Thornton
Maitland
Popular places to visit
Maitland Gaol
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maitland Gaol during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.
Maitland Regional Art Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Maitland Regional Art Gallery during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.
Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Maitland. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in the area.
Maitland Showground
Enjoy an outing to Maitland Showground during your stay in Maitland.
Winter Art Bazaar
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Winter Art Bazaar during your trip to Maitland. Check out the wineries or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Walka Water Works
Explore the great outdoors at Walka Water Works, a lovely green space in Maitland.
Things to do
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Hunter Valley: Wine, Gin, Cheese and Chocolate Tour
HUNTER VALLEY CHEESEBOARD TASTING - select your favourite cheeses
Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music
Hunter Valley Wines, 2-Course Lunch, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Top hotels in Thornton
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
The hotel is family friendly. Very suitable for kids as they have a massive pool for kids.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Great location. Clean and tidy. Majority of staff very friendly. Great cafe onsite.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
NOAH'S On The Beach
Always love staying at Noah’s. Amazing location and friendly staff
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
The Executive Inn
Great central location.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
No pay tv although the listing said it was available. I couldn’t cast from my phone to the tv as the tv wasn’t compatible and needed to update the server. Contacted staff and they were no help at all regarding this.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
Staff- good. Bed pillow- super old, towel- not clean. Would not come back or recommend.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thornton
Beresfield
While Beresfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Pambalong Nature Reserve.
Chisholm
While Chisholm isn't home to many top sights, Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Gaol are some notable places to visit nearby.
Metford
Though Metford might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maitland Gaol and Maitland Showground.
Tarro
Tarro might not have many top sights, but Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Maitland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of East Maitland. Make a stop by Maitland Gaol or Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Metford Station to get around town.
Morpeth
Morpeth is well-liked for its restaurants and historic sites. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Showground are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
