The Hill Travel Guide

Newcastle

A coastal cityscape at sunset with a staircase leading down to the beach.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent lighthouse on a hill, a beach, and modern buildings.
A pedestrian bridge with a unique design, a grassy park area, and a clear sky.
A pedestrian bridge with a railing, a sign with the number 19, and a view of the sea and cliffs in the background.
A boardwalk with people silhouetted against a sunset sky.

Stay near popular The Hill attractions

A large red brick church with multiple towers and a clock.

Christ Church Cathedral

8.4/10 (14 reviews)
Admire the Gothic façade, inspect the elegant war memorial and bring your kids to the fun events in Newcastle’s cathedral.
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Things to do

Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

฿4,217
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

฿2,001
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

฿2,355
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Picture 3 for Activity Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

฿801
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Port Stephens: Shark, Ray and Reptile Experience Ticket

Port Stephens: Shark, Ray and Reptile Experience Ticket

฿1,060
per adult
Port Stephens: Shark, Ray and Reptile Experience Ticket
Newcastle: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Live Music

Newcastle: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Live Music

฿2,826
per adult
Newcastle: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Live Music
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Top hotels in The Hill

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿4,628 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,628
฿5,091 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (815 reviews)
"Amazing communal work/lounge spaces. Comfortable, high-tech pod-style rooms with quality fixtures and fittings. Deliciously comfortable bed. Not thrilled about 35 dollar nightly fee to park in their own building, but I guess that is the way things are going...."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿4,610 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,610
฿5,071 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿5,766 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,766
฿6,343 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
NOAH'S On The Beach
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is ฿4,319 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿4,319
฿4,750 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great pools for families and non families. Location was 10 minutes drive from Honeysuckle dock which was easy. The club next door had an indoor babies and toddler play area too"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is ฿2,740 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,740
฿3,014 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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
Crown on Darby

Crown on Darby

4 out of 5
101 Darby Street Cooks Hill NSW
The price is ฿3,304 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,304
฿3,634 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,635 reviews)
"everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Crown on Darby
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Where to stay in The Hill

Find the best The Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 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.

A modern cylindrical building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by a plaza with colorful planters and a café.

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.

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.

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