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6 Nov - 8 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Whale Beach cheap hotels

A terrace with wicker chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats.

1. Silkari Mirage Newport

Silkari Mirage Newport
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Whale Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (798 reviews)
"Great location!"
Australia
Debbie
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Silkari Mirage Newport
A spacious bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a well-lit ceiling with industrial-style lighting fixtures.

2. Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
10.3 km from Whale Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (409 reviews)
"Nice and best location in Umina, near 4 mins walk to the beach. Shops within reach and helpful staff. Thanks for the complimentary drinks"
Australia
Florian and Mitchellene
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel
A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

3. Mantra Ettalong Beach

Mantra Ettalong Beach
4.0 star property
10.9 km from Whale Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,594 reviews)
"The location next to the beach and food outlets"
United States
Bronwyn
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mantra Ettalong Beach
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.

4. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
3.5 star property
11 km from Whale Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was clean and had what I needed, bed shower"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort
A modern lounge area with wicker sofas and ottomans, a large green plant, and a decorative mirror on the wall.

5. Nightelier Narrabeen

Nightelier Narrabeen
4.5 star property
12.1 km from Whale Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (809 reviews)
"Great location and lovely helpful staff"
Australia
Shainshaie
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Nightelier Narrabeen
A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a distant hill.

6. Copacabana Shores

Copacabana Shores
3.5 star property
16.5 km from Whale Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (443 reviews)
"Nice little accommodation block. Helpful staff Comfy bed spacious room"
Australia
David
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Copacabana Shores
A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

7. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
2.5 star property
14.5 km from Whale Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"Very peaceful place to stay. Big room well maintained."
Australia
John
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining set.

8. Miramare Gardens

Miramare Gardens
4.0 star property
13.1 km from Whale Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (399 reviews)
"Very helpful staff"
Australia
Jesse
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Miramare Gardens
A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

9. Encore by Mingara

Encore by Mingara
4.0 star property
29.8 km from Whale Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (248 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Daniel
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Encore by Mingara
Restaurant

10. voco Gosford by IHG

voco Gosford by IHG
3.0 star property
20.8 km from Whale Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Kryan
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
voco Gosford by IHG
A dining area with a round table, six chairs, and a chandelier.

11. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
21.2 km from Whale Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (786 reviews)
"friendly staff great location - walking distance to beach and shops easy secure parking"
Australia
Maria
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments
A person sitting by a window with a city view, holding a glass of wine.

12. Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 29.9 km from Whale Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,895 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Sonia
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shangri-La Sydney
A swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by green plants and rocks.

13. Checkers Resort & Conference Centre

Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
3.5 star property
14.3 km from Whale Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (747 reviews)
"Hassle free check in. Quiet and clean"
Australia
Raymond
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
A room with large windows, a sofa, and two chairs.

14. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG
4.5 star property
21.2 km from Whale Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great breakfast, nice staff and great pool area for adults and children"
Australia
Theresa
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and condiments, arranged on a long counter with overhead lighting.

15. Mercure Sydney Manly Warringah

Mercure Sydney Manly Warringah
4.0 star property
17.1 km from Whale Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The place was close to where we wanted to be with good access to shops and places to eat."
Australia
Leeanne
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mercure Sydney Manly Warringah
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio. There are lounge chairs and a building with multiple balconies in the background.

16. Galaxy Motel

Galaxy Motel
4.0 star property
20.6 km from Whale Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (967 reviews)
"Great location and clean room !!"
Australia
Graeme
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Galaxy Motel
A wooden barrel-shaped structure with a door, surrounded by outdoor seating and a view of trees and a building in the background.

17. Elysium Manly

Elysium Manly
4.5 star property
Manly, 20.6 km from Whale Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (399 reviews)
"Great location across from beach."
United States
Jenny
The price is AU$386
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Elysium Manly
A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central fire feature, and a view of a city skyline.

18. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
4.5 star property
Mosman, 26.8 km from Whale Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (986 reviews)
"Loved this stay"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is AU$549
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, buildings, and a clear blue sea.

19. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat
4.0 star property
21.6 km from Whale Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (693 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay"
Australia
Keith
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat
A modern bar area with a central bar counter, seating arrangements, and a ceiling design with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

20. Hotel Gosford

Hotel Gosford
3.0 star property
21 km from Whale Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (716 reviews)
"Loved the property and glad that even though bathroom was shared you could access it for yourself still. Check out could do with some more clear instructions however overall a great stay"
Australia
Melina
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Gosford
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Top Whale Beach Hotel Reviews

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel - clean, comfortable beds, lots of amenities in the rooms. The staff were very kind & helpful. Would definitely stay there again!"
Karen 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

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Looking at these ways to get around Whale Beach can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Sydney Airport (SYD), 24.2 mi (39 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 39.9 mi (64.2 km) away: Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI). Whale Beach might not have many public transport choices so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.

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