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Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in North Coast on Hotels.com. These North Coast hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 6 October 2026.
A hotel room with a large bed, a double sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

1. Hotel Forster

Hotel Forster
3.0 star property
Forster
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (750 reviews)
"Excellent service, friendly staff. Very clean and tidy. Good location."
Australia
Anita
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Forster
A balcony with a wicker chair, a round wooden table, and a potted plant.

2. Bannisters Port Stephens

Bannisters Port Stephens
4.0 star property
Soldiers Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Cheeky Dog pub was really good. Breakfast was great. Room v. nice. All in all a very pleasant stay."
Australia
Richard
The price is £173
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bannisters Port Stephens
A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the sea and a grassy area with people. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

3. Rydges Port Macquarie

Rydges Port Macquarie
4.0 star property
Town Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (333 reviews)
"Great beach location with spacious and great amenities. Fabulous spacious bathroom with walk in shower. Nicole at Reception was very helpful and friendly. There is an outdoor pool."
Australia
Amanda
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rydges Port Macquarie
A hotel with a sign indicating no vacancy, 24-hour check-in, heated pool, and internet kiosk.

4. Hotel Nelson

Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Solo traveller driving up the coast. Perfect stop for a one night stay. Great breakfast on site."
United Kingdom
Carl
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Nelson
A swimming pool with a water fountain, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

5. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
4.0 star property
Shoal Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,241 reviews)
"The view of the bay and headlands from room was beautiful. Great facilities with indoor and outdoor pool. Really good restaurant options, highly recommend Atmos restaurant. Room getting a bit tired looking but cannot beat location for a great beachside stay"
Australia
Norman
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
A resort with a large building featuring multiple levels and a pool area.

6. Pacific Bay Resort

Pacific Bay Resort
3.5 star property
Coffs Harbour
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The location and surround scenery are very good and relaxing. The rooms are big but the furnitures are old. "
Singapore
Kit Chong
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Pacific Bay Resort
A modern living room with a dining area, a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Flynns Beach Caravan Park

Flynns Beach Caravan Park
2.5 star property
Port Macquarie
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (568 reviews)
"Very helpful checkin . Weather was very bad but we managed even although without car. Lovely walkalong the coast to town, 4.1 km."
Australia
Peter
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Flynns Beach Caravan Park
A hot tub on a balcony with a view of the ocean and trees.

8. Macquarie Waters Boutique Apartment Hotel

Macquarie Waters Boutique Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Town Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Close to the beach and great location "
United States
Kym
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Macquarie Waters Boutique Apartment Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by boats and a scenic view.

9. Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens
4.0 star property
Corlette
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful trip to The Anchorage. Room, facilities, dinner, breakfast. Everything was amazing!! "
Australia
Simone
The price is £236
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Anchorage Port Stephens
A modern living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a sofa with a magazine, and a side table with a lamp.

10. ibis Styles Port Macquarie

ibis Styles Port Macquarie
3.5 star property
Town Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Beach/ocean view was unobstructed. Great location "
United States
Danny
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
ibis Styles Port Macquarie
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was a good size and had a beautiful view. Very happy would come back!"
Australia
Courtney
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
A covered outdoor area with a view of the sea, a chair, and a wooden deck.

12. Pelican Holiday Park

Pelican Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Nambucca Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean, great staff, and amazing view. Would stay again!!"
Australia
Amanda
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Pelican Holiday Park
A modern hotel with a large outdoor pool, stone walls, and outdoor seating areas.

13. Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges

Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges
4.0 star property
Port Macquarie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Was a stopping point for my family heading north, what an amazing hotel, great spot on the water. Breakfast was great, lovely staff. "
Australia
Jackson
The price is £146
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges
A balcony with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with waves and a clear sky.

14. The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
Forster
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (780 reviews)
"Close to the beach"
Australia
Yashtika
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Dorsal Boutique Hotel
A long table with chairs in a covered area with a view of a parking lot.

15. Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster
3.0 star property
Forster
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (424 reviews)
"Great modern small but super rooms with spacious ensuite bathroom. Lake view and verander are a lovely bonus!"
Australia
Shelly
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster
A balcony with a hot tub, outdoor furniture, and a view of a cityscape.

16. Mantra Quayside

Mantra Quayside
4.0 star property
Town Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,001 reviews)
"A pleasant stay at the Mantra with all the amenities we needed for a run from the Far North Coast to Sydney"
Australia
Wendy
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Mantra Quayside
A modern living room with a glass table, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. The Beach Rooms

The Beach Rooms
3.0 star property
Nambucca Heads
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (662 reviews)
"It's our annual stop over on a road trip along the coast of NSW. Love the location and the view. The place has nice "beachy" holiday vibe."
Australia
Joanna
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Beach Rooms
A wooden deck with hanging flower baskets, a view of a lake, and a well-maintained lawn.

