Town Beach, 40 William Street, Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444
What's nearby
Town Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
Glasshouse Cultural Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Flynns Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Nobbys Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 12 min drive
Wauchope Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
KFC - 15 min walk
Boost Juice - 12 min walk
Port City Bowling Club - 3 min walk
Port Macquarie Hotel - 15 min walk
Little Shack - 14 min walk
About this property
Mantra The Observatory
Mantra The Observatory is a great choice for your beach stay in Port Macquarie. The indoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a hot tub and a sauna. Scampi's Seafood, one of 2 restaurants, serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights, and apartments offer balconies and flat-screen TVs. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
85 apartments
Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Pool/Spa
Indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
Cribs (infant beds): AUD 10.0 per night
Restaurants on site
Scampi's Seafood
Milkbar Town Beach
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Towels provided
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Library
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital service
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Terrace
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Climate control
Air conditioning
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevators
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Tour/ticket assistance
Limited housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Vending machine
Front desk (limited hours)
Location highlights
Near the ocean
Near the sea
Near the airport
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Horse riding nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Whale watching nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
85 rooms
7 floors
3 buildings
Built in 2009
Special features
Dining
Scampi's Seafood - This seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Milkbar Town Beach - This café serves breakfast only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 200.00 per stay
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property is professionally cleaned.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Property Registration Number 2444
Also known as
Observatory Hotel
Observatory Hotel Port Macquarie
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Observatory Resort Port Macquarie
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Observatory Aparthotel Port Macquarie
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mantra The Observatory offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mantra The Observatory does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Mantra The Observatory?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Mantra The Observatory?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Mantra The Observatory?
Yes, there's free self parking. Onsite parking includes off-street options.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mantra The Observatory?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Mantra The Observatory and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Mantra The Observatory also has a sauna and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mantra The Observatory?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Mantra The Observatory have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a balcony.
What's the area around Mantra The Observatory like?
Mantra The Observatory is located near Town Beach, just a short 4-minute walk from Mid North Coast Maritime Museum and 14 minutes' walk from Glasshouse Cultural Centre. Travelers give top marks for the aparthotel's prime location.
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Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
1 Mar 2025
Unhappy customer
Booked room with ocean views, first room had ocean glimpses through the trees. Got moved due to noisey neighbours at 2am for hours (not properties fault) next day got moved rooms which was 1 floor higher and had much better views. Staff initially said they had no vacant rooms to move to but once we pushed the situation more they all of sudden had a spare room. Staff were very friendly though. Extremely unhappy with the first room, it should be advertised as ocean glimpses not ocean views. Reluctant to stay with this hotel again.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Feb 2025
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Craig
Craig, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 Feb 2025
Marea
Marea, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Feb 2025
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
Avi
Avi, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Dec 2024
Thaio
Thaio, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
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Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2024
Great venue,superb outlook,great locals,. Couldn't ask for better
ROBERT LINDSAY
ROBERT LINDSAY, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Nov 2024
Great location, not much opened on a Sunday but Drift restaurant at the Bowling Club around the corner was fabulous
Christine
Christine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Nov 2024
VERY COMFORTABLE
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2024
Nice room, good balcony,
Everything you need except a good coffee shop. I did stay Sunday, and didn’t want to drive for coffee. Other than that, all good.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Oct 2024
Good spot
Oliver
Oliver, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
18 Oct 2024
Well located.
Sam
Sam, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
14 Oct 2024
Desperately needs the carpet replaced- or at least cleaned.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Great views of ocean, convenient location.
Ros
Ros, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
10 Oct 2024
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Sep 2024
Location comfy beds
jenny
jenny, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
21 Sep 2024
I was leased this property showing wrong photo and i was tricked that there was no lift access from the basement floor. I had to move kids, prams and suitcases from the basement parking to the property via a long set of stairs. Very inconvinient after paying a good fee for the property. This is cheating and I will never recommend anyone to stay at Mantra Observatory.
Kundan
Kundan, 1-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Sep 2024
. Great views. Clean... comfortable bed.
Bathroom could possibly do with an upgrade.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Outstanding views, easy check in all staff were great and accommodating to any request.
Mark
Mark, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Sep 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sep 2024
The property was great and the views spectacular, we did find the proximity to the beach amazing, but we struggled with the distance from anywhere to eat.