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A modern lobby with a leather sofa, round tables, and potted plants.

1. Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
4.5 star property
Charlestown, 5.2 km from Macquarie Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, spacious and quiet. Convenient restaurant with great staff."
Australia
Richard
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
A modern room with a balcony, a round table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a plate of grapes.

2. Macquarie 4 Star

Macquarie 4 Star
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Macquarie Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Convenient location with walking distance to train station and Club Macquarie just next door. Spacious rooms and king size beds suit family bookings."
Australia
Shu
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Macquarie 4 Star
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a glass table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

3. Warners At The Bay

Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
Warners Bay, 2 km from Macquarie Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Love staying here, always lovely - great sized rooms"
Australia
Sara
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Warners At The Bay
A mirror with a wooden frame, a decorative wall piece, and a shelf with glassware and potted plants.

4. The Esplanade Motel

The Esplanade Motel
3.0 star property
Warners Bay, 3.7 km from Macquarie Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (644 reviews)
"Good location. Room was small, it was very clean, bathroom modernised, and everything we needed. An enjoyable stay."
Australia
Alison
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Esplanade Motel
A breakfast tray with eggs, ham, toast, and a cup of coffee on a table in a hotel room.

5. Cardiff Motor Inn

Cardiff Motor Inn
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Macquarie Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (307 reviews)
"This motel is top notch. Loved everything about it. Bed was comfy, bathroom was clean and modern, towels were soft, body wash and shampoo were Devine. The location was fantastic. Definitely stay here again. The owners were lovely people as well."
Australia
john
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Cardiff Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a view of a body of water through a large window.

6. Pippi's At The Point

Pippi's At The Point
3.5 star property
2.7 km from Macquarie Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (613 reviews)
"Great property. A gem of a property."
Australia
Nithin
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Pippi's At The Point
A modern hotel with a pool area, including a hot tub and lounge chairs.

7. The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn
4.5 star property
New Lambton, 7.3 km from Macquarie Hills
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, easy parking"
Australia
Anita
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Executive Inn
A row of modern, single-story buildings with closed garage doors, likely residential units.

8. Cardiff Executive Apartments

Cardiff Executive Apartments
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Macquarie Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (701 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Makayla
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cardiff Executive Apartments
A table set for two with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a candle.

9. Mercure Charlestown

Mercure Charlestown
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Macquarie Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The property was much older than the photos on the website. Found an used razor in the bathroom when we checked in. Bin liner wasn't changed everyday, Found a dirty used face wash towel left in bathtub on one of the day we came back. Definitely not an Accor hotels standards"
Australia
Vi ping
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Mercure Charlestown
A nighttime pool area with a statue, potted plants, and a covered seating area.

10. Tantarra Guest House

Tantarra Guest House
3.0 star property
Warners Bay, 3.2 km from Macquarie Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Highly recommend, very comfortable stay. Will definitely stay again. "
Australia
Natalie
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tantarra Guest House
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, green chairs, and a refrigerator.

11. Ibis Budget Newcastle

Ibis Budget Newcastle
3.0 star property
5.1 km from Macquarie Hills
7.0 out of 10, Good, (991 reviews)
"Overall excellent, especially staff."
Australia
Brian
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ibis Budget Newcastle
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outside.

12. Best Western Blackbutt Inn

Best Western Blackbutt Inn
3.5 star property
New Lambton, 6.1 km from Macquarie Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547 reviews)
"My go to place to stay when I’m Newcastle. Staff go above and beyond and the whole place is so clean and comfy"
Australia
Lauren
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Best Western Blackbutt Inn
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a road with a boat marina and greenery.

13. The Brighton Apartments

The Brighton Apartments
3.0 star property
Toronto, 8.4 km from Macquarie Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (466 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay close to the lake and close to the shops and restaurants"
Australia
Christopher Austin
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Brighton Apartments
A door with a sign reading "When staying with us, why not see Newcastle?" and the Surf Beach Motel logo.

14. Surf Beach Motel Newcastle

Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
2.0 star property
Charlestown, 5.1 km from Macquarie Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Clean motel, close to everything, friendly staff."
Australia
Amber
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
A reception area with a tiled counter, a small table, and framed artwork on the walls.

15. Gateshead Tavern Motel

Gateshead Tavern Motel
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Macquarie Hills
7.8 out of 10, Good, (635 reviews)
"It was okay for a night but i will not go back"
Australia
Marlene
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Gateshead Tavern Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a door, and a view of the outside balcony.

16. The Grand Hotel Newcastle

The Grand Hotel Newcastle
4.0 star property
Newcastle City Centre, 13 km from Macquarie Hills
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (957 reviews)
"Location is perfect"
Australia
Anne
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Grand Hotel Newcastle
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

17. NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach
4.0 star property
Newcastle East, 13.6 km from Macquarie Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful beach front location, helpful staff. Great place"
Canada
Michael
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
NOAH'S On The Beach
A balcony with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a sliding glass door.

18. Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Macquarie Hills
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,002 reviews)
"Rooms were tidy, staff were helpful and made our stay enjoyable. Pet friendly rooms. Air conditioning. Easy to get to Newcastle and close to shopping center. Spa bath was broken and staff moved us into another spa room. Renovations and construction at the premises while we were there, noise and sight did not affect our stay. Parking can be an issue."
Australia
Maata
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Jesmond Executive Villas
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a bathroom, and an air conditioning unit.

19. Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie

Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
Belmont, 9.1 km from Macquarie Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Clean new room great location"
Australia
Michael
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
A neatly made bed with white linens and two rolled towels, a dark headboard, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

20. Merewether Motel

Merewether Motel
4.5 star property
Merewether, 9.8 km from Macquarie Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (831 reviews)
"Clean room, quiet and very convenient!"
Australia
Yvette
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Merewether Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Macquarie Hills

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern room with a balcony, a round table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a plate of grapes.
Macquarie 4 Star
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
370 reviews
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A breakfast tray with eggs, ham, toast, and a cup of coffee on a table in a hotel room.
Cardiff Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
307 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a leather sofa, round tables, and potted plants.
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a glass table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
A door with a sign reading "When staying with us, why not see Newcastle?" and the Surf Beach Motel logo.
Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
146 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Macquarie Hills

Find the best Macquarie Hills 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.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a clear blue lagoon, a sandy beach, and a bridge connecting two land masses.

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 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 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.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Macquarie Hills?
The best time to go to Macquarie Hills is during the spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) months, when the weather is most pleasant for outdoor activities and exploring the region.

During spring, you'll find comfortable temperatures ranging from the high teens to mid-twenties Celsius, and the natural landscapes are particularly lush and green. It's an excellent time for walking or cycling around Lake Macquarie, which is just a short drive from Macquarie Hills. The local gardens and parks are also in full bloom, offering beautiful scenery for leisurely strolls.

Autumn also provides mild and agreeable weather, with similar temperature ranges to spring. The region experiences less rainfall during these months, making it ideal for enjoying the area's natural attractions without interruption. This period is superb for couples looking for a relaxed getaway, perhaps exploring the nearby vineyards of the Hunter Valley or enjoying a round of golf at one of the local courses.

While summer (December to February) can be popular for those wanting to enjoy the beaches and water sports on Lake Macquarie, temperatures can sometimes reach into the high thirties, which might be too hot for some.
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