Rydges Newcastle

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Newcastle Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views
View from room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Perched by the ocean, Rydges Newcastle offers a luxurious retreat with an outdoor pool featuring a waterslide and sun loungers. Guests can also unwind at the garden, indulge in breakfast with ocean views at Restaurant or simply connect to WiFi from the comfort of their room.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • Waterslide
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Sofa bed
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is £113
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Room options

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Twin Harbourside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Accessible Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Harbourside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Cityside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Spa Harbourside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

King City View Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

King Spa Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Twin Suite with Harbourside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Accessible Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW, 2300

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newcastle City Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • NEX - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Merewether Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 28 min drive
  • Civic Station - 3 min walk
  • Hamilton Station - 9 min drive
  • Newcastle Interchange Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪FogHorn Brewhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Honeysuckle Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Menya Makoto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lucky Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Light Years - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle puts you within a 15-minute drive of Newcastle Beach and John Hunter Hospital. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 175 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.50 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site valet parking (AUD 35 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Water slide
  • Children's menu
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Surfing lessons nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Water slide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch plasma TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Double sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 32 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.50 per cent

Parking

  • Valet parking costs AUD 35 per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle Hotel
Newcastle Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Newcastle Hotel Newcastle
Crowne Plaza Newcastle Hotel
Rydges Newcastle Hotel
Rydges Newcastle Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle (formerly Crowne Plaza Newcastle)

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Newcastle offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rydges Newcastle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Rydges Newcastle?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Rydges Newcastle?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Rydges Newcastle?

Yes. Valet parking costs AUD 35 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rydges Newcastle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Rydges Newcastle and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, fishing and surfing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a water slide and a fitness centre. Rydges Newcastle also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Rydges Newcastle?

Yes, Restaurant offers al fresco dining and ocean views.

What's the area around Rydges Newcastle like?

Rydges Newcastle is located on the waterfront in Newcastle City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Civic Station and 3 minutes' walk from Newcastle Civic Theater. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Rydges Newcastle Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
View
Restaurant
Parking
Port
Breakfast
Children
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The pool was a hit with kids, offering a fun waterslide and a refreshing experience. (13 reviews)
  • Breakfast was well stocked, good, and a great value with a variety of options. (10 reviews)
  • The beach was close and wonderful to visit with great walking options along the water. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It’s was amazing, good service and loved the area
Sonia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly and helpful
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good stay, excellent parking availability with valet. Central location a bonus
Terrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

The hotel was very clean, staff were friendly, the location was perfect for my trip.
Melissa, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great place but the sofabed was really dusty
Sung Min, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is in a great location. The breakfast was pretty good. The staff were always very helpful
Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Dale, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location, really liked the 'opt out' for room cleaning
Jason, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed with my family here, it's very convenient, and has a nice habour view.
Princes Jhareen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay!:) good facilities
Radha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great location, excellent kids facilities
Ayman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Ming, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Service was excellent.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, comfortable hotel, good walking distance to everything, valet parking useful, would definitely return.
Cassandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.
Gary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

My 3 kids loved the pool and slide. And super easy to walk to many food and drink venues. Will stay again for sure
Shannon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the harbour. Friendly staff
Reidun, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic working harbour is fabulous as hive of activity and the hotel is right on the waterfront with access to boating, restaurants, transport and beaches.
Athena, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for NYE
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great water view

Great location overlooking the water. Many restaurants close by, beautiful walks in the evening and morning
Henry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoy Staying at Rydges every time
Ryley James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, good sized room..well equiped
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family and I stayed for one night on a road trip. Great hotel and facilities. Busy when we went but staff was amazing.
LINH, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location especially if you like walking. Good view from the harbour side rooms.
Gil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at Rydge’s Newcastle. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, the kids loved the pool with the waterside. It’s very easy walking distance to a number of great places to eat, or even just for a stroll down the boardwalk. We will definitely stay again.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip