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Shortland Budget Accommodation

3.0 star property
3-star golf hotel near University of Newcastle

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Lunch and dinner served, Modern European cuisine
Free self parking
Front of property
Twin Room with Shared Facilities | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Billiards

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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269 Sandgate Road, Shortland, NSW, 2307
  • Place, University of Newcastle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Allowah Street Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room with Shared Facilities | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Shared Facilities

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Queen Room with Shared Facilities

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Facilities | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Facilities

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Shortland stay.With a stay at this Shortland hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of University of Newcastle and 6 miles (10 km) of Newcastle International Hockey Centre.

What's nearby

  • University of Newcastle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Allowah Street Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • North Lambton Dog Off-Leash Area - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Acacia Avenue Dog Park - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sandgate Station - 3 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pronto Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gloria Jean's Coffees - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Jesmond - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shortland Budget Accommodation

3-star golf hotel near University of Newcastle
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Shortland Budget Accommodation also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Newcastle hotel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Shortland Budget Accommodation offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The bar]
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 25 to December 28:
  • Dining venue(s)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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. 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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Shortland Hotel Motel
Shortland Hotel
Shortland Budget Accommodation Hotel
Shortland Budget Accommodation Shortland
Shortland Budget Accommodation Hotel Shortland

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shortland Budget Accommodation to the airport?

Shortland Budget Accommodation is 15.2 mi (22-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 Shortland Budget Accommodation?

As of Jan 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shortland Budget Accommodation on Jan 27, 2026 start from $60.49, 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 Shortland Budget Accommodation have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shortland Budget Accommodation.

How close is Shortland Budget Accommodation to the beach?

This hotel is 8.5 mi (21-min drive) from Newcastle Beach and 7.5 mi (20-min drive) from Dixon Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Shortland Budget Accommodation offer free breakfast?

Shortland Budget Accommodation does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Shortland Budget Accommodation have a pool?

Shortland Budget Accommodation does not have a pool.

Does Shortland Budget Accommodation have a restaurant?

Shortland Budget Accommodation is home to Shorty Hotel Bistro, which features Modern European cuisine. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from December 25 to December 28.

Does Shortland Budget Accommodation have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Shortland Budget Accommodation to downtown Newcastle?

Shortland Budget Accommodation is 5.6 mi away from Newcastle.

Shortland Budget Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 200 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes ; have been here nearly 3 months ! Booked & PREPAID 02/11 to 30/11. Hopefully, will book well into the new year, if it is possible.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room has good air con & ALWAYS cleaned by the reliable staff on a regular basis.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap clean accommodation

I have stayed here several times, very reasonable tariff, Great hotel friendly staff I recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shorty Hotel is a friendly place, accommodation is clean and adequate. It was a little hard getting to rooms as we had to negotiate stairs. Both of us have disabilities I could not recommend this hotel for people who have mobility challenges.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Ongoing stay ; safety paramount.....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here is "ongoing".A young girl gave me mail delivery on monday, so important & thank you so much. Still getting over, being SMASHED in the face in Islington not long ago.... Maitland Road-totally UNPROVOKED, with a KNUCKLE breaker.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thankfully, the bed comfort makes a HUGE impact on issues with shoulders & neck areas. Food options are good in the region.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Miranda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food options are good & bed is comfortable. The accomm here, is way cleaner than MANY others in Hamilton, Islington, Mayfield & Newcastle Beach.Also much SAFER..... Was recently hit by a cowards punch, in a bus shelter, waiting for a bus in Islington.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Francesca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room had a very strong bleach smell and the smell in the hall way wasn’t very pleasant. The room was ok and bathroom was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

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

4/10 Poor

Fadul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tainz

Was pretty good, got what I paid for. Everything was as expected for the price and I have no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Business traveler
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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
$100 Key deposit collected at hotel reception , has not been returned to my account and that Three working days and counting ?
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I appreciate you get what you pay for but a 'hot' shower is mandatory. Everything else was good for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shower was cold
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aakyanshya

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very dodgy place
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nyssa

Traveled with partner
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

VINCENT

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jedd

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy and kept being woken up and check out early and did not receive a refund
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025