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The beach under Norfolk pines, swimmers and lifeguard gear on the sand
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Where to stay in Manly

The other ocean beach, on the northern side, and the only area on this list you reach by boat: the ferry from Circular Quay takes about half an hour across the harbour and is the best thirty minutes in the city. A corso between the harbour beach and the ocean one, a surf town's rhythm, and an evening that belongs to the people who live there.

Price level · Mid-range

Sydney

Area scorecard

Scored 0–10 by Where Stay Guide. No overall total: every traveller weights these differently.

Sightseeing
7.5
Walkability
7.5
Transport
6.0
Food
7.0
Nightlife
6.0
Quietness
7.5
Families
8.5
Value
6.5
Airport / station
4.5
First trip
6.0

Best for

  • Families
  • A second visit
  • Travellers who want the ferry to be part of the day

Choose elsewhere if

  • You are here for three days
  • You will be out late in town
  • You want to change plans at short notice

Our picks in Manly

Best for the ferry and the beach

Elysium Manly

Our pick for Manly because it is on North Steyne facing the ocean beach, a few minutes' walk across the corso from the ferry wharf — which is the crossing that makes staying out here worth it.