2 minutes’ walk from the Casuarina beachfront, Cotton Beach Resort boasts 2 outdoor pools a gym, infrared sauna and onsite restaurant. It offers self-contained apartments with a private, furnished balcony.
The air-conditioned apartments include a gourmet kitchen with a dishwasher, stove and an oven. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a separate living room with a smart TV and free Wi-Fi. Some apartments also have a private plunge-pool.
Cotton Beach in Casuarina is 20 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport and 35 minutes to Byron Bay. Surfers Paradise is a 40-minute drive away.
Cotton Beach is positioned on half a kilometer of absolute beachfront.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 497 AUD.
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9 Mantra on Salt Beach Kingscliff, Australia
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Mantra on Salt Beach provides rooms and suites in the heart of Salt Village on Kingscliff Beach. The Mantra features an outdoor lagoon-style swimming pool and heated rock pool and spa.
Cable TV and air conditioning is included in all rooms. Suites feature a CD player, laundry facilities and a spa bath. All rooms have a balcony, some with ocean views
The resort’s facilities include a children's pool, tennis courts, an exercise room and barbecue area.
Near the hotel there are walking and cycling paths, and ocean beach, a spa, shops and restaurants. The Mantra is ideally placed for exploring the surrounding Tweed Valley and nearby Gold Coast Hinterland.
Maintenance Notice: Please note, due to essential works being carried out, there will be a temporary water outage on the 30th of November 2022. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around 149 AUD.
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10 Cabarita Beachfront Apartments by Kingscliff Accommodation Cabarita Beach, Australia
Resort. Cabarita Beachfront Apartments by Kingscliff Accommodation offer beachfront accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a heated spa. After a big day exploring the many nearby bike tracks and walking trails, you can relax on the balcony and use the free WiFi, prepare a meal in your fully equipped kitchen or take advantage of the covered BBQ facilities available. This self-contained accommodation is a 20-minute drive from Gold Coast Airport and a 30-minute drive from Byron Bay. Mount Warning is a 45-minute drive away. Apartments feature free secure parking and a balcony with either ocean or pool views. Cabarita Beachfront Apartments by Kingscliff Accommodation is 5 minutes' walk from a Woolworth supermarket, local shops and a range of cafes and restaurants. Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 368 AUD.
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11 Absolute Beachfront Opal Cove Resort Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Situated on 36 hectares of native bushland, this 4-star resort features a large pool with a water slide, a spa and a sauna. Guests enjoy 500 MB of free WiFi in hotel rooms and unlimited WiFi in public areas.
Hills Beach is a 15-minute walk from the property, while Solitary Islands Aquarium is a 5-minute drive away. Korora Lookout is 8.8 km away and Forest Sky Pier is 8.5 km from Absolute Beachfront Opal Cove Resort.
All accommodation features a balcony, a TV and a minibar. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
Guests can energize at the fitness centre or tennis courts. The hotel also provides a games room.
The Opal Cove Resort is located 8 km from Coffs Harbour Airport.
Guest review score 7.4,
rooms from around 220 AUD.
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12 BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Situated on the beachfront with magnificent ocean views, BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort offers a day spa and swimming pool. Free on-site and on-street parking are available for guests.
All accommodations at BreakFree Aanuka feature air conditioning, cable TV, DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. Some also feature a kitchen, lounge and dining area, spa bath and laundry. Daily housekeeping service is available at an additional charge.
Facilities include 2 outdoor lagoon-style pools, indoor heated pool, hot tubs, tennis courts, mini golf, beach volleyball court and fitness centre. Mi-Time Day Spa offers personalised services including manicures, pedicures, facials, massages and body scrubs, which are to be booked before your arrival at the property.
Catering for anywhere between 10 to 180 delegates, BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort Coffs Harbour offers 3 primary conference venues. There are 4 ceremony settings ranging from formal to informal in atmosphere. There is also an on-site chapel.
BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort is a 5-minute drive from The Big Banana and a 15-minute drive from the Pet Porpoise Pool.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around 158 AUD.
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13 Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Just a 10-minute drive from the heart of Coffs Harbour, Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort is located in the beautiful grounds of the Pacific Bay Resort precinct and offers studios, 1-bedroom apartments and a Penthouse, with ocean, lake or mountain views. Guests enjoy direct beach access, 3 heated pools and a spa and wellness centre.
Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort is a 3-minute drive from the Big Banana and an 8-minute drive from the Dolphin Marine Conservation Centre. Coffs Harbour Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Full use of an offsite fitness centre is available to all guests, where you can choose from 50 group fitness classes a week including yoga, cycling, boxing, bodypump, and many more. Guest's can also get active with a 9 hole golf course (charges apply), 3 tennis courts and a basketball court located within our resort.
You can dine at the onsite restaurant and bar, or take a short walk to Charlesworth Bay, to use the BBQ facilities with family and friends located right next to the beach.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around 187 AUD.
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14 The Surf Yamba Yamba, Australia
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Located in Yamba, within 500 metres of Yamba Lighthouse and 100 meters to Main Beach. The Surf Yamba provides 5 star boutique accommodation, All rooms have balconies with most enjoying views of the beach and Pacific Ocean. The rooftop terraces enjoy panoramic views with a heated pool, sundeck & indoor/outdoor lounge, with complimentary tea & coffee bar. Off street private parking available. Charging points for EV vehicles available.
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a microwave, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel each room includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.
Nearest airports are Ballina & Coffs Harbour 1.15 hours drive.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 571 AUD.
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15 East On Byron Byron Bay, Australia
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Situated amongst the peaceful surrounds of Belongil Beach, East On Byron is a 15-minute walk from the heart of Byron Bay. The landscaped gardens feature a lagoon-style pool and hot tub.
Each of the 26 luxury villas at East On Byron are individually furnished with all the comforts of home, polished timber floors and open-plan living and dining areas.
Facilities include heating, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and laundry facilities. There is also an outdoor barbecue and dining area, plus a fully-equipped modern kitchen, in every villa.
Located only 20 metres from the beautiful white sands of Belongil Beach, East On Byron is only a short 800-metre stroll along the beach into central Byron Bay.
Guest review score 9.0
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16 Hat Head Holiday Park Hat Head, Australia
Resort. Hat Head Holiday Park is situated on the beachfront in Hat Head, 1.6 km from O'connors Beach and 15 km from Kinchela Creek. The property is around 17 km from Fattorini Island, 19 km from Gladstone and 19 km from Pelican Island. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from South Smoky Beach. At the resort, every room is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Hat Head Holiday Park offers a children's playground. Smithtown is 22 km from the accommodation, while Longreach Island is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Port Macquarie Airport, 78 km from Hat Head Holiday Park. Guest review score 8.9
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17 Shambhala @ Byron Byron Bay, Australia
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Shambhala @ Byron offers views of the Pacific Ocean and private access to Belongil Beach. Guests can lounge around in the tropical gardens on a Balinese daybed or hammock.
All accommodation at Shambhala Byron Bay features air conditioning and heating, plus a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. All of the cottages feature kitchen facilities. Facilities include a sauna and a steam room.
Some units have a private hot tub. Massages and spa treatments can be arranged.
Shambhala @ Byron is only a 5-minute walk to local cafes. Shops, restaurants, bars and art galleries are a 15-minute walk along the beach.
Guest review score 8.9
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18 Pacific Hotel Yamba Yamba, Australia
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Set in Yamba, Pacific Hotel Yamba offers beachfront accommodation 200 meters from Yamba Lighthouse and offers various facilities, such as a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation features live evening entertainment Thursday - Sunday and an ATM.
Yamba Marina is 1. 6 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Clarence Valley Regional Airport, 86 km from Pacific Hotel Yamba.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around 99 AUD.
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19 Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie, Australia
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A short stroll away from Town Beach, this hotel offers an indoor pool. All apartments offer a patio or terrace. Some apartments offer kitchen facilities.
Guests can relax with a sauna, enjoy a book from the library or share an outdoor meal in the BBQ area. The carpark offers electric car chargers.
Mantra The Observatory is 3 minutes’ drive from Flynns Beach and Port Macquarie’s town centre. The Port Macquarie Airport is 12 minutes’ drive away.
All accommodation offers a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Each has a bathroom with shower and a hairdryer.
Scampi's Seafood Bar and Grill serves fresh local seafood and steaks and a selection of beer, wine and spirits. The Milkbar Cafe offers breakfast using organic produce as well as a selection of coffees and teas.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around 219 AUD.
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20 Pacific Bay Resort Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Located on the beach at Charlesworth Bay, the 4-star Pacific Bay Resort features stylish modern rooms, plus a restaurant and bar. Facilities include a 9-hole golf course, 3 swimming pools and a day spa.
