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A modern building with a "VOCO" sign, featuring multiple floors and large windows, situated in an urban area with visible streets and buildings.

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

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

1. voco Gosford by IHG

0.4 mi from Drifters Wharf

Kryan

£124

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including tables and booths.

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

2. Galaxy Motel

1.1 mi from Drifters Wharf

Lloyd

£87

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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.

3. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

0.6 mi from Drifters Wharf

Brian

£77

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, an air conditioner, a window with curtains, a nightstand, a drawer, and a painting on the wall.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and lush greenery in the foreground.

A building with a beige exterior, large windows with curtains, and a number '123' on the door. There are potted plants in front of the building.

A serene garden with a pond, a wooden bridge, and a gazebo.

4. Ashwood Motel

1.2 mi from Drifters Wharf

Shane

£70

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A row of hotel rooms with metal railings, a concrete pathway, and green plants along the side.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a door with a mirror, and a small bedside table.

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and a chalkboard sign.

A reception desk with a sign reading "ibis budget," a security camera above, and an exit sign.

5. Ibis Budget Gosford

0.9 mi from Drifters Wharf

Flora

£72

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A covered outdoor swimming pool with a glass roof, a hot tub, and outdoor seating.

A gym with exercise equipment, white chairs, and a large plant.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, well-maintained landscaping, and a brick facade.

A bar area with wooden stools, a counter with bottles, and a hanging plant.

6. The Select Inn Gosford

1.9 mi from Drifters Wharf

Susie

£85

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern bar area with a central bar counter, seating arrangements, and a ceiling design with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a brick wall with a kitchen in the background.

A wooden staircase with a geometric patterned wall in the background.

7. Hotel Gosford

0.5 mi from Drifters Wharf

Andrew

£55

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

A close-up of a person's feet in water, indicating a swimming pool.

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

8. Encore by Mingara

7.7 mi from Drifters Wharf

Wendy

£101

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A beach with waves, a rainbow, and clouds.

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

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

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

9. Bay House Motel

9.1 mi from Drifters Wharf

Maryanne

£82

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

A view through a doorway to an outdoor patio area with a round table and a chair, surrounded by a wooden railing.

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.

10. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

4.4 mi from Drifters Wharf

Matt

£82

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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 hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a view of the ocean, and a balcony with a curved railing.

11. Ocean Front at The Entrance

11 mi from Drifters Wharf

Karen

£81

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

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.

12. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

5.6 mi from Drifters Wharf

Je-Ann

£114

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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 hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea at sunset.

13. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

6.2 mi from Drifters Wharf

Jelena

£146

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and seating area with white wicker furniture.

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

14. ibis Styles The Entrance

9.9 mi from Drifters Wharf

Melissa

£73

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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.

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

15. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

6.3 mi from Drifters Wharf

Alexander

£125

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and large windows with sheer curtains.

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.

16. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

7.4 mi from Drifters Wharf

Melissa

£94

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

17. Venus Resort

10.4 mi from Drifters Wharf

Mark

£81

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A two-story house with a sign reading "Coracagna Shares" on the front.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by a white fence and a two-story building with balconies.

A poolside area with a dining table set for four, a covered seating area, and a two-story building with balconies in the background.

A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a distant hill.

18. Copacabana Shores

6.6 mi from Drifters Wharf

David

£89

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lakeside hotel with a beach, swimming area, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A long dining table with white tablecloths, black chairs, and floral centerpieces. A neon sign on the wall reads "I Was always you."

A lakeside hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and a calm lake reflecting the structures.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden door, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

19. The Clan Terrigal

5.9 mi from Drifters Wharf

STEPHEN

£111

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A large hotel with a central courtyard and multiple balconies, surrounded by a residential area and a beach.

A multi-story hotel with a central swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

A coastal area with a small island surrounded by calm waters. Several boats are anchored near the shore.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs visible through an open door.

