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Mantra The Observatory, Port Macquarie

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About the Resort

40 William Street, Port Macquarie, Australia

Mantra The Observatory is an award-winning resort located in Port Macquarie on the North Coast of New South Wales. This contemporary resort features stunning ocean and river views, making it an ideal getaway for families, couples, and corporate travelers. The establishment provides easy access to nearby attractions and offers modern amenities that deliver exceptional comfort and convenience.

Location

Located 10 km from the center of Port Macquarie, the resort offers easy access to various landmarks, including the Mid North Coast Maritime Museum and Town Beach. Guests will find that the surrounding area is vibrant, with a coastal ambiance and numerous retail and dining options nearby.

Rooms

Guests can choose from modern Hotel Rooms, spacious One, Two, and Three Bedroom Apartments, or a luxurious Three Bedroom Penthouse. Many rooms feature breathtaking ocean or river views, large private balconies, gourmet kitchens, and coffee capsule machines, catering to a variety of preferences.

Eat & Drink

The resort boasts onsite dining options like Scampi's Seafood Bar and Grill, which offers a decadent menu of fresh local seafood and a selection of beer, wine, and spirits. Guests can enjoy breakfast featuring organic produce as well as a variety of coffees and teas at The Observatory Milkbar.

Leisure & Business

Visitors can partake in numerous recreational activities, including kayaking, fishing, surfing, horse riding, and camel safaris. The resort also provides bike hire for those wishing to immerse themselves in the natural environment surrounding Port Macquarie.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Ocean View
Max:
2 persons
25 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
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Two-Bedroom Apartment Ocean View
Max:
4 persons
100 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Coffee machine
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One-Bedroom Apartment Ocean View
Max:
2 persons
70 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Coffee machine
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City Centre
Port Macquarie 1.8 km
Airports
Port Macquarie (PQQ) 6.3 km
Taree (TRO) 76.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Vending machines

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

40 William Street, Port Macquarie, Australia
Map view
40 William Street, Port Macquarie, Australia
Nearby
Stewart St
Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory
270 m
6 William St
Mid North Coast Maritime Museum
270 m
1 Munster St
Town Beach Park
270 m
Town Beach
270 m
Garden
Mrs York's Garden
270 m
Beach
Oxley Beach
270 m
Maritime Ln
The Artist Market
270 m
Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Flagstaff Lookout
270 m
Restaurants
Scampi's Seafood Bar & Grill
20 m
40 William St The Observatory Hotel
The Observatory
190 m
40 William St
Port City Bowling Club
210 m
4 Owen St
Drift Bar, Cafe
220 m
4 Owen St Port City Bowling Club
Bandwagon Cafe
430 m
76 William St
Bar Florian
870 m
Shop 6 6-14 Clarence St Under Port Pacific Bld
Bills Fishhouse & Bar
960 m
2/18-20 Clarence Street Clarence House
The Co Cafe
920 m
Cnr Clarence & Murray Streets
La Roma
940 m
24 Murray St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience
82%
liked the resort and would come back again
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
7.9
Location
9.6
Service
9.0
Dining
5.6
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 20 reviews
4.5/5 based on 2519 reviews
7.9
7.9/10 based on 1969 reviews
#12 of 39 hotels in Port Macquarie based on Tripadvisor
Robert
United Kingdom, January  2025
9.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is located on a hilltop with breathtaking views of the town beach. The room was spacious, featuring a large balcony where I could relax and take in the scenery. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with any request. However, the lack of an ensuite bathroom in my unit was a bit inconvenient, and I would have liked more dining options during my stay. Overall, the hotel offers great value for money, especially considering its prime location.

Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious and featured a large balcony with a great view.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a great neighbourhood overlooking the beach, providing stunning views.
Dining
6.0
Dining options were somewhat limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were good, but I wish there were more dining options available.
Edward
United States, January  2025
9.2/10

This hotel is situated in a great location, just across from the main patrolled beach and conveniently close to many restaurants. The rooms offer a clean and comfortable experience, but I did find the lack of a view a bit disappointing. The staff was incredibly helpful, making my stay much more enjoyable. While the facilities are decent, they could definitely use some updating, especially considering the price point.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable; however, I was in a dual key 3 bedroom unit that had a single bathroom without an ensuite, which wasn't ideal for our group.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and more than helpful with any requests I had, making me feel welcomed during my stay.
Location
10.0
The location is fantastic, right across from the beach and close to various amenities and restaurants.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but some areas felt a bit outdated. The pool was nice but could benefit from some improvements.
Hannah
United Kingdom, January  2025
7.4/10

