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 waterfront 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, Gin, Cheese and Chocolate Tour
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney
Top hotels in Thornton
Thornton Executive Hotel
Clean room. Air conditioner works.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Executive Inn
Yes all good
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Great location in a convenient area, with a spacious and comfortable room. The buffet breakfast was outstanding, offering an impressive variety of options. Free onsite parking was also a big plus, making the stay even more convenient.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Fantastic experience. probably one of the best hotels in all of Newcastle
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
the Unit was completely misrepresented . on Expedia web site it stated washer , dryer ,bathroom ,DV player, etc of which non existed
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Crown on Darby
We had the one bedroom apartment which is absolutely huge. It has two outdoor seating areas on opposite sides of the unit. Access to your unit, the building, and the garage are all a single code to remember. The elevator is quick, though there are only 3 levels (garage, lobby, rooms). The one bedroom ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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 Showground 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 Maitland Gaol or Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center 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.
