Thornton Travel Guide

Maitland

Popular places to visit

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maitland Regional Art Gallery in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.

Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Maitland Gaol

Maitland Gaol

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Maitland Gaol during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.

Maitland Gaol

Maitland Showground

Enjoy an outing to Maitland Showground during your stay in Maitland.

Maitland Showground

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Maitland. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in the area.

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Walka Water Works

Explore the great outdoors at Walka Water Works, a lovely green space in Maitland.

Walka Water Works

Maitland Hospital

If Maitland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Maitland.

Maitland Hospital

Things to do

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

£34
per adult
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Newcastle: Humpback Whale Watching Cruise and Harbor Tour

Newcastle: Humpback Whale Watching Cruise and Harbor Tour

£41
per adult
Newcastle: Humpback Whale Watching Cruise and Harbor Tour
The Fighter World main hangar

General Admission Fighter World Museum

£10
per adult
General Admission Fighter World Museum
Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

£22
per traveller
Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket
three inflated hot air balloons in Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

£180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Cheeses of the World Masterclass

Cheeses of the World Masterclass

£19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cheeses of the World Masterclass
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Top hotels in Thornton

Thornton Executive Hotel

Thornton Executive Hotel

3 out of 5
21 Poynton Place, Thornton, NSW
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Maitland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and climate control. Popular attractions Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center and Maitland ...
7.8/10 Good! (261 reviews)
Convenient location
"A convenient place to stay overnight. Close to the highway but very quiet. Our front door code didn’t seem to work but a quick phone call and it was easily resolved. Room was spacious & comfortable. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is £78 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£78
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (464 reviews)
"From the moment we walked in, we were blown away! The entire hotel had the most divine scent, creating a relaxing atmosphere right away. The design was sleek, modern, and absolutely stunning. Our room was a dream and the bed was unbelievably plush, the pillows were perfect, and the robes and slippers ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

4 out of 5
430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale, NSW
The price is £109 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£109
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lovedale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We loved that it is so family friendly ! Thank you"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is £70 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£70
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We love staying at the Holiday Inn Newcastle. Its clean, modern, hospitality and local to shops and other amenities. Overall I would return knowing we’ll receive the same level of service, venue standards and hospitality. Only small downsides is cost of parking and variety of breakfast options."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is £101 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£101
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Rydges Newcastle
Chateau Elan At The Vintage

Chateau Elan At The Vintage

5 out of 5
Vintage Drive, Hunter Valley, Pokolbin, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £105 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£105
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Pokolbin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"A great break away."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Chateau Elan At The Vintage
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Other neighbourhoods around Thornton

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Beresfield

When in Beresfield, you can plan a visit to Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Pambalong Nature Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Beresfield
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Chisholm

Chisholm might not have many top sights, but Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Showground are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Chisholm
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Woodberry

While Woodberry isn't home to many top sights, Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodberry
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Ashtonfield

While Ashtonfield may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Maitland Showground and Maitland Gaol.

Ashtonfield
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Tarro

While Tarro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve.

Tarro
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Tenambit

While Tenambit isn't home to many top sights, Maitland Gaol and Maitland Showground are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tenambit

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