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Our top choices for Crackneck Lookout hotels

A beach with waves, a rainbow, and clouds.

A building with a sign reading 'The Factory Nougat & Chocolate Central Coast NSW.'

A swimming pool with a view of the ocean and beach.

A building with a red roof and a garden with a hedge maze.

1. Bay House Motel

1.1 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Maryanne

£80

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden deck.

A modern, well-lit room with a wooden bench, a hanging coat rack, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A rocky stream with water flowing over rocks, a white fence, and a tree in the background.

Wicker chairs with checkered cushions and a white brick wall.

2. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.4 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Melissa

£106

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and a tree.

A covered patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with several small, single-story cabins built on a hillside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, and a large window overlooking a deck.

3. Blue Lagoon Beach Resort

1.1 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Dania

£132

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a neatly folded towel.

A building with a 'Welcome' sign, a modern design with a white facade, and a garden area with plants.

A pizza with various toppings being lifted by a hand.

Two bar staff behind a counter with a variety of beer taps and a refrigerator.

4. Bateau Bay Hotel

0.6 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Mark

£60

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

5. Shelly Beach Holiday Park

1.4 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Anjeel

£109

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and metal railing.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, wooden beams, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a painting of a beach scene, and a round mirror.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a wooden vanity. There is a door in the background and a map on the wall.

6. Central Jetty Motel

1.9 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Svetlana

£53

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A bar area with a marble countertop, shelves of liquor bottles, and a patterned floor.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a counter area with a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk with a sink, a chair, and a small table.

7. Encore by Mingara

3.1 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Wendy

£101

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A wooden deck with a white chair and a bottle of wine, a bowl of strawberries, and two glasses of white wine.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore.

A modern room with a large TV, two chairs, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A modern multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with a table and chairs.

8. Ocean Front at The Entrance

3.2 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Karen

£81

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A large building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A large house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond reflecting the structure.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a large window with a view of greenery and buildings.

A window with sheer white curtains, a view of a building, and trees.

9. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

9 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Matt

£82

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A poolside area with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a view of a pool and trees.

A beach with a sandy shore, waves, and a hill with houses in the background.

A covered entrance with a black door, stone steps, and large planters with greenery.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table surrounded by chairs, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

10. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

10.8 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Simon

£308

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A patio area with a stone fountain, a white outdoor seating area, and lush greenery.

A residential house with a garage, surrounded by palm trees and a garden.

11. Tiarri Terrigal

4.5 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Zara

£103

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, buildings, and a clear blue sea.

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A pool area with glass railings, palm trees, and a red-roofed building in the background.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

12. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

4.2 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Je-Ann

£113

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A reception area with a curved reception desk, multiple seating options, and a large potted plant.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a tree branch overhead.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the cityscape and mountains, and a wooden floor.

13. voco Gosford by IHG

8.5 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Kryan

£124

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a window with curtains, a view of the sea, and a small round table with a vase of flowers.

A modern living room with wicker furniture, large windows, and a potted plant.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with beachfront properties, a pier, and clear blue waters.

14. ibis Styles The Entrance

2.6 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Melissa

£73

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a TV on a stand, a desk with drawers, a chair, a dresser, and a large window with curtains.

A landscaped garden with a maze-like hedge design, a wooden signpost, and a gravel path.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including tables and booths.

15. Galaxy Motel

9.6 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Lloyd

£86

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden deck with six wicker bar stools facing a body of water with a clear sky.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and hanging lights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, blue chairs, patterned flooring, and a large aquarium.

16. The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

9.5 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Julie

£122

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A coastal hotel with a beachfront, swimming pool, and multiple buildings.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by large planters with various plants, overlooking a body of water.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of trees and water, and warm lighting.

A modern dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs, large windows with a view of trees, and a green sofa.

17. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

4.3 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Jelena

£146

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A dining area with a round table, six chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a white cabinet. There are plants and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with two blue bar stools.

A coastal residential area with multiple apartment buildings, a central open space, and a view of the sea.

18. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

4.3 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Alexander

£123

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A swimming pool with a brick building in the background, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and a palm tree.

19. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

9 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Brian

£77

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a stone wall, with a sunset in the background.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden floor, a window with a view of greenery, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window providing natural light.

A hotel with a series of rooms arranged in a row, each with a door and a small window.

