Lakelands Travel Guide

Newcastle

Things to do

Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

฿4,145
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

฿787
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

฿1,967
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

฿2,314
per adult
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

฿787
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
three inflated hot air balloons in Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

฿8,540
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
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Top hotels in Lakelands

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿3,864 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,864
฿4,251 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (750 reviews)
"Great stay, easy parking, friendly staff and in a fabulous spot."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿3,778 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,778
฿3,778 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Maritime ...
7.6/10 Good! (917 reviews)
"I have stayed here many times and always had the best service so not sure what has changed. Paid for early check in 12pm and wasn’t in my room until just before 1pm. Arranged for private airport transfer which didn’t turn up on our departure and almost missed our flights and waited over an hour on ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is ฿2,189 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,189
฿2,408 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ...
Jesmond Executive Villas
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is ฿3,904 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿3,904
฿4,294 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Nice and simple"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

The Executive Inn
NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach

4 out of 5
Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street Newcastle East NSW
The price is ฿4,820 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿4,820
฿5,302 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

NOAH'S On The Beach
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿4,723 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿4,723
฿5,195 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (514 reviews)
"Fabulous position- loved the valet parking. Staff here very helpful and our room was fantastic. Great shower!! Breakfast was substantial and delicious Thankyou QT"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

QT Newcastle
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Where to stay in Lakelands

Find the best Lakelands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into clear turquoise waters with people sunbathing and swimming.

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.

A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

A calm waterfront with a pier extending into the water, boats docked, and a clear sky.

Toronto

Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Charlestown. Check out Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring the area.

A beach scene viewed through a cave opening.
Photo by Lauren Abela
Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Swansea

While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

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