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Rydges Newcastle

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

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
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Exterior
View from room
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.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Sofa bed
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is $139
includes taxes & fees
$126 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3

Room options

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Twin Harbourside Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Harbourside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Accessible Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Cityside Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Cityside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King City View Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Spa Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Suite with Harbourside

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 3 min walk
  • Newcastle Civic Park - 6 min walk
  • Foreshore Park - 14 min walk
  • Newcastle Beach - 3 min drive
  • Merewether Beach - 8 min drive

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 center, and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 175 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 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 percent 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
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (AUD 35 per day)
DONE

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

Traveling with children

  • Waterslide
  • Children's menu
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 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 center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch plasma TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services
  • Pay movies

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/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 alfresco 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 percent

Parking

  • Valet parking costs AUD 35 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which 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.

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 to 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: 2 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 like boat tours, fishing, and surfing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a waterslide and a fitness center. Rydges Newcastle also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Rydges Newcastle?

Yes, Restaurant offers alfresco dining and ocean views.

What's the area around Rydges Newcastle like?

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
The hotel was very clean, staff were friendly, the location was perfect for my trip.
Melissa, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Andrea, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Romulus, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Good location, pool slide and service
It's always nice to have buffet breakfast included but it wasn't as good as Hunter Valley or Jindabyne Rydges. Valet was a bit steep at $35 per night given the lack of self park options nearby. Tinted window between bathroom and bedroom means night visits to the bathroom disturb sleepers in the main bedroom. Our sofabed also wasn't made when we arrived but the kids liked putting it together.
Vanessa, 2-night family trip
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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 business trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Can’t wait to return
Wonderful stay at a family friendly hotel. Great location near the shops and restaurants at Honeysuckle precinct. Lovely walk along Harbour foreshore. We self parked in car park across the road - was a small outdoor car park but we’re plenty of parks available at the time. Kids absolutely loved the pool and water slide. We received a room upgrade and were allowed to check in early - staff were super friendly and accommodating- can’t wait to go back!
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Clean and nice, limited room quality.
Decent hotel but the rooms are limited. The Queen bed wasn't a proper base, it was two singles pulled together. The pull out bed was also fairly poor quality. The shower is very small and located in the bath. No show stoppers, it's clean and nice but for the money you might do better.
Richard, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Anthony, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Benjamin, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We love coming back
We always love coming back to Newcastle, and we always stay at Rydges. Great location, friendly staff, nice clean rooms.
Nadine, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

I booked through last minute and paid for a property that's advertised room had a balcony in the picture. But the room I got had no balcony. Because they were fully booked, they couldn't accommodate me. I don't like being in a fully enclosed room, so it ruined my weekend away
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend Escape
Great views, location, food and service.
Bilal, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Vannessa, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

2 days in Newcastle, no better spot than Rydges
Sarah, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dmitry, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Newcastle Weekend
The location was perfect for the occassion of the trip.
Michael, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Liked the area, river views close to amenities wanted
Rodger, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Domenica, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

The suite was spacious and nicely set up, and the harbour views were terrific! My only issue was with parking as street parking availability is limited or expensive. As well as the current customer $35 service, the hotel should have an arrangement with the council whereby temporary parking permits at a nominal cost of say $20/d are provided to guests to use the nearby street parking sites.
Robert, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It seems like a convenient location in town but he property has aged significantly and surrounding wine and dine is dead. Hence does not justify high prices. The worst part of the whole experience was room service. Limited menu, tasteless pricey pizza, room service does not stock simple thing as chilli flakes for the pizza! The bar was closed at 10pm on a Saturday night. The eat street adjacent was dead and close as well. They cannot provide any alcohol to even room service after 10pm. We managed to do Uber eats to get something half decent.
Naveen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

8/10 Very Good

Sergio, 3-night trip
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