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Novotel Newcastle Beach

4.5 star property

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A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.
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A table with breakfast items and drinks, overlooking a beach.
Exterior
Indoor wedding

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 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 | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Family Room with Bath, 1 Queen and 2 Single Beds

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

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Family Accessible Room, 1 Queen and 2 Single Beds

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

Superior Family Accessible Room, 1 Queen and 2 Single Beds

  • City view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a modern headboard.

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Located in Newcastle City Centre, Novotel Newcastle Beach is adjacent to Newcastle Beach and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Nobbys Head Beach. This 4.5-star hotel has 88 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Foreshore Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nobbys Head Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Newcastle City Hall - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Novotel Newcastle Beach

Novotel Newcastle Beach offers a gym, a steam room, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for AUD 35 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include conference space, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect 36-inch TVs with cable channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. IPod docks, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 35 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 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 crib

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 center

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.
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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 movies

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
  • 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 16 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 35 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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)
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

Novotel Newcastle Beach provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

As of Jul 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Newcastle Beach on Aug 2, 2026 start from $113, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Novotel Newcastle Beach?

This hotel is situated in Newcastle City Centre, just steps from Newcastle Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Foreshore Park and Newcastle Ocean Baths. You'll also find Nobbys Head Beach and Newcastle City Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 35 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, an electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available.

Does Novotel Newcastle Beach have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as a steam room, an al fresco restaurant, and a bar/lounge at this hotel.

Does Novotel Newcastle Beach include a casino at the property?

No, Novotel Newcastle Beach doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Novotel Newcastle Beach good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an al fresco restaurant, proposal/romance packages, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Novotel Newcastle Beach have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Newcastle Beach serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bistro Dalby.

Does Novotel Newcastle Beach allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Novotel Newcastle Beach though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Novotel Newcastle Beach?

The closest major airport to Novotel Newcastle Beach is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is 17.5 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Novotel Newcastle Beach?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy ocean and city views.

Does Novotel Newcastle Beach offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Novotel Newcastle Beach.

Novotel Newcastle Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 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

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8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located nice jotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great location- close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

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
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. View is not so great. Hotel is not beachfront. But ok for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Mrs Heidi Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice new carpet on the 5th floor glad to see they are keeping up with the refurbs. The beds are always so comfortable and the pillows too. Very nice staff and excellent location right near the beach and the Newcastle saltwater pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xiaolei

Reception staffs are very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and room was ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Yee Lam Jacqueline

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
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4/10 Poor

Kira

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eimear

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location everything is walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

GLENN

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

Novotel the best

Great place close to beach and other fun places
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Amenities
Only a block from beach & restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Jack

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
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10/10 Excellent

Candida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel close to best beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

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
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff easy booking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great proximity to beach and local restaurants and cafes
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot everything in walking distance and so close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to the beach and many bars/restaurants.
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6/10 Okay

Joanna Artates

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