Bar Beach Travel Guide

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A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a road leading to the sea.
A coastal beach with waves, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.
A surfer riding a large wave in the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky shoreline, and a town in the background.
A coastal landscape with cliffs, a beach, and buildings on the hillside.

Stay near popular Bar Beach attractions

Bar Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bar Beach during your trip to Newcastle? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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Activities

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

AU$85
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

AU$179
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

AU$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
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Our pick of the best Bar Beach Hotel Deals

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$163 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$163
12 July - 13 July
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! (743 reviews)
"Awesome hotel, good enmities and really clean. The library is also awesome if you need to do any work."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$160 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$160
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Maritime ...
7.6/10 Good! (914 reviews)
"The property was difficult to locate on arrival in the dark. There was no illuminated signage. The apartment was clean and bright, but it had some strange features and inadequacies. The dining setting was more like heavy garden furniture, and the bed only just fitted into the narrow bedroom. A desk ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is AU$99 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$99
20 July - 21 July
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,961 reviews)
"Third world management in Oz. Try them and see for yourself. Used to be ok, not now."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is AU$179 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$179
19 July - 20 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Will use again."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

The Executive Inn
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 AU$204 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$204
31 July - 1 Aug
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)
"I often stay at this hotel for work and it is always pleasant, relaxing and lovely (especially the beach view!). Breakfast was however VERY DISAPPOINTING. Staff were not warm or friendly and the buffet food was basic and quite uninspiring. Although it was possible to ask for a custom omelet, I asked ..."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

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 AU$169 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$169
12 July - 13 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast very good. Room clean and practical, staff very obliging have stayed before and is our go to for Newcastle."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Bar Beach

Find the best Bar Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Bar Beach
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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 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, Lake Macquarie or Belmont Golf Course are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

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.

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.

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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