Rydges Newcastle Hotel

The smoke-free Rydges Newcastle Hotel is around 10 minutes' walk from the kid-friendly Newcastle Museum and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Thanks to its waterfront location, this 5-star hotel is 2.4 km from Newcastle Memorial Walk, which guests can visit to explore the history of the area.

The hotel lies nearly a 5-minute ride from Newcastle Harbour and about 5 minutes by car from Fort Scratchley. The Rydges is also located 400 metres from Newcastle City Hall Function Center and within reach of the magnificently landscaped King Edward Ocean Park. Guests might as well visit Cathedral grounds, which is merely a 14-minute walk away. Standing a mere 1.2 km away, the Australian Christ Church Cathedral is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. Hunter St Opp Wheeler Plaza bus stop is approximately 5 minutes on foot from the Rydges Newcastle.

The well-appointed rooms are equipped with a private safe, high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini-bar, coffee and tea makers. There is also a private bathroom. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations, as well as comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets. The rooms of Rydges Newcastle Hotel offer views of the ocean.

The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind. The bar area includes a lounge. Located a few steps from the property, the restaurant Ristorante Il Grifone offers a Mediterranean menu.