Shortland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stay near popular Shortland attractions

Hunter Valley Private Hospital

If Hunter Valley Private Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newcastle.
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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
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

AU$110
per adult
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

AU$100
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Loop the Lake Cruise

Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch

AU$95
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch
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 Shortland Hotel Deals

Shortland Budget Accommodation

Shortland Budget Accommodation

3 out of 5
269 Sandgate Road Shortland NSW
The price is AU$78 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$78
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (228 reviews)
"Easy access, Comfortable beds, free parking and great meals."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Shortland Budget Accommodation
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$209 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$209
8 Nov - 9 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 AU$233 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$233
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
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 AU$259 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$259
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
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 AU$209 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$209
1 Nov - 2 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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We have stayed here frequently lately due to ease of access, rooms, parking and restaurant on site"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is AU$96 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$96
2 Nov - 3 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,998 reviews)
"The room was quiet small but serviceable. The bathroom door was very hard to close. We found several bugs and small cockroaches in the room. Parking was terrible! We had to park quite a way from our room as the space in front of it was already taken, there is major renovations taking place that we ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
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Our guide on where to stay in Shortland

Find the best Shortland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shortland
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A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
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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.

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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.

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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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