Cooks Hill

Newcastle

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Stay near popular Cooks Hill attractions

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Newcastle Civic Park

8.8/10 (59 reviews)
Newcastle Civic Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.
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Things to do

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Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

RM97
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

RM242
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour

Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour

RM813
per adult
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

RM242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle

Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle

RM385
per adult
Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle
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Maitland's True Crime Tour

RM97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Top hotels in Cooks Hill

Crown on Darby

Crown on Darby

4 out of 5
101 Darby Street Cooks Hill NSW
The price is RM384 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
RM384
RM423 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,640 reviews)
"It’s an excellent location to walk to the beach, parks, galleries, shops. Plenty to see in every direction you go. Loved the spa bath, to run the water from the tap wasn’t working, so we needed to use the shower head to fill the bath. That took a little longer, but we still enjoyed the relaxing spa ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Crown on Darby
Oriental Hotel

Oriental Hotel

3 out of 5
53 Bull St Cooks Hill NSW
The price is RM270 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
RM270
RM297 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Newcastle Art Gallery are located ...
Oriental Hotel
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is RM478 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
RM478
RM526 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Little National Hotel Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is RM609 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
RM609
RM670 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
QT Newcastle
NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach

4 out of 5
Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street Newcastle East NSW
The price is RM625 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM625
RM687 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
NOAH'S On The Beach
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is RM529 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
RM529
RM582 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Executive Inn
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Where to stay in Cooks Hill

Find the best Cooks Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

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Swansea

While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

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Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

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Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Charlestown. Check out Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring the area.

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