Rathmines Travel Guide

Newcastle

Popular places to visit

Newcastle showing a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Newcastle Beach
Merewether Beach

Merewether Beach

5/5(3 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

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
Merewether Ocean Baths

Merewether Ocean Baths

5/5(1 review)

Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.

Merewether Ocean Baths
Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle showing general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

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

Things to do

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

฿714
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

฿2,101
per adult
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

฿1,471
per adult
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

฿714
per adult
Maitland's True Crime Tour
three inflated hot air balloons in Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

฿7,752
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Wine Tasting Fun

Hunter Valley Small Group Luxury Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

฿4,937
per adult
Hunter Valley Small Group Luxury Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney
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Top hotels in Rathmines

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is ฿3,647 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,647
฿4,011 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (515 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay at the Little National Hotel in Newcastle! While the rooms are modern, clean, and the bed is easily one of the most comfortable we've ever slept in, the staff are the real stars of the show."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is ฿4,641 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,641
฿5,105 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location close to town. Noisy on street side overnight."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Rydges Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street, Newcastle, NSW
The price is ฿4,734 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,734
฿5,207 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (404 reviews)
"Classy hotel. Friendly & professional staff. Parking could be better."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

QT Newcastle
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 ฿4,138 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,138
฿4,552 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great beach view"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is ฿3,059 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,059
฿3,365 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast options could have been more varied,for cereal, pancakes?"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

3 out of 5
200 Main Road, Toukley, NSW
The price is ฿3,745 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,745
฿4,120 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Toukley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (303 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay overall. The only downside was that the air conditioning wasn’t cool enough. Otherwise, the restaurant, food, and ambience were all really good."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Rathmines

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Toronto

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

Toronto
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Belmont

Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.

Belmont
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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.

Swansea
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Caves Beach

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

Caves Beach
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Warners Bay

Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Warners Bay
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Gateshead

Travellers like the restaurants in Gateshead, and Carbeen Street Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Gateshead

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