Fern Bay

Newcastle

Popular places to visit

Newcastle featuring a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Newcastle Beach
Merewether Beach

Merewether Beach

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

Merewether Beach
Blacksmiths Beach

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.

Blacksmiths Beach
Merewether Ocean Baths

Merewether Ocean Baths

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

Merewether Ocean Baths
Foreshore Park

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.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle which includes general coastal views

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.

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Things to do

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

P10,895
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

P1,662
per traveler
Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket
30-Minute Distillery Guided Tour in Carrington

30-Minute Distillery Guided Tour in Newcastle

P739
per adult
30-Minute Distillery Guided Tour in Newcastle
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

P1,256
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

P1,256
per adult
Maitland's True Crime Tour
The Fighter World main hangar

General Admission Fighter World Museum

P739
per adult
General Admission Fighter World Museum
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Top hotels in Fern Bay

Fern Bay Motel

Fern Bay Motel

3 out of 5
1024 Nelson Bay Road, Fern Bay, NSW
The price is P4,432 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P4,432
P4,875 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf motel in Newcastle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Newcastle ...
8/10 Very Good! (383 reviews)
"Was a lovely place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Fern Bay Motel
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is P5,635 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,635
P6,198 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (446 reviews)
"Very nice modern hotel. Only annoying thing is Parking is a little expensive and street options not much better. Location fine if you are able to walk 500m to main honeysuckle cafe /restaurants etc."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is P5,183 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P5,183
P5,702 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"This property was wonderful…. Friendly staff who provided an easy check in process. Easy car parking process too. Close to trams, restaurants and bars. Nice breakfast/ dining/ bar area. Buffet breakfast was a little basic compared to many other hotels. 24 hour coffee service at reception. Comfortable ..."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is P7,093 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P7,093
P7,802 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were great. Beautiful view from our room. Comfortable bed. Spa bath not suitable to get in and out of for a shower."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Rydges Newcastle
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

4.5 out of 5
265 Sandy Point Road, Salamander Bay, NSW
The price is P5,964 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
P5,964
P5,964 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Salamander Bay. Enjoy free parking, a health club, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,461 reviews)
"What a lovely property. Beautiful pool area and such a gorgeous area with its surroundings. So easy for day trips to take it all in."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road, New Lambton, NSW
The price is P6,129 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P6,129
P6,742 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great for all the family, my daughters and I stay once or twice a year."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

The Executive Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Fern Bay

Newcastle showing a sunset, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

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.

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Mayfield

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Mayfield and you might want to plan a stop by Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle Showground while you're in the area.

Mayfield
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The Hill

Travelers like the parks in The Hill, and Christ Church Cathedral is a top attraction you might want to visit.

The Hill
Newcastle which includes a park

Newcastle City Centre

While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall.

Newcastle City Centre
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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.

Newcastle West
Newcastle

Cooks Hill

Cooks Hill is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Newcastle Art Gallery and St Andrews Presbyterian Church.

Cooks Hill

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