Port Macquarie Hotel

Overview of Port Macquarie Hotel

Port Macquarie Hotel sits at 8 Horton Street in the heart of Port Macquarie, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, a short walk from Port Central Shopping Centre and about five minutes from Town Beach, according to the property's official website. What sets it apart from the town's motels and apartment blocks is its history: the official site describes it as a heritage-listed pub, established in 1939, and calls it the area's most iconic and longstanding pub. Guests are not checking into a purpose-built hotel tower, but into the upstairs accommodation of a working local pub that has been part of the town's social life for generations.

Traveloka's listing data adds a more recent layer to that story. It records a build year of 1973 for the property and a last renovation in 2021, so the hotel as guests see it today combines a long-running pub name with a building that has been updated within the last few years.

The property is a 3-star hotel with 16 rooms in total, a figure that matches both Traveloka's listing and the official website's description of "16 comfortable hotel rooms". That small scale is part of the appeal. This is a pub-with-rooms stay rather than a resort, suited to travellers who want a central base, a bistro meal downstairs and an easy walk to the shops and the waterfront, rather than an extensive list of leisure facilities.

The official site also notes that the hotel is a member of Pub Rooms, a network of pub accommodation in Australia, and highlights the venue's riverside location, its bistro and its bars as the main reasons locals and visitors stop by.

Room Types at Port Macquarie Hotel

The official website lists single, double, twin and triple configurations across its 16 rooms, split between rooms with a private ensuite and rooms that share bathroom facilities. Accommodation is for guests over 18, which lines up with the 18-plus minimum check-in age shown in Traveloka's policy data.

Twin Room (Ensuite)

The ensuite twin room has two single beds and sleeps up to two guests, with a private ensuite bathroom, according to the official site. It suits two colleagues or friends who prefer separate beds while keeping a bathroom to themselves.

Double Room (Ensuite)

The ensuite double room has one double bed for two guests and an ensuite with a shower. It is the natural choice for couples who want privacy and the convenience of their own bathroom after an evening in the bistro or a day on the coast.

Triple Room (Ensuite)

The ensuite triple room combines one double bed and one single bed for up to three guests, again with a private ensuite. It works well for a small group of adults travelling together, keeping everyone in one room without giving up a private bathroom.

Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

The shared-bathroom double room has one double bed for two guests, with bathroom facilities shared with other guests rather than an ensuite. It is the more pared-back option for travellers who mainly need a comfortable bed in a central location.

Triple Room (Shared Bathroom)

The shared-bathroom triple room has three single beds for up to three guests and uses shared bathroom facilities. It is a practical layout for three adults who each want their own bed.

Across all rooms, the official site lists ceiling fans, wall heaters, bedside tables and toiletries, while Traveloka's in-room facility list includes a shower, a TV and a desk. Guests also have access to a communal kitchen with a fridge, kettle and microwave, per the official site. For the exact features of a specific room, including whether it has its own bathroom, see the room details on the Traveloka listing.

Facilities and Amenities

As a pub hotel, most of Port Macquarie Hotel's facilities are built around food, drink and sport rather than spa or pool amenities. Traveloka's listing data and the official website together confirm the following:

• Restaurant and bar: Traveloka lists a restaurant and records one bar on site; the official website describes a bistro, public bars and a dedicated rugby bar.
• Parking: parking is available, and Traveloka's listing records it as free of charge.
• WiFi: WiFi is available in public areas, according to Traveloka's facility list.
• Air conditioning: listed under general facilities on Traveloka; the official site mentions ceiling fans and wall heaters in the rooms.
• Communal kitchen: a shared kitchen with a fridge, kettle and microwave, per the official site.
• Bottle shop: the official site features the hotel's own bottle shop.
• Nearby services: Traveloka lists ATM and banking facilities nearby.

The official site describes the venue as Port Macquarie's home of live sports screenings, with screens showing sport and racing from within Australia and beyond, as well as a VIP lounge and an outdoor sports bar and beer garden.

A few things are worth knowing in advance. Traveloka's data shows that room service is not available and that the property does not offer airport transfers, so plan your own arrival and meals accordingly. Smoking is prohibited throughout the accommodation, pets are not allowed, and a minimum charge applies for extra cleaning or damage, as set out in the listing's additional policy. The listing also carries a note on stays by local guests, so read the full policy section before booking.

