Curated luxury hotels in South Coast

With a stay at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows in Newcastle (Caves Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park. This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Pinney Beach and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Moon Island Nature Reserve.

With a stay at The Gateway Inn in Newcastle (Mayfield), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of John Hunter Hospital and Allowah Street Reserve. This luxury hotel is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Newcastle Beach and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Lake Macquarie.

Just a 10-minute drive from the heart of Newcastle, guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool at The Executive Inn, Newcastle. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and in the reception area. There are 12 dining options to choose from.

You can take a 2-minute walk to Balance Health Club and use their fitness facilities for free.The Newcastle Executive Inn is a 15-minute walk from Hunter Stadium and a 12-minute drive from Nobby’s Beach. Sydney Airport is a 2-hour drive away.

All air-conditioned rooms/suites feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a seating area and a desk. They offer a minibar and an electric kettle. There is an iPod docking station and a bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have a balcony or a sofa.

The property is attached to Wests Leagues Club and offers a range of bars and entertainment options. There is a 24-hour reception and room service is available.

The property also offers free parking, an onsite barber shop, a shared laundry and dry cleaning facilities.

With a stay at Tower Lodge in Pokolbin, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hunter Valley Gardens and Tower Estate. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from PepperTree Wines and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Hope Estate.

With a stay at H Boutique Hotel in Pokolbin, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Hunter Valley Gardens and Bimbadgen Estate. This golf aparthotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Horner Wines and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Moorebank Vineyard.

With a stay at QT Newcastle in Newcastle (Newcastle City Centre), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Newcastle Beach and John Hunter Hospital. This luxury hotel is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Lake Macquarie and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Newcastle Local Court.

Located in Pokolbin, Peppers Hunter Valley AVC Apartment is in a rural location – a 1-minute drive from The Vintage Golf Club and 5 minutes from Moorebank Vineyard. This golf hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Roche Estate and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Hunter Valley Gardens.

When you stay at Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens in Pokolbin, you'll be connected to a shopping centre, just steps from Hunter Valley Gardens and 4 minutes by foot from Tempus Two Winery. This family-friendly motel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Roche Estate and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Brokenwood Wines.

Located in the heart of the Hunter Valley with views of the Brokenback Ranges, Peppers Hunter Valley - formerly Grand Mercure offers self-contained apartments with free WiFi. Guests can enjoy an onsite restaurant and an 18-hole championship golf course.

Peppers Hunter Valley is a 5-minute drive from the Hunter Valley Gardens and within a 15-minute drive of a number of wineries. Sydney is a 2-hour drive away.

The property boasts an impressive range of facilities including a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a tennis court. You can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa and wellness centre. There is also a concierge and tour desk.

All air-conditioned apartments feature a cosy fireplace and a fully equipped kitchen. They offer a balcony with an outdoor dining area perfect to enjoy a glass of wine. Also on offer are laundry facilities and a living area.

The Legends Grill overlooks the golf course and serves international cuisine using local produce.

Novotel Newcastle Beach is centrally located in Newcastle – a 4-minute walk from Newcastle Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Nobbys Head Beach. This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Newcastle Civic Theater and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Merewether Beach.

Pokolbin Village Estate offers a variety of accommodation options suitable for couples, families and groups. Guests have access to our full-size tennis courts, swimming pools and onsite speciality stores , Cafe and Restaurant. Most rooms have a private patio overlooking the pool or grounds. Free WiFi is available in common areas and some rooms.

Guests can visit a range of stores on-site including those specialising in art, clothes and jewellery, the Pokolbin Bottle Shop, the Pokolbin Chocolate & Jam Company and the Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop.

Each room at Pokolbin Village Estate Hunter Valley features air conditioning, heating and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms have a kitchenette and DVD and CD player.

Blaxland Inn Restaurant is conveniently located next door and is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Bookings are essential.

Pokolbin Village Estate is located directly opposite the Hope Estate winery. Hunter Valley Gardens are only 3 km away.

With a stay at Rydges Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle – a 3-minute drive from Newcastle Beach and 10 minutes from John Hunter Hospital. This luxury hotel is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Lake Macquarie and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Newcastle Museum.

With a stay at Hotel Australasia in Eden, you'll be near the beach, just a 5-minute walk from Eden Killer Whale Museum and 11 minutes by foot from Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Eden Wharf and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Aslings Beach.

Only 5 minutes’ drive from central Newcastle, Junction Hotel boasts a restaurant, bar and accommodation with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen satellite TV.

Open daily, The Junction Hotel Bar and Restaurant serves a tasty menu including, burgers, ribs and crispy-skinned Barramundi. The bar offers a selection of cold beers and quality wines.

Relax in the comfort of your air-conditioned room, which features a refrigerator and an electric kettle. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are included in the private bathroom.

Junction Hotel Newcastle is 5 minutes’ walk from Junction Fair Shopping Centre and Merewether Beach. Port Stephens and various Hunter Valley vineyards are 55 minutes’ drive away.

Hotel Nelson is centrally located in Nelson Bay – a 4-minute walk from d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and 11 minutes by foot from Dutchmans Beach. This motel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Nelson Bay Golf Club and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Tomaree National Park.

Facing the beachfront, Seahorse Inn Hotel & Villas offers 4-star accommodation in Eden and features a garden, private beach area and shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

At the hotel, each room is equipped with a balcony. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Seahorse Inn Hotel & Villas have a TV and air conditioning, and some rooms are equipped with a terrace. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Seafood and Australian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

You can play tennis at Seahorse Inn Hotel & Villas, and the area is popular for cycling.

Pambula Merimbula Golf Club is 30 km from the hotel, while Merimbula Marina is 34 km away. Merimbula Airport is 31 km from the property.

With a stay at The Lucky Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle – a 1-minute drive from Newcastle Beach and 11 minutes from John Hunter Hospital. This hotel is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Lake Macquarie and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Newcastle Local Court.

Located in Newcastle (Newcastle West), Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG is within a 10-minute drive of Newcastle Beach and John Hunter Hospital. This luxury hotel is 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Lake Macquarie and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from NEX.

Commonwealth Hotel offers accommodation in Newcastle, just a 4-minute drive to Bar Beach and an 8-minute drive to Nobbys Beach.

It is an 8-minute walk from Darby Street, where you will find a variety of shops, restaurants and cafes. It is directly opposite an Aldi supermarket.

The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, kettle and refrigerator. Access to shared bathroom facilities is provided. Some rooms have a private bathroom.

Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and there is a cash machine available. There is also an onsite restaurant open until 21:00.

The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, a 30-minute drive from Commonwealth Hotel.

When you stay at Bannisters Port Stephens in Soldiers Point, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Salamander Bay and Soldiers Point Beach. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Soldiers Point Marina and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gir-um-bit National Park.