Newcastle on the east coast of New South Wales, Australia, is about a two-hour drive north of Sydney. Founded in 1797, it is the sixth-largest city in Australia with a population of approximately 540,000 at the 2009 census. It's built around a working harbor and claims some of the best beaches in Australia. If you're looking for reasonably-priced accommodations, hotels in the Newcastle area can meet your budget requirements.
With room rates as low as $52 for up to three people, as of 2010 and depending on time of year, the Hotel Formule1 Newcastle offers budget travelers viable accommodations. Each of the 80 air-conditioned rooms has a queen bed and a single bunk bed. There's free parking, and breakfast is available at the restaurant on site. Conveniently located near Newcastle University and the Newcastle Entertainment Centre, the hotel is also close to bus and train stations and whale watching tours.
Hotel Formule1 Newcastle
3-5 Thomas Street
Wallsend, NSW 2287
Australia
011-61-2-4950-0244
accorhotels.com
Rates at The Sovereign Inn Newcastle start around $102, as of 2010 and depending on time of year. If you're traveling with your family, family rooms are available that accommodate two adults and two children. Standard rooms offer queen or double beds. You'll find a pool on the premises as well as a restaurant and bar, a BBQ area and guest laundry. Room service is also available.
The Sovereign Inn Newcastle
9 Maitland Road
Mayfield, NSW
Australia
011-61-2-4968-4405
sovereigninnnewcastle.com
The most budget-conscious traveler will find special rates at under $100 at The Madison Motor Inn, as of 2010. Special plans also include breakfast, dinner or breakfast and dinner. Rates include free parking. You can take advantage of the on-grounds gym, swimming pool, spa, guest laundry and award-winning restaurant. The hotel also boasts views of Newcastle and Stockton Beach.
The Madison Motor Inn
109 Madison Drive
Charlestown, NSW, 2290
Australia
011-61-2-4943-8899
themadison.com.au
Stay three nights at the 3.5 star Hotel Novocastrian, and rates for standard rooms with double bed are as low as about $125 per night, as of 2010. Located in Newcastle's East End and within walking distance of two beaches, the hotel offers free parking, a guest laundry and room service. Some of the rooms have private balconies and partial water views.
Hotel Novocastrian
21 Parnell Place
Newcastle East, NSW 2300
011-61-02-4926-3688
novocastrian.com.au
