12 Best Dog & Pet-Friendly Accommodations In Port Macquarie, Australia - Updated 2024

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Port Macquarie, is a coastal town in Australia that is known for its gorgeous beaches and extensive wildlife. Basically, Port Macquarie is very popular for its beaches, making it the perfect place for a solo trip, a family vacation, a romantic trip with your partner as well as for a weekend trip with your friends! For fun things to do, visit the Billabong Koala Wildlife Park, wander along the Breakwall, watch the sunset from the beach or just enjoy a relaxing walk along the coast. There is so much for you to see and do in Port Macquarie, that you’re going to want to plan a nice, long and relaxing vacation. And of course, you can’t leave your pets behind for too long. Luckily, Port Macquarie offers pet-friendly motels, rentals, and other places to stay. Read on for the best dog & pet-friendly accommodations in Port Macquarie, Australia.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 06, 2024.

Vacation rentals

1. Bright and vibrant apartment near the shore (from USD 98)

This spectacular pet-friendly accommodation in Port Macquarie is situated near downtown, putting many of its restaurants and other establishments within easy reach. The home itself is an eclectic space, with a fully equipped kitchen for making meals as well as a bathroom with a laundry area. For sleeping, the bedrooms are equipped with queen-sized mattresses, and the living room couch can be converted into a cot.

Although pet-friendly, the property welcomes only one dog or cat and it must not exceed a weight of 50 lbs (22.68 kgs).

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
8.57 km (5.4 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille
Apartment 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

2. Stylish cottage on dog-friendly beach (from USD 144)

Located just a short walk away from the dog-friendly Nobbys Beach, this beautiful beach house is an exquisite getaway that’s still well within reach of the town’s shops and restaurants. By following an open-plan design, the available space is maximized so you can live in a home with full amenities. Take it easy indoors during a hot day, keeping cool with the air-conditioning and drinks chilled in the full refrigerator.

Bringing your pet along will only set you back 20 AUD (13.42 USD), a very small price to pay to make memories with your furry family. Other dog-friendly attractions in Port Macquarie include Stoney Aqua Park and Lighthouse Beach.

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
10.61 km (6.6 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
fiona is a lovely hostess the property has everything we needed and was so clean and well located
Host:
a warm welcome from the owner
our dog certainly loved the venue and fi was a good host
Location:
fantastic location and everything was perfect
very pleased excellent location lovely host
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3. Cozy and comfortable studio for a small group (from USD 53)

This Airbnb vacation rental comes with one queen-sized bed and a sofa bed, making it the ideal accommodation for a group of friends. Just a short walk from the beach, close to various cafes and bars and with a wide variety of restaurants near the property, the location doesn’t get any better than this. This place also has a huge outdoor garden which features outdoor seating and a dining area, so you can enjoy being around nature. Equipped with a separate bathroom, kitchenette, laundry area and a barbeque area, this place has everything you can ask for. And, you just have to pay a minimal price for your pets!

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
10.0 km (6.3 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
353 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
awesome amenities and a most comfortable bed
all the amenities and appliances were high quality and really contributed to the comfortable stay i had
amanda's place is great: comfy bed nice couch and a great backyard with barbecue area
all the amenities within the apartment were just amazing the apartment was superbly decorated warm and welcoming
the bed is super comfy and the bath is glorious
Cleanliness:
super clean and nicely decorated
comfy bed sparkling clean great communication
a nice clean and convenient place
so very clean and well set up
the place was great clean and with a nice cosy feeling
Host:
the hosts were lovely when we met
and host are really friendly and helpful
lovely host and a beautiful place
amanda was quick with responding to my questions and was a fantastic host
amanda was a great host
Location:
location is also super convenient
great location close to the beach
great location very well presented
amanda’s place is in a great location close to the beach
fantastic location close to beaches and the centre of the town
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4. Private home with a gorgeous panoramic view (from USD 109)

If you’re looking for a romantic getaway along with your pet, then this one might be perfect for you. With one cosy bedroom, one bathroom, a kitchenette and a spacious deck, this pet-friendly Airbnb in Port Macquarie is ideal for a couple. The deck overlooks the ocean and has an endless view of nature and trees - how beautiful does that sound? Big spaces, all the comforts of home, stylish interiors and beautiful views, what more can you ask for?

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
9.01 km (5.6 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
207 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
huge deck comfy living area to stretch out and watch tv great fully equipped kitchen comfiest bed ever
so stylish and comfortable with gorgeous balcony
Cleanliness:
so clean and stylish
extremely clean and lovely hosts
the place is spotless and really well thought out - so easy to find everything
it’s very clean and has more than everything we need
clean spacious and very comfortable with warm and welcoming hosts
Host:
lovely place lovely hosts really comfortable
we had a nice little chat with jordan who was really friendly to us potatoes
exceeded all our expectations with great service by the hosts; especially with communication
jordan was a friendly and great communicating host the space was super homely and large
they were kind enough to let our bichon frise stay too
Location:
great location and easy to deal with
jordan and laura's place is beautiful
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5. Chic bungalow just steps away from the beach

If you’re looking for a place for a family vacation, somewhere close to the beach, someplace that is pet-friendly, then you’re going to love this bungalow! With two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living area, a fully equipped kitchen and an outdoor deck. Just steps away from the beach, the location doesn’t get any better than this! The place is very chic and stylish, it’s very clean and has gorgeous views - isn’t that everything you need, and more?

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
9.88 km (6.2 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
47 reviews  
Entire bungalow 2 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
no wi-fi but all else excellent
very generous breakfast offering has all the amenities you need for a relaxed family getaway
kate provided essential food staples for breakfast and dinner which was really appreciated
the beds were also very comfortable
Cleanliness:
very clean and stylish
clean and comfortable
very clean and modern with a very homely feel
the place was sparkling clean and very comfortable
kate’s beach house is beautiful it’s clean spacious comfortable and quiet
Host:
the hosts were very welcoming
hosts were hospitable and generous
friendly hosts and a bargain price
kate and bill are wonderful hosts
great hosts - nothing a problem
Location:
great location good walking distance to town and very close to the beach
great location near the beach
great location close to the beach
stunning location - very close to the beaches
great location would definitely stay again
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6. Olden-style house that you can call home

This two-bedroom house has a rather olden style decor and homey interior. It comes with three beds and one bathroom, and it can easily sleep six, making it the perfect place for a family vacation. Just walking distance from shops, bars, cafes, restaurants and just across a historic convict-built church, this location of this place is ideal. From the front porch, you can hear and watch birds - what a great start to the morning! Plus, you have the back porch, the living room and the sunroom to lounge, relax and just hang out.

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9.13 km (5.7 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
348 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the photos don’t show it but the view out the back from the dining room is quite serene
beds very very comfortable
the house is what you see bedding is very comfortable
Cleanliness:
was clean and tidy
house was very clean and tidy
great place clean and very comfortable
old charm cottage and very clean
a very clean comfortable house; lots of thoughtful touches
Host:
he is helpful with advice about things to do in town
what a great host leon’s place is certainly an experience with a lot of personal touches
leon is a great host friendly and helpful
practical older style very pet friendly accommodation at a reasonable price
he is a great host and you will surely enjoy your stay
Location:
great location so you can walk everywhere
great location in port macquarie
location - was great
wonderful house and brilliant location
location is absolutely excellent and very close to everything you could need
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7. Perfect studio apartment near off-leash dog beach

This one-bedroom studio apartment is just walking distance from an off-leash dog beach, making it the perfect place for you and your dog! This studio has three beds, making it perfect for a family vacation. Guests have full access to the backyard, the fire pit, the trampoline and there are quite a few puzzles and board games to keep you entertained. There is a small kitchenette in the studio, and the place is very close to cafes and restaurants, so you can take your pick! Ps, this is a smoke-free property.

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
10.43 km (6.5 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
71 reviews  
Entire guesthouse 3 Beds 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a cozy yet spacious studio that was comfortable (and fun- a great selection of board games ) for four adults
fantastic location and new modern fully self-contained apartment
Cleanliness:
clean tidy and relaxing
a good value clean comfortable and convenient place to stay that is dog friendly
very tidy and clean
clean self-contained warm friendly welcome and so good to our have our two small dogs with us
the bed is very comfy and over-all very clean
Host:
so kind and warm
the perfect host and warm dwelling for travelers
nice helpful and kind family
walking distant to nobby’s beach (dog friendly & beach walks)
great host would absolutely recomend and stay again
Location:
great place right near the beach
close to lovely beaches
great location suitable for family or couple
easy to access beach and shops
great place to stay at if you ever in port macquarie
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8. Chic and stylish apartment near the beach (from USD 144)

If you and your friends are looking for a vacation rental that is spacious, stylish and very central, then you’re going to love this place. This three-bedroom house has a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a cosy living room and an outdoor patio with a garden. Just walking distance from the beach, very close to bars and cafes and to the Port City Bowling Club, this place is very centrally located. Spacious enough for you, your friends and your pets, this house is just perfect.

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
9.75 km (6.1 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
355 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great amenities enjoyed the barbeque grill very clean and very cozy
big back yard is quite cozy where we had a wonderful dinner
a very comfortable modern home in the centre of port macquarie
quaint but very high standards internally with polished floorboards modern bathrooms and kitchen and a great external area
Cleanliness:
very clean and homely
comfortable clean and well equipped
it was extremely clean and tidy
it was clean and well looked after and was great for our dog too
loved the place especially really clean and modern and great backyard for a dog :)
Host:
the hosts are fantastic
cass was very quick to reply and so accommodating and thoughtful
cass was a great host easy to contact and welcoming
lovely place to stay would highly recommend and cass was a wonderful host
cass is a great host with excellent communication
Location:
close to everything :)
excellent central location walk to beach and close to shopping centres
the location is great
great location and close to the beach
easy walk to beach
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9. Spacious and charming cottage near the beach (from USD 140)

You’re going to fall in love with the interiors of this place. The living room and the bedroom have very unique decor, making this one-bedroom cottage the perfect place for you and your partner, along with your pet, to enjoy some quality time. Other than the indoor living room and kitchenette, there is also an outdoor seating area that is sun-drenched all day long. Peaceful, quiet and very clean, this stand-alone cottage is a great place to spend some time with your partner. Ps, a dog-friendly beach is just five minutes away.

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
10.6 km (6.6 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
413 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible
Tiny home 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we stayed there with a 6 months old baby and felt very comfortable
thoughtful touches around the place including breakfast supplies and bowls for our dog
the photos don’t do justice to how pretty comfortable and stylish this little cottage is
it was comfortable and nicely furnished
the place we stayed in was super comfortable and had everything we needed
Cleanliness:
very clean and convenient
the house was immaculately clean & presented
the house was comfortable nicely decorated and very clean
cottage self presents a relaxing environment very clean too and convenient location
very clean with nice little front yard
Host:
louise was a great host
louise is a great host
louise was super friendly and helpful
everything was comfortable and louise was a great host
louise was a great host and her dogs were extremely cute
Location:
great location near the beach
great location - just a minute walk to the amazing nobbies beach
tiny house perfect location everything there that you need
location is just perfect 50m from a doggy beach
fantastic location a beautiful beach just a few steps across the road
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10. Modern and elegant private accommodation (from USD 84)

Ideal for family vacations, this gorgeous two-bedroom apartment is perfect for you! Just a short walk from the beach, the location doesn’t get any better than this. This apartment has a very modern vibe, with timber floors and sky-high ceilings, along with a tropical-style garden that is perfect for you, your kids and your pets. Just a short walk from most bars, cafes and restaurants, the location really doesn’t get any better than this. If you want to holiday in style, then this apartment is ideal!

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
9.71 km (6.1 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
538 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
add wifi will be better
two bedrooms were roomy and comfortable
the place was cozy and could fit our whole group comfortably
main bathroom had a bath for our two kids and the en-suite was better than expected
the safe lock system made it easy to access the apartment
Cleanliness:
comfy beds clean throughout
easy to find and spotlessly clean
lovely place clean and easy
lovely clean cosy and close to beaches & club
clean neat and tidy with great amenities
Host:
shannon was a fantastic host
excellent host who went above and beyond to help us out
we enjoyed our stay & shannon was a great host
host responds to queries promptly and was great to deal with
cally & shannon were always very responsive and helpful
Location:
great location 20min walk to town
great location and great accommodation
fantastic location and great apartment
this house is in ideal location
the location is absolutely fantastic
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11. Chic and ocean-themed private residence (from USD 92)

If you’re looking for a place that is stylish, elegant and just picture-perfect, a place where you and your partner can spend some alone time with each other, then you’re going to fall in love with this Airbnb vacation rental in Port Macquarie. With one cosy bedroom, a spacious living room and a kitchenette, and just a short drive from the beach, this apartment is the perfect vacation getaway. Pet-friendly apartments don’t get any better than this one!

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
9.73 km (6.1 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
575 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
excellent wifi connection sparkling clean unit
such a beautiful space and the bed was comfy
the rooms were very stylish and being 5mins from the town made it easy to enjoy port macquarie
Cleanliness:
a very clean stylish unit at an affordable unit
stylish and clean
gloria’s apartment was stunning clean and accessible
clean tasteful and great location
we had a lovely stay it was clean and gorgeous decor
Host:
gloria is a great host
gloria is a great host
being pet friendly is a great bonus
gloria is a great host she responds very quickly and is extremely helpful to ensure a good stay
gloria was very responsive and accommodating
Location:
too location and beautiful apartment
good location and beautiful inside
nice location for what we needed
lovely location with great decor
great location and value for money
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12. Beach house for a large family

While this is a three-bedroom apartment, it has been styled and decorated to give off a very beach-house type vibe. With a spacious garden, you’re going to feel as if you’re in the middle of nature! Just a short distance away from the beach, including dog-friendly beaches, you and your furry friends are going to love this place. This apartment is perfect for a family holiday or even a trip with your friends!

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Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
10.3 km (6.4 mi) from Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park
237 reviews  
Entire apartment 4 Beds 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
”lachlan said “the beds were very comfortable
the apartment was a good size for our group of 4 adults
we found the unit to be very comfortable had everything we needed
we had a brief but lovely stay at judy's apartment
the room was spacious and there was even board games to play
Cleanliness:
absolutely spotlessly clean and comfortable
clean and tidy with lovely small touches
great value exceptionally clean even in the rain
clean quiet and easy to access
quiet and very clean
Host:
judy was a fantastic host
judy is really thoughtful host
judy is a super host
she was very helpful and friendly during our stay
lots of thoughtful touches by the owners
Location:
fantastic location in a leafy street walking distance to the beach
the location is fantastic as well close to amazing beaches
the location is absolutely perfect - few mins walk from beach
judys apartment is in a great location
excellent value and location
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Port Macquarie, here we come

With all the pet-friendly beaches in Port Macquarie, who wouldn’t want to take their pet along to this gorgeous coastal town? Here’s hoping you found the perfect vacation rental for you. Among all the pet-friendly cabins and apartments in Port Macquarie, choose from this list of dog- and pet-friendly accommodations in Port Macquarie, Australia for the best stay.

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