Featured Hotels Near Manly

Manly Beach Resort is ideal for families, located steps from Manly Beach with direct access to the sand. The resort offers spacious rooms with ocean views, a kids' pool, indoor game room, and complimentary bicycles for exploring the Manly Walkway. Just a 5-minute walk leads to seaside cafes and markets, making it perfect for relaxed coastal living. Its prime location ensures easy access to both nature and urban amenities.

The most convenient option from Brisbane City is Queensland Rail, with frequent trains to Manly Station in about 1 hour. A 10-minute walk takes you directly to Manly Beach. Alternatively, take the CityCat ferry from South Bank Pier, offering scenic river views of Brisbane’s skyline in around 45 minutes, arriving at Manly Wharf—just a short stroll to the beach. Both options are car-free, ideal for tourists seeking ease and comfort.

Try beginner-friendly surf lessons and snorkeling tours at Manly Beach with certified instructors. Guided snorkeling trips depart to nearby North Shore Reef, where you’ll encounter vibrant coral and tropical fish. During summer, join a sunset paddleboard tour, gliding along the coast with panoramic views of Brisbane’s skyline and golden sunsets. All activities include professional gear and on-site lifeguards, ensuring safety and unforgettable experiences.

Visit the Manly Art Gallery & Museum, which showcases Indigenous Australian art, colonial-era documents, and maritime history. The Manly Lighthouse, built in 1869, is one of Australia’s oldest lighthouses; climb to the top for panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Manly Beach. Each summer, the Manly Festival celebrates cultural fusion through traditional dance, music, and local crafts, highlighting the area’s rich heritage and multicultural identity.

Stay at Manly Pavilion Hotel, a boutique property blending Victorian architecture with modern comforts, perfectly positioned for Manly Beach views. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer sweeping sea vistas and sunrise panoramas. The rooftop bar provides an ideal spot to enjoy cocktails while watching Brisbane’s night lights meet the ocean waves. The Ocean-themed suites, inspired by deep-sea life, deliver a truly immersive stay. Just a 3-minute walk to the beach, this hotel is perfect for travelers seeking elegance and scenery.

Sunrise and sunset at Manly Beach are perfect for photographers. Set up your tripod at the Manly Lighthouse, capturing dramatic silhouettes of the tower against a glowing sky. The rock platform at the southern end offers stunning shots of Pacific waves crashing on rocks, ideal for long-exposure photography. Early mornings bring minimal crowds and soft light—use a polarizing filter to reduce glare and enhance reflections. All these locations lie along the Manly Trail, easily accessible on foot.