Rydges Newcastle

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8.6
/10
Very Good
1,001 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Jane

10.0
/ 10
Very clean room, with all we required. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had Happy Hour drinks and a nice meal. The outside dining/drinks area is lovely with heaters and water views. Would have loved a swim in the pool if it hadn’t been winter!

Viive

10.0
/ 10
I love staying here when in Newcastle. The location on the waterfront but close to city restaurants is perfect. The rooms ( suites) are the best layout I have encountered, with a kitchen bench and sink, comfortable sofa and desk opening up to a well appointed bedroom with plenty of room for bags and a large en-suite with lots of bench space to hold all your bits and pieces so they don’t get lost or left behind.

Marilyn

10.0
/ 10
Pleasant room, very quiet, harbour views, nice walking paths alongside harbour. Only downside was shower in the bath which is dodgy for aging limbs. I take my own non-slip mat which helps me avoid slipping.
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Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300

Main Facilities

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Swimming Pool
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Rydges Newcastle is located in area / city Newcastle. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
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General
In Newcastle (Newcastle City Centre)

Location
With a stay at Rydges Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle, within a 5-minute drive of Newcastle Beach and Newcastle Museum. This luxury hotel is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Lake Macquarie and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Foreshore Footpath.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Newcastle Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Newcastle Civic Theater - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Newcastle City Hall - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Foreshore Footpath - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Newcastle Local Court - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Newcastle Civic Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Honeysuckle Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St Andrews Presbyterian Church - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Newcastle Art Gallery - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
NEX - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Christ Church Cathedral - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Foreshore Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
King Edward Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Newcastle Beach - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Fort Scratchley - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi

The preferred airport for Rydges Newcastle is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 26.7 km / 16.6 mi

Renovations
The property will be renovating from July 31 2026 to August 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Facilities
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a waterslide, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a ballroom.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Dining
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the ocean view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 175 guestrooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

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Accessibilty

  • Braille or raised signage
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Disabled access friendly
  • Accessible path of travel

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Things to Do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Waterslide
  • Pool sun loungers

Public Facilities

  • Coffee shop
  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Banquet
  • Ballroom
  • Terrace

Business Facilities

  • Business facilities
  • Business facilities

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Transportation

  • Valet parking (surcharge)

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Rydges Newcastle

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Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 35 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Pets Not Allowed

Professional property host/manager, LGBTQIA+ friendly, No rollaway/extra beds available, By ocean, Beach nearby

General Information

Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 00:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Rydges Newcastle
175
Number of floors in Rydges Newcastle
4
Another facilities in Rydges Newcastle
Braille or raised signage, Accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom, Disabled access friendly

Frequently asked question in Rydges Newcastle

What are available facilities at Rydges Newcastle?
There are top facilites at Rydges Newcastle such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Rydges Newcastle?
The standard check-in time at Rydges Newcastle is starting from 15:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Rydges Newcastle provide breakfast?
Yes, Rydges Newcastle provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Rydges Newcastle?
Rydges Newcastle is a 4.5-star hotel.
How many floors does Rydges Newcastle have?
Rydges Newcastle has 4 floors.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Rydges Newcastle

Traveloka (1)
Other sources (1,000)
8.6
Very Good
From 1,000 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

8.8

Service and Facilites

9.0

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Traveler Reviews Rydges Newcastle

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Jane
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very clean room, with all we required. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had Happy Hour drinks and a nice meal. The outside dining/drinks area is lovely with heaters and water views. Would have loved a swim in the pool if it hadn’t been winter!
Neha
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice hotel and friendly staff
Monica
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The location is great only 2 mins from light rail. It’s a walking distance to Honeysuckle and restaurants.
Viive
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I love staying here when in Newcastle. The location on the waterfront but close to city restaurants is perfect. The rooms ( suites) are the best layout I have encountered, with a kitchen bench and sink, comfortable sofa and desk opening up to a well appointed bedroom with plenty of room for bags and a large en-suite with lots of bench space to hold all your bits and pieces so they don’t get lost or left behind.
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Marilyn
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Pleasant room, very quiet, harbour views, nice walking paths alongside harbour. Only downside was shower in the bath which is dodgy for aging limbs. I take my own non-slip mat which helps me avoid slipping.
Anne
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We were checked in by Kiara who was very welcoming and professional. All the staff from bar to housekeeping were friendly and helpful seeing it was our first trip to Newcastle. The room was spotless. Highly recommend Rydges to others to experience a great start to your holiday. Liz and Ian suite 209
Steven
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location on the waters edge close to restaurants and bars
Tu-An Julie
8.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Customer service was great, location was great, rooms were standard. Sofa bed was mouldy and dirty
Zaki
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with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location and overall a decent stay. Nothing fancy but clean and updated rooms. The hallways and stairs could use a more frequent vaccum :) The basement parking has EV chargers (paid) which is great.
Dan
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with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was clean but we got a room to sleep 4 as we had our kids, it had a sofa bed which we had to make ourselves, it was extremely uncomfortable. Did not come with extra pillows we had a massive day out so got room service for dinner burgers and fries paid over $120 for the food it took 45minutes to arrive yet the fries where really cold and someone must of dropped the salt in as they were inedibley salty and burgers where very very cold we complained and told them we where starving to which staff said they will send someone up to come and collect it he came 5 minutes later and was stone silent did not apologise did not offer to make more food or what else they could do to make us more comfortable just took it and ran. I want back 40 minutes later as I assumed that because they suggested to take our food away right away that they would test it and make us more but no he said he didn’t realise we wanted it re made. I said fine look just send a refund. And I’ll go get kfc. The next morning went down to buffet breakfast hoping for at least a decent breakfast but no again food was cold and not fresh. They didn’t even include coffee as had to order the barista coffee which was $8 each. All up breakfast was $130 and again not worth it what so ever. We had stayed here before and it was great but now I am really not sure if I would again.
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Paul
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was generally very good. The staff were helpful and quick to respond. The breakfast was nice with a great view over the harbour. Our room looked out over the harbour - worth the extra money if you like watching the goings on of a busy port. And it’s well located for dining, shopping etc. The only downside was the room was a little tired and dated, showing signs of wear and tear - a few dents and scratches here and there, a window sill with signs of water damage, the shower was the type where you stand in the bath etc. The hotel had signs up, advertising that the rooms were getting a make-over, but ours hasn’t had that. Hence four stars instead of five. Also, the only parking options provided by the hotel was $35 per day valet parking. There are small car parks nearby, but they required sign-up to an app and it wasn’t clear what price they were, so we just used the valet parking - something to keep in mind when calculating the cost of the room if you arrive by car.
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Alana
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with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean room, friendly staff and a great little getaway!
FRANK
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Didn't have breakfast
Anne
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, clean bright and airy.
KRISTIE
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very friendly and helpful staff. Contacted about getting an extra towel and it arrived within minutes. Great location easy to get around the city. They are upgrading their rooms ours was not updated yet, downfall was the bathroom. Shower was in the bath and very small, mould in the shower curtain and grout all coming away. But that should all be fixed with updating. Felt a bit expensive for an outdated room.
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Jeremy
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with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly staff
nadia
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with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great to have use of gym and pool. Great location.
Rachael
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with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean room, strange smell in room when sink would be used but great otherwise. Well stocked mini bar, toiletries great.
Patrick
8.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, well maintained hotel with excellent staff.
Rachel
icon-with Children
with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Sec time staying here and its always good and clean . Amazing customer service from all staff. Thank you for having us . See use all again soon .
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Rydges Newcastle

Traveloka (1)
Other sources (1,000)
8.6
Very Good
From 1,000 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

8.8

Service and Facilites

9.0

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Traveler Reviews Rydges Newcastle

