Islington Travel Guide

Newcastle

Things to do

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

£45
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

£52
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

£58
per adult
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Newcastle: Morpeth River Cruise with Local Produce Tasting

Newcastle to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return

£63
per adult
Newcastle to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return
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

£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
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Top hotels in Islington

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is £99 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£99
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (847 reviews)
"Very nice rooms and very well designed. Small but cozy and great couples stay for a night or two. Staff seemed more quiet and more to themselves but would definitely recommend and will definitely be booking again!"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is £116 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£116
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (572 reviews)
"This place is sensational"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

QT Newcastle
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is £106 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
£106
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is comfortable, and is built around the swimming pool. It is connected to the League'ls club, which has various food outlets. The breakfasts were excellent, with a good choice of hot and cold dishes, including bircher muesli, pancakes, eggs, bacon, and so on."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is £52 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£52
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
Jesmond Executive Villas
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 £113 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£113
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Location is great but value for money no. Charging for a $2 chip?"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 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 £90 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£90
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Best"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
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Where to stay in Islington

Find the best Islington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Islington
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A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
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Caves Beach

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

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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.

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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.

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Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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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