65Spot Score
Terminus Apartment Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Where to Stay · Newcastle
Bright units, some with balconies, in a casual apartment hotel offering a lounge & free Wi-Fi.
4.7(505)· GoogleView details →
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27 where to stay in Newcastle match the selected filters. Details come from each venue's published information; unknown attributes never count as a match.
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65Spot Score
Spicers Guesthouse
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Spicers Guesthouse is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 609 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
4.7(609)· GoogleView details →
63Spot Score
Hotel Nelson
Where to Stay · Nelson Bay
Hotel Nelson is a place to stay in Nelson Bay, Newcastle. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 743 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
4.5(743)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Elfin Hill Tourist Accommodation within the Hunter Valley Vineyards
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Tranquil lodging with warm rooms & mountain views, plus a guest lounge, BBQs & a saltwater pool.
4.8(139)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Chateau Elan at The Vintage Hunter Valley
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Chateau Elan at The Vintage Hunter Valley is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1200 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
4.3(1,200)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Pokolbin Village Estate
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Polished rooms and apartments offering private verandas, plus a shopping village and a pool.
4.4(1,017)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Thistle Hill Guest house, walk to wineries, restaurants & breweries
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Thistle Hill Guest house, walk to wineries, restaurants & breweries is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 159 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
4.8(159)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
NRMA Stockton Beach Holiday Park
Where to Stay · Stockton
NRMA Stockton Beach Holiday Park is a place to stay in Stockton, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1045 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
4.3(1,045)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
Spicers Vineyards Estate
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Spicers Vineyards Estate is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 258 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
4.6(258)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Fern Bay Motel
Where to Stay · Fern Bay
Relaxed rooms in a laid-back venue offering BBQ facilities, Wi-Fi & free parking.
4.4(433)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Hunter Valley Resort + Farm
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Secluded resort on a family-run vineyard, featuring a restaurant/bar & wine-making lessons.
4.2(1,256)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Wanderers Retreat Port Stephens
Spas · Boat Harbour
Low-key cottages in a serene eco-resort featuring an outdoor pool, BBQ areas & koala habitat.
4.4(247)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
The Carriages Boutique Hotel & Vineyard
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
The Carriages Boutique Hotel & Vineyard is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 85 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
4.8(85)· GoogleView details →
58Spot Score
Merewether Motel
Where to Stay · Merewether
Merewether Motel is a place to stay in Merewether, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 351 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
4.3(351)· GoogleView details →
58Spot Score
The Landmark Nelson Bay | Luxury Accommodation
Where to Stay · Nelson Bay
Casual apartments with kitchenettes in a casual resort property featuring dining & an outdoor pool.
4.1(709)· GoogleView details →
57Spot Score
Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments
Where to Stay · Nelson Bay
Bright 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, plus an outdoor pool and hot tub.
4.2(349)· GoogleView details →
57Spot Score
Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill, Hunter Valley
Where to Stay · Pokolbin
Laid-back hotel with a restaurant, an outdoor pool & gardens featuring seating, plus free Wi-Fi.
4.0(817)· GoogleView details →
56Spot Score
Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
Where to Stay · Nelson Bay
Budget option offering subdued suites with kitchenettes, plus an outdoor saltwater pool.
4.2(241)· GoogleView details →
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Where you stay shapes the trip. Newcastle's options run from central hotels within walking distance of the action to quieter neighbourhood stays and serviced apartments. Book early for peak periods and major events.
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The where to stay on this page are ordered by Spot Score, which combines attributed Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently the details were re-checked against their sources. The highest scorers appear first.
How is the Newcastle where to stay ranking decided?+
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We currently list 27 where to stay across Newcastle and surrounding suburbs. Venues are added over time and details are re-checked against their published sources; please confirm hours with the venue before you go.