Aparthotel

Mantra The Observatory

Property class: 3.5

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

Room options

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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

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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

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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 Twin Beds

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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

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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 Twin Beds

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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 Twin Beds

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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About the neighborhood

Port Macquarie

With a stay at Mantra The Observatory in Port Macquarie (Town Beach), you'll be steps from Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory and Town Beach. .This aparthotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Mid North Coast Maritime Museum and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Town Beach Lookout.
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What's nearby

  • Town Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mid North Coast Maritime Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glasshouse Cultural Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Flynns Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Wauchope Station - 20 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hill Street Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Breakwall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little Shack - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Breakwall HQ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Port Macquarie Golf Club - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Mantra The Observatory

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.

Stay in one of 85 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Stop by the aparthotel's restaurant, The Other Side, for lunch or dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
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 transportation

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

Family friendly

  • Crib: 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

  • Bed sheets 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

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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
Minors may not be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests may be required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorization upon arrival.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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)
Property Registration Number 2444

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Mantra The Observatory Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1068 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1068 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1068 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1068 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1068 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay close to club and shops
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice room, nice location, easy access to beach and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stay and good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, modern, terrific view, convenient to everything & nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great apartment with lovely views
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It’s not meant to be a smoking room, but it definitely smells like people smoke in side, or at least on the inclosed varandah. Was neat but had a cheap motel feel with the smoke feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable. Quiet. Good location. Nice view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean room, ample parking, great location. Lovely pool. Spa wasn't working unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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