Thornton
Maitland
Popular places to visit
Maitland Regional Art Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maitland Regional Art Gallery in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.
Maitland Gaol
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Maitland Gaol during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.
Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Maitland. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.
Maitland Showground
Enjoy an outing to Maitland Showground during your stay in Maitland.
Mindaribba Weddings
You can take time to visit Mindaribba Weddings during your travels to Maitland.
Walka Water Works
Explore the great outdoors at Walka Water Works, a lovely green space in Maitland.
Things to do
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese in Small-Group Tour from Sydney
Hunter Valley: Wine, Gin, Cheese and Chocolate Tour
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney
Top hotels in Thornton
The Executive Inn
When we first arrived in our room, we couldn't even open the sliding door to see the pool area (glimpses of it) and the flyscreen was ripped. I went downstairs to Reception and let them know about the damaged doors. The lady was polite and put us into another room. However, the glass door was again ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Great experience and great facilities 👍
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
What a treat. All the elegance and style of a big brand name with the friendliness and personality of a boutique hotel. Comfiest bed and pillows ever. Throughly recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
Would have been nice to have a set of sheets and blanket for the sofa bed, otherwise it was an enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Excellent gym and pool. Location very close to Civic Light Rail connection from Newcastle Interchange.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Crown on Darby
Narrow, steep stairs. Two lifts - no one to help us. We took the wrong one. Kitchen shown as comprehensive in the photo; but no frying pan or spatula. Second garage door closed too quickly whilst we were still reading instructions.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thornton
Beresfield
When in Beresfield, you can plan a visit to Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Pambalong Nature Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chisholm
Chisholm might not have many top sights, but Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Gaol are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Metford
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Metford and surrounding area, you can visit Maitland Gaol and Maitland Showground.
Tarro
While Tarro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve.
East Maitland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of East Maitland. Make a stop by Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center or Maitland Gaol while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Metford Station to get around town.
Morpeth
The restaurants and historical sites are just a few features travellers like about Morpeth. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Showground are a few top places to visit.
