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Mantra The Observatory

3.5 star property

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A coastal beach with ocean waves, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a glass wall, and a view of a multi-story building.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean and trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

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Town Beach, 40 William Street, Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444
  • Place, Town Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mid North Coast Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Three Bedroom Apartment Park View

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a painting, and a balcony with a view.

Three Bedroom Apartment Park View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a large window offering a view.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Tower (Courtyard Tower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside lamp, a framed artwork, and a glass door leading to a balcony.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Garden Terrace)

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor balcony.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Garden Terrace)

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

A modern dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a sofa, a television, a small table, and a chair.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Park View

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Park View

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Park View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a view through a sliding glass door, and a painting on the wall.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Park View

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a balcony with a view of trees and the sea, and a painting on the wall.

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside lamp, a window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

One Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Mantra The Observatory

Guests of this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a hot tub and a sauna. Each apartment offers free WiFi, a balcony, and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. A separate tub and shower, an electric kettle, and a hair dryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Mantra The Observatory offers 85 accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

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 Mantra The Observatory's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an indoor pool. Built in 2009, this comfortable aparthotel has 85 apartments on 7 floors. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a balcony in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a balcony, a flat-screen TV, and a separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Dining options include a coffee shop and a restaurant
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, an elevator, and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory and Town Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Mantra The Observatory offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Mantra The Observatory. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Port Macquarie aparthotel is smoke free.

The Other Side - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.
Milkbar Town Beach - This café serves breakfast only. Open daily.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Cot: AUD 10 per night

Restaurants on site

  • Milkbar Town Beach
  • The Other Side

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • 3 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • 85 units
  • Built in 2009
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 18 2026 to September 18 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 2444
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.

Property is also known as

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Mantra The Observatory Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 576 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1056 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay for the long weekend,great location,staff and cleanliness of the property.Will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great position, spacious and clean rooms. Great bslconies. Perfect for an extended family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were very courteous good view close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice view and very spacious apartment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent accommodation and service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pretty much everything you need from an apartment hotel. Clean, spacious, comfortable and most importantly for me a firm bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Absolutely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room, great views staff were so lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great, will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Return guests. Never disappoints. 1st time without kids. Great spot and central from both CBD and Flynn’s Beach (both within walking distance). Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice hotel. We had a balcony overlooking the ocean. Very convenient for the beach. Easy free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a 6th floor full view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice beach viewPool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and just what was required for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Hotel staff not overly friendly or helpful to be honest but the overall location and hotel are lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Large spacious apartment, plenty of storage if staying for extended period, well equipped kitchenette, great undercover Carpark, indoor heated pool, close to Main beach and local bowling club.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Koray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was beautiful. It was perfect falling asleep to the sound of crashing waves and wake up to beautiful water views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheree

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The room was an excellent size and had everything that we needed. Unfortunately the double room was advertised as 2x large double beds, however when we got there one room had a double bed and the other room was 2x singles. We had arrived too late in the afternoon for housekeeping to alter the beds - it may pay to call ahead if you need to confirm the room configurations. Despite the bed mix up, would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and tidy, amenities were great. Walk to the beach. Interconnect rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Positives; Clean, Modern, Updated furnishings. Beds good. Negatives; No remote for 2nd tv. Bathroom tiny. Single lift to top floors.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larysa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place to stay at!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful apartment with lovely view especially with the fully opening glass doors in the lounge room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely room with all you need and separate bedroom. Exceeded expectations Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025