Hotels near Newcastle Council Building, Newcastle

Very disappointed...arrived to find that to park in the hotel we had to pay a $50 valet fee...this was to park in the premises...absolute shambles the poor staff member checking us in had to leave the desk to take a trolley to load our luggage and then park our car....this was at checkin in time...no valet dedicated or luggage staff ...we got back and queue was nearly out the door with many frustrated customers...we ended up Coming down to get our own luggage do not sure why we had to pay? when we arrived no car parks our front or nearby so Don't be fooled by that either .., The thing is when I then read reviews on trip adviser this was a common complaint...management have not addressed... my husband was recovering from major hernia surgery ...cant lift anything more than 5 kgs...the option of parking 10 minutes away was not for us... but why pay $50 to park on the premises then be at the mercy of staff if you forgot something left of the car... was money grabbing ...luggage was not bought up we eventually came down and got our trolley ...rip off and not enough staff.., not 5 star Then in our room we really enjoyed... not... the band ftom the pub next door... once again when I read the reviews on trip advisor a common complaint ...no sound proofing and not addressed ...after reading the bad breakfast reviews we went to rydges st the waterfront....just a short walk away... So the staff are lovely but the management really need to sort out the fundamentals...parking, access to cars, luggage, lack of sound proofing etc... we probably won't we back as you stressful either the car thing ...this is stressful and not 5 star

Great stay at Rydges Newcastle. Awesome location on the harbour. Close to beaches and with ample dining options right on your doorstep. The only let down was the buffet breakfast. Not a great selection of food, and the staff were totally overwhelmed with the breakfast crowd. Food was very slow to come from the egg station and tables were left unclean.

2 days before 3 of us were due to stay at another property in Newcastle, (a 2 bedroom apartment), I was called to say the apartment I had booked (Nouveau on Young) had become unavailable due to the people in it extending their stay. Suffice to say that a heated discussion entailed and even more so when the only alternative they offered was a 1 bedroom apartment with a trundle bed in the lounge room for my 70 year old sister to sleep in, in this so called ”Executive Apartment” in a completely different suburb!! The only recompense the SMUG manager offered was free parking! OR of course the other option of cancelling our booking and getting a refund.... We had booked the other apartment 6 months before our stay as it is very near the Stadium where we were seeing a concert and obviously the whole of Newcastle was booked out by the time it came to 2 days beforehand. This apartment was ok, though not properly cleaned. The bedroom is small, the furniture is old and worn. The verandah not maintained. It certainly isn't big enough for 3 people to stay in comfortably! This company operates a string of properties in Newcastle and I would be wary of receiving any reliability, help, sympathy or recompense regarding your booking.

Awesome accommodation, amazing and compassionate staff (especially Demi). The rooms are always clean. There can be better rooms for the same price/cheaper elsewhere but I always prioritise The Lucky when booking as they always look after us. Additional bonus, they have a lift for accessibility.

The service from all employees was 5 star. All friendly and smiling nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were as you would expect for a QT Hotel and delivered a luxurious experience. There was no top sheet on the bed - which I found a bit odd - but each to their own. I stayed in room 211 and the only issue was a strong sewerage like smell when entering the room - but this dissipated after 5-10min in the room - but it happened each time I entered the room

We stayed here recently! Absolutely gorgeous! Super comfy king size bed, massive windows to look out at the city and lots of space as the room was much larger than I thought it would be. Lovely modern bathroom & kitchen that is well equipped, the little library on level five was such a welcoming place to sit and your staff were friendly, happy and accomodating - especially Laura! Add in complimentary bottle of wine and parking on site, definitely tops off a wonderful stay. We will be back! Thanks! Nicole & Paul

The first stop from Sydney to Brisbane, a very good hotel apartment. The front desk reminded that parking is free on the roadside from 5pm to 9am the next day. The facilities are complete, the sound insulation is very good, the air conditioning at the entrance and the music are all ready. Satisfied

I don’t usually review hotels because there are often too many negatives or the experience is just average. However, The National Hotel Newcastle stands out as a modern hotel that truly embraces 21st-century standards—something all hotels should aim for. The bed was incredibly comfortable, with the best mattress I’ve ever slept on in a hotel, and the pillows were perfect. I’m particular about cleanliness, and I was pleased to find no dust under the bed, thanks to the blocked-off design. There was a little dust on the bed board shelf, especially behind the iPad holder, but nothing major. The TV was large, high-quality, and had internet access, which is always a bonus. The blackout blinds and screen were excellent and operated with the touch of a button. The air conditioning worked well, though it was a little noisy at times, but not excessively so. The bathroom was well-equipped, with all the essentials and a good, hot shower. The contemporary art photography of the local area in both the room and throughout the hotel added a nice touch. The room offered a nice selection of complimentary coffee capsules and tea bags, along with a coffee machine, although the light in the coffee area wasn’t working (or I couldn’t find the switch). I also discovered a safe in the bottom cupboard and a luggage rack by the wardrobe, which at first glance looked like a folded ironing board. The hotel’s library area was a pleasant surprise—bright and open, with free tea, coffee, and three types of drinking water on tap. There were also USB points, charging sockets, and cubicles for private video chats. I appreciated the use of live indoor plants and original photography throughout the hotel. Another thoughtful touch was the drinking water stations located at various points, allowing guests to refill their bottles. The bar and restaurant area was also pleasant, offering a small but satisfying menu and a fully stocked bar. Additionally, the car park had several EV charging spots, making it convenient for electric vehicle owners. Overall, I had a great stay at The National Hotel Newcastle and look forward to returning!

The nearby environment is quiet, and the walking distance to restaurants and supermarkets is acceptable. The hotel rooms are very clean, except that the fitness room is in the basement, which feels a bit cramped.

For a hostel, the Newcastle Beach YHA is a great value for money. Location is perfect, 5 minute walk to the beach, right off the light rail from the train station and overall quiet (minus weekends). The vintage home has great curb appeal and is in overall good condition inside. The stained glass windows, deep couches and foyer/staircase are very comfortable to relax in. Kitchen is a little tired but overall in good condition and well stocked. Laundry worked well too and powder is available for sale. The bedrooms can get really warm and stuffy, even with the window open. And with no air con, summer would be hot here. Good storage with outlets in the rooms but the bed squeak and move around a lot of both bunks are filled. WiFi works well in the common space too. And the hostel has activities during the week, like a free sausage sizzle, which was fun. My only quibble was how well the WHV kids living there cleaned the place. Watching a few of them while eating or cooking, it seemed like a quick touch and go job. Kitchen doesn’t seem to be cleaned out regularly as I could smell rotting food regularly in the fridge. Would recommend it and would stay again, but if you want quieter atmosphere, don’t go on weekends.