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A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

A multi-story hotel with a central swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs visible through an open door.

A coastal area with a small island surrounded by calm waters. Several boats are anchored near the shore.

1. Mantra Ettalong Beach

3 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Alan

￥23,086

￥23,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

2. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

2.9 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Lewis

￥18,075

￥19,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a well-lit ceiling with industrial-style lighting fixtures.

An aerial view of a skate park with various ramps and a basketball court, surrounded by trees and a road.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and colorful chairs, a covered section with umbrellas, and a view of a building with a blue facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

3 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Cynthia

￥14,259

￥15,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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.

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

4. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

6.5 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Anne

￥15,464

￥17,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

A beach with a sandy shore, waves, and a hill with houses in the background.

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

5. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

3.6 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Simon

￥58,140

￥63,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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

6. Galaxy Motel

12.6 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Lloyd

￥16,285

￥18,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

An outdoor dining area with tables and benches, umbrellas, and a building in the background.

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.

7. Miramare Gardens

19.9 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Donna

￥18,869

￥21,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the cityscape and mountains, and a wooden floor.

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

8. voco Gosford by IHG

12.7 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Kryan

￥27,172

￥27,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

9. Tiarri Terrigal

13.8 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Zara

￥20,361

￥22,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

10. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

12.7 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Brian

￥14,426

￥15,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of trees and water, and warm lighting.

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

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

11. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

13.9 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Jelena

￥27,614

￥30,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A covered outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs, a red wall, and potted plants.

A hallway with a chandelier, a glass display case with plants, and a reception desk with a 'OPEN' sign.

A white building with a red awning and a sign that reads "Brooklyn Motel 99858540".

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

12. Brooklyn Motel

10.8 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Wayne

￥28,016

￥30,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

A modern living room with a glass dining table, two sofas, and a TV.

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

13. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

14.1 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Je-Ann

￥21,600

￥23,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a door with a mirror, and a small bedside table.

14. Ibis Budget Gosford

12.7 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Flora

￥14,912

￥14,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A building with a beige exterior, large windows with curtains, and a number '123' on the door. There are potted plants in front of the building.

15. Ashwood Motel

12.8 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Shane

￥13,118

￥14,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by a white fence and a two-story building with balconies.

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.

16. Copacabana Shores

9.9 km from Iron Ladder Beach

David

￥16,462

￥18,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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 stone pathway leading to a wooden structure with a covered porch, surrounded by trees and greenery.

17. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

11 km from Iron Ladder Beach

KIM SONG

￥11,548

￥12,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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.

18. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

14 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Caroline

￥21,849

￥24,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A lakeside hotel with a beach, swimming area, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A long dining table with white tablecloths, black chairs, and floral centerpieces. A neon sign on the wall reads "I Was always you."

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden door, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

A beachside area with tables and chairs, a large striped umbrella, and a view of the beach and river.

19. The Clan Terrigal

14.3 km from Iron Ladder Beach

STEPHEN

￥23,536

￥25,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a brick wall and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden beams, brick walls, and a cozy seating area with a TV.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central bar area. Tables are arranged around the bar, and there are several chairs and dining tables.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a staircase leading to another level.

20. Avoca Beach Hotel

10.7 km from Iron Ladder Beach

Philip

￥16,343

￥18,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Iron Ladder Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Mantra Ettalong Beach	8.4 Very good 2,584 reviews	View
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel	8.0 Very good 405 reviews	View
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast	9.6 Exceptional 66 reviews	View
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa	9.6 Exceptional 93 reviews	View

Top Iron Ladder Beach Hotel Reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Ettalong Beach Studio at Palm Beach ferry stop

10/10 Excellent

"This is great value short term accommodation for singles or couples. The unit is located in a converted shop/store; with just a short walk to Palm Beach Ferry Wharf and the water's edge. There is a nice coffee shop about a block up the road. The bed is super comfy!! All linen was provided and fresh and clean.Our host, Irmgard was absolutely lovely, and accommodating to our needs. I would have no hesitation staying at Irmgard's place again."

