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Rydges Newcastle

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

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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

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

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)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $130
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

Why we love this property

Fine dining options
The restaurant offers al fresco and ocean-view dining experiences. A cafe and bar add more choices, while buffet breakfast starts each day deliciously.
Sweet sleep experience
Lush luxury awaits in these pampered guestrooms. Midnight cravings are satisfied with 24-hour room service, while the minibar offers refreshment anytime.

Room options

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Accessible Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Suite with Harbourside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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King Cityside Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Harbourside Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Accessible Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Twin Harbourside Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Harbourside Balcony Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Spa Harbourside Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Cityside Balcony Suite

  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Bedroom Family Room

  • Harbor view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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King City View Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

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King Harbourside Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

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King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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King Spa Harbourside Suite

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King Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Newcastle City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • NEX - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Foreshore Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 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

  • ‪Light Years - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Darks Espresso Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rascal - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Honeysuckle Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Bakery Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rydges Newcastle

When you stay at Rydges Newcastle, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Newcastle Beach and John Hunter Hospital. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a fitness center, a terrace, and a garden. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

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 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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

    • Onsite valet parking (AUD 35 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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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

Traveling with children

  • Waterslide
  • Children's menu
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • 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

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Portable hoist available
  • Pool access ramp on site

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

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • 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

Onsite venue - 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 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.50 percent

Parking

  • Valet parking costs AUD 35 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

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

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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: 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 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, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco 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. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Rydges Newcastle Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was a hit with kids, offering a fun waterslide and refreshing experience. (16 reviews)
  • The beach was close and wonderful to visit with great walking options along the water. (5 reviews)
  • The property's partnership with the next door gym provided a convenient and superior workout experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Big rooms, clean, good staff and great waterfront location
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Short walk to shops and plenty of water views, beach, restaurants and quiet.
Gina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location,with friendly and helpful staff. Happy hour at the bar 4-6pm is a great way to watch the world go past on the waterfront
Scott, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Super clean, excellent location great food and lots of space in the room, the only issue is parking. Fix that and this would be one of the best places to stay anywhere.
John, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean and the hotel staff were extremely helpful & courteous
George, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room Great facilities Staff very friendly and accommodating
Kristy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean new room, great area. Loved our stay!
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, clean. Great location. Perfect for family stop over
Allison, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff were really welcoming.
Aaron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Large clean rooms, friendly staff
Alex, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location, staff, pool and breakfast were all excellent. Some of the fittings inside the hotel feel a bit dated.
Luke, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great. Bar has great happy hour and beers.
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very pleasant and efficient
Brian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location and friendly staff
Caleb, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, food was beautiful
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Didn't have breakfast
FRANK, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent all round.
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We alwbecause the staff are very friendly and helpful.
Janet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A really great, centrally located base for a weekend escape in Newcastle.
Jenny, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, amenities & staff
Max, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying here, it was so convenient to everything and the service was amazing.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room and friendly staff.
Sayuri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always great, especially happy hour! Fab views and renovated rooms.
Tracey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely and modern with a great kitchenette. The bathroom is spacious and clean and the bed was extremely comfortable.
Leonie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Would have given it 5 stars but the hallways smelt from room service trays being left in the hallways. Staff were fantastic as was the pool and waterslide.
Debbie, 1-night trip