The Junction Travel Guide

Newcastle

A sunset over a rocky coastline with waves crashing onto the shore and a chain barrier in the foreground.

Things to do

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

฿1,993
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

฿2,345
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

฿797
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Morpeth River Cruise with Local Produce Tasting

Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return

฿2,803
per adult
Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return
Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

฿4,199
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Port Stephens: Shark, Ray and Reptile Experience Ticket

Port Stephens: Shark, Ray and Reptile Experience Ticket

฿1,055
per adult
Port Stephens: Shark, Ray and Reptile Experience Ticket
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Top hotels in The Junction

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿4,484 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,484
฿4,932 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Little National Hotel Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is ฿4,846 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,846
฿5,330 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (551 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

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 ฿5,512 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,512
฿6,063 total
11 Oct - 12 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

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 ฿4,388 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,388
฿4,827 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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. ...
The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is ฿2,720 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,720
฿2,992 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
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 ฿3,724 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,724
฿4,097 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and comfy bed."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
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Where to stay in The Junction

Find the best The Junction 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 beach with clear water, a lifeguard tower, and a building labeled 'Merewether Ocean Baths'.

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 vineyard with grapevines in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

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 coastal town with houses and boats on the water.

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.

The Junction Travel Guide