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The Grounds at Callaghan

3.5 star property

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Property entrance
Apartment | In-room dining

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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83 University Drive, West Waratah, North Lambton, NSW, 2298
  • Place, University of Newcastle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acacia Avenue Dog Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, North Lambton Dog Off-Leash Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Located in North Lambton within a 5-minute walk of Allowah Street Reserve, this apartment is within a 15-minute stroll of University of Newcastle. This 6-room, 3.5-star apartment building has in-room conveniences like kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • University of Newcastle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Allowah Street Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Acacia Avenue Dog Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Lambton Dog Off-Leash Area - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 15 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sandgate Station - 4 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Infusion - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chatime - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Isabella Restaurant - UoN - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cynthia's Gourmet Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Grounds at Callaghan

At this apartment, guests have access to features like a terrace. Self parking is available for AUD 20 per night. This smoke-free apartment building also has a garden.
The apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. A 65-cm Smart TV is available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 20 per night)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-cm smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 6 units
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 20
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [189 Newcastle Rd, Jesmond]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: AUD 20 per night
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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 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 rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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 rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

The Grounds at Callaghan Apartment
The Grounds at Callaghan North Lambton
The Grounds at Callaghan Apartment North Lambton

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at this apartment?

This apartment offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Grounds at Callaghan?

As of Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grounds at Callaghan on Jul 30, 2026 start from $127, 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 can I see near this apartment?

This apartment is situated in North Lambton within a short 4-minute walk of Allowah Street Reserve. You'll also find Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle International Hockey Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Grounds at Callaghan?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 20 per night.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Grounds at Callaghan?

Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a terrace.

Does The Grounds at Callaghan have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does The Grounds at Callaghan have connecting rooms available?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is 14.7 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Grounds at Callaghan?

No, you won't find apartments with balconies at The Grounds at Callaghan.

The Grounds at Callaghan Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Qianjun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient location to Newcastle Uni. Spacious room, high recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bill Robinson

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cutlery and crockery were dirty, with food still stuck to some cutlery. Beds, bathrooms etc were excellent. Poor layout, with no sanitary facilities downstairs, making it hard for older people and those with bad knees. Parking inadequate unless underneath was used - again too many stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pete

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Manager was unavailable Toilet blocked Dirty rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
The property was great for our needs but I would expect to have Netflix or similar. Property managers gave us the wrong garage entry key so we couldn't access the basement. They gave us another unit but it was unfortunate that this mix-up occurred. The garage remote was damaged so it didn't always work. Garage was separate from front door which made unloading difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was great value for money and great location opposite the university.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Five stars for cleanliness. Modern property. Beds are a little too soft for us. Centralised aircon. Upstairs though are the bedrooms with a high flight of stairs, not recommended for families with very little kids or babies. One area of the master bedroom where we stayed at creaks when you walk. Our dishwasher doesn't wash properly as it uses powder instead of pods. The bin was not cleaned properly, still has food scraps in it. No soap supplied. However, this property is still recommended and will still definitely stay here again. Negative feedbacks are just for improvement sake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Place was very clean. Comfortable beds. Only issue was that there was no AC in bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Property was great, but had to pick up the keys at a different property and then found out we had to pack up and leave early as our apartment had been double booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Was a little difficult to find at night in the dark, and you need to pick up the keys from a different location (5min drive away), but the apartment was excellent. Very clean & comfortable with onsite parking in a shared parking garage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
New style apartments with good parking, good location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sheree

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lovely but isolated with terrible management.

Reception was at a different suburb. There was suppose to be a text explaining this but I never received it so the Uber dropped me off then I had to get another to take me to the reception, then another to take me back. No apology was offered. My room wasn’t ready so they scrambled to find some place for me to stay. They didn’t seem familiar with the hotel either. Once we were inside, lthe accommodation was lovely but there are no shops around. There was tea and coffee sachets but no milk provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachelle

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

Great stay!!!

Place was near transport stops. It was soacious and had the amenities described. Only downside was you have to checkin in a place different from where the place is. Same with checkout. It was inconvenient to stop in the pickup dropoff point for the key of the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was really clean and accomodation itself is alright but the main reason for this bad review is that the amenities inside were not as listed on the site and tbh one of the customer service people was not very sympathetic over the phone. There was both no wifi (and no advance notice or really much help to this, the guy even told me to go to Hungry Jacks and use the wifi which frankly made me quite annoyed, that or use my own data - but the accommodation CLAIMS to have free wifi) and no hairdryer (this was okay, I called the line and whoever dealt with this was nice and dropped the hairdryer off outside the flat, and someone called later to check that it had arrived) and the check-in process was a bit confusing (the email I got showed a different address to where I actually stayed?). Honestly it's fine if you do not have wifi (engineer away) but the consumer should know in advance because obviously it could have influenced where they chose to stay (also the site did claim to have a hairdryer too, property did not have one). Also whoever stays here remember to bring shampoo, body wash etc. they only had soap.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

noel

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pinakin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jake

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Karar

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020