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

8/10 Good

"It was ok for the price, bed and pillows not the most comfiest and room a little dated but very spacious. One part of room not curtained although mid part of glass was not see thru however as a joint balcony bottom third totally see thru so we felt uneasy leaving our bags which could potentially be in view if someone wanted to have a sticky beak Despite the above I would stay there again"

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!"

Footsteps to the Bay by HolidayCo.

8/10 Good

"Great waterfront property with lovely views. Our group of 8 ladies really enjoyed our weekend! Clean, great kitchen utensils/appliances, 2 kitchens, 3 bathrooms. Nice flat walk along the waterfront & jetty. Can do a more strenuous walk up & over the hill to Lobster Beach."

Charming Cottage Retreat by HolidayCo.

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this cottage - beautiful location and a great view. I could hear the ocean and the birds. Killcare is such a lovely spot - will definitely be back"

Atlas - House for all seasons, spa with ocean views and cozy fireplace

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house in a stunning location."

The Pelicans Nest by HolidayCo.

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and cosy small accommodation. Great how space has been used so efficiently with much attention to detail and design. Excellent for 2 people."

Pretty Beach Bay Vista by HolidayCo.

10/10 Excellent

"The only issues I had where the i"

Other attractions near Iron Ladder Beach

A coastal rock formation with layered patterns and the ocean in the background.

Putty Beach

8.0/10 (17 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Putty Beach during your travels in Killcare? Stroll along the marina or visit the shops while you're in the area.

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A person sitting on a rock overlooking a coastal landscape with hills in the background.

Hardy's Bay

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Killcare with a trip to Hardy's Bay. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

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Little Tallow Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Little Tallow Beach during your trip to Tallow Beach?

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Tallow Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tallow Beach during your trip to Tallow Beach?

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Lobster Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lobster Beach during your trip to Box Head? Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Como Parade Bush Reserve

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Como Parade Bush Reserve, a lovely green space in Pretty Beach. Wander the marina and parks while you're in the area.

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Turo Reserve

7.6/10 (55 reviews)

Turo Reserve is just one of the places to see in Pretty Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

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Pretty Beach Harbour

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Pretty Beach with a trip to Pretty Beach Harbour. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iron Ladder Beach?

Iron Ladder Beach 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 near Iron Ladder Beach?

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 1.9 mi (3 km) from Iron Ladder Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort and NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Resort.

How many hotels will I find near Iron Ladder Beach?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Iron Ladder Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iron Ladder Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Iron Ladder Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Iron Ladder Beach?

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What can I see and do near Iron Ladder Beach?

You can wander around Umina Recreation Centre, Bouddi National Park, or Belrose Place Bush Reserve if you want a dose of fresh air. Putty Beach, Ocean Beach, and Ettalong Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Be sure to get some family photos at Crommelin Native Arboretum, Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve, and Peninsula Leisure Center while you're out sightseeing near Iron Ladder Beach.

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Our top choices for Iron Ladder Beach hotels

1. Mantra Ettalong Beach

2. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

3. Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

4. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

5. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

6. Galaxy Motel

7. Miramare Gardens

8. voco Gosford by IHG

9. Tiarri Terrigal

10. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

11. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

12. Brooklyn Motel

13. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

14. Ibis Budget Gosford

15. Ashwood Motel

16. Copacabana Shores

17. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

18. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

19. The Clan Terrigal

20. Avoca Beach Hotel

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Top Iron Ladder Beach Hotel Reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

Ettalong Beach Studio at Palm Beach ferry stop

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

Footsteps to the Bay by HolidayCo.

Charming Cottage Retreat by HolidayCo.

Atlas - House for all seasons, spa with ocean views and cozy fireplace

The Pelicans Nest by HolidayCo.

Pretty Beach Bay Vista by HolidayCo.

Other attractions near Iron Ladder Beach

Putty Beach

Hardy's Bay

Little Tallow Beach

Tallow Beach

Lobster Beach

Como Parade Bush Reserve

Turo Reserve

Pretty Beach Harbour

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