Catherine Hill Bay Travel Guide

Newcastle

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing onto the rocks under a clear blue sky.
A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a clear blue sky.
A rocky shoreline with a pier extending into the water.
A rocky shoreline with a pier extending into the water.
A person standing on a hill overlooking a body of water with a sunset in the background.

Things to do

Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

£106
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

£45
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
three inflated hot air balloons in Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

£197
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

£18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

£45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

£53
per adult
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
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Top hotels in Catherine Hill Bay

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is £85 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£85
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (743 reviews)
"Awesome hotel, good enmities and really clean. The library is also awesome if you need to do any work."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW
The price is £85 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£85
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Maritime ...
7.6/10 Good! (914 reviews)
"The property was difficult to locate on arrival in the dark. There was no illuminated signage. The apartment was clean and bright, but it had some strange features and inadequacies. The dining setting was more like heavy garden furniture, and the bed only just fitted into the narrow bedroom. A desk ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is £54 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£54
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,960 reviews)
"it was very enjoyable"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is £92 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£92
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Will use again."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

The Executive Inn
NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach

4 out of 5
Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street Newcastle East NSW
The price is £116 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£116
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"I often stay at this hotel for work and it is always pleasant, relaxing and lovely (especially the beach view!). Breakfast was however VERY DISAPPOINTING. Staff were not warm or friendly and the buffet food was basic and quite uninspiring. Although it was possible to ask for a custom omelet, I asked ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

NOAH'S On The Beach
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 £88 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£88
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast very good. Room clean and practical, staff very obliging have stayed before and is our go to for Newcastle."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
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Where to stay in Catherine Hill Bay

Find the best Catherine Hill Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Catherine Hill Bay
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A pier extending into clear turquoise waters with people sunbathing and swimming.

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Lake Macquarie or Belmont Golf Course are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

A calm waterfront with a pier extending into the water, boats docked, and a clear sky.

Toronto

Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

A beach scene viewed through a cave opening.
Photo by Lauren Abela
Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Swansea

While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Charlestown. Check out Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring the area.

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