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Novotel Newcastle Beach

4.5 star property

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | In-room dining
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Beach/ocean view
Superior Family Room with Bath, 1 Queen and 2 Single Beds
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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5 King Street, Newcastle, NSW, 2300
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Foreshore Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Civic Theater
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Family Room with Bath, 1 Queen and 2 Single Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Family Accessible Room, 1 Queen and 2 Single Beds

  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Newcastle

Novotel Newcastle Beach is centrally located in Newcastle, a 4-minute walk from Newcastle Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Nobbys Head Beach. .This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Newcastle Civic Theater and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Merewether Beach.

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Foreshore Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Newcastle Ocean Baths - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nobbys Head Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Civic Station - 17 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Customs House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Kiosk Newcastle Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grain Store Newcastle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ground Floor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪East End Hub - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Novotel Newcastle Beach

Novotel Newcastle Beach offers 88 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a steam room and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 88 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a steam room and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at Bistro Dalby, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Newcastle? This hotel has 1776 square feet (165 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Bistro Dalby - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 30 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Dalby

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,776 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Newcastle Beach Novotel
Novotel Hotel Newcastle Beach
Novotel Newcastle Beach
Novotel Newcastle Beach Hotel
Novotel Newcastle Beach Hotel
Novotel Newcastle Beach Newcastle
Novotel Newcastle Beach Hotel Newcastle

Novotel Newcastle Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great location- close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect! beach across the road, and easy walk to shops and restaurants. We also walked to the harbour front
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hemamm

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most expensive hotel stay I’ve ever booked in Australia, at around $400 per night, and unfortunately it was also one of the most disappointing. I’ve stayed in many hotels, including the Mercure in Newcastle city centre at roughly half the price, which was far superior in almost every way — particularly room comfort and breakfast quality. The room itself was extremely hot. Despite raising this with staff, the only intervention was cleaning a dusty air-conditioning filter, after which I was essentially told to accept that the system turns off once the room reaches 20°C. In reality, the room remained baking hot overnight, resulting in heavy sweating and a completely sleepless night. Breakfast, which we paid extra for, was equally disappointing. Staff were noticeably unpleasant and unengaged — their facial expressions and body language made it clear they were not accommodating or attentive. One staff member was openly picking his teeth in front of guests, which was unhygienic and unacceptable. Baby high chairs were dirty and had to be cleaned by us, whereas at other hotels (including Mercure), staff proactively clean these for guests. The breakfast offering itself was very limited and poor in quality. Fruit was clearly out of date — the melon and watermelon had an off taste. Bakery options were minimal, portions were very small, and overall choice was extremely limited. There were no mugs available at the coffee machine until we pointed this out. No one introduce
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom basin was blocked . Buffet breakfast needs more staff to manage shift, only 3 staff were present .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nadine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Weiqian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Xiaolei

Reception staffs are very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Dong

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joanna Artates

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
room carpet looks dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Yee Lam Jacqueline

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the beach. Child-friendly with lots of ideas to help kids from feeling bored, like borrowing books, colouring activities and buckets & shovels for the beach. Parking was convenient. Room was quite clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ratana

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and room was ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sisira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the above
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The effort the Novotel went to, to be apart of the festival weekend and include their guests with welcoming packs and complimentary drinks n sunscreen for their music loving festival attending guests for strumming bird festival
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room though we have a stain in our carpet that was very obvious . Also they hadn’t checked if soap etc had run out and the breakfast was overcooked but property itself is great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I could see the water from the window. It was a nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No

No
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many times. Just stayed for one night this time. Clean, comfortable and great location. Can’t remember his name, but we had the same friendly staff member on check in/out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025