Shortland Travel Guide

Newcastle

Stay near popular Shortland attractions

Hunter Valley Private Hospital

If Hunter Valley Private Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newcastle.
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Things to do

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

£45
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

£95
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

£53
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

£64
per adult
Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

£64
per adult
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
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Top hotels in Shortland

Shortland Budget Accommodation

Shortland Budget Accommodation

3 out of 5
269 Sandgate Road Shortland NSW
The price is £39 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£39
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (225 reviews)
"Highly recommend if you are staying for more than two days"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Shortland Budget Accommodation
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is £115 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£115
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (820 reviews)
"So amazing for the rate. Comfy bed. Amazing shower. Perfect for the night while on the road"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is £115 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£115
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (551 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

QT Newcastle
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 £136 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£136
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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)
"Good"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

NOAH'S On The Beach
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is £108 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£108
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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. ...
The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is £62 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£62
1 Nov - 2 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
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Where to stay in Shortland

Find the best Shortland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shortland
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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, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

A beach with clear water, a lifeguard tower, and a building labeled 'Merewether Ocean Baths'.

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 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.

A vineyard with grapevines in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

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.

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.

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