Pacific Bay Resort is only 10 minutes’ drive from the centre of Coffs Harbour. The Big Banana is less than 5 minutes’ drive away and Coffs Harbour Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Each room and suite has a private balcony with views of the lagoon, gardens or nearby mountains. Air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels including Sport channels, tea/coffee making facilities and a refrigerator are provided.
The resort boasts 3 tennis courts and a basketball court. Tranquility Beauty & Massage provides beauty and body treatments as well as a sauna room and heated spa pool.
Bayside Bar and Grill offers a la carte breakfast and an all-day à la carte menu, with an outdoor terrace overlooking the waterfall and lagoon. The cocktail bar has a widescreen TV and there is a games room with a pool table, situated above the bar.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around 165 AUD.
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21 Paradiso Resort by Kingscliff Accommodation Kingscliff, Australia
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Located opposite Kingscliff Beach on the Marine Parade Esplanade, Paradiso Resort features offering balconies with ocean or pool views and access to a heated swimming pool, fitness centre.
Paradiso Resort by Kingscliff Accommodation is only 15 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport, Tweed Heads and Coolangatta and only a short 40-minute drive to Byron Bay. Warner Bros Movie World, Dreamworld, Wet ‘n’ Wild and Sea World theme parks are all within a 45 minute drive.
All apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a dining setting. Each has a living area offering a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some apartments have a private rooftop patio and private hot tubs are also available.
Kingscliff Paradiso Resort is situated in the centre of Kingscliff, next to 2 restaurants and there are several other dining options, shops and cafes within 5 minutes’ walk along the Esplanade.
Guest review score 6.8,
rooms from around 317 AUD.
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22 Beach Hotel Resort Byron Bay, Australia
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Just 50 metres from Byron Bay's Main Beach and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, this resort offers free WiFi, a luxurious swimming pool and a hot tub, Tesla Charging Stations and complimentary bikes. All accommodation features free tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Byron Bay Beach Hotel Resort is 4 minutes’ drive from Belongil Beach and 7 minutes’ drive from Cape Byron Lighthouse. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is 38 km away.
Each air-conditioned suite offers a balcony or a courtyard. Your private bathroom is equipped with a shower, hairdryer and luxurious ASPAR products. Additional facilities include king-size bedding and a minibar. One secure, covered parking space is included with each room.
Beach Hotel Resort is located next to a pub, which offers a large bar, a bistro and live music. There are several restaurants, clubs and music venues within 5 minutes’ walk.
Additional resort amenities include 24-hour reception and guest laundry facilities.
Right at your doorstep is our heritage Beach Hotel which is home to the Beach Kitchen, World Class Cocktail Bars, Live Music every night of the week & Beach Bottle Shop showcasing Byron Bay's finest wine selection - all literally a step away by an exclusive guest-only entrance.
‘The Beachy’ as it’s affectionately known is an icon of Australia - a sprawling, entertaining and welcoming oasis where locals and visitors come together to celebrate the Aussie spirit in a relaxed, sunny garden, overlooking Main Beach and out to Julian Rocks. There is no better local in Australia!
Our Beach Hotel Resort is designed facing east and north on two levels overlooking resort-style private garden and heated pool with luxurious spa. Ground suites open directly to the gardens and pool, whilst the upper suites feature large balconies and commanding sunny views of the beach and beyond.
Literally in the hub of Byron Bay, the Beach Hotel Resort is the only destination to truly take in the world famous Byron vibe …
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 366 AUD.
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23 Ocean Paradise Studios & Apartments Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Located right opposite Park Beach, Ocean Paradise Motel and Holiday Units feature free Wi-Fi and a balcony with garden views. Guests enjoy a saltwater pool surrounded by tropical gardens and a covered barbecue area.
Free private parking is available at the property. Guests enjoy 1 free parking space per room. Children can have fun on the playground located on site.
All rooms are equipped with a toaster and tea/coffee making facilities. Some offer a kitchenette or full kitchen.
For a day of shopping, Park Beach Plaza is just 1 km away. The Big Banana is 2.5 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around 190 AUD.
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24 Beaches International Forster, Australia
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Boasting luxurious apartments with a spa bath, a private balcony and amazing ocean views, Beaches International is just 100 metres from Forster Main Beach. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, a hot tub and free Wi-Fi.
The air-conditioned apartments include laundry facilities, a fully equipped kitchen and an en suite bathroom for each bedroom. Each apartment has flat-screen cable TV, a DVD player and an iPod docking station.