18. Riverview Boutique Motel

Riverview Boutique Motel
3.5 star property
Nambucca Heads
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Regularly stay here when visiting the area. Great home feeling and having a cooked breakfast is a plus"
Australia
Brett
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Riverview Boutique Motel
A parking area with trees, a road, and parked vehicles.

19. Seabreeze Beach Hotel

Seabreeze Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
South West Rocks
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (919 reviews)
"The rooms were perfect. Renovated with top class fixtures. The bathroom has wall to ceiling tiles and was so clean and fresh. The shower was the absolute best. The bed was so comfortable. Bottles of water provided and biscuits with your tea or coffee. We thoroughly enjoyed dinner and drinks at the attached pub. Would definitely stay here again. ."
Australia
Jenny
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Seabreeze Beach Hotel
A bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden flooring, and a large wooden door.

20. Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills

Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills
4.0 star property
Bonny Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (514 reviews)
"Beautiful park, very well maintained. Cabin was very clean, beach 2mins walk away. Would definitely go back."
Australia
Adele
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills
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A resort with a large building featuring multiple levels and a pool area.
Pacific Bay Resort

Pacific Bay Resort

Pacific Bay Resort
3.5 star property
Coffs Harbour
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
£83 off
The price is £249
for 2 nights, 1 room
£124 per night
includes taxes & fees
Pacific Bay Resort
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An outdoor deck with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and a view of a green landscape.
Boogie Woogie Beach House

Boogie Woogie Beach House

Boogie Woogie Beach House
3.5 star property
Old Bar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
£91 off
The price is £212
for 2 nights, 1 room
£106 per night
includes taxes & fees
Boogie Woogie Beach House
Showing deals for:5 Nov - 6 Nov
A modern hotel with a large outdoor pool, stone walls, and outdoor seating areas.
Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges

Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges

Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges
4.0 star property
Port Macquarie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
£16 off
The price is £146
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges

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A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of a lush landscape.
Clarendon Forest Retreat

Clarendon Forest Retreat

Clarendon Forest Retreat
4.5 star property
Possum Brush
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
The price is £207
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Clarendon Forest Retreat
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A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the sea and a grassy area with people. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.
Rydges Port Macquarie

Rydges Port Macquarie

Rydges Port Macquarie
4.0 star property
Town Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (333)
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rydges Port Macquarie
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A campsite with three tents, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
2.0 star property
One Mile
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (221)
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
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Top landmarks in North Coast

A coastal cityscape with a sandy beach and clear turquoise waters.

Forster Town Beach

9.2/10 (745 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Forster Town Beach is a spot you might want to check out when visiting central Forster. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Pebbly Beach and Tuncurry Rock Pool, both within a short walk.
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Learn more about North Coast

Notable for its port, North Coast features attractions such as Ellenborough Falls and Timbertown Heritage Theme Park. Visitors to this family-friendly city speak highly of the restaurants whereas sights include Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park and Cassegrain Winery.

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A beach with colorful rocks and a sign reading "Port Macquarie, the official Bodyboarding Capital of Australia."

Top North Coast Hotel Reviews

A row of houses with a paved driveway and palm trees.
Flynns on Surf Beach Villas

Flynns on Surf Beach Villas

Flynns on Surf Beach Villas
Flynns Beach

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable big space.
United Kingdom
KAREN
Reviewed February 18, 2026
Flynns on Surf Beach Villas

Find out more about North Coast

Unveil the Enchantment of North Coast: A Tapestry of Shores, Lakes, and Lush Landscapes

The North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, is a breathtaking tapestry of pristine beaches, lush national parks, and charming coastal towns. From the vibrant shores of Newcastle Beach to the tranquil waters of stunning lakes, this region is a haven for families, adventurers, and nature enthusiasts alike. Explore the rich biodiversity of the Great Lakes National Park or indulge in the culinary delights of local markets. With its laid-back atmosphere and stunning landscapes, the North Coast invites you to unwind, reconnect with nature, and create lasting memories in a truly magical setting.

Discover great hotels near North Coast

The North Coast of New South Wales offers a diverse range of accommodations, from luxurious beach hotels with stunning ocean views to charming boutique stays in quaint towns. Whether you're seeking modern amenities or a laid-back atmosphere, you'll find excellent options to suit your needs along this picturesque coastline. These are some of the hotels preferred by our travellers near North Coast:

