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A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Delightful property. Highly elegant. Superb interior design. Popular among couples.Opened December 2021. Located in Newcastle, 1.2 km from Newcastle Beach, QT Newcastle provides accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.4 km from Nobbys Beach. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Each room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some feature city views. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and bathrobes. An à la carte, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near QT Newcastle include Stockton Beach, Newcastle Local Court and Newcastle Civic Theatre. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 26 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is the most beautiful, elegant and stylish luxury hotel in Newcastle. It also has a popular rooftop bar. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Newcastle.
Lovely property. Elegant. Great breakfast. Popular among couples.Opened April 2021. Situated in Newcastle, 1.7 km from Newcastle Beach, Crystalbrook Kingsley features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Crystalbrook Kingsley provides some rooms with city views, and each room is equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at Crystalbrook Kingsley will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newcastle, like cycling. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Newcastle City Council, Newcastle City Hall and Newcastle Local Court. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 27 km from Crystalbrook Kingsley.Show full description
Charming. Hip. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Only 5 minutes’ drive from central Newcastle, Junction Hotel boasts a restaurant, bar and accommodation with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen satellite TV. Open daily, The Junction Hotel Bar and Restaurant serves a tasty menu including, burgers, ribs and crispy-skinned Barramundi. The bar offers a selection of cold beers and quality wines. Relax in the comfort of your air-conditioned room, which features a refrigerator and an electric kettle. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are included in the private bathroom. Junction Hotel Newcastle is 5 minutes’ walk from Junction Fair Shopping Centre and Merewether Beach. Port Stephens and various Hunter Valley vineyards are 55 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
I think this is the most CHARMING luxury hotel in Newcastle. It also has very cosy rooms.
Historic. Charming. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Featuring free WiFi, The Lucky Hotel is located in the heart of Newcastle, just 5-minute walk from popular Wharf Road and its range of cafes, shops and restaurants. Local swimming beaches such as Newcastle Beach and Nobbys Beach are just a 4-minute drive away. Each of the air-conditioned rooms includes an iPod docking station and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a balcony or patio. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Newcastle Museum is just 600m from The Lucky Hotel, while University of Newcastle is a 15-minute drive away. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 16 km from The Lucky Hotel.Show full description
Historic. Unique. Great location. Just an 8-minute walk from the sandy shores of Newcastle Beach, Terminus Apartment Hotel Newcastle offers self-contained apartments. Some feature a balcony with beautiful harbour or city views. Queens Wharf Light Rail Station is 150 metres away. Terminus Apartment Hotel Newcastle is located in the heart of Newcastle with a range of shops and restaurants at your doorstep. Hunter Stadium is a 10-minute drive away and Sydney is a 2-hour drive. All spacious air-conditioned apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. For your entertainment there is a satellite flat-screen TV and complimentary Netflix. Parking is subject to availability and must be pre booked. Cost is $25 per night. There is a desk and a bathroom.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Newcastle.
Apartment hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Hamilton on Everton feature self-contained accommodation with a fully equipped kitchen. Just 5 km from Hamilton town centre, the property offers free on-site parking. Unlimited free WiFi is provided. The apartments boast modern furnishings and spacious interiors. Each includes air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The kitchen comes with an oven, a stove and a microwave. Hamilton on Everton are a 10-minute drive from Newcastle Beach and a 30-minute drive from Newcastle Airport. The renowned Hunter Valley is a 45-minute drive away.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Great value. Located in the vibrant harbour city of Newcastle, New South Wales, just 16 minutes' drive from the University of Newcastle, this hotel includes an 'Express Start' breakfast and free WiFi is available in all areas. The rooms at Holiday Inn Express Newcastle are each equipped with an in-room safe, separate hanging closet, heating/air-conditioning, ironing facilities and black-out shades. There is a private bathroom with bathroom amenities, hairdryer, separate/walk-in shower and a separate vanity area. A small refrigerator, tea/coffee maker and a flat-screen with cable/satellite channels are provided. Holiday Inn Express - Newcastle has a fitness centre with weights, a treadmill and elliptical machines. On-site laundry facilities are available. The property is 3.1 km from Newcastle Entertainment Centre and 3 km from Newcastle Beach. Newcastle Airport is 25 km from the property.Show full description
Historic property. Beautiful. Nice interior design. Popular among women. Located in the fully refurbished 1876 Woods Castlemaine Brewery, Quest Newcastle West is the perfectly positioned historical getaway. The property boasts spacious modern apartments as well as BBQ area, business lounge, conference room and is conveniently located directly across from the Newcastle Interchange. Each modern apartment at Quest Newcastle West boasts a TV, radio and a microwave. Your private bathroom includes a shower and toilet. A work desk, ironing facilities and bed linen are provided. Quest Newcastle West is a 4 minute drive to Newcastle Yacht Club, a 6 minute drive to the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and McDonald Jones Stadium is a 10 minute drive away.Show full description
This is the most historic luxury hotel in Newcastle.
