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Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

4.5 star property
4.5-star beachfront hotel near Lake Macquarie

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Exterior
Lunch and dinner served, ocean views
Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Villa Ocean | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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27 Mawson Close, Caves Beach, NSW, 2281
  • Place, Wallarah National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, John Hunter Hospital
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Bungalow - Adults Only | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean Bungalow - Adults Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Townhouse Ocean | Living room | 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Townhouse Ocean

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Garden Villa | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1830 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Townhouse

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this Caves Beach hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Wallarah National Park and Moon Island Nature Reserve. Pinney Beach and Byrnes Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Wallarah National Park - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • John Hunter Hospital - 28 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Merewether Beach - 31 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • University of Newcastle - 33 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 37 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 24 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Wangi - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

4.5-star beachfront hotel near Lake Macquarie
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2928 square feet (272 square meters) and includes a conference center. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2928 sq ft of conference space
  • 272 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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 credit 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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Caves Beachside
Caves Beachside Hotel
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows Hotel Caves Beach
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows Hotel
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows Caves Beach
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Hotel
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Caves Beach
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Hotel Caves Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows to the airport?

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows is 33.3 mi (55-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 Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

As of Jan 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows on Jan 6, 2026 start from $315.11, 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 Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows.

How close is Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows offer free breakfast?

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows have a pool?

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows features an outdoor pool.

Does Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows have a restaurant?

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows is home to Caves Bistro, which features ocean views and al fresco dining.

Does Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows to downtown Newcastle?

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows is 14.5 mi away from Newcastle.

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 499 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Kia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, beautiful bungalows. Our go to couples trip away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bungalow had a nice view out to the beach & a small wetlands pond. Very quiet & modern. Very happy with our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always have a great time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

katrina

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

Beautiful outlook and lovely looking bungalows

Lovely peaceful bungalows with beautiful outlook Walk to a couple of restaurants A few breakfast items toaster plates knife’s bowls etc for byo breakie which is wonderful. The only bad thing was it doesn’t cater for the elderly there is nowhere comfortable to sit and eat a meal The deck chairs are way too low and your not able to be out there at night for all the bugs. My solution was to byo camp chair but shouldn’t have to do that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jann

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

Park the car

Great getaway. No need to leave the resort and Caves Beach precinct.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The adults only bungalows were lovely, great view, spacious and well appointed, with a generous sized bath tub. Easy in site dining, and bar and lovely within walking distance cafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good inclusions in room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuhua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the location near the beach and the property is nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing! Room was beautiful and the view was incredible, will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff in the hotel and restaurant are outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positive experience - a lovely property with amazing locale, beautiful room, nice dining choices nearby and surroundings. Maybe only criticism is it was priced steep for the value received.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant, peaceful surrounds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the holiday vibe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a perfect oasis to get away and relax with the beautiful beach right in front of you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Great place to stay!

The place was lovely, we had a view of the sea from our bungalow and it's a great location for exploring the area. Staff were all friendly and helpful and the food was great in the bar. My only complaint was the movement sensor lights at night. They were so bright every time someone walked past it lit up the room. Some low level lighting would have been better. The outdoor furniture could use some new cushions too. And although it mentions a kitchenette, it's really just a fridge and tea/coffee. Luckily we had some camping crockery and cutlery in the car! But overall a great stay, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quiet peaceful environment of the bungalows. The location near the ocean was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025