| other amenities include laundry facilities and bbq grills, plus conference space. a breakfast buffet is available for a surcharge. parking is free. a 2-minute walk from the beach, this unpretentious, tudorstyle hotel overlooking terrigal lagoon is 11 km from central coast stadium. airy rooms offer paid wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. some add terraces and water views. check-in time: 1:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Sydney Airport 1 hr 24
Aquafun Avoca Lake (12 min) West Head Lookout (1 hr 32)
Sitting spot with dramatic coastal views & a walking path with Aboriginal rock art & carvings. Terrigal Beach (6 min)
This popular patrolled city beach features picnic areas, swimming, boating, scuba diving & more. Gosford Regional Gallery (14 min) Avoca Lake (9 min) Wyrrabalong National Park (24 min)
Picturesque park featuring a beach, hiking trails & a small picnic area with striking coastal views. Bouddi coastal walk (23 min)
Partially boarded hiking track passing rainforest, beaches & picnic spots with coastal views. Bouddi National Park (20 min)
This 1,532-hectare park features a temperate rainforest, marine habitats & picnic facilities. Tuggerah Lake (34 min)
This shallow lake connected to the Tasman Sea through a tidal channel features boating & fishing. Barrenjoey Lighthouse (1 hr 42)
Built in 1881, this sandstone lighthouse sits at Sydney's northernmost point & offers weekly tours. Pelican Feeding (19 min)
Pelicans flock to this waterfront spot for a daily feeding show given by a professional staff. The Skillion (6 min) Australian Reptile Park (27 min)
Popular zoo with many species of reptiles, free-roaming kangaroos, shows & hands-on experiences. Broken Bay (36 min)
Picturesque Tasman Sea inlet measuring 5.6 sq. mi. & featuring a small island & historic lighthouse. Brisbane Water National Park (59 min)
Stunning national park known for its hiking trails, cycling loops & Aboriginal engraving sites. | 
