Located in Korora, a neighbourhood in Coffs Harbour, Smugglers on the Beach is near theme parks and near the beach. Solitary Island Aquarium and Big Banana Fun Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Park Beach Plaza and Coffs Central. The Clog Barn Tourist Attraction & Caravan Park and North Coast Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
Solitary Islands Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kororo Nature Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Pelican Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Solitary Island Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Diggers Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Coffs Harbour Station - 9 min drive
Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
‪Dumpling Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪The Clog Barn Tourist Attraction & Caravan Park - ‬5 min drive
‪Going Bananas Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪Zarraffa's Coffee - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
About this property
Smugglers on the Beach
Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a children's pool and barbecue grills. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find an LCD TV with digital channels and a DVD player, and other amenities include free WiFi and a coffee/tea maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Smugglers on the Beach offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
This Coffs Harbour aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 48-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Access methods
Staffed front desk, lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Property # 5094491
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses some solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Frequently asked questions
Does Smugglers on the Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Smugglers on the Beach?
As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smugglers on the Beach on 30 June 2026 start from AU$249, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Smugglers on the Beach pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Smugglers on the Beach?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Smugglers on the Beach?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Smugglers on the Beach?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Smugglers on the Beach located?
Located in Korora, this beach aparthotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Solitary Islands Marine Park and Charlesworth Bay Beach. Kororo Nature Reserve and Pelican Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Smugglers on the Beach Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The staff were fantastic...so helpful.
The room clean and comfortable and pool area well maintained and accessible.
Debbie
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adrianne
24 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our stay was very comfortable.
Adrianne
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yukari
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice to stay in front of the beach
Everything works perfectly, and beds are comfortable.
Yukari
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an excellent stay
Rebecca
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine
19 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it, clean, comfortable and a lovely lady check me in. Will definitely go back.
Lorraine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sugeeta
23 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay with kids
Sugeeta
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalia
21 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Wondering stay ! Highly recommend to anyone
Excellent accommodation, clean , spacious comfortable rooms with well equipped kitchen , aircon . Quiet location right on the beach ! Wish I could stay longer ! Thank you!
Natalia
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mireille
24 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Minimum was there , don’t looking like the picture , under the trees and shadow in the room
Overall need love , old at all, but very cleanness
Mireille
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alex
1 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I have never felt so happy when I discovered it was literally a 100m walk to the beach from the room! Wow!!
Alex
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ali
28 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was great, 2 mins walk to the beach and good communication from the staff, we will be back!
Ali
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Roger
20 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean polite quick good service nice room and very well stocked
Roger
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luis
9 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property walking distance to the beach
Very quiet sorroundings
Very gentle hosts
Luis
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lance
2 July 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay over a weekend. Friendly staff and great location, close to beaches and the restaurants.
Lance
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Sam
28 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the very friendly and helpful staff
Will stay again
Thanks sue & Jo for all your help 😎
Eileen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Glenn
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy check in and place was very clean and tidy
Glenn
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mohammad
26 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful location and nice and peaceful
mohammad
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peter
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were friendly and very helpful
Enjoyed our stay as it was close to the beach and other amenities
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keung
18 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All great
Keung
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen
14 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clear communication checking in after hours. Would have loved to have stayed longer.
Could only hear the birds and ocean, so peaceful.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leanne
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great service. Beautiful Location. Clean
Friendly and helpful service, beautiful location, room was clean and well equipped. We had an amazing stay here. Will definitely stay again.
Leanne
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Khushdeep
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place and no issues
Khushdeep
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jawad
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place with friendly staff. The property is dated but clean and well maintained. It is right next to the beach which the kids absolutely loved. Quite a few things for kids to do including tennis court, pool and board games!
Jawad
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
26 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication