Top 10 Resorts in Greater Newcastle, Australia

Everything you are looking for in the Hunter - all at the one resort... * Onsite daily vineyard tours at 9am* Hunter Wine Theatre daily at 10am and 3pm * Hunter Farm & Adventure Centre has horse & carriage tour, Horse riding, Segway tours and Electric bike hire * 4 Pines Brewing at the Farm (12 craft beers) * The Farm - Family fun with Lama, miniature pigs, cows, ponies, ducks and many other animals * Winetasting Cellars * Hunter Valley Wine School * Fantastic food from our Barrel Bistro * Library * BBQ area *Board games * 3km walking track * Pool & tennis court * Range of wonderful rooms featuring timber cathedral ceilings * Set within our own 50 year old vineyards * Owned and operated by the Hele family * And within minutes of the resort: 3 championship golf courses including Cypress Lakes and The Vintage, The Hunter Valley Gardens, cafes, restaurants, hot air ballooning, cheese factories, a chocolate factory, antique stores, a whole shopping village, 3 pampering / massage businesses and over 140 wineries to visit! Or if you prefer, just sit back, relax and finish that book you have been promising to do...

Hotel Nelson is a medium sized hotel located right in the centre of all the action that make Port Stephens great. Walk to the marina, beach, shops, cafes and cinema! Plus we have a heated pool, super cool cafe with P&R coffee, plus a steam room, gym, bocce court, BBQ's and bikes! We are a full service hotel, with rooms serviced daily, breakfast available 7 days, lunch Tuesday to Sunday and friendly hotel staff who will happily help you plan your day out in the magnificent Port Stephens!

Breezy seaside style at its finest, The Anchorage offers luxurious absolute waterfront accommodation – from spacious rooms to mezzanine-style loft suites and a decadent villa – along with world-class Spa Lucca, family and adult exclusive pools, and decadent dining options. Showcasing the region’s growing culinary reputation with two waterfront restaurants; delicious seafood at the "Best Seafood Restaurant - Regional NSW" - The Wild Herring and relaxed all-day dining at The Galley Kitchen, while sophisticated and inviting Martha’s Bar is the perfect spot for afternoon cocktails or late night drinks. Overlooking what is arguably one of the world’s most beautiful ports, Port Stephens this idyllic, Hamptons-style resort is a haven of five-star excellence is a leisurely two and a half hours drive from Sydney, or a mere 30 minute drive from Newcastle Airport.

Novotel Newcastle Beach is situated on the doorstep of one of the best surfbreaks in Australia, Newcastle Beach. The hotel commands the corner of a beachside city block surrounded by renowned Newcastle restaurants, cafes and bars. Shopping precincts, art galleries and picturesque coastal walks are a moment’s walk away. The hotel’s convenient location makes it the perfect destination for families, couples and business travellers. The contemporary guest rooms are all designed with spaciousness and easy living in mind. Many of the rooms offer magnificent views of Australia’s east coast that make staying at Novotel Newcastle Beach a dream. The hotel’s modern dining restaurant, Bistro Dalby, offers a contemporary Australian menu. Curated by our own chef, the Bistro’s dishes tempt taste buds with local and seasonal dishes. With a fully equipped bar, indoor and alfresco dining options and a relaxed atmosphere, it is the perfect place to catch up with friends or colleagues. Bistro Dalby also offers an in-room dining menu available 24/7.

Just two and a half hours drive North of Sydney is the relaxed seaside village of Nelson Bay and one of the finest resorts on the Central Coast, Mantra Nelson Bay. Mantra Nelson Bay's stylish accommodation includes a selection of spacious, open-plan designed two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses, all featuring large living areas flowing out onto large external balconies. Each apartment and penthouse features beautiful stone bench tops in the kitchen with stainless steel appliances, plasma or LCD TV, DVD player, Foxtel and sound system in the lounge area. The resort features leisure facilities including a 25 metre lagoon pool with cascading waterfall and heated spa, children's play wading area and BBQ areas. Clean, contemporary lines and an open plan layout provide the perfect balance between the surrounding natural environment and the luxuries of resort-style living. The resort is a short five minute stroll to the centre of town or the marina where you will find a vast array of shops. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.

Estate Tuscany Decades of Hospitality & Award-Winning Service. Only two hours from Sydney, located at the foothills of the Brokenback ranges in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley (NSW). Guests can experience a relaxing stay in Tuscan-style accommodation, with uninterrupted mountain views in the heart of Australia's premium wine country. The grounds present a stylish blend of modern and rustic decor, set amongst 26 acres of beautiful countryside. There are two stunning eateries onsite. The Mill Restaurant offers guests a fine dining experience, while The Brokenback Bar presents a cafe-style bar where guests can sample wine and beer from the region.

Shoal Bay Resort & Spa is the ultimate beachfront Resort perfect for romantic escapes, family holidays, pamper weekends, beach getaways, weddings, special events and meetings and business. Shoal Bay lays by the entrance to Port Stephens, overlooking the white sands and the magnificent volcanic Tomaree headlands. Boasting crystal clear waterways and extensive National Park with unspoiled bushland, Shoal Bay is certainly one of New South Wales most stunning destinations. Just 2.5 hr drive north of Sydney and 30mins from Newcastle, this award winning Resort offers a diverse range of accommodation styles and options to suit a variety of budgets and can accommodate up to 700 guests. Accommodation ranges from Standard Studios through to Waterview, Beachfront and Bayview rooms with a choice of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments located across 7 accommodation buildings. The Resort features 4 restaurants including the award winning Catch at Shoal Bay, 5 bars, the iconic Country Club Hotel, Occie’s Kids Club (operating throughout NSW School Holidays periods), Shoal Bay Resort Store, Whitesands Conference Centre, an outdoor heated Resort pool with children’s wading area and complimentary secure undercover parking. Relax at the Aqua Spa wellbeing sanctuary for adults (min 16 yrs+) offering a true Thalassotherapy experience for guests through the 3 mineral spa pools and 25m heated lap pool. Take yourself on a journey to revive your mind, body and soul, indulge in a range of menu treatments that enhance the total well being and surrender to the experience of products that will relax, de-stress and energise you.

STUNNING HUNTER VALLEY RESORT So close to Sydney yet truly a world away, the Hunter Valley is the birthplace of Australian wine with over 150 premium wine producers holding a very special place in the global wine industry. Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort is located in Central Pokolbin neighbored by the vineyards of Brokenwood, Tamburlaine, Pokolbin Estate, Audrey Wilkinson, Roche Estate (formerly known as Tempus Two) and Hunter Valley Gardens. The iconic 300 acre resort includes a golf & country club, two restaurants, two bars, three pools, two tennis courts and a wide variety of self-contained accommodation. The thoughtfully appointed one, two and three bedroom villas are set against a stunning backdrop of the rolling golf greens and spectacular Broken Back Mountain Range. Unique event venues, activities, team building, support services and arguably the best service delivery in the region highlight the resorts' position as New South Wales' meeting and event destination of choice.

Opposite spectacular Newcastle Beach, NOAH'S, the cities only beachfront hotel, is located minutes from the CBD and harbour. Amidst Local attractions, dining and shopping, it’s the perfect place to beach yourself for business or to relax and unwind. Rooms offer floor to ceiling glass doors opening onto balconies, most with expansive ocean or harbour views. Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi and onsite parking. NOAH'S is also the ideal venue for meetings, conferences, weddings, parties or any event.

See why so many travelers make The Landmark Nelson Bay their hotel of choice when visiting Nelson Bay. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Nelson Head Heritage Lighthouse and Reserve (1.4 mi), located nearby, makes Landmark Nelson Bay a great place to stay for those interested in visiting this popular Nelson Bay landmark. The Landmark Nelson Bay Hotel offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a kitchenette, and getting online is possible, as paid internet access is available. The hotel offers a sun terrace, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a pool and an on-site restaurant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Nelson Bay's popular oyster restaurants such as Seabreeze Hotel, Little Beach Boathouse, and Wharf Restaurant Cocktail Lounge & Bar, all a short distance from The Landmark Nelson Bay. If you are interested in exploring Nelson Bay, check out a marina, such as D'Albora Marinas. At The Landmark Nelson Bay, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Nelson Bay.