Title: Highfields Travel Guide: Best of Highfields, Newcastle Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Highfields](https://expedia.co.uk/Highfields-Newcastle-Hotels.0-n553248634380744393-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Newcastle](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Newcastle](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Highfields Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Highfields.d553248634380744393.Car-Hire-Guide)[Highfields Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Highfields.d553248634380744393.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Highfields Travel Guide ## Newcastle ## Visit Highfields Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Newcastle travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle.dx6047788) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Newcastle showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089521/31b1b8b9-f03c-4339-9f6f-72b9a8854652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Beach-Newcastle-East.d553248635923089521.Attraction) ![Merewether Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633851059531/dd35e14f-d124-4d99-a9e8-0128629c809c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merewether Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Merewether-Beach-New-South-Wales.d553248633851059531.Attraction) ![A great little park right near the Newcastle train station. Perfect little place to take the kids and have a family picnic. Lots of open spaces and plenty of birds to watch. Such a lovely spot to enjoy in the day. Please head over to my blog to read more about a day trip to Stockton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047788/a36cb3a7-c3c7-4f77-b94b-b8a6c5a4028d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Foreshore Park Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Foreshore-Park-Newcastle-East.d553248621532609678.Attraction) ![Sunset from the bluff #beachbound ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131897/571309a2-028b-4ecd-a131-382591218b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blacksmiths Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blacksmiths-Beach-Belmont.d553248634012804138.Attraction) ![Newcastle showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592884278/101785cd-e602-4ed8-88c8-fbf4c2b04183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Ocean Baths Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Ocean-Baths-Newcastle-East.d553248621592884278.Attraction) ![#walkingwithdinosaurs - its an incredible show to see. The dinosaurs are very real looking and the narrator takes you on the journey back into time where you feel you are there. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144962/2f0a2b20-4871-44d5-897f-5696935f3d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Showground Catch an event at Newcastle Showground during your trip to Newcastle. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its charming cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Showground-Broadmeadow.d6215970.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 £36 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newcastle-lake-macquarie-cruise-with-lunch.a46777983.activity-details) ![three inflated hot air balloons in Hunter Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/438282/1ef44acb-971a-4dea-b1ae-cad70eae77f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast £189 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hunter-valley-sunrise-hot-air-balloon-flight-with-bubbly-breakfast.a438282.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) [See all activities in Newcastle](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Highfields ![The Executive Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3950000/3946100/3946055/8267539e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Executive Inn 10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW £99 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (999 reviews) Clean room, friendly staff and great facilities. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=3946055&PinnedHotelID=3946055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634380744393) ![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 £113 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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! (1,000 reviews) 10/10! I couldn’t fault a thing. Our stat was very memorable! Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=911017&PinnedHotelID=911017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634380744393) ![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 £52 19 Feb - 20 Feb 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 ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,921 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/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=1172974&PinnedHotelID=1172974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634380744393) ![Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27350000/27341900/27341838/776eca6d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG 514 King Street Newcastle West NSW £80 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Room was clean and perfect for our nights stay in Newcastle Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=27341838&PinnedHotelID=27341838&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634380744393) ![ibis Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892400/892394/26642809_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Newcastle 700 Hunter Street Newcastle West NSW £59 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Room was very clean Staff were friendly and we could get a coffee late at night on our return to the motel Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=892394&PinnedHotelID=892394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634380744393) ![Honeysuckle Executive Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4590000/4583500/4583476/84e6d481_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Honeysuckle Executive Apartments Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW £79 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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 Newcastle ... 7.6/10 Good! (873 reviews) Had everything we needed for comfortable stay. Location is very good for walking to shops and restaurants. It was clean. It was good to have a balcony. Paid parking was handy but there were spaces in carpark nearby on Saturday and Sunday. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=4583476&PinnedHotelID=4583476&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634380744393) [See all 1,058 properties in Highfields](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634380744393) 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 Highfields hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634380744393&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Highfields ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Charlestown.dx7221) ![D Swansea town to sea close pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131887/93909fdb-9d1e-477c-9f96-1fe9f6c8003b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### New Lambton Unique features of New Lambton include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Blackbutt Reserve or Newcastle International Sports Centre while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-New-Lambton.dx6131887) ![Newcastle Quayside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342357/f2011c9f-027a-4bb0-a707-3c28a8adac46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gateshead Travellers like the restaurants in Gateshead, and Carbeen Street Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Gateshead.dx6342357) ![Merewether Ocean Baths featuring a pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609757/d7b05542-45ab-45d4-97c2-8fd5cd26b4b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Merewether.dx6138884) ![Landscape of Newcastle city taken at twilight. View from Stockton beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144962/cb06666b-49ae-44b8-b98e-1dd15af7d71f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Broadmeadow Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Broadmeadow.dx6144962) ![Newcastle Quayside, Tyne Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382576879/dd2797e8-378a-4cf8-a8f1-8906fdcafae9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hamilton Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Hamilton.dx553248634382576879) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Highfields Travel Guide ![](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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