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An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, buildings, and a clear blue sea.

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A pool area with glass railings, palm trees, and a red-roofed building in the background.

1. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

17 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Keith

NT$3,483

NT$3,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a "VOCO" sign, featuring multiple floors and large windows, situated in an urban area with visible streets and buildings.

A reception area with a curved reception desk, multiple seating options, and a large potted plant.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a tree branch overhead.

2. voco Gosford by IHG

14.7 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Kryan

NT$5,105

NT$5,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including tables and booths.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with a view of palm trees.

A hotel room with a TV on a stand, a desk with drawers, a chair, a dresser, and a large window with curtains.

3. Galaxy Motel

14.3 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Lloyd

NT$3,547

NT$3,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A large house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond reflecting the structure.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a large window with a view of greenery and buildings.

A view through a doorway to an outdoor patio area with a round table and a chair, surrounded by a wooden railing.

4. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

9.3 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

John

NT$3,425

NT$3,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, green artificial grass, hanging plants, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, two side tables, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with wicker sofas and ottomans, a large green plant, and a decorative mirror on the wall.

5. Nightelier Narrabeen

18 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Shainshaie

NT$4,033

NT$4,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining set.

A modern restaurant with indoor dining, a kitchen area, and a fruit display.

A decorated event space with a balloon arch, a cake, and floral arrangements.

A covered walkway with a wooden ceiling and a view of a landscaped garden.

6. Miramare Gardens

17.1 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Donna

NT$4,429

NT$4,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with a brick building in the background, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a small potted plant.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and a palm tree.

7. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

14.6 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Brendan

NT$3,142

NT$3,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A coastal hotel with a beachfront, swimming pool, and multiple buildings.

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A modern dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs, large windows with a view of trees, and a green sofa.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by large planters with various plants, overlooking a body of water.

8. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

16.9 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Amy

NT$5,574

NT$6,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A patio area with a stone fountain, a white outdoor seating area, and lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

9. Tiarri Terrigal

16.8 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Zara

NT$4,674

NT$5,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

A serene garden with a pond, a wooden bridge, and a gazebo.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence, and a building with a sign in the background.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and lush greenery in the foreground.

10. Ashwood Motel

14.4 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Shane

NT$2,878

NT$3,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A poolside area with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a view of a pool and trees.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table surrounded by chairs, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A covered entrance with a black door, stone steps, and large planters with greenery.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.

11. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

6.5 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Scott

NT$11,735

NT$12,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A row of hotel rooms with metal railings, a concrete pathway, and green plants along the side.

A modern building with a grey facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A reception desk with a sign reading "ibis budget," a security camera above, and an exit sign.

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and a chalkboard sign.

12. Ibis Budget Gosford

14.4 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Arthur

NT$3,099

NT$3,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.

A corridor with wooden flooring, red walls, and arched doorways.

A narrow alleyway with ornate wooden railings and brick walls, leading to a gated area with lush greenery.

A spacious lobby with a central wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a patterned floor.

13. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

5.2 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Lewis

NT$3,283

NT$3,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with a paved walkway, trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

A room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dark sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

14. Gosford Inn Motel

18.7 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Serena

NT$1,711

NT$2,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A dining area with a round table, six chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a white cabinet. There are plants and a window with curtains.

A coastal residential area with multiple apartment buildings, a central open space, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with two blue bar stools.

15. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

16.9 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Dimitrios

NT$5,262

NT$5,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A bathroom with a vanity, a mirror with multiple panels, a vase with white orchids, and a view of the sea.

A massage therapy session on a balcony overlooking the ocean.

A seaside terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the ocean, and a distant hill with buildings.

16. Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach

5.6 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Norah

NT$18,505

NT$20,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A two-story house with a sign reading "Coracagna Shares" on the front.

A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a distant hill.

A poolside area with a dining table set for four, a covered seating area, and a two-story building with balconies in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a mirror, and a lamp.

17. Copacabana Shores

12.8 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

David

NT$3,776

NT$4,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

A water play area with a rainbow arch and water jets.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

A beach scene with a man and a child playing in the sand, a clear sky, and palm trees in the background.

18. Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

16 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Jessica

NT$4,074

NT$5,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern bar area with a central bar counter, seating arrangements, and a ceiling design with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

A wooden staircase with a geometric patterned wall in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Hotel Gosford

14.9 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

Melina

NT$2,189

NT$2,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An aerial view of a beach with clear water, several kayaks, and people.

An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a covered patio with a view of the surrounding landscape, and a building with large windows and a porch.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, green leather sofas, wooden dining table, and a bookshelf.

A kangaroo on a dirt path near a building with a porch and a palm tree.

20. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

8.4 km from Lion Island Nature Reserve

KIM SONG

NT$2,331

NT$2,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to Lion Island Nature Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat	9.2 Wonderful 690 reviews	View
voco Gosford by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 60 reviews	View
Galaxy Motel	9.0 Wonderful 963 reviews	View
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast	9.6 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
Nightelier Narrabeen	8.8 Excellent 809 reviews	View

Top Lion Island Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel for family break from Sydney. Will come back in the future"

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

8/10 Good

"We really enjoyed our stay at Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort. The resort is beautiful, with a lovely design and atmosphere. Our room was very comfortable and a good size for three people. We especially loved the balcony, which made the room feel very pleasant, and the air conditioning worked very well. One disappointment was the lack of a general lift. The only lift seemed to be for guests with accessibility needs. I completely understand the need for an accessible lift, but having at least one lift for general guests would be helpful, especially for people arriving with luggage. The pool was also extremely cold and basically unusable. We had been warned it was cold, but it was much colder than expected, and several children were visibly shivering. The spa was not working either and was also very cold. Interestingly, the ocean was much warmer that same day. We loved the Galleria downstairs. There is a great variety of restaurants, cafés and interesting shops, and we spent most of a rainy day there without getting bored. However, many shops closed around 2–3 pm. We were also very surprised that on Monday morning absolutely everything in the Galleria was closed, including restaurants, cafés, the bakery, ice cream shop and shops. Reception told us most venues close during weekdays and mainly open on weekends. This wasn’t clear on the website and would be important information for guests, especially families visiting during school holidays. We also really enjoyed the cinema,"

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"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!"

Other attractions near Lion Island Nature Reserve

Barrenjoey Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Sydney with a stop at Barrenjoey Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

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Scotland Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Scotland Island during your travels in Box Head. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Crommelin Native Arboretum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Crommelin Native Arboretum during your stay in Pearl Beach. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Pearl Beach

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pearl Beach during your trip to Pearl Beach? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Flannel Flower Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Flannel Flower Beach during your trip to Sydney?

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Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve, a lovely green space in Sydney.

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Umina Beach

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Umina Beach during your trip to Umina Beach? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Onthonna Terrace Bush Reserve

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Onthonna Terrace Bush Reserve, a lovely green space in Umina Beach. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lion Island Nature Reserve?

Lion Island Nature Reserve is located in Box Head. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lion Island Nature Reserve?

Mantra Ettalong Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Lion Island Nature Reserve. Another good choice is NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Resort, located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Lion Island Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lion Island Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lion Island Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Lion Island Nature Reserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lion Island Nature Reserve?

For more information about updating your stay near Lion Island Nature Reserve or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Lion Island Nature Reserve?

Spend some time wandering around Umina Recreation Centre, Bouddi National Park, and Governor Phillip Park. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Pearl Beach, Umina Beach, and Palm Beach. Crommelin Native Arboretum, Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve, and Peninsula Leisure Center are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Lion Island Nature Reserve hotels

1. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

2. voco Gosford by IHG

3. Galaxy Motel

4. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

5. Nightelier Narrabeen

6. Miramare Gardens

7. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

8. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

9. Tiarri Terrigal

10. Ashwood Motel

11. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

12. Ibis Budget Gosford

13. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

14. Gosford Inn Motel

15. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

16. Jonahs Restaurant & Accommodation, Whale Beach

17. Copacabana Shores

18. Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

19. Hotel Gosford

20. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

Compare popular hotels close to Lion Island Nature Reserve

Top Lion Island Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

Other attractions near Lion Island Nature Reserve

Barrenjoey Lighthouse

Scotland Island

Crommelin Native Arboretum

Pearl Beach

Flannel Flower Beach

Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve

Umina Beach

Onthonna Terrace Bush Reserve

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