| all also offer minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. amenities include free parking. suites add living areas, and some have full kitchens. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. the 8 casual rooms feature flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. overlooking the brisbane water estuary, this down-to-earth motel is a 1-minute walk from the ettalong beach and a 7-minute walk from the ettalong wharf ferry station
Sydney Airport 1 hr 20
Brisbane Water National Park (45 min)
Stunning national park known for its hiking trails, cycling loops & Aboriginal engraving sites. Resolute Beach (1 hr 2) Australian Reptile Park (25 min)
Popular zoo with many species of reptiles, free-roaming kangaroos, shows & hands-on experiences. Broken Bay (14 min)
Picturesque Tasman Sea inlet measuring 5.6 sq. mi. & featuring a small island & historic lighthouse. Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary (30 min)
Wildlife sanctuary with a visitor center & Aboriginal sites offering guided tours & animal feedings. Mona Vale Beach (1 hr 19)
Low-key beach split by a rock platform, with surfing breaks, an ocean swimming pool & picnic areas. Terrigal Beach (22 min)
This popular patrolled city beach features picnic areas, swimming, boating, scuba diving & more. West Head Lookout (1 hr 29)
Sitting spot with dramatic coastal views & a walking path with Aboriginal rock art & carvings. Barrenjoey Lighthouse (1 hr 8)
Built in 1881, this sandstone lighthouse sits at Sydney's northernmost point & offers weekly tours. Bouddi coastal walk (14 min)
Partially boarded hiking track passing rainforest, beaches & picnic spots with coastal views. Putty Beach (12 min) Lion Island (13 min)
Penguins and nature reserve The Skillion (24 min) Pittwater (1 hr 30)
Scenic estuary between a national park & peninsula known for its Aboriginal art & yacht race. Bouddi National Park (11 min)
This 1,532-hectare park features a temperate rainforest, marine habitats & picnic facilities. | 
