Shortland
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
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Shortland Hotel Deals
Shortland Budget Accommodation
Staff were great. There is a kitchen there but I didn't use it. I ate in the evenings and was very good value. It was very good value for money and my room and bed was fine. It had a kettle in the room.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
The Executive Inn
We enjoyed our stay at The Executive Inn. Lovely breakfast buffet, great outdoor spa and the pool curfew of 9pm was enforced meaning that it was quiet at night time. Rooms are individually air-conditioned and the staff are friendly. We were needing to go to John Hunter Hospital which was a short ...
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Room spotless Staff courteous. Bed a bit of a challenge. Very comfortable but hard to get up and around
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Rydges Newcastle
Clean room Great facilities Staff very friendly and accommodating
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Crystalbrook Kingsley
The most comfortable mattress on the planet!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
NOAH'S On The Beach
Room was clean. Entertainment was great, Foxtel movie etc. Just negative about room service. Coffee served in take away cups in rooms. $5 extra charge.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Shortland
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.
New Lambton
Unique features of New Lambton include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Blackbutt Reserve or Newcastle International Sports Centre while you're exploring the area.
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf 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.
Newcastle City Centre
While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and 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.
