Title: Lake Macquarie Travel Guide: Best of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lake Macquarie](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Macquarie-Hotels.d553248635205988593.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Lake Macquarie](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Macquarie-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635205988593.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Lake Macquarie Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lake-Macquarie.d553248635205988593.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lake Macquarie Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Macquarie.d553248635205988593.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lake Macquarie Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Lake Macquarie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/048284e97c579b130ce2a3c77741d0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Macquarie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/dada842e4f500369b98c070030ba796e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lake Macquarie Things to do - Top hotels in Lake Macquarie - Top Holiday Rentals in Lake Macquarie ![Little National Hotel Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101339800/101339785/39a7c5e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Little National Hotel Newcastle 44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW £96 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (591 reviews) Room spotless Staff courteous. Bed a bit of a challenge. Very comfortable but hard to get up and around Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=101339785&PinnedHotelID=101339785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635205988593) ![Crystalbrook Kingsley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66190000/66189600/66189551/71368ba3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crystalbrook Kingsley 282 King St Newcastle NSW £89 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9/10 Wonderful! (585 reviews) The most comfortable mattress on the planet! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=66189551&PinnedHotelID=66189551&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635205988593) ![Rydges Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911100/911017/f3de2839_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Newcastle Wharf Rd & Merewether St Newcastle NSW £97 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews) Staff were really welcoming. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=911017&PinnedHotelID=911017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635205988593) [See all 1,720 properties in Lake Macquarie](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635205988593) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Nesuto The Entrance Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1053100/1053008/732a002a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nesuto The Entrance Apartments 18 Coral Street The Entrance NSW Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,523 reviews) Very nice stay on the business night of the year, New Years Eve, Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Entrance-Hotels-Nesuto-The-Entrance-Apartments.h1053008.Hotel-Information) ![Jesmond Executive Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1173000/1172974/bd37e5d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jesmond Executive Villas 189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,918 reviews) Unit was comfortable, quiet and pristine but stainless steel bin in bathroom had rusty lid which rather detracts from the overall impression. Ironing board cover thin and stained and needs replacing Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Hotels-Jesmond-Executive-Villas.h1172974.Hotel-Information) ![Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892251/8ef90a26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites 89 The Entrance Road The Entrance NSW Stay at this aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,348 reviews) Amazing staff :) Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Entrance-Hotels-Oaks-The-Entrance-Waterfront-Suites.h892251.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Lake Macquarie](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635205988593&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Lake Macquarie hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635205988593&startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19)[18 Jan - 19 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635205988593&startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635205988593&startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20)[19 Jan - 20 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635205988593&startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635205988593&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635205988593&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Lake Macquarie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/048284e97c579b130ce2a3c77741d0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Macquarie 4.5/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Macquarie during your travels in Lake Macquarie. Wander the lakeside and beaches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Macquarie-New-South-Wales.d6054285.Attraction) #### Pulbah Island Nature Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Pulbah Island Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Lake Macquarie. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pulbah-Island-Nature-Reserve-New-South-Wales.d624510782197149696.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46777983/58a147e3-65ce-4917-841a-55cf85bfbac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch £35 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newcastle-lake-macquarie-cruise-with-lunch.a46777983.activity-details) ![Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48939746/667dca81-f33d-458c-b06e-6b397109aa5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets £50 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newcastle-city-tour-coastal-charms-and-city-secrets.a48939746.activity-details) ![Loop the Lake Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47743198/1400a292-4c39-4aa5-a72e-698c53805159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise £47 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newcastle-loop-the-lake-cruise.a47743198.activity-details) ![Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4752015/e5786796-2116-42d1-be1b-4ca6c4cae7f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maitland's True Crime Tour £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/maitlands-true-crime-tour.a4752015.activity-details) ![Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762903/23c19ce9-c606-4a34-a471-3361d081cd12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour £147 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-stephens-stockton-sand-dunes-4wd-tag-along-tour.a4762903.activity-details) ![Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3345171/18168410-fed4-4e68-b6a9-09621ef74194.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach £57 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-caves-beach.a3345171.activity-details) [See all activities in Lake Macquarie](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lake-Macquarie.d553248635205988593.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Lake Macquarie ![Newcastle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/501000/501176-newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newcastle ![Photo by Owain Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f03023cb429ea356cc7f2cca4f7f52b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Morisset - Cities near Lake Macquarie - Places of interest [Newcastle](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle.dx6047788)[Mannering Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Mannering-Park.dx6342293)[Gwandalan](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwandalan.dx3000404821)[Morisset](https://expedia.co.uk/Morisset.dx3000455083)[Summerland Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Summerland-Point.dx553248633956272009)[Chain Valley Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Chain-Valley-Bay.dx553248634380752533) - [Nobbys Head Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nobbys-Head-Beach-New-South-Wales.d6087017.Attraction) - [Foreshore Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Foreshore-Park-Newcastle-East.d553248621532609678.Attraction) - [Newcastle Showground ](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Showground-Broadmeadow.d6215970.Attraction) - [Newcastle Ocean Baths ](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Ocean-Baths-Newcastle-East.d553248621592884278.Attraction) - [Blue Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Blue-Bay-Beach-New-South-Wales.d6202943.Attraction) - [Stockton Sand Dunes ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stockton-Sand-Dunes-Salt-Ash.d553248621532609721.Attraction) - [Merewether Ocean Baths ](https://expedia.co.uk/Merewether-Ocean-Baths-Merewether.d553248621532609757.Attraction) - [Dudley Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dudley-Beach-Dudley.d553248621532609755.Attraction) - [Horseshoe Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Horseshoe-Beach-Newcastle.d553248621532609679.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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