Islington Travel Guide

Newcastle

Popular places to visit

Newcastle showing a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

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

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

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 Islington

Hamilton on Beaumont

Hamilton on Beaumont

3.5 out of 5
25 Beaumont Street, Islington, NSW
The price is ฿3,938 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿3,938
฿4,332 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Newcastle supa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (225 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Great place to stay. Been once before and will book again. Everything clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hamilton on Beaumont
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is ฿3,659 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,659
฿4,025 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (520 reviews)
"Exceptionally clean, modern accommodation. I was most pleasantly surprised by the library which is an excellent co working space - perfect for business travel. There are plenty of dining options within safe walking distance and the staff were really helpful. The only downside is the parking. It’s ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is ฿4,656 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,656
฿5,122 total
19 Oct - 20 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Rydges Newcastle
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 ฿3,262 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,262
฿3,589 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room, staff are very friendly and the breakfast was also very good. Easy walk to the harbour with a number of options for dining and drinks."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
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 ฿4,152 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿4,152
฿4,567 total
26 Oct - 27 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! (1,008 reviews)
"The room so clean, easily getting around so convenient. room with beautiful harbour view."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street, Newcastle, NSW
The price is ฿4,310 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,310
฿4,740 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! (407 reviews)
"Classy hotel. Friendly & professional staff. Parking could be better."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

QT Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Islington

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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
Newcastle showing a park

Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Newcastle City Centre
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Broadmeadow

Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop.

Broadmeadow
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Newcastle West

Check out the restaurants, shopping and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.

Newcastle West
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Mayfield

Mayfield is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle Showground if you have time to explore the area.

Mayfield
Newcastle

Cooks Hill

Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.

Cooks Hill

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