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A modern bar area with a unique ceiling design featuring spherical light fixtures, a bar counter, and seating with a patterned floor.

A modern hotel room with a red accent wall, a round mirror, a minibar, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a body of water, featuring round tables and chairs.

A multi-story building with a prominent clock tower, large windows, and a modern entrance area.

1. QT Newcastle

2.1 km from Bar Beach

Benjamin

P9,272

P10,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with two chairs, a cactus, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, a coffee maker, and a glass-top counter.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, black chairs, and a vase with flowers. There are wall-mounted lights and a sign indicating a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a shower area, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

2. Chaucer Palms Boutique Bed & Breakfast

Hamilton, 2.9 km from Bar Beach

Adam

P10,140

P11,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A spacious, well-lit living area with a modern design, featuring a large sofa, a coffee table, and several potted plants.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a sign reading "LN HOTEL."

A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a television.

A modern gym with wooden flooring, exercise equipment, and large windows offering views of greenery and buildings.

3. Little National Hotel Newcastle

1.9 km from Bar Beach

Chester

P8,259

P9,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, and hanging lights.

A staircase with a neon sign reading 'The Place to Stay' and a reflection of a smartphone on the glass railing.

4. Junction Hotel

0.8 km from Bar Beach

Matthew

P8,071

P8,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a television screen displaying a band.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A reception area with a counter, a digital screen, and a wall-mounted plant.

5. Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Newcastle West, 1.9 km from Bar Beach

Peter

P7,115

P7,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A cafe with a counter, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a reflective glass facade and a unique tree-like design element.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

6. 291 on King

Newcastle City Centre, 1.5 km from Bar Beach

Natalie

P9,130

P10,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern outdoor space with a water feature, a brick structure, and a wall covered in ivy.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a concrete table, and a potted plant.

A building labeled "Merewether Ocean Baths" with a pool in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a door leading to a balcony.

7. Crown on Darby

Cooks Hill, 1.4 km from Bar Beach

David

P6,353

P6,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

An outdoor dining area with wicker pendant lights, tables, and orange and white striped umbrellas.

A staircase with vintage suitcases arranged on shelves above.

A cozy restaurant with brick walls, hexagonal mirrors, and a neon sign. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside lamp, and a chair.

8. The Lucky Hotel

Newcastle City Centre, 2.1 km from Bar Beach

ANN

P7,445

P8,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern restaurant with black chairs, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large sofa, and a reception area.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, seating areas, and potted plants.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and large planters.

9. Crystalbrook Kingsley

Newcastle City Centre, 1.8 km from Bar Beach

Grant

P8,132

P8,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table with a bowl of apples, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A coastal view with a road curving along the beach, ocean waves, and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

10. Quest Newcastle West

Newcastle West, 2 km from Bar Beach

Chad

P9,002

P9,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

A conference room with a large screen displaying "NOAH'S NEWCASTLE" and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

A room with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of the ocean, and a blue carpet with a wave pattern.

11. NOAH'S On The Beach

Newcastle East, 2.6 km from Bar Beach

Connie

P10,099

P11,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a body of water and distant landscape.

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and a rocky outcrop.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern dining area with a wooden table, white wicker chairs, and a vase of flowers.

12. Terminus Apartment Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Newcastle City Centre, 2.4 km from Bar Beach

Emma

P7,885

P8,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a door, and a view of the outside balcony.

A bar area with a counter, multiple taps, and a digital screen. There are tables and chairs in the adjacent dining area.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.

13. The Grand Hotel Newcastle

Newcastle City Centre, 2.1 km from Bar Beach

Anne

P5,532

P6,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

An outdoor seating area with white tables and chairs, a sign for 'WHARF 350 Restaurant & Bar', and a view of the water and palm trees in the background.

A hotel with a pool adjacent to a waterfront, featuring balconies and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table with a book and a vase, a TV, and large windows with a view of a body of water and a bridge.

A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of the water and a ship in the distance.

14. Rydges Newcastle

2 km from Bar Beach

Karen

P9,418

P10,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A coastal walkway with a white railing, leading to the beach.

A brick building with a green roof and a tree in front.

A spacious room with wooden beams, a billiards table, leather sofas, and a fireplace.

A library with a wooden staircase, a red leather couch, and a bookcase.

15. YHA Newcastle Beach

Newcastle City Centre, 2.3 km from Bar Beach

Ana Paola

P4,380

P4,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A cozy lounge area with a chessboard, leather sofa, and a large mirror.

A cozy restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a view of the street outside.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small desk, and artwork on the walls.

A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses on shelves.

16. Northern Star Hotel Hamilton

Hamilton, 2.8 km from Bar Beach

James

P3,942

P4,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

A long dining table set for a meal with chairs on either side, decorated with white flowers and candles.

A table with breakfast items and drinks, overlooking a beach.

