Pokolbin

Travel Guide
Pokolbin showing farmland and landscape views
This rural village in the heart of the Hunter Valley offers wine tours, family-friendly gardens and farm visits against the backdrop of the Brokenback Mountains.

Pokolbin is a rural area north of the city of Cessnock and has been the central village of the Hunter Valley’s wine industry for nearly two centuries. The region is famous for its local produce so be sure to include visits to the area’s vineyards, breweries, olive farms and cheese factories. After a day outdoors, dine in quality restaurants to sample some of the best food in the area.

Pokolbin is a popular destination for those seeking a rural vacation experience within driving distance of Australia’s big cities on the east coast. Local accommodation options range from charming bed and breakfast rooms and luxury resorts with pools, to cabins in vineyards.

There is a championship golf course for sporty visitors while art lovers will enjoy the landscape paintings and sculptures in the local galleries.

Of course, the Hunter Valley is most popular because of its quality Australian wine. This is the birthplace of the nation’s wine industry and nowadays Pokolbin is surrounded by more than a dozen quality wineries and vineyards.

Visit boutique vineyards, like Saddler’s Creek or Mistletoe, or larger export wineries like Pepper Tree. Because nearly all cellar doors are in a rural setting, the area is best explored by car. You can pick up a map and brochures at the tourist information center on the road to Cessnock to find out which wineries and farms suit your interests. For a fun and informative gourmet experience with a group and chauffeur, join the winery and lunch tours leaving from Sydney, Newcastle or Cessnock.

While in Pokolbin, don’t miss the Hunter Valley Gardens in the center of town. Walk through the tranquil gardens and have lunch or a beer in the Irish pub. Let the children roam free in the Storybook Garden, where they can come face-to-face with world-famous nursery rhyme characters and listen to their stories.

Pokolbin is located 7 miles (11 kilometers) north of Cessnock and can be reached by car or bus. Rover Coaches has a regular bus service that connects the two towns.

Harrigan's Hunter Valley
Harrigan's Hunter Valley
4 out of 5
2090 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, NSW
The price is ¥16,143 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
¥16,143
per night
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Pokolbin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms ...
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"a charming place with the feel of quaint opulence. Venue and accommodation top notch. Very comfortable rooms with parking at your door."

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2024

Harrigan's Hunter Valley
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
4 out of 5
15 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, NSW
The price is ¥20,618 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥20,618
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,998 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
The Lane Retreat
The Lane Retreat
3 out of 5
409 Palmers Ln, Pokolbin, NSW
The price is ¥21,262 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥21,262
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Pokolbin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Roche Estate and Hunter Valley Gardens are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"The Breakfast isn’t really a breakfast Communication in regards to check needs to be better once I had the info it was easy. It’s a clean modern place to stay"

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2024

The Lane Retreat
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H Boutique Hotel
H Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
770 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Pokolbin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (566 reviews)
"Good size. Lovely outlook."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

H Boutique Hotel
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
4 out of 5
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! (1,998 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
Grand Mercure Apartments The Vintage Hunter Valley
Grand Mercure Apartments The Vintage Hunter Valley
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Vintage Road & McDonalds Drive, Pokolbin, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Pokolbin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (477 reviews)
"In the words of my 9 year old grandson on arrival “ahhh, this is the life!”"

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2024

Grand Mercure Apartments The Vintage Hunter Valley
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Verified traveler
Jun 24, 2019

Visit Dave at Running Horse Winery in Broke

4/5 - Good

Roslyn
Oct 12, 2018

It's a lovely place to visit especially if you are into wines.

5/5 - Excellent

DVB
Oct 11, 2018

The Pokolbin wine district is great because there is so much choice and variety of things to see and do within easy travelling distance. It's also a beautiful landscape, enhanced by the well kept vineyards and winerys.

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