You can work out in the fitness centre, or relax on the sunny terrace. The property also offers barbecue facilities, a library and free parking.
Beaches International Apartments is within 20 minutes’ drive from many famous surf beaches, including Blueys Beach, Sandbar Beach and Boomerang Beach. The Seal Rocks are a 45-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.3
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25 Peppers Balé Luxury Beach Accommodation Kingscliff Kingscliff, Australia
Aparthotel. Boasting a year-round outdoor pool, Peppers Balé Luxury Beach Accommodation Kingscliff in Kingscliff features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a hot tub. Each unit has an equipped kitchen, a living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen TV and private bathroom with a hairdryer and a bidet. At the aparthotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Salt Beach is 300 metres from Peppers Balé Luxury Beach Accommodation Kingscliff, while Casuarina Beach is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 15 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.3
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26 Byron Bay Beachfront Apartments Byron Bay, Australia
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Less than a minutes' walk from Main Beach, Byron Bay Apartments offer self-contained accommodation with private patios or balconies. Guests have access to barbecue facilities, free WiFi, and free parking. Massage services can be arranged upon request.
Byron Bay Beachfront Apartments are located in the heart of Byron Bay, just 5 minutes’ drive from Cape Byron Lighthouse. Ballina Byron Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
All air-conditioned units have flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player. Each unit includes a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave. Some units feature ocean views. Guest laundry facilities are also available.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 876 AUD.
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27 BIG4 Park Beach Holiday Park Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Offering an outdoor pool and free WiFi, BIG4 Park Beach Holiday Park is located in Coffs Harbour. It is 4 minutes' drive from Dolphin Marine Magic and 7 minutes' from The Big Banana.
Each air-conditioned, self-contained villa offers a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom facilities.
Shared areas include a communal kitchen with BBQ facilities and an outdoor dining area. There is also a games room and a watersplash playground, pool and jumping pillow.
BIG4 Park Beach Holiday Park is 4 km from Coffs Harbour Airport.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 167 AUD.
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28 Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach Emerald Beach, Australia
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Set in Emerald Beach, Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach features a garden, outdoor pool, and barbecue. Coffs Harbour is 16 km from the property. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is available on site.
A flat-screen TV with DVD player is available in some units. There is also a kitchen in some of the units, equipped with an oven and microwave.
Bike hire is available at the property. Sawtell is 24 km from Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach. The nearest airport is Coffs Harbour Airport, 18 km from Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 185 AUD.
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29 Beach House Holiday Apartments Port Macquarie, Australia
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Located at the mouth of the Hastings River and directly opposite Town Beach, these apartments each feature a balcony offering ocean or beach views, just 5 minutes’ walk from Port Macquarie’s restaurants, cafes and bars. Free WiFi is available.
Port Macquarie Beach House Holiday Apartments is located 10 minutes’ drive from Port Macquarie Golf Club and a 25-minute drive from the Timbertown Heritage Village. There are 15 beaches and several wineries within 45 minutes' drive.
All apartments are equipped with kitchen and laundry facilities and offer a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each apartment includes a covered parking space. Beach House Apartments Port Macquarie also offers an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities for outdoor dining.
It is a 10-minute walk from the Visitor Information Centre which provides information on local activities such as winery tours, whale-watching tours and even camel rides.
Guest review score 8.3
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30 Tallow Beach Motel Byron Bay, Australia
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Situated in a peaceful location, across the road from Tallow Beach, Tallow Beach Motel offers self-contained rooms and most have small sunroom with seating.
Most rooms at Motel Tallow Beach feature a queen-size bed, ceiling fans, TV, bar fridge and microwave. Some studio rooms also have a kitchenette and air-conditioning. The small basic budget rooms have their own courtyard and ceiling fan only. New wifi (Starlink) recently installed fast and reliable reception in all rooms.
Palm trees and sun loungers surround the outdoor magnesium pool. Guests can also relax in a quiet corner of the lush gardens.
Tallow Beach Motel is 5 minutes' walk from the local pub, cafe and shops and is 5 km from the cafés and restaurants of central Byron Bay. There is a local bus service to and from the town centre which stops in front of the motel. Local activities include surfing and fishing at Broken Head Nature Reserve, only a 10-minute walk away. E-bike rental, drop off and pick up from outside your door, a great way to get around town and explore the stunning beaches of the Byronshire.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 246 AUD.