The hotel has a wonderful location just across the road from a beautiful patrolled beach, making it perfect for beach lovers. The rooms are decent but are furnished with rather cheap furniture, which is a bit of a letdown. On the plus side, the staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help. While the dining options are included, the breakfast could use some improvement for better variety.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were unfortunately furnished with very cheap furniture, which detracted a bit from the overall experience.
Service
9.0
The staff was more than helpful with any requests, making the stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located just across from the main patrolled beach, which was absolutely fabulous.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience included breakfast, but the options were quite limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has good facilities that are well-maintained.
Victor
United States, January  2025
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was pretty nice overall. The location is unbeatable, right on the beach with stunning ocean views, and the rooms were comfortable with a great balcony. The staff was incredibly helpful, making my experience smooth and easy. However, the dining options were somewhat limited, and I found the amenities could use a little more variety. Still, the value for money was decent considering the prime location.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, featuring a lovely balcony overlooking the water. I appreciated the Nespresso machine, but having only a single air conditioning unit in the main room was a bit inconvenient.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and more than helpful with any requests I had, particularly in the mornings when the male staff member was especially accommodating.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated right on the beach, with fabulous ocean views and just a short walk to the center of town and nearby restaurants.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were fairly basic, with only cheese sandwiches included, which I found a little disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities provided were adequate but could use some enhancement for a more luxurious experience.
Dave
United States, November  2024
8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which boasts a superb location right across from the beach. The rooms were spacious and offered stunning views, providing a great place to relax. The staff were remarkably helpful and friendly, which really enhanced my experience. On the downside, the breakfast options could use some improvement, and the Wi-Fi was not free, which I found a bit disappointing.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and had spectacular views that made my stay special.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and exceptionally helpful with any requests I had.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located right across from the beach, making it convenient to enjoy the ocean views and local attractions.
Dining
7.0
While the breakfast was included, I felt the variety could have been improved to cater to different tastes.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great facilities, including a beautiful pool area that was well-kept.
George
United Kingdom, October  2024
7.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with its clean and spacious rooms, which really made my experience enjoyable. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, going out of their way to assist with any requests. However, the location is a bit further from the town center than expected, and the dining options could use some improvement. Overall, it was good value for money given the amenities offered.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious, with a lovely big shower and a Nespresso machine available, which was a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The staff was more than helpful with every request I had, whether it was for laundry or tour assistance.
Location
7.0
The hotel is situated across from the beach, making it a great spot, but it's a bit further from the town center than I would have liked.
Dining
5.0
While breakfast was included, I found the dining options a bit limited, especially in terms of variety.
Facilities
8.0
The overall amenities were modern and well-kept, contributing to a comfortable stay.
Sidney
United States, October  2024
7.6/10

I found the hotel to be in a great neighborhood, directly across from the beach, which was a major plus for me. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, making my stay comfortable. However, the rooms left a bit to be desired as they were only moderately equipped, and the dining options weren’t as varied as I had hoped. Overall, it’s a decent place to stay, but not without its drawbacks.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean but did not offer the best views, and I wished there was more air conditioning in the bedrooms.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, particularly the male staff members who helped me with all my requests.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located directly opposite the beach, which was perfect for enjoying the ocean while being set back enough to avoid noise.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was included but lacked variety, which was disappointing for me.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, but could benefit from some updates.
Mary
United States, October  2024
7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel which boasts an excellent location right across from the main patrolled beach. The rooms were comfortable but a bit basic since our unit didn't have ensuite bathrooms. The staff were incredibly helpful with any requests I had. However, I found the dining options somewhat lacking, particularly for breakfast. Overall, it was a great value for money, especially given the proximity to the beach.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean and comfortable, situated on a higher level with a nice balcony and a kitchenette. I appreciated the spaciousness, but the lack of an ensuite was a minor drawback.
Service
9.0
The staff were more than helpful with all my requests, especially a male staff member in the morning who assisted with dry cleaning and local tour information.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, right in front of Town Beach and conveniently close to the town center. I felt it was perfect for accessing the beach and local amenities.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were included, but I found them rather limited. It could definitely use more variety, especially for breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
While the hotel had nice facilities, like the pool, I felt they could improve the dining area to make it more appealing.
Andrew
United Kingdom, October  2024
8.4/10

