Newcastle Hotels

Not one to be outshone by its more prominent neighbours, Sydney and Canberra, Newcastle holds its own fort in Australia's most densely-populated state of New South Wales (NSW). Not only can Newcastle be remembered for Fort Scratchley – Australia's only fort to go into WWII action, the port city is also one of the largest exporters of coal to the world. The harbour bustles with leisure-seekers and people watching the world go by from quayside cafés.

Ride the waves at Newcastle's many fine beaches. In between surfs at Nobby's Beach, take a walk to Nobby's Lighthouse or the historic Soldier's Bath, a bathing pool built from coastal rocks. Find your bearings from the Obelisk, sitting atop a knoll overlooking the Lower Hunter region. The conical tower was built on the site where an old windmill once stood as a guiding mark for sailors. Book a hotel now and discover the charms of Newcastle.