Buttaba Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

I live here and there's a park right on the shore of Lake Macquarie (Australia's largest salt water lake, as in one that actually has water in it all the time).  
There's a lovely park, sadly without facilities, just down the road and it's a wonderful spot to shoot sunrises or view some bird life.
I live here and there's a park right on the shore of Lake Macquarie (Australia's largest salt water lake, as in one that actually has water in it all the time).  
There's a lovely park, sadly without facilities, just down the road and it's a wonderful spot to shoot sunrises or view some bird life.
One of the things I'm interested in is nature photography.  When I moved to Buttaba I discovered a grevillea in a park not too far away and the honeyeaters love it.
This is an eastern spinebill.  Apart from small raptors this is about the only bird I know that hovers in Australia.  It's not as competent as a hummingbird but it still made for a nice photo.
Nothing like a sunset; well, except a sunrise that is, and what better place to snap one than reflected in Australia's largest salt water lake (as in one with water actually in it) - Lake Macquarie.

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The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is AU$176 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$176
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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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! (1,004 reviews)
The convience of the location

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Executive Inn
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$145 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$145
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Newcastle ...
7.6/10 Good! (881 reviews)
it was a great stay and easy to access the hotel and rooms as well as the rooms being very clean and fresh.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
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 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$163
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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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! (634 reviews)
Small room but with a big personality. Room was clean, stylish and bed was comfy. A bit of a tight squeeze for two but would be perfect for a solo trip. Housekeeping staff were lovely. Front desk staff were lukewarm but efficient.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Little National Hotel 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 AU$165 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$165
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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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! (1,003 reviews)
Clean lovely rooms

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Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is AU$97 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$97
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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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! (1,917 reviews)
Dirty rooms, cockroaches, nightmare parking and friends who booked a room for 4 were given a room with one bed and told nothing could be done

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$222 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$222
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Hi, ROOM 409 The cleaning person left the dirty towels inside a laundry bag in the kitchen. Plus did not tidy the living area. Also did not take away the ice jug and left it outside our door. I was expecting a better service. Thanks

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Rydges Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Buttaba

F2DT5N On the waterfront at Toronto

Toronto

Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

Toronto
Rock formations in NSW 👌🏼

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.

Swansea
Houses lining the shoreline at Lake Macquarie illuminated by late afternoon sunlight

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.

Belmont
#Springfun cool caves at Lake Macquarie

Blacksmiths

Travellers like the beaches in Blacksmiths, and Blacksmiths Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Blacksmiths
Tip: Go to remote places to find new perspectives to shoot #LifeAtExpedia

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.

Caves Beach
Speers Point NSW ❤️ an hour an a half north of Sydney 😄

Speers Point

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Speers Point. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Macquarie or The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground.

Speers Point


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