Location and Getting There

Horton Street is one of the main streets of central Port Macquarie, and the hotel's address places guests within walking distance of the town's shops, cafes and waterfront. The official site highlights three nearby reference points:

• Port Central Shopping Centre: described as a short stroll from the hotel.
• Town Beach: about five minutes away, according to the official site.
• The river: the official site refers to the hotel's riverside location, close to the town's waterfront.

Port Macquarie sits on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, between Sydney and the Queensland border, and is a popular stop on coastal road trips. Most visitors from Singapore travel via Sydney, then continue north by road or on a domestic connection; you can compare options when you book flights to New South Wales on Traveloka. Because Traveloka's data shows no airport transfer service at this property, arrange a taxi, rideshare or hire car for the final leg.

Drivers will appreciate the on-site parking, recorded as free on Traveloka's listing, which makes the hotel a convenient overnight base when exploring the surrounding coast and hinterland by car.

Check-in runs from 14:00 to 22:00 and check-out from 08:00 to 10:00, according to Traveloka's listing. If you expect to arrive late in the evening on a long drive, contact the property in advance through the details on your booking confirmation.

Dining at Port Macquarie Hotel

Dining is the centre of the Port Macquarie Hotel experience. The official website describes the venue as famous for its "honest pub fare", ranging from light snacks to full pub meals, and highlights classics such as a schnitzel or a rump steak. The bistro menu is described as bistro-style meals made with quality, seasonal ingredients from local artisans and producers.

According to the official site, the bistro serves from late morning through to the evening every day, with slightly later closing on Friday and Saturday nights. Opening hours can change, so check the official website or ask at the bar on arrival for the current schedule.

• Bistro: pub meals for lunch and dinner, per the official site.
• Bars: the bars are stocked with beers, wines and spirits, according to the official site, including a rugby bar and public bars.
• Outdoor sports bar and beer garden: highlighted on the official site as a newer addition to the venue.

Because the hotel sits in the town centre, guests also have plenty of choice within walking distance, from cafes near the shopping precinct to restaurants along the waterfront. To round out your trip, you can browse things to do in and around Port Macquarie on Traveloka, such as coastal tours and local attractions.

Why Stay at Port Macquarie Hotel

Port Macquarie Hotel is a good fit for travellers who value character and convenience over resort-style extras. Its strongest points, drawn from Traveloka's listing and the official website, are:

• A genuine local institution: a heritage-listed pub with roots in the town dating back to 1939, per the official site.
• Central address: on Horton Street, a short stroll from Port Central Shopping Centre and about five minutes from Town Beach.
• Dining on the doorstep: a bistro, bars and a beer garden downstairs, so dinner is only a staircase away.
• Free parking: recorded on Traveloka's listing, useful for road-trippers.
• Flexible room layouts: single, double, twin and triple configurations, with ensuite and shared-bathroom options.
• Recently updated premises: Traveloka's listing records the last renovation in 2021.

It is less suited to families with children, because accommodation is for adults, or to travellers who want a pool, gym or room service. Sports fans, couples on a coastal drive and small groups of friends will find it a sociable and well-located base. If you would like to weigh it against other styles of accommodation, you can compare more hotels across Australia on Traveloka.

Tips for Booking Port Macquarie Hotel on Traveloka

1. Choose ensuite or shared bathroom carefully: the hotel offers both, so read the room name and description on the listing before you pay.
2. Bring the right documents: Traveloka's policy data states that guests must present an ID card and a credit card in hard copy at check-in.
3. Remember the age rule: the minimum check-in age is 18, and the official site describes the rooms as being for guests over 18.
4. Plan around check-in and check-out windows: check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00 and check-out from 08:00 to 10:00.
5. Arrange your own transfers: airport transfer is not offered, according to the listing, so book a hire car or taxi in advance.
6. Read the additional policies: smoking is not permitted, pets are not allowed, and a minimum charge applies for extra cleaning or damage; the listing also includes a note about local guests.
7. Book early for big sporting weekends: with only 16 rooms and a busy sports bar downstairs, popular dates can fill quickly.

When you are ready to plan the rest of your trip, start from the Traveloka homepage.

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