Title: West End Travel Guide: Best of West End, Newcastle Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in West End](https://expedia.co.uk/West-End-Newcastle-Hotels.0-n939442363623952384-0.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)[West End Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-West-End.d939442363623952384.Car-Hire-Guide)[West End Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/West-End.d939442363623952384.Holidays-City-Breaks) # West End Travel Guide ## Newcastle ## Visit West End Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Newcastle travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle.dx6047788) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Newcastle 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](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) ![Blacksmiths Beach](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 Showground](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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Showground-Broadmeadow.d6215970.Attraction) ![Foreshore Park](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 waterfront or simply savour its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Foreshore-Park-Newcastle-East.d553248621532609678.Attraction) ![Newcastle Ocean Baths](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) ### 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) #### Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-macquarie-cruise-with-lunch-on-the-lake.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 £194 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 £18 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 West End ![Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27350000/27341900/27341838/5bfcbd19_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG 514 King Street Newcastle West NSW £96 12 Apr - 13 Apr 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) Clean with easy check in. Close the city centre Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=27341838&PinnedHotelID=27341838&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939442363623952384) ![ibis Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892400/892394/e1adc9a9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Newcastle 700 Hunter Street Newcastle West NSW £65 13 Apr - 14 Apr 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 ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) When we arrived out the front of the lift was stained and dirty Once inside of the room was clean the toilet bowl was filthy stained Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=892394&PinnedHotelID=892394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939442363623952384) ![Mercure Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/859000/858928/4a1dbdac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mercure Newcastle Corner Of King And Steel Streets Newcastle West NSW £79 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Everything is good! Great experience over there! Tnx! Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=858928&PinnedHotelID=858928&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939442363623952384) ![The Albion Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629000/9628918/fbc46104_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Albion Hotel 72 Hannell Street Wickham NSW £59 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 7.6/10 Good! (559 reviews) Very clean, nice rooms, great staff! Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=9628918&PinnedHotelID=9628918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939442363623952384) ![Quest Newcastle West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7880000/7873800/7873782/b07f48d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Newcastle West 787 Hunter Street Newcastle West NSW £122 8 Apr - 9 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (355 reviews) Really solid experience. The room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped with everything you need, especially for a longer stay. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the location made it easy to get around. Overall, great value and a comfortable stay and can snag free street parking on the ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=7873782&PinnedHotelID=7873782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939442363623952384) ![Quest Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/531000/530957/0e7da4f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Newcastle 575 Hunter Street Newcastle West NSW Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £122 14 Apr - 15 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 9/10 Wonderful! (508 reviews) Just lovely Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=530957&PinnedHotelID=530957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=939442363623952384) [See all 990 properties in West End](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026®ionId=939442363623952384) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Newcastle-West.dx6131884) ![Newcastle City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047788/4e5b34c3-b5ad-4b5e-a71f-67383bbeaffc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Newcastle-City-Centre.dx939442557017018368) ![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) ![Cooks Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526966684/ca6ca109-d857-4eaf-89dd-2db8aa785db1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cooks Hill Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Cooks-Hill.dx6250747) ![The Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633860351255/5011c202-27d1-48ba-9397-b2622b30009b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Hill The Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-The-Hill.dx553248625332068637) ![Bar Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352152/8f2a962e-ebf0-49cb-af97-bed9a1afd2d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bar Beach Travellers like the beaches in Bar Beach, and Merewether Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Bar-Beach.dx6352152) --- --- - [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) # West End 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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app