17. Novotel Newcastle Beach

Newcastle City Centre, 2.3 km from Bar Beach

Liv

P8,903

P9,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a glass dining table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with blinds.

A modern apartment with a kitchenette, a sofa, a bed, and a sliding glass door.

A neatly made bed with a teal blanket and white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door in the background.

18. Hamilton on Beaumont

3.2 km from Bar Beach

Andrew

P10,233

P11,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a distant bridge.

A narrow hallway with white walls, a dark carpet, and a door marked with the number 6.

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

19. Oriental Hotel

Cooks Hill, 1.3 km from Bar Beach

Terry

P4,517

P4,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV on a white stand. There is a glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

A covered walkway with a sign reading "QUEST Newcastle."

A modern meeting room with a round table, wooden chairs, a ceiling fan, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

20. Quest Newcastle

Newcastle West, 1.7 km from Bar Beach

Rachel

P9,103

P10,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Bar Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
QT Newcastle	9.6 Exceptional 540 reviews	View
Chaucer Palms Boutique Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 202 reviews	View
Little National Hotel Newcastle	9.6 Exceptional 807 reviews	View
Junction Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 215 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Bar Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A short trip just overnight but always can count on holiday inn hotels for a a good stay. Good amenities and services. Staff friendly. Shout out to the lady not sure what her name was helping my mum on day off check out with parking."

Crystalbrook Kingsley

10/10 Excellent

"Business stay, amazing hotel & rooftop bar/ restaurant overlooking Newcastle Harbour and Riverside"

Little National Hotel Newcastle

10/10 Excellent

"Our favourite hotel in Newy"

Rydges Newcastle

10/10 Excellent

"From fantastic room to lovely helpful informed staff. Food was fantastic. View was awesome. Hoping to stay longer next time."

Quest Newcastle

10/10 Excellent

"Great and easy to access the construction is little annoying"

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"great place close to the CBD"

The Lucky Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay here and will stay again when we next come to Newcastle. Ideal location next to the Crown St light rail station as we came up from Sydney by train. Our meal there was great and the staff were very friendly. We stayed on a Monday and Tuesday night and got a good price for the room. The renovated room was fine for us and had everything we needed. No complaints at all."

Merewether Motel

8/10 Good

"friendly helpful staff"

Junction Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location & friendly & helpful staff - highly recommended"

Other attractions near Bar Beach

A coastal swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a sandy beach and rocky shoreline.

Merewether Beach

9.0/10 (526 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Newcastle? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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A boardwalk with people silhouetted against a sunset sky.

ANZAC Memorial Bridge

After visiting ANZAC Memorial Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newcastle. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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A coastal scene with a series of numbered concrete blocks along a water edge, reflecting the sunset sky.

Merewether Ocean Baths

9.2/10 (654 reviews)

Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.

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Newcastle Art Gallery

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore this museum to learn about every facet of Australian art, from its indigenous bark painting to ceramics and photography.

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Susan Gilmore Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Susan Gilmore Beach during your trip to Newcastle? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Dixon Park Beach

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Dixon Park Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Newcastle. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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Bathers Way Trailhead

You can take time to visit Bathers Way Trailhead during your travels to Newcastle. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

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NEX

Learn about the events happening at NEX during your trip to Newcastle. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bar Beach?

Bar Beach is located in Newcastle. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 135 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Bar Beach?

Crown on Darby is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers a fitness center and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Bar Beach. Another good choice is 291 on King, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Bar Beach?

Expedia has 135 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Bar Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bar Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Bar Beach.

What can I see and do near Bar Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Fort Scratchley and Newcastle Museum. Sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and ANZAC Memorial Bridge highlight some of the local culture. Enjoy the outdoors at Foreshore Park, King Edward Park, or Newcastle Civic Park.

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Our top choices for Bar Beach hotels

1. QT Newcastle

2. Chaucer Palms Boutique Bed & Breakfast

3. Little National Hotel Newcastle

4. Junction Hotel

5. Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

6. 291 on King

7. Crown on Darby

8. The Lucky Hotel

9. Crystalbrook Kingsley

10. Quest Newcastle West

11. NOAH'S On The Beach

12. Terminus Apartment Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

13. The Grand Hotel Newcastle

14. Rydges Newcastle

15. YHA Newcastle Beach

16. Northern Star Hotel Hamilton

17. Novotel Newcastle Beach

18. Hamilton on Beaumont

19. Oriental Hotel

20. Quest Newcastle

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Top Bar Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Crystalbrook Kingsley

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

Quest Newcastle

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

The Lucky Hotel

Merewether Motel

Junction Hotel

Other attractions near Bar Beach

Merewether Beach

ANZAC Memorial Bridge

Merewether Ocean Baths

Newcastle Art Gallery

Susan Gilmore Beach

Dixon Park Beach

Bathers Way Trailhead

NEX

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