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Rydges Newcastle

4 1/2 star hotel
Connecting rooms
8.4/10 Very Good
(1004 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
See verified family reviews (29)

generated by AI based on family reviews

Overview

Rydges Newcastle is a great option for families, with many guests highlighting the fun pool and waterslide as a major plus. The hotel enjoys a convenient location, close to restaurants and the beach, making it easy to explore the area. While some guests noted parking challenges and inconsistencies in service, the overall feedback points to a positive family experience, especially for those seeking a hotel with excellent kid-friendly facilities.

Guest highlights

The pool and waterslide were a huge hit with kids
The close proximity to restaurants and the beach
The generally positive experience and kid-friendly atmosphere

About the hotel

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and valet parking.

Nearby attractions

Located in Newcastle, Rydges Newcastle is in the city center and on the waterfront. Banksia Reserve and Allowah Street Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Newcastle Showground and Merewether Ocean Baths. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newcastle International Hockey Centre or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Microwave (on request)
Outdoor pool

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi
Available in some public areas: free wifi

Food and drink

1 bar
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
24-hour room service
Buffet breakfast available for a fee weekdays 6:30 am–10:00 am: aud 29 for adults and aud 12 for children

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Things to do

Fitness center
Outdoor pool

Outdoor

Garden
Terrace

Conveniences

Ballroom
Banquet hall
Elevator
Front-desk safe

More

Smoke-free property
map

Reviews that mention...

Family Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

29 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

45%

4 star reviews

24%

3 star reviews

14%

2 star reviews

7%

1 star reviews

10%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about Rydges Newcastle

Showing 1 - 10 of 29 reviews

Latest reviews (29)

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aisha

12 May 2024 - 13 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Great stay with children and even without. Close proximity to the restaurants and beach. We enjoyed the walks in the evening.
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Hannah

20 Apr 2024 - 21 Apr 2024
reviewed on wotif

4 out of 5 stars

Parking options aren’t the easiest. Room service wasn’t the best tasting but apart from those two things it was a great room, great location, close to restaurants, close to transport and great kid facilities.
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Carlie

7 Mar 2024 - 8 Mar 2024
reviewed on wotif

5 out of 5 stars

Great spot! Travelled with our kids and everything was safe, clean, wonderful, very nice and the pool was a lot of fun! Beautiful 10/10 spot. Would definitely stay here again.
S

Sean

23 Jan 2024 - 25 Jan 2024
reviewed on wotif

5 out of 5 stars

Great hotel, excellent breakfast, great tidy rooms, kids loved the pool.
D

Danielle

7 Oct 2023 - 8 Oct 2023
reviewed on wotif

5 out of 5 stars

Great for families. Lovely staff.
M

Makawitage

22 Jan 2024 - 23 Jan 2024
reviewed on wotif

5 out of 5 stars

Kids enjoyed the pool slide which was unique. Good food and kids friendly.
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Raul

20 Jan 2024 - 21 Jan 2024
reviewed on wotif

1 out of 5 stars

Hotel location was great and the little ones enjoyed the pool and slide very much. Breakfast was good in the morning. However, our room was not as clean as we would have expected, not a deal breaker, but the reason for the one star was a non working air conditioning in our room. Despite asking assistance in the front counter and ringing later when still was not working, we never got a solution and had to the spend the night it what it felt like a sauna. This is a basic expectation and it was not met.
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Lisa

10 Jan 2024 - 12 Jan 2024
reviewed on wotif

5 out of 5 stars

Great pool for kids
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Jessica

Invalid Date - Invalid Date
reviewed on wotif

5 out of 5 stars

Parking was on the street, so trying to figure out extended times was difficult. Otherwise, the pool and waterslide were a huge hit with the kiddos. The room was pretty clean and options to eat near by were great. The beach was close and was wonderful to visit, but staying longer than a couple days would have been difficult if you have your own vehicle.
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Leon

27 Sept 2023 - 2 Oct 2023
reviewed on hcom

3 out of 5 stars

The room we were in faced the roundabout and it was soooo noisy!! Ask for a room at the back. Was so disappointed too to not have a view when the view from most rooms is beautiful. The Room was a good size. The housekeeping staff were great. Front desk was ok although no one greeted me to help me with my bags when I first pulled up which was disappointing, baby, pram and 3 bags is difficult. Parking down the street. Fold out lounge not comfortable at all, king bed was very comfortable. Mini bar was nice too see. Pool was good. Restaurant for lunch was painfully slow to the point we left. Breakfast was pretty good and good price just crazy busy. Train was a nice touch but a 5min ride was $10 for myself and my 20m old boy which seemed a bit steep.
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