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A hotel with a pool adjacent to a waterfront, featuring balconies and a view of the sea. - Rydges Newcastle (Newcastle)
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Luxury
4.5 star property
8.6

Excellent

Luxury hotel near Newcastle Beach

You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Rydges Newcastle. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a coffee table with books, and a view of the city through large windows.

King Cityside Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Harbourside Suite

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table with a book and a vase, a TV, and large windows with a view of a body of water and a bridge.

King Harbourside Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a potted plant, a window with a view of a body of water, and a framed picture on the wall.

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Accessible Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

King Accessible Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Twin Harbourside Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a window with a view of the water, and a table with a vase of flowers.

Twin Harbourside Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the city.

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Spa Harbourside Suite

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with apples.

King Spa Harbourside Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Cityside Balcony Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and sheer curtains on the window.

King Cityside Balcony Suite

  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, white walls, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of the sea through the window.

Two Bedroom Family Room

  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Rydges Newcastle is in Newcastle City Centre, a neighborhood in Newcastle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie. Foreshore Park and Merewether Ocean Baths are also worth visiting. With boat tours, surf lessons, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Newcastle travel guide
Map
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW, 2300

What's nearby

  • A fountain, a clock tower, and a building with a dome.
    Newcastle Civic Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A calm lake with a curved path, green grass, trees, and residential buildings in the background.
    Foreshore Park
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a beach, a construction crane, and modern buildings.
    Newcastle Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Newcastle Civic Theater
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Newcastle City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Civic Station
    3 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Press Coffee & Book House
    5 min walk
  • Darks Espresso Bar
    4 min walk
  • FogHorn Brewery
    7 min walk
  • The Lucky Hotel
    7 min walk
  • Honeysuckle Hotel
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (AUD 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Fenced pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Portable hoist available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch plasma TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 35 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Newcastle have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rydges Newcastle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for AUD 35 per day.

What time is check-in at Rydges Newcastle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Rydges Newcastle?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rydges Newcastle located?

Located in Newcastle City Centre, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Newcastle Museum and Newcastle Beach. Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are also within 5 minutes. Civic Station is only a 3-minute walk and Newcastle Interchange Station is 20 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Rydges Newcastle Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Nice clean room perfect for families. Just no slide in use with the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean comfortable room. Nice bed. Remodelled bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice hotel and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable and well maintained hotel in a fabulous location, right on the waterfront, where large ships pass by. Great staff, friendly and helpful. This is how a hotel should be run! Nice outdoor pool, too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, well maintained hotel with excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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We had a great stay Staff were amazing Only criticism was the noise level of the room - we could hear lots from the street below Room possibly needs double glazed windows
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendliest staff Helpful and cheery
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The location is great only 2 mins from light rail. It’s a walking distance to Honeysuckle and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean bright and airy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love staying here when in Newcastle. The location on the waterfront but close to city restaurants is perfect. The rooms ( suites) are the best layout I have encountered, with a kitchen bench and sink, comfortable sofa and desk opening up to a well appointed bedroom with plenty of room for bags and a large en-suite with lots of bench space to hold all your bits and pieces so they don’t get lost or left behind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Big rooms, clean, good staff and great waterfront location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The room was freshly renovated with nice view. Property really well located however I had a room on the first floor in between rooms being renovated. Builders were working there the whole time...woken up by hammering and my planned afternoon sleep on Saturday afternoon not possible due to drilling. Staff lovely and valet parking very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Short walk to shops and plenty of water views, beach, restaurants and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great to have use of gym and pool. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Very clean room, with all we required. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had Happy Hour drinks and a nice meal. The outside dining/drinks area is lovely with heaters and water views. Would have loved a swim in the pool if it hadn’t been winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location,with friendly and helpful staff. Happy hour at the bar 4-6pm is a great way to watch the world go past on the waterfront
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were clean and the hotel staff were extremely helpful & courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room Great facilities Staff very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, excellent location great food and lots of space in the room, the only issue is parking. Fix that and this would be one of the best places to stay anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great room, clean. Great location. Perfect for family stop over
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Sec time staying here and its always good and clean . Amazing customer service from all staff. Thank you for having us . See use all again soon .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, food was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Staff were really welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026