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31 Beaches Holiday Resort Port Macquarie, Australia
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Beaches Holiday Resort is located opposite Flynns Beach, 2.5 kilometres from the Port Macquarie city centre. It features an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities, WiFi internet access and free parking.
The air-conditioned Beaches Apartments feature flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player. Full kitchen and laundry facilities are provided. Some apartments also come with a spa bath.
Beaches Resort is located right next to a number of shops and restaurants. The Koala Hospital and Study Centre is just a 3-minute drive away. Local activities in Port Macquarie include fishing, surfing and whale watching.
Guest review score 8.1
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32 Backpackers Inn On The Beach Byron Bay, Australia
Hostel. Featuring free WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace with evening entertainment, Backpackers Inn On The Beach is just an 11-minute walk from Belongil Beach. Backpackers Inn On The Beach Byron Bay is a family-run hostel and is a 6-minute drive from both Tallow Beach and Arakwal National Park. Guests enjoy access to a shared kitchen and a communal lounge area with a TV. Shared bathroom facilities are also included. There are a range of activities on-site and in the surrounding areas including snorkeling, table tennis and beach volleyball. Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 32 AUD.
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33 Surf Beach Motel Coffs Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Surf Beach Motel Coffs is 2 minutes' walk from Coffs Harbour Beach. Guests here enjoy air-conditioned accommodation with a flat-screen TV.
Each room includes a microwave, a refrigerator and an electric kettle. There is also a dining table and ironing facilities. The private bathroom has a shower and a toilet.
Surf Beach Motel Coffs Harbour is 5 minutes’ drive from Park Beach Plaza and Coffs Harbour International Marina. The Big Banana is a 7-minute drive away, and Coffs Harbour Airport is a 10-minute drive.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around 110 AUD.
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34 Main Beach Apartments Byron Bay, Australia
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Offering a garden, Main Beach Apartments is set in Byron Bay, just 400 metres from Byron Bay Surf Club and Main Beach Cape Byron Lighthouse is 1.9 km away. Free private parking is available on site.
Each of the 2-bedroom apartments are air-conditioned and have a flat-screen TV. Some include a balcony and/or patio with sea views. There is also a kitchen, equipped with an oven, microwave, toaster, kettle and refrigerator. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided.
Tallow Beach is 1.5 km from Main Beach Apartments. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is 22 km from the property.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around 320 AUD.
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35 Grandview Apartments Ballina, Australia
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Boasting spectacular views of Shelley Beach and Lighthouse Beach, Grandview Apartments is located in Ballina, 200 metres walk from surf beaches and cafes.
The property offers guests the choice between 1, 2 or 3-bedroom self-catering apartments with a private courtyard or balcony. The 3-bedroom penthouse features a large terrace.
At Grandview Apartments you have access to a large swimming pool, a spa and a fitness centre. Secure covered parking, lifts, air-conditioning and free WiFi are also provided.
Grandview Apartments is 3 minutes' drive from Ballina Golf Course. Ballina Byron Airport is a 10-minute drive and Byron Bay is 25 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 9.0
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36 Heritage Guesthouse South West Rocks, Australia
Guest house. Located directly opposite Horseshoe Bay, The Heritage Guesthouse offers non-smoking rooms with air conditioning and a TV. Free Wi-Fi and light breakfast provisions are included. Originally built in 1887, the beautifully renovated Heritage Guesthouse Hotel is situated in the centre of South West Rocks, with shops and restaurants on the doorstep. The beach is only 150 metres away. Separate from the property, The Heritage Cafe is open for breakfast, lunch, coffee and snacks. Guests can relax on the outdoor verandah or in the garden courtyard. Each room has a refrigerator, fans, heating and a private bathroom. Guests have access to a BBQ area. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 150 AUD.
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37 Lennox Holiday Apartments Lennox Head, Australia
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Featuring free Wi-Fi and free secure car parking, Lennox Holiday Apartments have a large private balcony or patio with Pacific Ocean views. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool. This property is situated directly on a beautiful sand surf beach.
Accommodation options include 1 and 2 bedrooms apartments, which can accommodated up to 4 guests. They offer uninterrupted ocean views and an open-plan living areas with modern décor and amenities, including Smart TV's , air conditioning, plus private laundry and ironing facilities.
The fully equipped kitchen has an oven, microwave and dishwasher.
Lennox Apartments are within walking distance of local shops, cafes and restaurants. Ballina Byron Airport is a 10-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 454 AUD.
