Best Where to Stay in Newcastle (2026)
From the everyday to the indulgent, here are 93 of the best where to stay in Newcastle. Each pick is scored on reputation, popularity and how current our information is, so you can choose somewhere brilliant without the guesswork. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, price or features.
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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Quest Newcastle West Apartment Hotel
Quest Newcastle West Apartment Hotel is a place to stay in Newcastle, Newcastle. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 290 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
291 on King
291 on King is a place to stay in Newcastle, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 135 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Sunnyside Tavern
$Modern lodging with a bar, a guest kitchenette and a pub-style restaurant with a terrace.
The Gateway Inn, Newcastle
Warm quarters, some with kitchenettes, in a polished property adjoining an entertainment venue.
The Convent Hunter Valley Boutique Hotel
Posh hotel featuring 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool & a tennis court, plus an on-site winery.
Boatrowers Hotel
Informal adults-only hotel featuring a restaurant with a terrace, plus a relaxed bar & free Wi-Fi.
Côte D'Azur Resort
Bright apartments with kitchens and balconies, a pool with terrace, a gym, a sauna, and parking.
Novotel Newcastle Beach
Modern hotel featuring laid-back rooms, some with balconies, plus a bistro, a sauna & a gym.
The Grand Hotel
Classic pub dating to 1891 featuring low-key rooms, bistro dining & regular live entertainment.
Merewether Motel
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.
The Landmark Nelson Bay | Luxury Accommodation
Casual apartments with kitchenettes in a casual resort property featuring dining & an outdoor pool.
Grapevines Boutique Accommodation
Grapevines Boutique Accommodation is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 73 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay is a place to stay in Nelson Bay, Newcastle. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 1372 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Mantra Nelson Bay
Contemporary apartments at a laid-back resort with a lagoon–style pool, a hot tub and BBQ areas.
Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments
Bright 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, plus an outdoor pool and hot tub.
Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens
Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens is a place to stay in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 985 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Maitland Showground
Maitland Showground is a place to stay in Maitland, Newcastle. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 466 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill, Hunter Valley
Laid-back hotel with a restaurant, an outdoor pool & gardens featuring seating, plus free Wi-Fi.
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Read guide →Where to Stay in Newcastle — FAQs
What are the best where to stay in Newcastle?+
Our top-rated where to stay in Newcastle are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Newcastle where to stay ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter where to stay by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many where to stay are listed in Newcastle?+
We currently feature 93 where to stay across Newcastle and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.