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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a vehicle parked under a structure.

A spacious lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand staircase, and a balcony with ornate railings.

A spacious lobby with a central wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a patterned floor.

A narrow alleyway with ornate wooden railings and brick walls, leading to a gated area with lush greenery.

1. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

1.8 km from Lobster Beach

Lewis

SAR 383

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

A terrace with chairs overlooking a body of water with boats, surrounded by greenery and buildings.

2. Mantra Ettalong Beach

1.9 km from Lobster Beach

Alan

SAR 544

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious bar area with high stools, a long counter, and a well-lit ceiling with industrial-style lighting fixtures.

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

An aerial view of a skate park with various ramps and a basketball court, surrounded by trees and a road.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

2.1 km from Lobster Beach

Cynthia

SAR 329

SAR 362 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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.

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

4. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

5.7 km from Lobster Beach

Anne

SAR 400

SAR 440 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 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 hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with a view of palm trees.

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

5. Galaxy Motel

11.5 km from Lobster Beach

Lloyd

SAR 377

SAR 418 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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.

6. voco Gosford by IHG

11.6 km from Lobster Beach

Kryan

SAR 617

SAR 617 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, two sofas, and a TV.

7. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

13.4 km from Lobster Beach

Je-Ann

SAR 565

SAR 622 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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.

8. Ashwood Motel

11.7 km from Lobster Beach

Shane

SAR 306

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 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 lush garden with a variety of plants and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a small potted plant.

9. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

11.6 km from Lobster Beach

Brian

SAR 339

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with a paved walkway, trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A street with a building featuring a staircase and a garden with palm trees.

10. Gosford Inn Motel

15.5 km from Lobster Beach

Serena

SAR 202

SAR 300 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An aerial view of a beach with clear water, several kayaks, and people.

An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a covered patio with a view of the surrounding landscape, and a building with large windows and a porch.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, green leather sofas, wooden dining table, and a bookshelf.

A kangaroo on a dirt path near a building with a porch and a palm tree.

11. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

11.9 km from Lobster Beach

KIM SONG

SAR 272

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs, a red wall, and potted plants.

A hallway with a chandelier, a glass display case with plants, and a reception desk with a 'OPEN' sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

12. Brooklyn Motel

10.8 km from Lobster Beach

Wayne

SAR 660

SAR 726 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

13.3 km from Lobster Beach

Jelena

SAR 650

SAR 715 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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.

14. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

17.9 km from Lobster Beach

Melissa

SAR 406

SAR 447 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a mirror, and a lamp.

15. Copacabana Shores

9.5 km from Lobster Beach

David

SAR 392

SAR 432 total

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

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

A modern building with a grey facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

16. Ibis Budget Gosford

11.6 km from Lobster Beach

Flora

SAR 351

SAR 351 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

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

17. Hotel Gosford

11.8 km from Lobster Beach

Andrew

SAR 240

SAR 266 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A coastal town with a view of the sea, surrounded by dense greenery and hills.

A living room with a television, sofa, and a coffee table.

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

A modern hotel reception with a glass entrance, a signboard, and a statue.

18. Bella Vista Motel

11.4 km from Lobster Beach

Mel

SAR 296

SAR 325 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A terrace with wicker chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats.

A swimming pool with a view of a marina and boats.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a hanging pendant light.

A dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows offering a view of a coastal landscape.

19. Silkari Mirage Newport

14.6 km from Lobster Beach

Seema

SAR 507

SAR 558 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lobster Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort	8.4 Very good 999 reviews	View
Mantra Ettalong Beach	8.4 Very good 2,586 reviews	View
Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel	8.0 Very good 405 reviews	View
Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast	9.6 Exceptional 66 reviews	View
Galaxy Motel	9.0 Wonderful 962 reviews	View

Top Lobster Beach Hotel Reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Will definitely be back at Ettalong Beach and stay here, beautiful spot, plenty of great food and coffee around especially Amalfi Restaurant. Plenty to do around the area as well if you love the outdoors"

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

8/10 Good

"We really enjoyed our stay at Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort. The resort is beautiful, with a lovely design and atmosphere. Our room was very comfortable and a good size for three people. We especially loved the balcony, which made the room feel very pleasant, and the air conditioning worked very well. One disappointment was the lack of a general lift. The only lift seemed to be for guests with accessibility needs. I completely understand the need for an accessible lift, but having at least one lift for general guests would be helpful, especially for people arriving with luggage. The pool was also extremely cold and basically unusable. We had been warned it was cold, but it was much colder than expected, and several children were visibly shivering. The spa was not working either and was also very cold. Interestingly, the ocean was much warmer that same day. We loved the Galleria downstairs. There is a great variety of restaurants, cafés and interesting shops, and we spent most of a rainy day there without getting bored. However, many shops closed around 2–3 pm. We were also very surprised that on Monday morning absolutely everything in the Galleria was closed, including restaurants, cafés, the bakery, ice cream shop and shops. Reception told us most venues close during weekdays and mainly open on weekends. This wasn’t clear on the website and would be important information for guests, especially families visiting during school holidays. We also really enjoyed the cinema,"

Ettalong Beach Studio at Palm Beach ferry stop

10/10 Excellent

"This is great value short term accommodation for singles or couples. The unit is located in a converted shop/store; with just a short walk to Palm Beach Ferry Wharf and the water's edge. There is a nice coffee shop about a block up the road. The bed is super comfy!! All linen was provided and fresh and clean.Our host, Irmgard was absolutely lovely, and accommodating to our needs. I would have no hesitation staying at Irmgard's place again."

