Avoca Beach

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Avoca Beach showing a bay or harbor, surf and a beach
Check the surf, peruse waterfront markets and art galleries or explore pretty lagoons, lakes and hinterland wilderness at this popular beachside retreat.

Hugging the shores of Avoca Lake and the Central Coast, Avoca Beach is a town with plenty of waterfront appeal. Enjoy a relaxing getaway or an exciting family vacation with Avoca Beach’s ideal golden sands, surf breaks, wooded hillsides and cozy village. Stretching south to Macmasters Beach, the Avoca Beach coastline features hiking trails and scenic headlands.

Visit the town’s namesake, Avoca Beach, for a day of seaside fun. The beach stretches over 1 mile (2 kilometers) between two rocky bluffs studded with tall Norfolk Island pines. Its surf break ranges from gentle waves for novices to powerful barrels for more experienced surfers. Swim and play in the waves under the watch of the surf lifeguards who patrol the southern section of the beach. Near the rocky southern platform, explore tide pools overlooked by the historic surf lifesaving club. Check out the different sea critters living amid swirling seaweed and hollowed rocks. You can also rent kayaks, aquabikes and other watercraft at the beach.

Stroll along the esplanade and stop at waterfront cafés, restaurants, galleries and boutiques. The Beachside Market is held here on the fourth Sunday of the month. Take a break from the beach and see a film at the historic Avoca Beach Picture Theatre.

Behind the beach, find the still waters of Avoca Lake and the Aquafun water park. This pretty expanse is great for bird-watching walks and picnics. Follow other scenic walking trails on the rocky headlands at the southern end of the beach. Investigate Captain Cook Lookout and breathtaking bush trails along the Mount Bouddi Walking Track.

Avoca Beach is a popular Central Coast getaway, about a 1.5-hour drive north from Sydney or south from Newcastle. It has a wide selection of accommodations, including relaxing retreats. Reach the town via train arriving at Gosford station, 10 miles (16 kilometers) away. Be charmed by Avoca Beach’s laid-back atmosphere at any time of year.

Avoca Beach Hotel
Avoca Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
360 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach, NSW
The price is P5,163 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
P5,163
P5,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this 3-star motel in Avoca Beach. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (414 reviews)
"Our stay was quiet, loved that there was a nice bistro on the property. The grounds were good. Room was clean, bathroom a bit small. Overall, a good place."

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024

Avoca Beach Hotel
Waterview Gosford Motor Inn
Waterview Gosford Motor Inn
3 out of 5
23 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford, NSW
Fully refundable
The price is P4,359 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
P4,359
P4,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Stay at this motel in West Gosford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (936 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful receptionist, clean and comfortable room, easy parking."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

Waterview Gosford Motor Inn
Mantra Ettalong Beach
Mantra Ettalong Beach
4 out of 5
53-54 The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, NSW
The price is P6,845 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P6,845
P6,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Ettalong Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 20 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,299 reviews)
"Great location within walkable distance to the ferry wharf. Beautiful beach across the road from the hotel."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

Mantra Ettalong Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mantra Ettalong Beach
Mantra Ettalong Beach
4 out of 5
53-54 The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, NSW
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Ettalong Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 20 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,299 reviews)
"Great location within walkable distance to the ferry wharf. Beautiful beach across the road from the hotel."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

Mantra Ettalong Beach
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,351 reviews)
"The staff Communicate well and the room is what we really need."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,212 reviews)
"It was a perfect spot for a little getaway"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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