Buttaba Travel Guide

Newcastle

I live here and there's a park right on the shore of Lake Macquarie (Australia's largest salt water lake, as in one that actually has water in it all the time).  
There's a lovely park, sadly without facilities, just down the road and it's a wonderful spot to shoot sunrises or view some bird life.
I live here and there's a park right on the shore of Lake Macquarie (Australia's largest salt water lake, as in one that actually has water in it all the time).  
There's a lovely park, sadly without facilities, just down the road and it's a wonderful spot to shoot sunrises or view some bird life.
One of the things I'm interested in is nature photography.  When I moved to Buttaba I discovered a grevillea in a park not too far away and the honeyeaters love it.
This is an eastern spinebill.  Apart from small raptors this is about the only bird I know that hovers in Australia.  It's not as competent as a hummingbird but it still made for a nice photo.
Nothing like a sunset; well, except a sunrise that is, and what better place to snap one than reflected in Australia's largest salt water lake (as in one with water actually in it) - Lake Macquarie.

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Buttaba

The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is Rp1.830.621 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
Rp1.830.621
Rp2.013.719 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (999 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff and great facilities.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

The Executive Inn
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St Newcastle NSW
The price is Rp2.364.244 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp2.364.244
Rp2.600.668 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Hi, ROOM 409 The cleaning person left the dirty towels inside a laundry bag in the kitchen. Plus did not tidy the living area. Also did not take away the ice jug and left it outside our door. I was expecting a better service. Thanks

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Rydges Newcastle
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is Rp938.774 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp938.774
Rp1.032.651 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,928 reviews)
- Stained carpet - Shower door doesn’t shut and water goes all over the bathroom floor - big slip hazard. -Kitchen tiles - greasy/sticky -No bedside tables -Felt very unsafe in and around the building - lot’s of junkies and dodgy people around. -Woke up to someone screaming one night -Terrible parking, ...

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street Newcastle West NSW
The price is Rp1.675.619 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.675.619
Rp1.843.181 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Good service

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW
The price is Rp1.728.428 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.728.428
Rp1.728.428 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 Newcastle ...
7.6/10 Good! (874 reviews)
Absolutely fantastic

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
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 Rp2.227.990 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.227.990
Rp2.450.836 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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)
Comfortable room with a fantastic view of the beach. Parking underneath is good and we enjoyed eating at the restaurant both nights we were there. We had breakfast at the beach kiosk across the road and watched the surfers while we had our coffee, bliss! We will be back.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

NOAH'S On The Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Buttaba

F2DT5N On the waterfront at Toronto

Toronto

Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

Toronto
Rock formations in NSW 👌🏼

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.

Swansea
Houses lining the shoreline at Lake Macquarie illuminated by late afternoon sunlight

Belmont

Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.

Belmont
#Springfun cool caves at Lake Macquarie

Blacksmiths

Travellers like the beaches in Blacksmiths, and Blacksmiths Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Blacksmiths
Tip: Go to remote places to find new perspectives to shoot #LifeAtExpedia

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.

Caves Beach
Speers Point NSW ❤️ an hour an a half north of Sydney 😄

Speers Point

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Speers Point. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Macquarie or The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground.

Speers Point


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