  1. Central Hotel Stroudopens in new window: This budget-friendly hotel offers a comfortable retreat with a guest rating of 8.2 out of 10. With a focus on relaxation, guests can savour meals at the on-site dining options, including a versatile restaurant and bar. This property stands out with its inviting atmosphere, ensuring that visitors feel at home during their stay. The combination of affordability and quality makes it an appealing choice for leisure travellers seeking value without sacrificing comfort.
  2. Bucketts Way Motelopens in new window: A delightful 3.5-star hotel, Bucketts Way Motel boasts a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10. This motel features an array of entertainment amenities such as billiards and premium television offerings, catering to those looking for leisurely activities during their downtime. The well-appointed rooms, coupled with attentive service and modern comforts, create an inviting environment perfect for leisure travellers. The renovated bathrooms add a touch of luxury, enhancing the overall experience for those seeking a relaxing getaway.
  3. Riverwood Downs Mountain Valley Resortopens in new window: This 4.0-star motel shines with a guest rating of 8.0 out of 10 and is an excellent choice for active holidaymakers. With an array of on-site activities such as fishing, horse riding, and outdoor tennis, it caters to those who enjoy an adventurous lifestyle. The property also features a bar and coffee shop, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. The engaging atmosphere and numerous recreational offerings provide an exciting experience for leisure travellers looking to make the most of their stay.

Things to do in North Coast

The North Coast enchants visitors with its stunning beaches, lush forests, and rugged mountains. Enjoy thrilling activities like whale watching, boating, or diving in crystal-clear waters, and unwind in serene parks or rejuvenating spas. With vibrant shopping spots and fun bowling alleys, it’s a perfect getaway for everyone.

  • Rocky Crossing Reserve – Discover a serene spot perfect for a day out in nature. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the scenic trails, and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife. With its proximity to the beach and marina, you can easily transition from a peaceful picnic to some fun water activities.
  • Coolongolook Nature Reserveopens in new window – This beautiful reserve invites you to explore its lush landscapes. Take a moment to relax by the water, or delve into the various walking paths that weave through the area. The tranquil environment makes it an ideal backdrop for a refreshing escape from city life.
  • Gloucester Folk Museumopens in new window – Step into the rich history of the region at this engaging museum. With various exhibits showcasing local heritage, you’ll gain insight into the community’s past. Don’t forget to check out the unique artefacts that reflect the area’s cultural journey.
  • Billabong Native Gardenopens in new window – Wander through this urban park and immerse yourself in the beauty of native Australian flora. Ideal for families, the garden features walking paths and resting spots where you can enjoy a leisurely afternoon surrounded by plants that thrive in this region.
  • Craven Reserveopens in new window – A delightful reserve designed for relaxation and recreation. Whether you want to take a relaxing walk or enjoy a family picnic, this space is a great option. Its close proximity to the beach and marina allows for easy access to aquatic adventures after your time in the reserve.

4 tips for savvy savings when booking a hotel near North Coast

  1. Book for the cheapest times: The most affordable time to visit the North Coast is during May, June, and August, when hotel prices are generally lower. For those looking to explore the region's key historical and cultural landmarks, a stay of at least 2 to 3 days is recommended. This duration allows visitors to experience a variety of attractions, including family-friendly beaches, romantic dining spots, shopping areas, and opportunities for whale watching. Travellers on a budget will find that these options offer great value for money, especially during the months when prices might drop.
  2. Look for last-minute deals on Hotels.com: To explore last-minute deals to the North Coast, visit the Dealsopens in new window or Last-Minute Dealsopens in new window sections on Hotels.com, where you may discover discounted rates on accommodation as your travel date approaches. Consider enabling email alerts or push notifications to stay informed about flash sales and special promotions, increasing your chances of saving. Additionally, the Smart Shoppingopens in new window tool available via the app allows you to compare hotel prices and amenities, ensuring you're aware of any price drops or room availability changes, so you can seize the opportunity for a spontaneous getaway.
  3. Be flexible with dates: Prices may fluctuate due to various factors, including the hotel's location, star rating, and the time of year. Therefore, being flexible with your travel dates could help you find a better deal on your stay near North Coast hotel. For those seeking a distinctive experience, boutique hotels often provide a more personalised touch and occasionally offer improved value. When you make a reservation through Hotels.com, we will inform you if the price for your chosen dates is above or below the average. Should the price be on the higher end, we may suggest alternative dates that could offer more affordability.
  4. Consider your location: Staying near key attractions or city centres may provide convenience, but it often comes with higher costs. For more affordable options, consider hotels in less central areas or neighbourhoods, striking a balance between price and accessibility to the locations you wish to visit. You might also explore independent hotels situated further out, which can offer a more authentic and budget-friendly experience.

Best time to go to North Coast

North Coast has a varied climate due to its size, so the best time to visit depends on the region and your preferences for weather and crowds. The peak travel months to visit North Coast are January, October, and December, which see a higher number of tourists. During this peak period, the weather is mostly sunny, accompanied by light rainfall. In contrast, May, June, and August are ideal if you're looking for a calmer vacation, marked by no to light rainfall and mostly sunny conditions.

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