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 spa 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
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Pool/Spa
Indoor pool
Spa 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
Designer toiletries
Towels provided
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
Elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Tour/ticket assistance
Limited housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Front desk (limited hours)
Vending machine
Location highlights
Near the ocean
Near the sea
Near the airport
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Rock climbing nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Winery tours nearby
Horse riding nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Whale watching 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
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.
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
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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 spa 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 14-minute walk from Glasshouse Cultural Centre and 18 minutes' walk from Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed. Travelers give top marks for the aparthotel's prime location.
Mantra The Observatory Reviews
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
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
November 3, 2024
VERY COMFORTABLE
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 13, 2024
Great views of ocean, convenient location.
Ros
Ros, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 13, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
August 21, 2024
Close to beach and food
Georgia
Georgia, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 19, 2024
Great position overlooking ocean.
Underground parking easy, great amenities.
Max
Max, 2-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 12, 2024
Location is very convenient! Walkable to beach and town square. Property is clean and staff is friendly. Definitely will stay here again when we come back!
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
July 30, 2024
Excellent Location
Lovely spot but hotel needs a bit of a freshen up. Ok for stop over which is what we did.
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 27, 2024
Fantastic location and ocean views
Janelle
Janelle, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 18, 2024
Awesome view and location.
Danny
Danny, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 17, 2024
Great apartment great location
Leah
Leah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 16, 2024
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 13, 2024
Lovely location on the beach and an easy walk to restaurants
Jo
Jo, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 11, 2024
Johanna
Johanna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 7, 2024
Easy checkin
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 28, 2024
We had a fantastic stay at this property with our family during our holidays. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach, which made our days filled with sun and sand so convenient. The property itself was outstanding, with excellent utilities that made us feel right at home. Every amenity we needed was provided, making our stay comfortable and stress-free.
Neelan
Neelan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 22, 2024
Amazing location! Enjoyed our time
Harsh
Harsh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
June 17, 2024
Issues with the booking- so could not stay in same room.
The rooms are not sound proof and had a lot of noise around us.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 6, 2024
Wonderful stay in a 2 bedroom garden suite. Huge, very clean, and nicely styled room. The indoor pool was great for the kids! Have booked again for July! Looking forward to our return!
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 1, 2024
Harvey
Harvey, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Great Location and friendly staff.
Guy
Guy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
2/10 Poor
May 24, 2024
Arpit
Arpit, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2024
A wonderful place to stay
Janelle
Janelle, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
May 19, 2024
Casey
Casey, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2024
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Well located hotels close to the beach with comfortable clean rooms.