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38 Sapphire Chambre B&B Sapphire Beach, Australia
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Located in Sapphire Beach, 2.7 km from Campbells Beach and 7.5 km from The Big Banana, Sapphire Chambre B&B provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool.
The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A fridge is also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
A Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at Sapphire Chambre B&B.
The accommodation offers a barbecue.
A terrace can be found at Sapphire Chambre B&B, along with a shared lounge.
Coffs Harbour Train Station is 12 km from the bed and breakfast, while Coffs Harbour Golf Club is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Coffs Harbour Airport, 13 km from Sapphire Chambre B&B.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 220 AUD.
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39 Marcel Towers Holiday Apartments Nambucca Heads, Australia
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In a beautiful waterfront location overlooking the Nambucca River, Marcel Towers Holiday Apartments offers air-conditioned apartments with a private balcony, fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi.
Each apartment at Marcel Towers Nambucca Heads features a private bathroom and spacious lounge area with TV and DVD player. The kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, microwave and kitchenware.
Guests have free use the property’s DVD and book library, row boats and kayaks. The property can also provide children’s beach toys and equipment for snorkelling, fishing and cycling. Laundry and barbecue facilities are available.
Free on-site car parking is available. There is a boat ramp located just a few metres across the road from Marcel Towers. Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club is a 5-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 170 AUD.
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40 Sandcastle Apartments Port Macquarie, Australia
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Located opposite Town Beach, Sandcastle Holiday Apartments offers self-contained accommodation with a balcony or terrace offering ocean views. The award-winning restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine.
Each apartment at Sandcastle Port Macquarie includes a fully equipped kitchen, private laundry, and a large living area, opening on to your private balcony or terrace with spectacular ocean views.
Free Wi-Fi and Air Con is available in every apartment. Free secure covered car parking is also included.
The Stunned Mullet Restaurant offers al fresco dining and modern fusion cuisine. It is 15 minutes’ walk to Port Central Shopping Centre. Port Macquarie Airport is 10 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 364 AUD.
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41 Bay Motel Byron Bay, Australia
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Bay Motel is located in the heart of Byron Bay, directly opposite Main Beach and the Byron Bay Surf Club. Restaurants, cafés, shops, and a lively nightlife are within minutes of the motel.
The motel offers 1 and 2-bedroom suites with air conditioning, free satellite TV, microwave and coffee making facilities.
Free secure parking is available.
Cape Byron Lighthouse is just a 30-minute walk from the Bay Motel. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 350 AUD.
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42 Wake Up! Byron Bay Byron Bay, Australia
Hostel. Situated at the Belongil beach front and refurbished in 2018, Wake Up! Byron Bay offers modern accommodation with the bohemian beach vibe of Byron Bay. It features an onsite bar and restaurant and free high speed WiFi. Wake Up! Byron Bay has a wide range of accommodation options, including double and twin en suite rooms, en suite dormitory rooms with options of eight, six or four beds and female-only rooms. The property has renovated bathrooms and communal areas with fully air-conditioned rooms. Personal bedside lights, power points and USB ports are included for every bed. Guests have access to an extensive list of free activities, including daily yoga classes, sunrise lighthouse tours & complimentary surf boards. Bike rental is available against a fee. The Tree House bar and restaurant at the property welcomes Byron Bay locals and tourists and offers a range of quality food, cocktails, wines and beer on tap. A complimentary shuttle bus is provided to take guests to and from Byron Bay town, which is 3 km from the property. Guests can also choose to borrow a bike for the five minute bike ride or enjoy a 15 minute walk to the town centre. Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 68 AUD.
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43 The Stella Yamba, Australia
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Set in Yamba, 300 metres from Yamba Beach, The Stella offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is around 700 metres from Yamba Lighthouse, 1.8 km from Yamba Marina and 9 km from Palmer Island. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.
The rooms come with a private bathroom, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen with a dishwasher.
The motel offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards at The Stella.
Harwood Island is 17 km from the accommodation, while Harwood Island is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Clarence Valley Regional Airport, 70 km from The Stella.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 100 AUD.
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44 The Sands Resort at Yamba Yamba, Australia
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Located directly opposite Pippi Beach, The Sands Resort at Yamba offers self-catering apartments with ocean or pool views. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, heated spa pool and 2 tennis courts.
