The Entrance

Travel Guide
The Entrance featuring a beach and a sunset
Go hiking, watch the daily pelican feeding, relax on white-sand beaches and head off on a fishing excursion at this coastal resort town.

Enjoy the great outdoors at The Entrance, a coastal town located at the point where Tuggerah Lake enters the Tasman Sea. Try fishing, learn how to surf and discover the beauty of the Wyrrabalong National Park, set on a peninsula between the lake and the sea.

Hang out on the beach, build sand castles and soak up the sun. Dine in restaurants overlooking the water or pack a picnic to eat in the park along the waterfront. On Saturdays, a craft market is held at the Waterfront Plaza, with vendors selling carved wood items, jewellery, handmade children’s quilts and clothing as well as souvenirs. On the first and third Saturday of every month, a farmers’ market stocked with local produce is held at Memorial Park.

Rent a canoe and paddle around Tuggerah Lake or lie back and relax on a catamaran. Fishing is a popular pastime on the lake, and whiting, flathead and bream are common catches. A 12-kilometre (7-mile) bike path surrounds the lakeside and picnic spots, parks and playgrounds can be found along the trail. Bring the kids to Vera's Water Garden and sit in the shade as they splash about among the child-friendly water sprays.

Hike along the coastal trail in the nearby Wyrrabalong National Park. Pause at Crackneck lookout and try to spot migrating humpback whales in the water below. The whales are most commonly sighted between May and August.

Observe the daily pelican feeding in Memorial Park and find out more about the colony of large birds who live on Tuggerah Lake. The tradition of feeding the pelicans began more than 20 years ago when a local fish and chip shop started throwing out their scraps.

The Entrance is a great place to unwind in nature. Visit the resort town year-round, using the beach and lake to cool off in the summer and exploring the national park in winter.

Ocean Front at The Entrance
Ocean Front at The Entrance
4 out of 5
102 Ocean Parade, The Entrance, NSW
The price is ¥11,430 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
¥11,430
per night
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"The motel is next to the beach. Unfortunately, my room does not have a sea view. The room is spacious and clean. Wifi is good and there is Netflix."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

Ocean Front at The Entrance
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
The price is ¥17,664 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥17,664
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,150 reviews)
"Great atmosphere"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥12,200 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
¥12,200
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,275 reviews)
"Property was good only problem was TV volume was too low"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,275 reviews)
"Property was good only problem was TV volume was too low"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,150 reviews)
"Great atmosphere"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
The Entrance
Stay at this beach apartment in The Entrance. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and WiFi. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
Nanna's bday mini holiday
"Apartment and furniture/set up is lovely. Location right on the beach is fantastic."

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024

Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
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a.g
Jan 30, 2019

Loved it . Such a relaxed atmosphere , with great shopping and dining options . Great beaches . Easy to get around in the car .

3/5 - Okay

Naomi
Oct 11, 2018

Most of the restaurants closed at 4pm. We did find a good one. There's always something to do.