20. Mantra Ettalong Beach

5.7 mi from Drifters Wharf

Alan

£111

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Drifters Wharf

Property	Property class	Guest rating
voco Gosford by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 56 reviews	View
Galaxy Motel	9.0 Wonderful 961 reviews	View
Gosford Palms Motor Inn	8.8 Excellent 684 reviews	View
Ashwood Motel	8.4 Very good 681 reviews	View
Ibis Budget Gosford	8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Drifters Wharf Hotel Reviews

Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely, old fashioned, community living in beautiful, serene surroundings. Great value. We loved our stay."

Gosford Palms Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"A top little spot to stay."

Galaxy Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Place was great, the Mrs loved the club being"

Mantra Ettalong Beach

8/10 Good

"Great location"

The Select Inn Gosford

8/10 Good

"Bed was so comfortable and room clean"

Hotel Gosford

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Outdoor pool very nice, ocean views very good."

voco Gosford by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing stay at Voco. The hotel was immaculately clean from the lobby, to the hallways and inside the rooms. The rooms were modern and spacious. The bathroom was huge and luxurious. We stay in a lot of hotels and this is of of the best yet."

Ibis Budget Gosford

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and clean. Enjoyed the maccas view at night. It was good."

Other attractions near Drifters Wharf

Central Coast Stadium

8.0/10 (39 reviews)

Catch an event at Central Coast Stadium during your trip to Gosford. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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John Whiteway Drive Bush Reserve

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at John Whiteway Drive Bush Reserve, a lovely green space in Gosford. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Carawah Reserve

7.6/10 (24 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Carawah Reserve, a lovely green space in West Gosford. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Waterview Park

8.0/10 (32 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Waterview Park, a lovely green space in West Gosford. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Phyllis Lovell Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Phyllis Lovell Reserve, a lovely green space in East Gosford. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Gosford Regional Gallery

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Gosford Regional Gallery during your trip to East Gosford. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this relaxing area.

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Gosford Golf Course

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Gosford at Gosford Golf Course. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this relaxing area.

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The Entertainment Grounds

8.2/10 (70 reviews)

You can take time to visit The Entertainment Grounds during your travels to West Gosford. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its charming cafes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Drifters Wharf?

Drifters Wharf is located in Gosford. Travellers like the surrounding area for its bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 18 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Drifters Wharf?

Hotel Gosford is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Drifters Wharf. Other good choices close by include voco Gosford by IHG and Gosford Palms Motor Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Drifters Wharf?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Drifters Wharf.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Drifters Wharf.

What can I see and do near Drifters Wharf?

Learn about local history at Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum and Bulgandry Aboriginal Engraving Site. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Oakglen Road Reserve, John Whiteway Drive Bush Reserve and Carawah Reserve. Create some family memories at Australian Reptile Park and Peninsula Leisure Center.

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Our top choices for Drifters Wharf hotels

1. voco Gosford by IHG

2. Galaxy Motel

3. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

4. Ashwood Motel

5. Ibis Budget Gosford

6. The Select Inn Gosford

7. Hotel Gosford

8. Encore by Mingara

9. Bay House Motel

10. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

11. Ocean Front at The Entrance

12. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

13. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

14. ibis Styles The Entrance

15. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments

16. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

17. Venus Resort

18. Copacabana Shores

19. The Clan Terrigal

20. Mantra Ettalong Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Drifters Wharf

Top Drifters Wharf Hotel Reviews

Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

Gosford Palms Motor Inn

Galaxy Motel

Mantra Ettalong Beach

The Select Inn Gosford

Hotel Gosford

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

voco Gosford by IHG

Ibis Budget Gosford

Other attractions near Drifters Wharf

Central Coast Stadium

John Whiteway Drive Bush Reserve

Carawah Reserve

Waterview Park

Phyllis Lovell Reserve

Gosford Regional Gallery

Gosford Golf Course

The Entertainment Grounds

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