Number of reviews per page
20
40
Top reviews
Jane
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very clean room, with all we required. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had Happy Hour drinks and a nice meal. The outside dining/drinks area is lovely with heaters and water views. Would have loved a swim in the pool if it hadn’t been winter!
Neha
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice hotel and friendly staff
Monica
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The location is great only 2 mins from light rail. It’s a walking distance to Honeysuckle and restaurants.
Viive
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I love staying here when in Newcastle. The location on the waterfront but close to city restaurants is perfect. The rooms ( suites) are the best layout I have encountered, with a kitchen bench and sink, comfortable sofa and desk opening up to a well appointed bedroom with plenty of room for bags and a large en-suite with lots of bench space to hold all your bits and pieces so they don’t get lost or left behind.
Read More
Marilyn
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Pleasant room, very quiet, harbour views, nice walking paths alongside harbour. Only downside was shower in the bath which is dodgy for aging limbs. I take my own non-slip mat which helps me avoid slipping.
Anne
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We were checked in by Kiara who was very welcoming and professional. All the staff from bar to housekeeping were friendly and helpful seeing it was our first trip to Newcastle. The room was spotless. Highly recommend Rydges to others to experience a great start to your holiday. Liz and Ian suite 209
Steven
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location on the waters edge close to restaurants and bars
Tu-An Julie
8.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Customer service was great, location was great, rooms were standard. Sofa bed was mouldy and dirty
Zaki
icon-with Friends
with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location and overall a decent stay. Nothing fancy but clean and updated rooms. The hallways and stairs could use a more frequent vaccum :) The basement parking has EV chargers (paid) which is great.
Dan
icon-with Children
with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was clean but we got a room to sleep 4 as we had our kids, it had a sofa bed which we had to make ourselves, it was extremely uncomfortable. Did not come with extra pillows we had a massive day out so got room service for dinner burgers and fries paid over $120 for the food it took 45minutes to arrive yet the fries where really cold and someone must of dropped the salt in as they were inedibley salty and burgers where very very cold we complained and told them we where starving to which staff said they will send someone up to come and collect it he came 5 minutes later and was stone silent did not apologise did not offer to make more food or what else they could do to make us more comfortable just took it and ran. I want back 40 minutes later as I assumed that because they suggested to take our food away right away that they would test it and make us more but no he said he didn’t realise we wanted it re made. I said fine look just send a refund. And I’ll go get kfc. The next morning went down to buffet breakfast hoping for at least a decent breakfast but no again food was cold and not fresh. They didn’t even include coffee as had to order the barista coffee which was $8 each. All up breakfast was $130 and again not worth it what so ever. We had stayed here before and it was great but now I am really not sure if I would again.
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Paul
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was generally very good. The staff were helpful and quick to respond. The breakfast was nice with a great view over the harbour. Our room looked out over the harbour - worth the extra money if you like watching the goings on of a busy port. And it’s well located for dining, shopping etc. The only downside was the room was a little tired and dated, showing signs of wear and tear - a few dents and scratches here and there, a window sill with signs of water damage, the shower was the type where you stand in the bath etc. The hotel had signs up, advertising that the rooms were getting a make-over, but ours hasn’t had that. Hence four stars instead of five. Also, the only parking options provided by the hotel was $35 per day valet parking. There are small car parks nearby, but they required sign-up to an app and it wasn’t clear what price they were, so we just used the valet parking - something to keep in mind when calculating the cost of the room if you arrive by car.
Read More
Alana
icon-with Children
with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean room, friendly staff and a great little getaway!
FRANK
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Didn't have breakfast
Anne
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, clean bright and airy.
KRISTIE
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very friendly and helpful staff. Contacted about getting an extra towel and it arrived within minutes. Great location easy to get around the city. They are upgrading their rooms ours was not updated yet, downfall was the bathroom. Shower was in the bath and very small, mould in the shower curtain and grout all coming away. But that should all be fixed with updating. Felt a bit expensive for an outdated room.
Read More
Jeremy
icon-with Children
with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly staff
nadia
icon-with Children
with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great to have use of gym and pool. Great location.
Rachael
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean room, strange smell in room when sink would be used but great otherwise. Well stocked mini bar, toiletries great.
Patrick
8.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, well maintained hotel with excellent staff.
Rachel
icon-with Children
with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Sec time staying here and its always good and clean . Amazing customer service from all staff. Thank you for having us . See use all again soon .
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