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Rydges Newcastle

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Newcastle Beach

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW, 2300
  • Place, Newcastle Civic Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle City Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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

Accessible Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Twin Suite with Harbourside

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

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

King Cityside Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Accessible Suite

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

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

Twin Harbourside Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Harbourside Balcony Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Suite

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

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

King Cityside Balcony Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Bedroom Family Room

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

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

King City View Suite

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

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

King Harbourside Suite

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

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

King Spa Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

King Spa Harbourside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for King Harbourside Balcony Suite

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

King Harbourside Balcony Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Newcastle City Centre hotel places you steps from Newcastle Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Newcastle Civic Theater. Maritime Centre and Newcastle City Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Civic Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Newcastle City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Foreshore Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Clarendon Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Light Years - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Menya Makoto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Bakery Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rascal - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Newcastle

4.5-star luxury hotel near Newcastle Beach
Rydges Newcastle offers its guests an outdoor pool, a waterslide, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Rydges Newcastle. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Rydges Newcastle offers 175 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 43-inch plasma televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (AUD 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch plasma TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 35 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, cash, and mobile payments.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is 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

How close is Rydges Newcastle to the airport?

Rydges Newcastle is 16.6 mi (28-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Newcastle?

As of Jan 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Newcastle on Jan 26, 2026 start from $124.91, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rydges Newcastle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rydges Newcastle.

How close is Rydges Newcastle to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Newcastle Beach and 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Nobbys Head Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rydges Newcastle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rydges Newcastle, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children.

Is there a casino at Rydges Newcastle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rydges Newcastle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Rydges Newcastle?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for AUD 35 per day.

Does Rydges Newcastle have a pool?

Rydges Newcastle features an outdoor pool.

Does Rydges Newcastle have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rydges Newcastle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rydges Newcastle to downtown Newcastle?

Rydges Newcastle is 0.4 mi away from Newcastle.

Rydges Newcastle Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 503 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Rydges.We had a room that looked over the river which was great - we used to live in Newcastle so many great memories were renewed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie, Salamander Bay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and modern with a great kitchenette. The bathroom is spacious and clean and the bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

niall

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Every morning the breakfast buffet was cold even after we informed them. The phone in room didn’t work and after we informed them they didn’t attempt to fix it. Concierge didn’t help us trolly our bags to our room. Just stood there . We had to bring trolly back to reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kallie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's location was very convenient to the nearby beach and attractions. There were plenty of restaurant options around. The pool has a big slide, which was good for older kids. There's a mini train ride for small kids at a small extra cost. Very family friendly hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ramyamol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Caleb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

KUSH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ‘Secured parking’ but we were unaware that the car is parked either in the warehouse or in an open space, however we only found about where the car could be parked at the end of the stay, when we checked out with our car covered in bird droppings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kareena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to town. Noisy on street side overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast over priced for what you get, especially having to pay for coffees on top.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The loculation was great Had to send my food back at dinner, no parking? and the bathroom new showers need we call that a mount Druitt bathroom stepping over a bath is not good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All areas were looking clean, atmosphere was appropriate for kids, breakfast was gifted to us and we loved the views to the harbour. Having a pool was fun. We would like to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and well presented
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really great, centrally located base for a weekend escape in Newcastle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never disappoints - will be back. Staff, location, valet parking, room, bed, location. All excellent ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025