Rathmines
Newcastle
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

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 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.
Things to do

Newcastle: Humpback Whale Watching Cruise and Harbor Tour

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Rathmines Hotel Deals

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Walk along the harbor lovely
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Rydges Newcastle
No complaints here. Excellent! We had a renovated suite, it was clean, fresh and new. Staff great! Housekeeping great! Beds and pillows very comfortable. Great location.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
The room was nice and clean. The bed was nice and comfy. Internet was excellent, and the breakfast was good and a lot to choose from.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
Beautiful place loved it . Very friendly staff, Amazing view
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

QT Newcastle
Nice
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

The Executive Inn
Newly renovated room overlooking the pool area, was a great location! Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Rathmines

Toronto
Lake views, cafes, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

Belmont
Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.

Swansea
Though Swansea might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

Caves Beach
You might appreciate the beaches and restaurants in Caves Beach, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Lake Macquarie and Catherine Hill Beach are just a few notable stops.

Warners Bay
Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Gateshead
Travelers like the restaurants in Gateshead, and Carbeen Street Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

