The Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Christ Church Cathedral
Admire the Gothic façade, inspect the elegant war memorial and bring your kids to the fun events in Newcastle’s cathedral.
ANZAC Memorial Bridge
After visiting ANZAC Memorial Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newcastle. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
Foreshore Park
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 waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Blacksmiths Beach
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.
Activities
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Newcastle: Country Towns River & Farm Tour with BBQ
Our pick of the best The Hill Hotel Deals
The Executive Inn
Room really clean, housekeeping staff do a great job. Pool lovely, well kept. Issue with renovations in room above us that nobody told us about it at check in, d/w reception, apologies made, compensation given, just not what we'd expect, especially given good service on numerous previous visits. ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Rydges Newcastle
Staff were really welcoming.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Room spotless Staff courteous. Bed a bit of a challenge. Very comfortable but hard to get up and around
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Crystalbrook Kingsley
Five star all the way. Keep up the awesome work Crystalbrook!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
NOAH'S On The Beach
Room was clean. Entertainment was great, Foxtel movie etc. Just negative about room service. Coffee served in take away cups in rooms. $5 extra charge.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
No free parking at the hotel Should be included with the stay. If staying more then 2 days
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Hill
Cooks Hill
Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.
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.
Bar Beach
Travellers like the beaches in Bar Beach, and Merewether Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
