Cessnock is known as the gateway to some of the best wineries in the country. The town’s restaurants and bars serve local produce and wines from the area. The colonial heritage buildings and rural surroundings are the other perfect ingredients for a relaxing holiday in the Australian countryside. Popular activities in the Cessnock area include skydiving, hot air ballooning and playing golf.Cessnock, the largest town in the Lower Hunter Valley, was once a thriving mining town. Discover the history and creativity of the region at the town’s many cultural institutions, including the Marthaville Arts & Crafts Centre and the Cessnock Court House. Of course, most people come here for the gourmet food and drinks many wineries and farms are within a short driving distance from the township. Explore the Hunter Valley’s famous wine region by renting a car or joining a coach tour. Visit the wineries and cheese factories in Pokolbin and Mount View, and stop at cellar doors and farm gates to taste fresh local produce. Many have on-site restaurants and some offer behind-the-scenes tours.Cessnock is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Brokenback Mountains visible from the town. Nearby Werakata National Park is great for bushwalking and mountain bike riding, so pack a picnic and enjoy a day outdoors.Bring your binoculars because Cessnock is situated within the Hunter Valley Important Bird Area, and is home to many endangered species. See if you can spot a regent honeyeater or the colourful swift parrot.To get a bird’s-eye view of it all yourself, glide over the town in a hot air balloon as the sun comes up, or sky dive above the wineries. Book these adventures through one of the operators in the township. The Cessnock golf club is near the town centre and welcomes visiting players.Cessnock is just over 50 kilometres (31 miles) from Newcastle, in the Lower Hunter Valley wine region. Visitors from Sydney can reach the town by car in about two hours or book a seat on the Rover Coaches bus service.
Cessnock
Travel Guide
Hunter Valley Motel
30 Allandale Road, Cessnock, NSW
The price is RM300 per night from 6 May to 7 May
RM300
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Cessnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions Hunter Valley Gardens and Oaks Golf ...
8/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
"Overall all good including staff she was so kind and generous girl in the counter . But in the room the cup and dishes were not washed properly so just wanted to let know about this tjx"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024
Cumberland Motor Inn
57-61 Cumberland St, Cessnock, NSW
The price is RM326 per night from 5 May to 6 May
RM326
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Cessnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (549 reviews)
"It was nice and clean and good to stay in that’s why I keep coming back here"
Reviewed on 1 May 2024
Cessnock Motel
13 Allandale Road, Cessnock, NSW
The price is RM336 per night from 9 May to 10 May
RM336
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Cessnock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (273 reviews)
"Good and affordable"
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jesmond Executive Villas
189 Newcastle Road, Jesmond, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,745 reviews)
"We had a pleasant experience for one night. Clean modern rooms and quiet. Comfortable bed and clean. I feel sorry for the people who didn’t have a great experience but for a quick stop in it was great. Guess we were just lucky!"
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2024
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
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! (2,007 reviews)
"It was just really relaxing place, my wife loved that it was quiet no traffic about and the staff have been amazing!! Very friendly!"
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2024
Grand Mercure Apartments The Vintage Hunter Valley
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! (483 reviews)
"This is a place we regularly visit with our family. It's convenient to have amenities nearby."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Oaks Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Cessnock at Oaks Golf Course. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its wineries.
Things to do
Tastes of the Hunter Half Day Tour
RM398
Per adult
Hunter Valley: Self Guided Wine Tasting with Grazing Board
RM170
Per adult
Sample the Hunter Half Day Tour
RM367
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley: Tasting of 6 Shiraz Vintages at Tulloch Wines
RM247
Per adult
Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour
RM616
Per adult
Award Winning Full Day Wine and Food Experience
RM693
Per adult
Reviews of Cessnock
3
Guest rating
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
17 Oct 2019Cessnock is a convenient base for the Hunter Valley with all the facilities you’re likely to need. There are some nice old buildings but generally the town has seen better days