East End
Newcastle
Popular places to visit
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.
Foreshore Park
Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.
Blacksmiths Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Newcastle Showground
Catch an event at Newcastle Showground during your trip to Newcastle. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.
Newcastle Ocean Baths
Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.
Things to do
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in East End
QT Newcastle
Staff are very good. Housekeeping was not consistent unfortunately. Convenient position.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Ease of self check in/out. Clean and modern rooms. Comfy bed.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Rydges Newcastle
Staff very pleasant and efficient
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
The Executive Inn
Streamlined check in process, clean rooms
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
We've booked in with Jesmond Executive Villas 3-4 times in the passed 2 years. We were moved to the Azzurro apartments for the first 3 times so I can't comment on the villas as we haven't actually used them. I prefer the Azzurro apartments because it suits our needs n I can access them easily when ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Very nice rooms and decor in this new seeming building. The location is a 20 minute walk to waterfront. It’s a short drive to historic downtown. We definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East End
The Hill
The Hill is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.
Newcastle City Centre
While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall.
Cooks Hill
Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.
Stockton
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Stockton. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockton Beach or Little Park Beach.
Newcastle West
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.
Merewether
Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.