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This place is a great way to stay in the heart of the central coast . Beautiful beaches walking distance , great coffees at quirky cafes . A lovely room , dinner if you wish . Don’t want to recommend too much , might become popular!"

Footsteps to the Bay by HolidayCo.

8/10 Good

"Great waterfront property with lovely views. Our group of 8 ladies really enjoyed our weekend! Clean, great kitchen utensils/appliances, 2 kitchens, 3 bathrooms. Nice flat walk along the waterfront & jetty. Can do a more strenuous walk up & over the hill to Lobster Beach."

Pet Friendly, stroll to beach,cafes & restaurants

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my stay here. The property is very spacious and would be particularly well suited to a family or larger group, with plenty of room to spread out. It was also a good property for travelling with dogs.I was working during part of my stay and found it very comfortable for working from home, with desk space to set myself up properly.One thing prospective guests should be aware of is that there is currently construction taking place immediately next door. It was reasonably quiet during my stay, with only a couple of builders working on site, although there was some construction noise at times. As building activity can obviously change, I would suggest asking about the current stage of the works when booking if daytime noise is important to you.Overall, a spacious and comfortable property, particularly suitable for larger groups, people travelling with dogs, or anyone needing space to work while away."

Charming Cottage Retreat by HolidayCo.

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this cottage - beautiful location and a great view. I could hear the ocean and the birds. Killcare is such a lovely spot - will definitely be back"

Atlas - House for all seasons, spa with ocean views and cozy fireplace

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house in a stunning location."

The Pelicans Nest by HolidayCo.

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and cosy small accommodation. Great how space has been used so efficiently with much attention to detail and design. Excellent for 2 people."

Other attractions near Lobster Beach

Anderson's Marina

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Booker Bay with a trip to Anderson's Marina.

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Turo Reserve

7.6/10 (55 reviews)

Turo Reserve is just one of the places to see in Pretty Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

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Como Parade Bush Reserve

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Como Parade Bush Reserve, a lovely green space in Pretty Beach. Wander the marina and parks while you're in the area.

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Pretty Beach Harbour

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Pretty Beach with a trip to Pretty Beach Harbour. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

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Iron Ladder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Iron Ladder Beach during your trip to Box Head? Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Little Tallow Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Little Tallow Beach during your trip to Tallow Beach?

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Tallow Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tallow Beach during your trip to Tallow Beach?

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Ettalong Wharf

8.8/10 (36 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Ettalong Beach with a trip to Ettalong Wharf. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lobster Beach?

Lobster Beach is located in Box Head. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 60 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Lobster Beach?

Mantra Ettalong Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lobster Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort and Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Lobster Beach?

Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lobster Beach.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Lobster Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lobster Beach?

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What can I see and do near Lobster Beach?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Umina Recreation Centre, Bouddi National Park, or Belrose Place Bush Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Ettalong Beach, Ocean Beach, and Putty Beach. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Peninsula Leisure Center, Crommelin Native Arboretum, and Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve.

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Our top choices for Lobster Beach hotels

1. Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

2. Mantra Ettalong Beach

3. Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

4. Mary MacKillop Centre Central Coast

5. Galaxy Motel

6. voco Gosford by IHG

7. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

8. Ashwood Motel

9. Gosford Palms Motor Inn

10. Gosford Inn Motel

11. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

12. Brooklyn Motel

13. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific by IHG

14. The Quarters, an Ascend Collection Hotel

15. Copacabana Shores

16. Ibis Budget Gosford

17. Hotel Gosford

18. Bella Vista Motel

19. Silkari Mirage Newport

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Top Lobster Beach Hotel Reviews

Mantra Ettalong Beach

Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort

Ettalong Beach Studio at Palm Beach ferry stop

Nightcap at Ocean Beach Hotel

Footsteps to the Bay by HolidayCo.

Pet Friendly, stroll to beach,cafes & restaurants

Charming Cottage Retreat by HolidayCo.

Atlas - House for all seasons, spa with ocean views and cozy fireplace

The Pelicans Nest by HolidayCo.

Other attractions near Lobster Beach

Anderson's Marina

Turo Reserve

Como Parade Bush Reserve

Pretty Beach Harbour

Iron Ladder Beach

Little Tallow Beach

Tallow Beach

Ettalong Wharf

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