I had a great stay at this hotel, with its amazing location just across from the beach and friendly staff that made my visit memorable. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, although I wish the amenities had been a bit more modern. The dining options could use some improvement, especially for breakfast, but overall, it was a good value for the price. Also, the facilities were enjoyable, particularly the pool area.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, although they could use some modern touches.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to help with any requests.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located just across from the beach, making it very convenient for sunbathing and swimming.
Dining
6.0
While the food was decent, I felt the breakfast options were lacking variety.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-kept and a lovely spot to relax after a day at the beach.
Edward
United States, September  2024
8.4/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is nestled right on the beach with stunning ocean views. The rooms were not only clean but also incredibly comfortable, making it easy to relax. The friendly staff went out of their way to help at every turn. However, I did find the dining options to be somewhat limited. The location is great for beach lovers but not as convenient for dining out, which was a bit of a drawback.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had big pictures with a louvre window balcony, offering a fabulous view.
Service
9.0
The staff were more than helpful with any requests, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
It's in a great neighborhood directly across from the beach, making it perfect for relaxing by the ocean.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience could use improvement, as the breakfast options were a bit limited.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's amenities were modern and well-kept, particularly the pool area which I enjoyed.
Jessica
United Kingdom, September  2024
9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which is perched on a hilltop with a breathtaking view of the beach. The room was spacious and well-equipped, making it very convenient for my family. The staff went above and beyond to assist us with our requests, which was a huge plus. On the downside, it was a bit tricky finding parking sometimes, and the dining options were limited. Overall, it’s a great value for money experience.

Rooms
9.0
The room was spacious and had a fantabulous view from the balcony, equipped with all the amenities our family needed.
Service
9.0
The staff were more than helpful with any request we had, especially the male staff member in the morning.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a great neighborhood on the hilltop overlooking the town beach, right opposite the beach.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay but not exceptional, with limited options available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great facilities including a lovely pool area.
Cameron
United Kingdom, September  2024
8.6/10

I had a delightful stay at the hotel, enjoying the spacious and comfortable rooms, and the convenient location right across from the beach. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, which made my experience even better. On the downside, I found the dining options a bit lacking and the air conditioning in the bedroom could have been better regulated. Overall, it was a good value for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean and spacious, featuring a very comfortable bed and a pleasant balcony. However, I did notice that there was only a single air conditioning unit, which wasn’t ideal for the bedroom.
Service
9.0
The staff were more than helpful with any request I had, especially a male staff member in the morning who assisted me with dry cleaning and tour information.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, right across from the beach and overlooking the ocean. It felt very convenient, being so close to downtown and all the restaurants.
Dining
7.0
While the meals included were decent, I felt the dining experience could have been improved. I had a delicious Manchego ratatouille, but I would have loved more variety.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had some great amenities, but there could've been more options for dining or dining facilities.
Isaac
United Kingdom, September  2024
7.8/10

I had a generally pleasant stay at the hotel, which is conveniently located right across from the beach and in a nice neighborhood. The rooms had all the amenities our family needed, although I did wish there were more air conditioning options. The service was remarkable, with the staff being exceptionally helpful. However, breakfast could use more variety. Overall, it offered decent value for money with a lovely view.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and well-equipped for our family's needs, though there was only one air conditioning unit, which made it a bit less comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff were more than helpful with any request we made, always going the extra mile.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, just across the road from the beach and within easy reach of downtown attractions and scenic walking tracks.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast included was decent but lacked variety.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good facilities, although I felt they could be improved a bit more.
Joseph
United Kingdom, September  2024
8.0/10

I had a wonderful time at this hotel with its stunning ocean views and a great location just steps from the beach. The rooms were spacious and neat, although I did find the single bathroom a bit inconvenient for my family. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, making our stay even more enjoyable. However, the dining options could use some improvement, especially at breakfast, as they felt limited. Overall, it offered great value for money, with some room for improvement in a couple of areas.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, with awesome views from the balcony overlooking the water.
Service
9.0
The staff were more than helpful with any requests we had, making for a pleasant experience.
Location
10.0
This hotel is perfectly positioned on the beach with a fabulous ocean view, which was a major highlight of our stay.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were a bit disappointing at breakfast as the choices were pretty limited, though I did enjoy the homemade pizza at lunch.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good amenities, but I found the pool area could have been a bit larger for a more luxurious experience.
Donald
United States, September  2024
8.2/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The location is fantastic, sitting on the hilltop with a beautiful view overlooking the town beach and the ocean. The rooms were spacious and comfortable although it could get a bit warm with just a single air conditioning unit. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful with all my requests, making the stay even better. On the downside, the breakfast choices were a bit limited, and the dining experience could use some improvement. Overall, a good value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are spacious and comfortable, though the single air conditioning unit in the room can make it a bit warm at times.
Service
9.0
The staff was more than helpful with any request I had, which made my stay very enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a perfect location on a hilltop overlooking the beach and just a short walk to restaurants and shops.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was included, but the options were somewhat limited, which was disappointing.
Facilities
6.0
The overall facilities were decent, but I felt they could offer a bit more in terms of amenities.
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