
About ibis Styles Port Macquarie - Port Macquarie
Now totally renovated – sparkling new rooms and glamorous marble ensuites
Enjoy dramatic unrestricted views from almost every room at the ibis Styles Port Macquarie. Arguably the best location in beautiful Port Macquarie – directly opposite Town Beach. This gorgeous boutique establishment offers personalised service, stylish marble bathrooms, private balconies and a breakfast room with a view that literally takes one’s breath away! Enjoy free Wi-Fi and Cable Television on digital flat-screen TV’s.
The most seductive seaside stopover, the ibis Styles Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie is just a short stroll from the CBD, nightlife, shops and restaurants. Scenic walks, places of interest and sporting facilities are all on our doorstep.
Read our feature in the Sydney Morning Herald on 22nd May 2010 - http://www.smh.com.au/travel/accommodation-reviews/drifting-to-port-20100521-w0d4.html
History
Port Macquarie was named by John Oxley after the governor of NSW, Lachlan Macquarie in 1819. The Hastings River was named after the governor general of India at around a similar time. Although the area had been first noticed by Captain Cook on his voyage along the coast in 1770 and again later by Matthew Flinders in 1801, it was not explored in any detail until Oxley returned in 1819. Macquarie initiated Oxley's expedition as he was interested in the sites potential as a penal settlement.
We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.