Each apartment at The Sands Resort at Yamba features open-plan kitchen, dining and living areas, plus a private balcony. All apartments have a dishwasher and laundry facilities. Most have air conditioning.
A Tripadvisor 2015 and 2016 Certificate of Excellence winner, this 4.5 star property offers free secure car parking and a 24-hour desk check in. Guests have access to a nearby fitness centre, located just a 5-minute walk from the resort. Barbecue facilities and WiFi access is available.
The Sands Resort at Yamba is only 10 minutes’ walk from the restaurants, cafés and shops in Yamba town centre. It is just a 10-minute walk to Yamba Lighthouse. It is 15 minutes’ drive to Angourie Surf Beach.
Guest review score 8.4
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45 Wategos Surf Shack Byron Bay, Australia
Guest house. Located in Byron Bay in the New South Wales Region, 400 metres from Cape Byron Lighthouse, Wategos Surf Shack boasts an idyllic beachfront location with sea views. It offers kitchen facilities and a BBQ area. Renovated in 2015, this beach house features a TV and blu-ray player, as well as an iPod docking station. Arakwal National Park is 2 km from Wategos Surf Shack, while Tallow Beach is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, 23 km from Wategos Surf Shack. Guest review score 8.4
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46 BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Nambucca Heads Nambucca Heads, Australia
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Located between Nambucca State Forest and Nambucca Beach, BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks offers direct beach access, an outdoor solar-heated swimming pool and a children's wading pool. The property is 2 km from Nambucca Heads Town Centre.
Accommodation options include self-contained bungalows, villas and chalets. Some accommodation offer a fully equipped kitchen. All include a living area with a sofa.
Sawtell is 29 km from BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Nambucca Heads. The nearest airport is Coffs Harbour Airport, 36 km from BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Nambucca Heads.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 119 AUD.
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47 Reflections Holiday Parks Byron Bay Byron Bay, Australia
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Located opposite Clarkes Beach in Byron Bay, guests can walk across the road for swimming, kayaking and fishing. All accommodation offers a patio or balcony and cooking facilities. Main Beach is a 10-minute walk away.
Reflections Holiday Parks Byron Bay features spacious cabins with a lounge area offering a flat-screen TV and DVD player.
Guests have access to shared kitchen facilities, or they can prepare a meal in their private kitchen or kitchenette. Shared laundry facilities are also available.
Reflections Holiday Parks Byron Bay is a 15-minute walk from Arakwal National Park. It is a 5-minute drive from Cape Byron Lighthouse. Gold Coast Airport is 45 minutes' drive away.
Guest review score 8.2
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48 The Crest Byron Bay Byron Bay, Australia
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Offering a heated saltwater pool and a BBQ area, Crest Apartments Byron Bay are just 3 minutes’ walk from Belongil Beach and 5 minutes’ walk from central Byron Bay. All accommodation offers a balcony or patio with outdoor furniture.
All apartments and villas offer kitchen and laundry facilities, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player. Bed linen and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. All accommodation have a private en suite bathroom.
Crest Apartments offer a tour desk and information on local activities in the reception area.
Crest Byron Bay is 7 minutes’ drive from Byron Bay Golf Club. Byron Bay’s bars, restaurants and cafes are all within 5 minutes’ walk. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is 35 km away.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 812 AUD.
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49 Wollongbar Motel Byron Bay, Australia
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With a private pathway leading to Main Beach, Wollongbar Motel offers modern air-conditioned rooms. The motel features a saltwater swimming pool, a barbecue area, free parking and free WiFi. Belongil Beach is just 500 metres away.
The Wollongbar is located in the heart of Byron Bay, just 5 minutes’ drive from Arakwal National Park. Cape Byron Lighthouse is a 10-minute drive away.
All rooms include satellite TV, refrigerator, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a spacious seating and dining area, and some rooms also feature a private balcony.
Wollongbar Byron Bay offers a vending machine and guest laundry facilities. The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and help guests with travel arrangements.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 209 AUD.
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50 Horseshoe Bay Holiday Park South West Rocks, Australia
Holiday park. Set in South West Rocks, Horseshoe Bay Holiday Park offers accommodation 500 metres from Trial Bay Front Beach and 600 metres from Horseshoe Bay. Accommodation features a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dining area. A patio with sea views is offered in each unit. A barbecue is available on site and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday park. Jerseyville is 4.6 km from Horseshoe Bay Holiday Park, while Arakoon is 5.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Port Macquarie Airport, 78 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.1
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