Islington
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.
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 beautiful beaches, 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.
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.
Things to do
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch
Top hotels in Islington
The Executive Inn
Great location out of cbd. Large club next door and only 7 minutes drive from John Hunter Hosp. Really good breakfast buffet
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
As a regular guest, me and my family have always loved this hotel and it’s a home away from home with all the comfort and pleasant hospitality that we could ask for!
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
It was reasonable, Air Conditioning didn’t work and no remote to be found. And seriously, nobody watches free to air TV in this century. Motel requires urgent update of Smart TV’s
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Rydges Newcastle
Very friendly and helpful staff. Contacted about getting an extra towel and it arrived within minutes. Great location easy to get around the city. They are upgrading their rooms ours was not updated yet, downfall was the bathroom. Shower was in the bath and very small, mould in the shower curtain ...
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
Crown on Darby
We had the one bedroom apartment which is absolutely huge. It has two outdoor seating areas on opposite sides of the unit. Access to your unit, the building, and the garage are all a single code to remember. The elevator is quick, though there are only 3 levels (garage, lobby, rooms). The one bedroom ...
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Room was super clean and a lot nicer than we expected! And the best part it was safe, getting in and out and to your own room it was very secure. Absolutely amazing for the price and the areas around was so good for food and located somewhere convenient and close to everything you need. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Islington
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.
Broadmeadow
Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Newcastle City Centre
While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall.
Adamstown
Travelers enjoy Adamstown for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Glenrock State Conervation while you're in the area.
