Carrington Travel Guide

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Newcastle which includes a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

4.5/5(558 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Newcastle Beach
Merewether Beach

Merewether Beach

4.5/5(500 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Merewether Beach
Blacksmiths Beach

Blacksmiths Beach

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

Blacksmiths Beach
Merewether Ocean Baths

Merewether Ocean Baths

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.

Merewether Ocean Baths
Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park

4.5/5(146 reviews)

Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle showing general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Activities

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

AU$70
per adult
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

AU$100
per adult
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

AU$295
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
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Our pick of the best Carrington Hotel Deals

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$174 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$174
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (503 reviews)
"Love staying there when I am up for work."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$207 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$207
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"All areas were looking clean, atmosphere was appropriate for kids, breakfast was gifted to us and we loved the views to the harbour. Having a pool was fun. We would like to come back."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Rydges Newcastle
Crystalbrook Kingsley

Crystalbrook Kingsley

4.5 out of 5
282 King St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$235 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$235
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)
"Small rooms for the price per night!!!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Crystalbrook Kingsley
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$219 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$219
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (400 reviews)
"Fantastic! Next time we will stay more than one night!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

QT Newcastle
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
290 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown, NSW
The price is AU$164 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$164
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"I'm travelling for work. There is lots of space in the room and I can easily work in there. Everything is modern & clean. The bed is comfortable. The staff are friendly and professional. I've stayed there multiple times and will go back."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel 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 AU$239 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$239
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Beach view on the 6th floor was amazing. Bed very comfortable. Staff friendly. Room service for dinner was very quick, and food was beautiful. Spent 2 relaxing nights!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Carrington

Newcastle showing a garden

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.

Newcastle City Centre
Newcastle featuring general coastal views, a sunset and a bay or harbour

Stockton

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Stockton. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockton Beach or Little Park Beach.

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Newcastle West

Check out the restaurants, shopping and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.

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The Hill

The Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.

The Hill
Newcastle

Cooks Hill

Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.

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Hamilton

Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.

Hamilton

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