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Rydges Newcastle

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views
Exterior
View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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Twin Harbourside Suite

Twin Harbourside Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Accessible Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Cityside Suite

King Cityside Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King City View Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Suite with Harbourside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located on the waterfront, Rydges Newcastle is in Newcastle City Centre, a neighbourhood in Newcastle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie. Maritime Centre and Foreshore Park are also worth visiting. With boat tours, surfing lessons and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW, 2300

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Newcastle City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Foreshore Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Merewether Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Civic Station - 3 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪FogHorn Brewhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Honeysuckle Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Menya Makoto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lucky Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Light Years - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Rydges Newcastle

Luxury hotel near Newcastle Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Rydges Newcastle. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with a waterslide, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and multilingual staff
  • A front desk safe, a ballroom and a 24-hour front desk
  • 1 meeting room, a porter/bellboy and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 175 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as late-night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch plasma TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Separate sitting areas, on-request microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (AUD 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 32 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch plasma TV with digital channels
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 32 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 35 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle Hotel
Newcastle Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Newcastle Hotel Newcastle
Crowne Plaza Newcastle Hotel
Rydges Newcastle Hotel
Rydges Newcastle Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle (formerly Crowne Plaza Newcastle)

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Newcastle have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Newcastle?

As of 12 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Newcastle on 7 Sept 2025 start from AU$207.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Rydges Newcastle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rydges Newcastle?

Valet parking is available for AUD 35 per day.

What time is check-in at Rydges Newcastle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Rydges Newcastle?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Rydges Newcastle located?

Located in Newcastle City Centre, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Newcastle Museum and Newcastle Beach. Newcastle Civic Theater and Maritime Centre are also within 5 minutes. Civic Station is only a 3-minute walk and Newcastle Interchange Station is 20 minutes.

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Rydges Newcastle Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clifton

Liked: Amenities
Historic industrial waterfront, large comfortable room, enthusiastic staff, view over the water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were great. Beautiful view from our room. Comfortable bed. Spa bath not suitable to get in and out of for a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Disliked: Amenities
Nice stay as always, great staff and super location however the rooms are getting quite worn and old… Bathroom amenities Need an update
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s was amazing, good service and loved the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and the room was great. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Good people, clean good value
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew Johnston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We made a last minute decision to book a room, and were not disappointed with the room and convenience of the property within the Newcastle CBD. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianlei

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay, excellent parking availability with valet. Central location a bonus
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely and great location. Room was a little bit tired
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

The area is so alive with things to do
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Adam was very welcoming and did all he could to ensure our stay started just as needed. Ruby was brilliant in the morning and made a great coffee. A great hotel with an amazing staff culture, we always enjoy our stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is in a great location. The breakfast was pretty good. The staff were always very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Princes Jhareen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed with my family here, it's very convenient, and has a nice habour view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location, excellent kids facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding. Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room overlooking the harbour was beautiful, would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location. It's near the beautiful harbour, so we had breakfast overlooking it, and we are next to the Newcastle Museum. We went on a long Easter weekend, and it was rainy, but there were plenty of dining options, and it was easy to walk to the CBD. Our boys enjoyed the pool, and I also used their business centre to do some work.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexsandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love this property for its location. Check-in was a breeze. Room was ready early. Portacot was ready for my toddler. Door handle did fall off one of the doors in my room. Might need a little upgrade. Staff are always helpful. Room service was efficient and tasty. Bonus for the kids this time was that the Wallabies were staying at the Rydges too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Radha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!:) good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025