20. Venus Resort

3 mi from Crackneck Lookout

Mark

£79

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Crackneck Lookout

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bay House Motel	9.8 Exceptional 152 reviews	View
The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel	8.8 Excellent 589 reviews	View
Blue Lagoon Beach Resort	8.8 Excellent 617 reviews	View
Bateau Bay Hotel	7.8 Good 269 reviews	View
Shelly Beach Holiday Park	7.8 Good 178 reviews	View

Top Crackneck Lookout Hotel Reviews

Encore by Mingara

10/10 Excellent

"Good room and close to club facilities"

Ocean Front at The Entrance

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, room had everything we needed. Parking was easy. Would like to stay longer next time."

Shelly Beach Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean friendly staff"

Central Jetty Motel

8/10 Good

"The Motel is on a convenient location, close to the shopping center, park and bus station, with beautiful swimming pool and surroundings, specious room with a balcony, The property manager was very helpful, we had an issue with TV remote, which was sorted out promptly. Overall - very pleasant experience."

Bateau Bay Hotel

8/10 Good

"I missed not having face cloths in the bathroom. Also light from the outside security light came in through the side of blind at night which disturbed our sleep. The room was very clean & beds were comfortable. Parking availability was excellent & noise from the hotel was minimal. Would definitely stay again."

ibis Styles The Entrance

8/10 Good

"The room was clean; however, it could benefit from better maintenance, particularly in the bathroom."

Shelly Beach House - Relaxed 1950s Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to spend time with family or friends. We also brought our dog and it was very suitable. House is close to a lookout of the beach and the beach is about a 10 minute walk away. House is cold in the winter, but the heater provided was great."

Bay House Motel

8/10 Good

"Such a clean room with lovely fluffy towels. Only had a very limited selection on TV. Foxtel only. The room was small for the price."

Cozy House in Forresters Beach - modern interiors

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved our stay here. Great location, walking distance to the beach and central to everything. Great holiday!"

Other attractions near Crackneck Lookout

Bateau Bay Beach

9.2/10 (51 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bateau Bay Beach during your trip to Bateau Bay? Visit the spas and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Wandella Avenue Reserve

8.0/10 (17 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wandella Avenue Reserve, a lovely green space in Bateau Bay. Visit the spas and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Ventura Avenue Reserve

8.0/10 (16 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ventura Avenue Reserve, a lovely green space in Bateau Bay. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Pacific View Street Reserve

8.0/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Pacific View Street Reserve, a lovely green space in Forresters Beach. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

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Peter Clifford Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Peter Clifford Reserve, a lovely green space in Shelly Beach.

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Forrester's Beach

8.8/10 (30 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Forrester's Beach during your trip to Forresters Beach? Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

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Lavinia Street Reserve

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lavinia Street Reserve, a lovely green space in Forresters Beach. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Crackneck Lookout?

Crackneck Lookout is located in a welcoming area of Bateau Bay known for its charming cafes and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Crackneck Lookout?

Located a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Crackneck Lookout, Bateau Bay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options within 5 miles include Blue Lagoon Beach Resort and Encore by Mingara.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Crackneck Lookout?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Crackneck Lookout.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Crackneck Lookout, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Crackneck Lookout.

What can I see and do near Crackneck Lookout?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around The Entrance Ocean Baths, Pacific View Street Reserve and Terrigal Lagoon Wetland. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Toowoon Bay Beach, Blue Bay Beach and Wamberal Beach. You can enjoy nature at Entrance Beach, Terrigal Lagoon or Terrigal Beach.

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Our top choices for Crackneck Lookout hotels

1. Bay House Motel

2. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3. Blue Lagoon Beach Resort

4. Bateau Bay Hotel

5. Shelly Beach Holiday Park

6. Central Jetty Motel

7. Encore by Mingara

8. Ocean Front at The Entrance

9. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

10. Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

11. Tiarri Terrigal

12. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

13. voco Gosford by IHG

14. ibis Styles The Entrance

15. Galaxy Motel

16. The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

17. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

18. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

19. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

20. Venus Resort

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Top Crackneck Lookout Hotel Reviews

Encore by Mingara

Ocean Front at The Entrance

Shelly Beach Holiday Park

Central Jetty Motel

Bateau Bay Hotel

ibis Styles The Entrance

Shelly Beach House - Relaxed 1950s Beach House

Bay House Motel

Cozy House in Forresters Beach - modern interiors

Other attractions near Crackneck Lookout

Bateau Bay Beach

Wandella Avenue Reserve

Ventura Avenue Reserve

Pacific View Street Reserve

Peter Clifford Reserve

Forrester's Beach

Lavinia Street Reserve

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