Shortland
Newcastle
Popular places to visit
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.
Merewether Beach
Home to international surfing competitions and seafront restaurants, this beach is as action-packed as it is photogenic from clifftop pathways.
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.
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 beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars.
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 Showground
Catch an event at Newcastle Showground during your trip to Newcastle. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its charming cafes.
Things to do
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
Shortland Hotel Deals
Shortland Budget Accommodation
It was described as "budget" and it was. Clean and comfortable enough for a 1 night stay.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
10/10 in every way. Beautiful property, great location, wonderful accomodating staff and the most comfortable bed you will ever sleep in.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Room needs a real good deep clean - lots of grime in the corners and on the skirtings, smudges on mirrors and glass, foul odour coming from the shower drain. I requested a late check out but the cleaners barged in at 10am on the dot (the time of the original check out time). A couple of the staff ...
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
I had given my towel to the cleaners and just wanted a new o
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
The staff are so thoughtful and go beyond the call of duty- Trish was on when I arrived at 3am after having a day in hospital and she could not do enough to try to be kind and helpful
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Rydges Newcastle
The staff were friendly and very helpful. The room was larger than i had expected it to be which was great. The location was good as it was close to the places i was going and had the lightrail just around the corner which was handy.
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Shortland
Mayfield
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Mayfield and you might want to plan a stop by Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle Showground while you're in the area.
New Lambton
Unique features of New Lambton include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Blackbutt Reserve or Newcastle International Sports Centre while you're exploring the area.
Broadmeadow
Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop.
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.
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 City Centre
While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall.
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