Great location. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Crown on Darby Newcastle boasts modern and stylish décor with LED down lighting. Located in central Newcastle, it offers apartments with a large flat-screen TV and free luxury toiletries. All apartments feature tastefully furnished living and dining areas, a spacious balcony or terrace, and a private bathroom. Each also includes air conditioning, a microwave, and tea/coffee making facilities. Newcastle Crown on Darby is a 10-minute walk from The Junction and a 15-minute walk from Centenary Antique Centre. It is a 5-minute drive from Queens Wharf and an hour’s drive from the renowned Hunter Valley.Show full description
Just a 10-minute drive from the heart of Newcastle, guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool at The Executive Inn, Newcastle. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and in the reception area. There are 12 dining options to choose from. You can take a 2-minute walk to Balance Health Club and use their fitness facilities for free.The Newcastle Executive Inn is a 15-minute walk from Hunter Stadium and a 12-minute drive from Nobby’s Beach. Sydney Airport is a 2-hour drive away. All air-conditioned rooms/suites feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a seating area and a desk. They offer a minibar and an electric kettle. There is an iPod docking station and a bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have a balcony or a sofa. The property is attached to Wests Leagues Club and offers a range of bars and entertainment options. There is a 24-hour reception and room service is available. The property also offers free parking, an onsite barber shop, a shared laundry and dry cleaning facilities.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great value. Popular among women. Featuring a private balcony with outdoor seating and lovely park or garden views, Charlestown Apartments are just 5 minutes’ drive from Charlestown Golf Club. The property features a guest laundry, and free parking is available on site. Charlestown Executive Apartments are located in the heart of Charlestown, 10 minutes’ drive from Redhead Beach. Newcastle is a 15-minute drive, and Newcastle Airport is a 40-minute drive away. Each air-conditioned apartment has flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player. A kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator is standard in all apartments. Free unlimited WiFi is provided.Show full description
Elegant. Good breakfast. Mercure Newcastle Airport offers accommodation just 300 metres from Williamtown Airport. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. This hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer a 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels. They feature an armchair, a work desk, and an iPod docking station. Newcastle is 26 km from Mercure Newcastle Airport, while Nelson Bay is 31 km away.Show full description
Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool connected spa pool, both unheated, Mercure Charlestown offers conveniently located accommodation with free cable TV and free car parking. The restaurant and bar has an outdoor terrace with garden and city views. Each room is air-conditioned and includes a flat-screen TV, small refrigerator and private bathroom with hairdryer, shower and bathtub. Tea/coffee making facilities and ironing facilities are provided. Facilities include an outdoor pool, restaurant, deck and guest laundry. Conference facilities are available. The Madison Kitchen + Bar restaurant is open for breakfast each morning and for dinner 6 nights a week. Mercure Charlestown Newcastle is a 10-minute walk from Charlestown Private Hospital. Hunter Stadium is a 10-minute drive away and the Civic Theatre Newcastle is a 12-minute drive away.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. Best Western Plus Apollo International offers 4. 5-star accommodation, featuring a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden views. Guests also receive 1GB free WiFi per day, per device. Best Western Plus Apollo is only 15 minutes’ drive Newcastle's city centre. The shops, restaurants, cafes and bars of Charlestown are only 1 km away. Each air-conditioned room opens onto a balcony overlooking acres of lush native bush. All rooms feature a 55” flat screen TV including free in-house movies, tea/coffee making facilities, a minibar, work desk, hairdryer, and ironing facilities. Babbingtons Bar & Grill offers a relaxed atmosphere with peaceful views over the surrounding countryside. It offers a la carte Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner for an additional charge. Free car parking, laundry facilities and dry cleaning services are all provided on site. The reception desk is open 24/7 and there are conference and banquet facilities available.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most RELAXING hotels in Newcastle.
