Ettalong beach is situated in the peninsula area of the Central Coast with picnic, barbecue and toilet facilities available. It is within walking distance to Ettalong Village.

The area hosts its own shopping centre with many accommodation outlets, small supermarket, post office, newsagency, chemist, various restaurants and cafes, fresh bread and cake shops, butchers, fresh fruit and vegetable, local church, primary school, antiques and curios and much, much, more.

Major facilities in Ettalong Beach include:
Wharf with ferries travelling to Palm Beach and return, plus locally;
Village markets – the old world charm village markets operating weekends and Monday public holidays;
Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort – Mediterranean inspired motel and apartment accommodation with its own Roman baths, spas, mini tourist desk, twin cinemas and village markets;
Mantra Ettalong Beach Resort – offers a unique experience on the Central Coast and exciting array of leisure and entertainment facilities.