Newcastle West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
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.
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 waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
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.
Horseshoe Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Horseshoe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newcastle. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch
Lake Cruise and Nature Walk in Lake Macquarie
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Top hotels in Newcastle West
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Early check in was most appreciated. Paying extra for bigger room was well worthwhile. Special mention to Linda and Riley for friendly and excellent service.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Mercure Newcastle
Great location as it is shops around and accessible public transport. Also okay with the self check-in & check-out process. Only downside was the room was not properly clened/inspected as we found rubbish in the room's bin from previous occupants. Noise from rooms above and accross can also be heard, ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
ibis Newcastle
great stay
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Quest Newcastle West
Very large 2 bed apartment with separate office desk area, disabled facilities, easy parking, ultra quiet, close to shops, restaurants and transport
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Quest Newcastle
good place
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Newcastle Central Plaza
Booked a single room apartment, was given a 2 bedroom apartment for the same price. Giant showers in the bathroom, big bath tub. A really great room for the price! Close to 2 shopping centers. Would definitely stay again though.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle West
Newcastle City Centre
If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Cooks Hill
Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.
Bar Beach
Travellers like the beaches in Bar Beach, and Merewether Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.
The Hill
The Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.
Merewether
Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.
