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Our top choices for Great Mackerel Beach hotels

A pool with clear blue water, a curved edge, and a view of the ocean and a distant island.

1. 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 NT$18,951
NT$20,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach
A terrace with wicker chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats.

2. Silkari Mirage Newport

Silkari Mirage Newport
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Great Mackerel Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (798 reviews)
"Great location!"
Australia
Debbie
The price is NT$5,366
NT$5,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Silkari Mirage Newport
A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

3. Mantra Ettalong Beach

Mantra Ettalong Beach
4.0 star property
8.9 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,594 reviews)
"The location next to the beach and food outlets"
United States
Bronwyn
The price is NT$3,765
NT$3,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Mantra Ettalong Beach
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.

4. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room,friendly staff, good parking. Close to many restaurants."
Australia
Lewis
The price is NT$4,091
NT$4,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
A covered outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs, a red wall, and potted plants.

5. 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 NT$5,719
NT$6,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Brooklyn Motel
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, (94 reviews)
"Easy check in anf food was amazing "
Australia
Scott
The price is NT$12,018
NT$13,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
A modern house with a well-maintained garden, a stone pathway, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

7. Scotland Island Lodge

Scotland Island Lodge
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Lovely accommodation run by a nice couple who were very friendly and helpful. Gorgeous homemade breakfast. "
Australia
Bradley
The price is NT$6,507
NT$6,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Scotland Island Lodge
A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

8. 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, (68 reviews)
"Very peaceful place to stay. Big room well maintained."
Australia
John
The price is NT$4,566
NT$5,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
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.

9. Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
4.5 star property
12.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (381 reviews)
"clean and comfortable cabin with a nice view of the lagoon had everything we needed we were there for three nights to attend our daughters wedding that was nearby so didn't spend much time in the cabin between weddings / lunches / dinners etc etc But it was a nice convenient base for our visit to the Northern Beaches from the Shire"
Australia
David
The price is NT$4,392
NT$5,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining set.

10. Miramare Gardens

Miramare Gardens
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (399 reviews)
"room was clean. There was broken furniture in the room but was not bad for it not to be functional. Some of the furniture looked tired. overall the room was clean and functional. Parking was great and easy access to both hotel and reception. Breakfast was good and staff were really friendly."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is NT$4,726
NT$5,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Miramare Gardens
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.

11. Nightelier Narrabeen

Nightelier Narrabeen
4.5 star property
14.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (809 reviews)
"Great location and lovely helpful staff"
Australia
Shainshaie
The price is NT$4,217
NT$4,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Nightelier Narrabeen
A swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by green plants and rocks.

12. 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, (745 reviews)
"Hassle free check in. Quiet and clean"
Australia
Raymond
The price is NT$3,923
NT$4,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
A hot tub with three people.

13. Galaxy Motel

Galaxy Motel
4.0 star property
18 km from Great Mackerel Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (965 reviews)
"Great location and clean room !!"
Australia
Graeme
The price is NT$3,269
NT$3,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Galaxy Motel
A room with large windows, a sofa, and two chairs.

14. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay with the gorgeous view"
Australia
Jelena
The price is NT$5,318
NT$5,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG
A two-story house with a sign reading "Coracagna Shares" on the front.

15. Copacabana Shores

Copacabana Shores
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (443 reviews)
"Nice little accommodation block. Helpful staff Comfy bed spacious room"
Australia
David
The price is NT$3,870
NT$4,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Copacabana Shores
A modern hotel reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk labeled 'QUEST', and pendant lighting.

16. Quest Chatswood

Quest Chatswood
4.0 star property
Chatswood, 25.4 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (783 reviews)
"Great location, nice sized room especially with balcony is big plus!"
United States
Tsan-Chih
The price is NT$3,456
NT$3,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Quest Chatswood
Restaurant

17. 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, (60 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Kryan
The price is NT$5,233
NT$5,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
voco Gosford by IHG
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, (980 reviews)
"Loved this stay"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is NT$9,602
NT$12,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
A row of hotel rooms with metal railings, a concrete pathway, and green plants along the side.

19. Ibis Budget Gosford

Ibis Budget Gosford
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Great Mackerel Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Approachable staff, comfortable bed and night. Poor bathroom design, cleaning and low insulation from reception and breakfast area."
Australia
Arthur
The price is NT$3,174
NT$3,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ibis Budget Gosford
A courtyard with a stone sculpture, a small garden, and a brick wall.

20. 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, (522 reviews)
"Hosts frendlines and help. Location and bed was comfortable"
Australia
Arkady
The price is NT$2,864
NT$3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Mount Kuring-Gai Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Great Mackerel Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
68 reviews
View
A spacious bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a well-lit ceiling with industrial-style lighting fixtures.
Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
8.0
Very good
409 reviews
View
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A pool with clear blue water, a curved edge, and a view of the ocean and a distant island.
Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
67 reviews
View
A covered outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs, a red wall, and potted plants.
Brooklyn Motel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
261 reviews
View

Where to stay in Great Mackerel Beach

Find the best Great Mackerel Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 modern building with a glass facade and a distinctive white roof, situated by a waterfront.

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.

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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 coastal swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by rocky terrain and a building labeled 'Bondi Icebergs'.

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.

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.

Top Great Mackerel Beach Hotel Reviews

Elysium Manly

Elysium Manly

8/10 Good
"Hotel foyer, reception and first floor is exceptional. We were a little disappointed with the room and the condition they were in. Clearly the building has been renovated but painting over corrosion, seeing rust and mould in the bathroom didn't live up to the $800 a night we paid."
Ryan 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Elysium Manly

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?
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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.