Macau’s not just a casino stopover – it’s a sensory mash-up that rewrites what a city stay can be. One foot in Portugal, the other in southern China, this pocket-sized spot fuses pastel-fronted streets, incense-thick temples and sky-high resort towers into something seriously memorable. 

One minute you’re elbow-deep in almond cookies in Taipa, the next you’re floating above Cotai’s neon strip in a rooftop infinity pool. And when the glitter fades? You’ve got slow-lane Coloane beaches, tiled churches, and the soft clang of temple bells. Whether you’re here to splash out or dig deeper, Macau has a hotel for it.

Where to stay in Macau

• Cotai Strip: Big-name casinos, skyline views and sprawling hotel complexes - this is Macau’s glitzy playground. Great if you want resort-style living, easy entertainment, and Macau turned all the way up. 
• Taipa: Think of tiled Portuguese alleys, sweet-smelling almond cookie shops, and European facades now housing indie cafés. Stay here for a softer landing, minutes from Cotai.
• Macau Peninsula: This is the city’s storybook core, with cobbled squares, temples trailing incense, and pastel-fronted buildings that belong on a postcard. Perfect for first-timers and culture lovers.
• Coloane: Swap bright lights for beachside mornings and seafood lunches. This slower-paced pocket is for travellers who would like their Macau with a hearty side of nature. 

How much are Macau hotels?

You don’t need high-roller chips to check in around here. Macau offers real bang for your buck – from boutique guesthouses tucked into old Taipa streets to mega-hotels with infinity pools and neon views. Prices can spike around Golden Week or Lunar New Year, but most of the year? There’s a sweet stay with your name on it. Just fire up the filters on Traveloka and you’re halfway there.

• Hostels: From AU$40 per night. Solid for solo wanderers and budget-backpack types after local tips, chasing city vibes and wanting as late checkouts as possible.
• Budget inns and guesthouses: From AU$80 per night. Private rooms with personality, solid aircon, and front doors that are close to the good stuff
• Mid-range hotels: From AU$110 per night. Big beds, better breakfasts, and the kind of rooftop bar you’ll be posting about.
• Luxury hotels: From AU$250 per night. Think skyline views, spa access, and room service that arrives faster than you can say pastel de nata.

Top-rated hotels in Macau

• Studio City Macau: A Hollywood-themed resort on Cotai with the world’s first figure‑8 Ferris wheel, indoor/outdoor waterpark, Zensa Spa and multiple Michelin-worthy restaurants
• W Macau - Studio City: Sleek, glamorous rooms; birthday upgrades; 24‑hour service, spa, sauna, steam room and easy shuttle access to the ferry pier 
• Mandarin Oriental, Macau: Macau’s only non‑gaming luxury option, perched above Nam Van Lake. A tranquil, high-end escape with 213 rooms and elegant serviced apartments 
• Morpheus: Zaha Hadid’s neo‑futurist masterpiece at City of Dreams offers a rooftop pool, in‑house art gallery, multi‑Michelin dining and two‑storey sky villas with private pools.

Tips for finding the perfect accommodation in Macau

• Filter for your vibe: Fancy a casino tower, boutique B&B or beachfront bolthole? Our filters help you sort by location, price, and non-negotiables (hello, breakfast).
• Dodge the crowds: Chinese New Year and Golden Week sees the cost of a night’s stay soar. Aim for shoulder seasons like May–June or Sept–Oct instead, to avoid price spikes and mega queues at A-Ma Temple.
• Dig into reviews: Look beyond the stars. You will probably find that the best stays in Macau are little-known guesthouses or boutique hotels in Taipa or Coloane, with a generous side serving of local character.
• Location is everything: Want Cotai’s glitz? Go central. After old-town charm? Taipa and the Peninsula have your back.