Clarendon Hotel offers 4-star accommodation and is situated in the city centre of Newcastle. The hotel features a restaurant and an art-deco style bar to create a contemporary, relaxed atmosphere. On the weekends Clarendon Hotel is a lively entertainment venue, featuring live music on Friday and Saturday evenings.The harbour and Honeysuckle district are within a 5-minute walk from Clarendon Hotel. The rooms and suites feature a flat-screen TV, a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. Some rooms have a furnished balcony. The Light Rail station and the Civic Theatre are both located within just 2 minutes' walk from the property. Parking at a secure parking station can be arranged prior to check-in, at an additional cost.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Offering free WiFi access, The Gateway Inn, Newcastle is just a 10-minute drive from Newcastle CBD. Guests enjoy free access to the attached fitness club, Balance Collective, which features an indoor lap pool. The Gateway Inn is attached to West Leagues Club and is a minute drive from the Hunter River. Nobby's Beach is a 12-minute drive away and Hunter Stadium is a 10-minute drive. The property offers air-conditioned rooms and apartments, all offering a satellite flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. All have a minibar and a desk. The apartment has a kitchenette and a sofa. There is the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, as well as free parking and a guest laundry. Room service is also available.Show full description
Great views. Located directly on the historic Newcastle harbour front, Rydges Newcastle boasts a range of well-appointed guest rooms with spectacular views, plus an on-site restaurant and 25-metre pool, fitness centre located next door to the hotel. Each room includes an ergonomic work space with high-speed internet access (available for an additional fee). All rooms feature a small refrigerator, a separate living room and luxurious en suite bathroom. Enjoy an indulgent meal at Wharf 350 Restaurant, open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, renowned for its fresh seafood and dishes prepared from fresh local produce. You can relax in the hotel bar and watch the sunset over Newcastle harbour. Remain active while you travel with the on-site fitness centre with 25-metre private swimming pool. The Hunter Valley is 45 minutes’ drive away, while Newcastle's beaches are just 800 metres away. Rydges Newcastle is just a 25-minute taxi ride from Newcastle Airport and only 100 metres from Civic Light Rail stop. Newcastle Light Rail is available from Newcastle Interchange Train Station.Show full description
Great views. Good breakfast. Popular among women. Hotel Noah's On the Beach is located across the road from Newcastle Beach, a 10-minute walk from the historic Fort Scratchley. It offers free, limited on-site parking and a restaurant with all-day dining options. The air-conditioned guest rooms feature a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each has an en suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. High speed WiFi access is available at a small charge." - Please change to "High speed WiFi access is available free of charge. Jonah's On the Beach Restaurant & Cocktail Bar" - Please change to "NOAH'S Restaurant & Cocktail Bar Noah’s On the Beach Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Newcastle Port and the Nobby’s Lighthouse. It is a 2-minute drive from Newcastle Town Centre and a 30-minute drive from Newcastle Airport.Show full description
Great value. The Blackbutt Hotel is a suburban delight offering local pub hospitality, great food, and entertainment. Rooms are located on the 2nd floor above hotel with access via lift. All rooms have their own ensuite, TV, fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, iron and board, some rooms have a desk. Room service is available during restaurant hours. Parking - is located across cul de sac at the rear of hotel with entry via basement of the hotel. Reception - can be found in the one stop shop with newsagent, post office and bottle shop from 6am to 8pm Monday - Saturday; Sunday 7am - 8pm. Check in outside these hours needs to be pre-arranged. We are a short drive to the John Hunter Hospital, Hunter Stadium, Newcastle Entertainment Centre and Westfield Kotara.Show full description
Charming. Great value. Commonwealth Hotel offers accommodation in Newcastle, just a 4-minute drive to Bar Beach and an 8-minute drive to Nobbys Beach. It is an 8-minute walk from Darby Street, where you will find a variety of shops, restaurants and cafes. It is directly opposite an Aldi supermarket. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, kettle and refrigerator. Access to shared bathroom facilities is provided. Some rooms have a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and there is a cash machine available. There is also an onsite restaurant open until 21:00. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, a 30-minute drive from Commonwealth Hotel.Show full description
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