Aparthotel

Smugglers on the Beach

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Apartment, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Aerial view
One Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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36 Sandy Beach Road Korora, Korora, NSW, 2450
  • Place, Solitary Islands Marine Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kororo Nature Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Solitary Island Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 116 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Spa Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Three Bedroom Spa Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 162 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • Garden view
  • 130 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two-Bedroom Accessible Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Smugglers on the Beach

Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a children's pool and barbecue grills. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find an LCD TV with digital channels and a DVD player, and other amenities include free WiFi and a coffee/tea maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Smugglers on the Beach offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Coffs Harbour aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 48-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Smugglers on the Beach's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Solitary Islands Marine Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available. This upscale aparthotel has 16 apartments on 2 floors. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a living room, and an LCD TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court and golf lessons
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Solitary Islands Marine Park and a 4-minute drive from Big Banana Fun Park
Smugglers on the Beach offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Smugglers on the Beach. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Coffs Harbour aparthotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business centre

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Golf lessons
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 16 units
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses some solar energy
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Smugglers Apartment
Smugglers Apartment Beach
Smugglers Beach Apartment Korora
Smugglers Beach Korora
Smugglers on the Beach Korora
Smugglers on the Beach Aparthotel
Smugglers on the Beach Aparthotel Korora

Smugglers on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 614 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 614 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 614 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 614 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 614 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The staff were fantastic...so helpful. The room clean and comfortable and pool area well maintained and accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our stay was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yukari

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very nice to stay in front of the beach

Everything works perfectly, and beds are comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it, clean, comfortable and a lovely lady check me in. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sugeeta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay with kids
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mireille

Liked: Cleanliness
Minimum was there , don’t looking like the picture , under the trees and shadow in the room Overall need love , old at all, but very cleanness
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wondering stay ! Highly recommend to anyone

Excellent accommodation, clean , spacious comfortable rooms with well equipped kitchen , aircon . Quiet location right on the beach ! Wish I could stay longer ! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I have never felt so happy when I discovered it was literally a 100m walk to the beach from the room! Wow!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was great, 2 mins walk to the beach and good communication from the staff, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean polite quick good service nice room and very well stocked
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property walking distance to the beach Very quiet sorroundings Very gentle hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay over a weekend. Friendly staff and great location, close to beaches and the restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room friendly staff and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Keung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clear communication checking in after hours. Would have loved to have stayed longer. Could only hear the birds and ocean, so peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the very friendly and helpful staff Will stay again Thanks sue & Jo for all your help 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Khushdeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place and no issues
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy check in and place was very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful location and nice and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were friendly and very helpful Enjoyed our stay as it was close to the beach and other amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jawad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place with friendly staff. The property is dated but clean and well maintained. It is right next to the beach which the kids absolutely loved. Quite a few things for kids to do including tennis court, pool and board games!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great service. Beautiful Location. Clean

Friendly and helpful service, beautiful location, room was clean and well equipped. We had an amazing stay here. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wet nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Relaxing holiday

Great location - large rooms
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023