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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Newcastle, Australia

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Featuring free WiFi, The Lucky Hotel is located in the heart of Newcastle, just 5-minute walk from popular Wharf Road and its range of cafes, shops and restaurants. Local swimming beaches such as Newcastle Beach and Nobbys Beach are just a 4-minute drive away.

Central location Comfortable room with clean bathroom

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8.4
Very good
2,249 reviews
Price from
€ 102
per night

Just an 8-minute walk from the sandy shores of Newcastle Beach, Terminus Apartment Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection offers self-contained apartments. Some feature a balcony with beautiful harbour or city views. Queens Wharf Light Rail Station is 150 metres away.

We were blown away by Terminus, which more than exceeded our expectations. The location is second to none - right across the road from the old Newcastle Station with its abundance of coffee shops, boutiques, and market stalls. It's also within walking distance of a number of pubs, Newcastle Beach, and multiple Light Rail stations. The room was large and comfortable, with modern conveniences and all you'd need for an extended stay. We particularly liked the balcony with a view of the city, the big bed, and the small touches such as a welcome bag of snacks and the way housekeeping decorated our bed to make it look like our daughter's stuffed animal was reading books. The front desk staff were always warm and courteous too. We've already booked a return trip next month!

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8.9
Fabulous
1,404 reviews
Price from
€ 119
per night

Just a 3-minute drive from Merewether Beach, guests enjoy free WiFi, BBQ facilities at Merewether Motel. All refurbished rooms feature a satellite Smart TV.

Merewether Motel is a 5-minute drive from Merewether Golf Club and a 6-minute drive from the heart of Newcastle. Hunter Stadium is an 8-minute drive away.

The place is nice withfriendly staff, clean room, it has all things that traveller needs.

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8.5
Very good
1,861 reviews
Price from
€ 99
per night

Just a 10-minute drive from the heart of Newcastle, guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool at The Executive Inn, Newcastle. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and in the reception area. There are 12 dining options to choose from.

Room was beautiful, very clean and appreciated the daily effort of housekeeping staff. Room service for lunch and dinner was delicious and fast. Pool layout was awesome, lots of space both in pool and out.

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8
Very good
2,518 reviews
Price from
€ 110
per night

Crown on Darby Newcastle boasts modern and stylish décor with LED down lighting. Located in central Newcastle, it offers apartments with a large flat-screen TV and free luxury toiletries.

All apartments feature tastefully furnished living and dining areas, a spacious balcony or terrace, and a private bathroom. Each also includes air conditioning, a microwave, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Staff were friendly and nothing was a problem And locality was great The apartment was huge

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8.6
Fabulous
1,633 reviews
Price from
€ 132
per night

Located directly on the historic Newcastle harbour front, Rydges Newcastle boasts a range of well-appointed guest rooms with spectacular views, plus an on-site restaurant and 25-metre pool, fitness centre located next door to the hotel.

Perfect location. The front desk staff were great and they had a good breakfast buffet.

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8
Very good
2,398 reviews
Price from
€ 124
per night

Offering free WiFi access, The Gateway Inn, Newcastle is just a 10-minute drive from Newcastle CBD. Guests enjoy free access to the attached fitness club, Balance Collective, which features an indoor lap pool.

The location was great, very convenient having a club nearby. Check in and out was very quick and easy.

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8.2
Very good
978 reviews
Price from
€ 116
per night

Only 5 minutes’ drive from central Newcastle, Junction Hotel boasts a restaurant, bar and accommodation with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen satellite TV.

Open daily, The Junction Hotel Bar and Restaurant serves a tasty menu including, burgers, ribs and crispy-skinned Barramundi. The bar offers a selection of cold beers and quality wines.

clean, beautifully presented and quiet

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8.9
Fabulous
371 reviews
Price from
€ 122
per night

Featuring a private balcony with outdoor seating and lovely park or garden views, Charlestown Apartments are just 5 minutes’ drive from Charlestown Golf Club. The property features a guest laundry, and free parking is available on site.

Very modern, clean and very comfortable

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8.7
Fabulous
861 reviews
Price from
€ 94
per night

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Newcastle Beach, Grand Hotel features a restaurant, a bar and free WiFi. It offers rooms with a flat-screen TV.

Grand Hotel Newcastle is a 10 minute shuttle ride from Newcastle Train Station. Stockton Beach and Newcastle Airport are each a 25-minute drive away.

Rooms look out onto a private verandah, perfect for catching a glimpse of the sunrise over the nearby reserve. It’s easy to walk from the light rail stop to the Grand. There are several eateries nearby as well. Hunter St Mall is a mess with construction, but not a sound can be heard at the hotel. A menu item that may not remain on the list, sadly, is the lightly pickled peach with farro & feta over a bed of baby arugula. And this is a safe & welcoming place for a single female traveler.

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7.9
Good
1,212 reviews
Price from
€ 91
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Avg. price/night: € 150.02
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,129 reviews
    Location fab short walk to theatre and honeysuckle and beach st knobby’s beach. Interior design beautiful and layout of rooms perfect. Front of house staff professional warm and friendly. Car valet parking and elec charging of car.
    Jane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 121.40
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,249 reviews
    Ideal location right on tram stop. Lovely little touches like sleep easy teabags and chocolate pretzel. Excellent toiletries. Friendly staff on reception. The restaurant area looked stylish and I loved the accommodations interior design. All in all, a lovely boutique style room with comfortable bed. Highly recommend if staying in Newcastle.
    rachel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 153.20
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,568 reviews
    Stayed at the Crystalbrook Kingsley to celebrate my sisters birthday for the weekend. Lovely touch with a drink voucher in our room on arrival. Staff very polite, friendly and helpful. Beautiful clean, comfortable rooms with stylish interior design/great bathroom and luxury shower products. Easy use of valet service to park car. Great location to cafes, restaurants and the beach. Amazing bar on the rooftop with great views and ambience that we enjoyed a few pre-dinner drinks at. Wish we had stayed longer! Would definitely stay here again
    Melissa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 150.02
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,129 reviews
    The QT in Newcastle is a very upbeat, modern, well designed luxury hotel, the artwork and cool elevator and hallway music keeps the vibe happening, exceptional staff, a real treat.
    Adam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 174.65
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,404 reviews
    stylish and well appointed and also super comfortable! stunning views, the staff were so lovely and accomodating. it’s a great location also. I will definitely be back!
    Clairanne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 116.43
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 173 reviews
    The attention to detail of this place, everything has been thought of to ensure guests feel at home, love the chocolates on the pillow, the interior design was very much appreciated and even down to the phone charger options. Loved Netflix was also available a really nice touch! Thank you for looking after me so well!
    Donna
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 153.20
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,568 reviews
    Interiors, design, comfort. Lovely bathroom, good natural light. Excellent location.
    DIANNE
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 153.20
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,568 reviews
    Decor was lovely, comfortable and well thought out. The room wasn't a large room but was so well done you didn't mind. Congrats to the design team. Really lovely. I loved the recycling bin too - at last a motel who has one! All in all it was a lovely room and I would definately stay again.
    Megan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 153.20
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,568 reviews
    the interior design was impeccable.
    Lidija
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 18 reviews
    Great location, very clean, very comfortable beds, stylish modern design
    A
    Abby
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