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Featured Hostels in Port Macquarie

Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers - YHA

36 Waugh St, Port Macquarie, NSW

Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay

Situated near the airport, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Woregore Nature Reserve, Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed and Kooloonbung ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (11 reviews)

"Cute and quirky. Only stayed 1 night but wouldn’t loved to have stayed longer. Staff were polite and helpful."…"

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2020

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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ibis Styles Port Macquarie

1 Stewart Street, Port Macquarie, NSW

4/5Very Good! (986 reviews)

"Clean and friendly staffs, easy check out. Hotel location is good, parking is easy. Very nice experience."…"

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2021

Rydges Port Macquarie

1 Hay Street, Port Macquarie, NSW

4/5Very Good! (985 reviews)

"The location was fantastic Staff were polite and helpful. The room that i had booked was 2 queen beds. The size of the room was great. The only negative thing i would say is the furniture needs an update especially those couches in the room, and housekeeping was ok, expecting the rooms to be cleaned ..."…"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2021

Sails Port Macquarie - By Rydges

20 Park Street, Port Macquarie, NSW

4.2/5Excellent! (994 reviews)

"Terrific place Close to everything Fabulous staff"…"

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2021

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

What Is a Hostel?

If you're searching for low-cost places to stay in Port Macquarie, a hostel could be a great option. No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodation options all offer the following:

Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
Budget prices
A social atmosphere

Hostels are a great way to stay in Port Macquarie for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. The beaches create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the waterfront.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Port Macquarie?

The weather can be important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate:

The hottest months are typically January and February, while July and August are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 28° C and night-time temperatures average 15° C
April-June: 25° C is the daytime average and 7° C is the night-time average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 23° C and night-time averages are around 6° C
October-December: The average temperatures are 28° C during the day and 10° C at night
Average rainfall is 37 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Port Macquarie?

Depending on your interests, you might like these places to visit:

Natural Features

Kooloonbung Creek Nature Park
Macquarie Nature Reserve
Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory

Cultural Attractions

Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed
Glasshouse Cultural Centre
Port Macquarie Museum

Additional Attractions

Douglas Vale Historic Homestead & Vineyard
St Thomas Anglican Church
Port Macquarie Courthouse

Overall, Port Macquarie is known for its:

Beaches
Rainforest
Whale watching
Surfing
Wineries

How to Get to Port Macquarie and Around the Area

You can find the closest airport in Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ), 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Taree, NSW (TRO), situated 38.5 mi (61.9 km) away.

Frequently asked questions

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about the waterfront and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like surfing.

No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social environment.

While you’re deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Port Macquarie: Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers - YHA - Property features include free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Port Macquarie is 1057 inches.

Depending on your interests, you might like to discover the area around Port Macquarie. Get out into nature with places such as Town Beach, Nobbys Beach and Lighthouse Beach. Cultural attractions include Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed, Glasshouse Cultural Centre and Port Macquarie Museum. Visit landmarks such as Roto House, Tacking Point Lighthouse and Lake Innes Ruins.

Keep this information about transit options in Port Macquarie in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ), located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. An alternative is Taree, NSW (TRO), which is 38.5 mi (61.9 km) away.

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