Carrington

Newcastle

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Newcastle showing a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

Merewether Beach

5/5(6 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
Merewether Ocean Baths which includes a sunset and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Merewether Ocean Baths

5/5(4 reviews)

Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.

Merewether Ocean Baths
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

5/5(1 review)

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.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle featuring general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

5/5(2 reviews)

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

Things to do

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

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

$194
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

$66
per adult
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Loop the Lake Cruise

Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise

$63
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

$46
per adult
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

$22
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

$22
per adult
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Carrington Hotel Deals

The Young Street Hotel

The Young Street Hotel

2.5 out of 5
132 Young St, Carrington, NSW
Stay at this guesthouse in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, hydromassage showerheads, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Honeysuckle Park ...
6.4/10 (57 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, clean room, quiet at night for our little family and very lovely accommodating staff. There was a couple of cockroaches in the men’s bathroom/showers and they were unclean too. Main corridor upstairs was a little smelly (fishy), but great otherwise. There is off-street parking out ..."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

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Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$97 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$107 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (467 reviews)
"Nice breakfast"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 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
$89 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$98 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,001 reviews)
"We love staying at the Holiday Inn Newcastle. Its clean, modern, hospitality and local to shops and other amenities. Overall I would return knowing we’ll receive the same level of service, venue standards and hospitality. Only small downsides is cost of parking and variety of breakfast options."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
$123 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$135 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Rydges Newcastle
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road, New Lambton, NSW
$104 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$114 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Convenient to what we want to do"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

The Executive Inn
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street, Newcastle, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$131 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$145 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (372 reviews)
"What a sensational weekend. The weather was beyond terrible but the outstanding room, unbelievable mini bar, locality to so much and the rooftop bar for cocktails. Yes thank you. Could not have been happier and would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Carrington

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

The Hill

Travelers like the parks in The Hill, and Christ Church Cathedral is a top attraction you might want to visit.

The Hill
Newcastle

Cooks Hill

Cooks Hill is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Newcastle Art Gallery and St Andrews Presbyterian Church.

Cooks Hill
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Hamilton

Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.

Hamilton
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