Waratah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

AU$100
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

AU$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Our pick of the best Waratah Hotel Deals

Frankie Manor is a unique pet friendly Tiny home located in Waratah.

Frankie Manor is a unique pet friendly Tiny home located in Waratah.

Waratah NSW
The price is AU$176 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$176
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street Reserve are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Fantastic place for an overnight stop over! Thank you"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Frankie Manor is a unique pet friendly Tiny home located in Waratah.
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$198 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$198
26 July - 27 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! (754 reviews)
"A modern tech equipped hotel. Great location. Good breakfast at the hotel's Monte Cafe."

Reviewed on 21 July 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$202 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$202
23 July - 24 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! (919 reviews)
"Good location. Nice staff. Expensive."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is AU$125 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$125
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (1,969 reviews)
"10 out of 10 recommended"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$205 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$205
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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. ...
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$220 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$220
11 Aug - 12 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

NOAH'S On The Beach
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Our guide on where to stay in Waratah

Find the best Waratah areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

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.

A modern cylindrical building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by a plaza with colorful planters and a café.

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.

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