Newcastle East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Newcastle East
Newcastle which includes surf and surfing
Newcastle East
Nobbys Head Beach which includes a sandy beach, rugged coastline and a bay or harbour
Newcastle East

Popular places to visit

Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park

4.5/5(146 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Foreshore Park, a lovely green space in Newcastle. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle showing general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

4.5/5(19 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
Newcastle featuring a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

Fort Scratchley

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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
Newcastle which includes a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

4.5/5(558 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Newcastle Beach
Merewether Beach

Merewether Beach

4.5/5(500 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Merewether Beach
Blacksmiths Beach

Blacksmiths Beach

4.5/5(41 reviews)

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

Blacksmiths Beach

Activities

Loop the Lake Cruise

Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise

AU$95
per adult
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

AU$100
per adult
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

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

AU$295
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch

AU$140
per adult
Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch
30-Minute Distillery Guided Tour in Carrington

30-Minute Distillery Guided Tour in Carrington

AU$20
per adult
30-Minute Distillery Guided Tour in Carrington
Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

AU$45
per traveller
Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$229 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 4-star 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)
Noah's On The Beach
"We arrived early and the very friendly receptionist allowed us to check in. Our room was on level 5 facing the harbor, it was interesting watching the ships enter Newcastle Port. There is car parking under the building with an overflow outdoor section. Our only issue was a very small room fridge ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
The Executive Inn
The Executive Inn
4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road, New Lambton, NSW
The price is AU$218 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (966 reviews)
"The bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept in!"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

The Executive Inn
Rydges Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle
4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$227 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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! (1,002 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay with families. Breakfast was very nice except coffee system. It’s big hotel but room was noisy. In bathroom, there wasn’t hand washing soap. Every time we need to use from body washing soap because it’s all open systems bathroom."

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

Rydges Newcastle
ibis Newcastle
ibis Newcastle
3.5 out of 5
700 Hunter Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is AU$117 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"very quiet"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

ibis Newcastle
Crystalbrook Kingsley
Crystalbrook Kingsley
4.5 out of 5
282 King St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$230 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
"Josh and Crystal were lovely to deal with, nothing was a problem for them."

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025

Crystalbrook Kingsley
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Little National Hotel Newcastle
4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$166 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (264 reviews)
"We called this room our "Star Trek" room as the tech in the room was quite amazing. The location was a bit off the beaten tourist track, but that was part of what we liked about it. Amazing view, close to the boardwalk on the water, exceptional staff and very comfy bed. Would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle East

Newcastle showing a bay or harbour, a sunset 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 Worimi Conservation Lands.

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The Hill

Travellers 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 Civic Park and Newcastle Art Gallery.

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Bar Beach

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

Bar Beach
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Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

Merewether
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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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