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 Rp1.923.196 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp1.923.196
Rp2.115.516 total
15 Feb - 16 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 Rp2.370.996 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp2.370.996
Rp2.608.096 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
10/10! I couldn’t fault a thing. Our stat was very memorable!

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Rydges Newcastle
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 Rp1.677.992 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.677.992
Rp1.845.791 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 ...
9/10 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 Rp1.730.876 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.730.876
Rp1.730.876 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (873 reviews)
Had everything we needed for comfortable stay. Location is very good for walking to shops and restaurants. It was clean. It was good to have a balcony. Paid parking was handy but there were spaces in carpark nearby on Saturday and Sunday.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is Rp941.454 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp941.454
Rp1.035.599 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,923 reviews)
Unit was comfortable, quiet and pristine but stainless steel bin in bathroom had rusty lid which rather detracts from the overall impression. Ironing board cover thin and stained and needs replacing

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
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 Rp2.231.145 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.231.145
Rp2.454.307 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 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


Buttaba Travel Guide