The Observatory in Port Macquarie opened 2004 and has been awarded prize after prize for outstanding accommodation and service. The Observatory boasts stunning oceanviews of Port Macquarie's Town beach. Accommodation ranges from self-contained studios and one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses.

With full resort facilities, panoramic ocean and hinterland views, day spa and in-house restaurant... the Observatory is recognised as the premier accommodation in Port Macquarie.

The Observatory is Port Macquarie's ideal as a regional base; all the major attractions and activities are close by. Nearby foreshore walkways meander along secluded beaches, wetlands filled with natural wildlife beg to be explored....and just a 5-10 minute riverside stroll in the other direction is the city centre. If you're an astronomy enthusiast, the Port Macquarie Astronomical Observatory is directly opposite! Or you can explore the European history of one of Australia's oldest regional settlements, where many historic houses, heritage buildings and other sites of interest not only survive, but are easily accessible to history buffs.

Things to Do in Port Macquarie

Perfectly placed on the NSW North Coast midway between Sydney and Brisbane ... Port Macquarie's features wide golden beaches with scenic coastal walkways, bountiful surf breaks and patrolled beaches, high clifftops tumbling to the sea and see whales frolicking beyond the foam. Join fishermen hauling in black bream or swim with dolphins near the Hastings River's mouth ... enjoy a free beachside barbecue or picnic spot on grassy slopes next to the water.

Port Macquarie is historic settlement with modern shops in the centre of town; stroll open air craft markets; wine or dine at a waterfront restraurant; enjoy a boat cruise to sample Hastings River oysters fresh from their salty beds; and move on in to Port Macquarie's evergreen countryside, dotted with koala and other animal enclaves, exciting river and mountain adventures, and charming farms offering home-made cheeses, olives, honey, nuts, vegetables and fruit.

Finding Our Port Macquarie Accommodation

Port Macquarie is approximately 5 hours relaxed drive north of Sydney and situated just off the Pacific Highway, which bypasses Port Macquarie about 10Km to the west. From the Pacific Highway driving north, exit at the sign posted Oxley Highway for Port Macquarie. If you are coming from the north, turn left into Hastings River Drive from the Pacific Highway.

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