Port Macquarie

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Port Macquarie which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and landscape views
Port Macquarie featuring a bay or harbor, swimming and a beach
Port Macquarie showing night scenes and a sunset
Port Macquarie which includes a bay or harbor
Port Macquarie featuring a lighthouse and general coastal views

Spot majestic whales from a historic lighthouse, explore the scenic coast and learn about the area’s convict history at this lovely seaside town in New South Wales.

Port Macquarie is a charming town on New South Wales’ Mid North Coast, at the mouth of the meandering Hastings River. Experience the town’s rich maritime heritage, historic architecture, exciting wildlife parks and diverse coastal landscapes. Try adventurous watersports, tour the waterfront by bike and relax with a local wine on a scenic cruise.

Explore the Port Macquarie township to find a range of historic buildings and relics from the area’s convict past. The Old Courthouse, the Port Macquarie Historic Cemetery and St. Thomas Anglican Church offer a glimpse of Port Macquarie’s European settlement as a penal colony. Learn about the area’s maritime history at the Mid North Coast Maritime Museum. Relax with a cup of coffee or collect fresh market produce at the Town Green, a public park with views of the town’s scenic wharf.

Embark on Port Macquarie’s breathtaking coastal walk, a hiking trail that leads south from the town to Flynn’s Beach and beyond. Head to Tacking Point Lighthouse to see a historic lighthouse with idyllic headland views. If you’re lucky, a pod of whales might breach in the ocean below.

Meet some of Australia’s unique animals at Port Macquarie’s fantastic wildlife parks. See native and exotic animals at the Billabong Koala and Wildlife Park or critters being nursed back to health at the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital. Visit the Sea Acres Rainforest Centre on Shelly Beach to explore a lush rainforest national park. Wander along boardwalks and nature trails to see native flying foxes, wallabies and kangaroos.

Port Macquarie is 385 kilometres (239 miles) north of Sydney, New South Wales’ capital city. Catch regional flights from Sydney or Brisbane to Port Macquarie Airport. Buses connect Port Macquarie to other major cities on Australia’s east coast. Reach Port Macquarie by car or train to Wauchope, a stop on the North Coast Railway Line approximately 20 minutes’ drive away. Port Macquarie’s compact town centre and sunny, mild weather make it an ideal destination for walking tours.

Rydges Port Macquarie
Rydges Port Macquarie
4 out of 5
1 Hay Street, Port Macquarie, NSW
The price is ¥20,263 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
¥20,263
¥22,289 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (142 reviews)
"Located in a very convenient area for dining/shopping and looking out the lake."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

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ibis Styles Port Macquarie
ibis Styles Port Macquarie
3.5 out of 5
1 Stewart Street, Port Macquarie, NSW
The price is ¥12,794 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥12,794
¥14,073 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"We had a lovely short stay, with a beautiful view of the water. The unit itself was small neat & tidy"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

ibis Styles Port Macquarie
Mantra Quayside
Mantra Quayside
4 out of 5
Cnr William Street and Short St, Port Macquarie, NSW
The price is ¥22,851 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
¥22,851
¥22,851 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,855 reviews)
"Really nice hotel for family stopover. Plenty of room and great amenities."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Mantra Quayside
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.
Mantra Quayside
Mantra Quayside
4 out of 5
Cnr William Street and Short St, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,855 reviews)
"Really nice hotel for family stopover. Plenty of room and great amenities."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Mantra Quayside
Mantra The Observatory
Mantra The Observatory
3.5 out of 5
Town Beach, 40 William Street, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (983 reviews)
"Stunning view from our bed"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Mantra The Observatory
Flynns Beach Caravan Park
Flynns Beach Caravan Park
2.5 out of 5
22 Ocean Street, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this cabin in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Flynns ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (484 reviews)
"Tap in shower very hard to turn very small shower and shower rose too low"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Flynns Beach Caravan Park
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.

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