Newcastle East

Newcastle

Newcastle Ocean Baths showing surf and surfing
Newcastle showing surf and surfing
Newcastle East showing general coastal views and a sunset as well as a couple
Nobbys Head Beach which includes rocky coastline, a lighthouse and a bay or harbor
Newcastle East featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as an individual femail

Popular places to visit

Newcastle showing a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

From Newcastle’s historic attractions, trendy restaurants and shopping districts, it’s just a short walk to the soft sands of this famous beach.

Newcastle Beach
A great little park right near the Newcastle train station. Perfect little place to take the kids and have a family picnic. Lots of open spaces and plenty of birds to watch. Such a lovely spot to enjoy in the day. Please head over to my blog to read more about a day trip to Stockton.

Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle featuring general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.

Newcastle Ocean Baths
Newcastle showing a bay or harbor as well as a small group of people

Fort Scratchley

Take a guided tour of this Australian military base, learn about the region’s pre-fort history and explore an underground tunnel complex.

Fort Scratchley
Merewether Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Merewether Beach

Home to international surfing competitions and seafront restaurants, this beach is as action-packed as it is photogenic from clifftop pathways.

Merewether Beach
Sunset from the bluff #beachbound

Blacksmiths Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

Blacksmiths Beach

Things to do

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

$46
per adult
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Loop the Lake Cruise

Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise

$61
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

$70
per adult
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

$66
per adult
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

$196
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
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Maitland's True Crime Tour

$23
per adult
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Newcastle East Hotel Deals

NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach

4 out of 5
Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street Newcastle East NSW
$159 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$175 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Rooms clean, helpful staff and location fantastic. Hotel desperately needs a facelift. Highly recommended

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
$116 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$128 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (571 reviews)
Loved our stay here

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street Newcastle West NSW
Fully refundable
$92 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$101 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
$61 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$67 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,899 reviews)
Great location and very comfortable but cleanliness left a little to be desired Was great for what we needed for and the staff were awesome

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

Jesmond Executive Villas
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
$118 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$129 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Great staff and helpful, clean room very comfortable beds

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

The Executive Inn
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St Newcastle NSW
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$146 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Charged more than was quoted, otherwise very good

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Rydges Newcastle
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Other neighborhoods around Newcastle East

Newcastle which includes a sunset, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

Stockton

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Stockton. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockton Beach or Little Park Beach.

Stockton
ANZAC Memorial Bridge which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town

The Hill

The Hill is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.

The Hill
Newcastle

Cooks Hill

Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.

Cooks Hill
Newcastle which includes a garden

Newcastle City Centre

While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall.

Newcastle City Centre
Bar Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and landscape views

Bar Beach

Travelers like the beaches in Bar Beach, and Merewether Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bar Beach
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Newcastle West

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.

Newcastle West
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Newcastle East

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