Cessnock is known as the gateway to some of the best wineries in the country. The town’s restaurants and bars serve local produce and wines from the area. The colonial heritage buildings and rural surroundings are the other perfect ingredients for a relaxing vacation in the Australian countryside. Popular activities in the Cessnock area include skydiving, hot air ballooning and playing golf.
Cessnock, the largest town in the Lower Hunter Valley, was once a thriving mining town. Discover the history and creativity of the region at the town’s many cultural institutions, including the Marthaville Arts & Crafts Centre and the Cessnock Court House. Of course, most people come here for the gourmet food and drinks many wineries and farms are within a short driving distance from the township.
Explore the Hunter Valley’s famous wine region by renting a car or joining a coach tour. Visit the wineries and cheese factories in Pokolbin and Mount View, and stop at cellar doors and farm gates to taste fresh local produce. Many have on-site restaurants and some offer behind-the-scenes tours.
Cessnock is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Brokenback Mountains visible from the town. Nearby Werakata National Park is great for bushwalking and mountain bike riding, so pack a picnic and enjoy a day outdoors.
Bring your binoculars because Cessnock is situated within the Hunter Valley Important Bird Area, and is home to many endangered species. See if you can spot a regent honeyeater or the colorful swift parrot.
To get a bird’s-eye view of it all yourself, glide over the town in a hot air balloon as the sun comes up, or sky dive above the wineries. Book these adventures through one of the operators in the township. The Cessnock golf club is near the town center and welcomes visiting players.
Cessnock is just over 31 miles (50 kilometers) from Newcastle, in the Lower Hunter Valley wine region. Visitors from Sydney can reach the town by car in about two hours or book a seat on the Rover Coaches bus service.
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Hunter Valley Motel
30 Allandale Road, Cessnock, NSW
Fully refundable
The price is ¥9,962 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
¥9,962
per night
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Cessnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions Hunter Valley Gardens and Oaks Golf ...
8/10 Very Good! (179 reviews)
Great value for price.
"One night stop over. Great value for money. Food options close by. Plenty of free parking."
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024
Cumberland Motor Inn
57-61 Cumberland St, Cessnock, NSW
The price is ¥10,377 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥10,377
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Cessnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (547 reviews)
"Clean, simple motel in a good location. Property itself (hard and soft fixtures) is fairly outdated but think the price reflects this. It's a good value. We did stay on a Saturday night and it was a bit noisy with music from a venue nearby but thankfully wasn't loud enough to impact our sleep negatively. ..."
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2024
Cessnock Motel
13 Allandale Road, Cessnock, NSW
The price is ¥10,438 per night from May 6 to May 7
¥10,438
per night
May 6 - May 7
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Cessnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (271 reviews)
"Clean and nice bathroom."
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jesmond Executive Villas
189 Newcastle Road, Jesmond, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,740 reviews)
"We had a pleasant experience for one night. Clean modern rooms and quiet. Comfortable bed and clean. I feel sorry for the people who didn’t have a great experience but for a quick stop in it was great. Guess we were just lucky!"
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2024
Florence Cottage, 10 minutes from Hunter Valley Vineyards. Family friendly.
Cessnock
Stay at this cottage in Cessnock. Enjoy onsite parking, a TV, and a kitchen. Popular attractions Hunter Valley Gardens and Oaks Golf Course are located nearby. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Road trip
"Beautifully appointed house with comfortable beds, luxurious bathroom. We only stayed one night. Wished we could have stayed longer."
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
15 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, NSW
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Pokolbin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,005 reviews)
"Beautiful and quite place with all the amenities"
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Oaks Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Cessnock at Oaks Golf Course. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its wineries.
Things to do
Tastes of the Hunter Half Day Tour
¥12,575
Per adult
Hunter Valley: Self Guided Wine Tasting with Grazing Board
¥5,361
Per adult
Sample the Hunter Half Day Tour
¥11,600
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley: Tasting of 6 Shiraz Vintages at Tulloch Wines
¥7,798
Per adult
Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour
¥19,496
Per adult
Award Winning Full Day Wine and Food Experience
¥21,933
Per adult