Swansea Travel Guide

Newcastle

Photo by Lauren Abela
Photo by Lauren Abela

Popular places to visit

Newcastle showing a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Newcastle Beach
Merewether Beach

Merewether Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Merewether Beach
Blacksmiths Beach

Blacksmiths Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

Blacksmiths Beach
Merewether Ocean Baths

Merewether Ocean Baths

Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.

Merewether Ocean Baths
Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle showing general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Things to do

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Rp3.153.376
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Rp1.068.941
per adult
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Loop the Lake Cruise

Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise

Rp1.015.494
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Newcastle Cruise Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Newcastle Cruise Port

Rp6.294.493
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Newcastle Cruise Port
Skydive Sydney-Newcastle up to 15,000ft Tandem Skydive

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

Rp4.265.074
per adult
From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach
Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach

Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach

Rp1.229.282
per adult
Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach
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Top hotels in Swansea

Swansea Hotel

Swansea Hotel

3 out of 5
196 Pacific Hwy, Swansea, NSW
The price is Rp857.943 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp857.943
Rp943.737 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (185 reviews)
"The hotel was having major renovations so there was a lot of disruptions. My room was clean, bathroom, water pressure, hot water, a/c & TV reception all top class. The shared kitchen, bathrooms & lounge areas in the accommodation section need work, but I think that will be part of the overall renos. ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Swansea Hotel
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.592.882 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.592.882
Rp1.752.170 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (469 reviews)
"Great hotel with good amenities. Staff was friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.455.611 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.455.611
Rp1.601.172 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We love staying at the Holiday Inn Newcastle. Its clean, modern, hospitality and local to shops and other amenities. Overall I would return knowing we’ll receive the same level of service, venue standards and hospitality. Only small downsides is cost of parking and variety of breakfast options."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is Rp1.997.330 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.997.330
Rp2.197.105 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Historic industrial waterfront, large comfortable room, enthusiastic staff, view over the water."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Rydges Newcastle
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road, New Lambton, NSW
The price is Rp1.688.760 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
Rp1.688.760
Rp1.857.678 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Convenient to what we want to do"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Executive Inn
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street, Newcastle, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.138.573 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.138.573
Rp2.352.451 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (374 reviews)
Just chill
"Qt is very modern has a roof top bar which is very relaxing and the staff were very friendly and helpful which was great as i arrived after a long drive and everything went smoothly which made my stay Just what needed my room had a bath what more could I ask for 👍"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

QT Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Swansea

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Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Lake Macquarie or Catherine Hill Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Caves Beach
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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
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Catherine Hill Bay

If you're spending some time in Catherine Hill Bay, Catherine Hill Beach and Moonee Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Catherine Hill Bay
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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
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Bennetts Green

Though Bennetts Green may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Blacksmiths Beach and Charlestown Square.

Bennetts Green
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Warners Bay

Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Warners Bay

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