Swansea Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach scene viewed through a cave opening.

Activities

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

NZ$102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Loop the Lake Cruise

Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch

NZ$118
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch
Pulbah Island Boat Tour from Lake Macquarie

Pulbah Island Boat Tour from Lake Macquarie

NZ$137
per adult
Pulbah Island Boat Tour from Lake Macquarie
From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

NZ$454
per adult
From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach
20 Minute Central Coast Helicopter Flight

20 Minute Central Coast Helicopter Flight

NZ$527
per traveller
20 Minute Central Coast Helicopter Flight
Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach

Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach

NZ$138
per adult
Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach
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Our pick of the best Swansea Hotel Deals

Swansea Hotel

Swansea Hotel

3 out of 5
196 Pacific Hwy Swansea NSW
The price is NZ$102 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$102
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (211 reviews)
"This is a back packers , the room was clean,Not what was expected for a sweet just a bed and shower toilet and a tv ,"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Swansea Hotel
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is NZ$268 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$268
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 NZ$277 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$277
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 NZ$334 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$334
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 NZ$258 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$258
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great pools for families and non families. Location was 10 minutes drive from Honeysuckle dock which was easy. The club next door had an indoor babies and toddler play area too"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is NZ$152 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$152
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,993 reviews)
"Not cleaned very well. Previous people's used toiletries left in a hower recess. Shower was over spa bath which is very dangerous as a spa bath does not have a flat base and is deeper than normal bath for getting in and out. Also shower had to be handheld asit sprayed all over floor if hooked up. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
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Our guide on where to stay in Swansea

Find the best Swansea areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Swansea
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A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

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

A pier extending into clear turquoise waters with people sunbathing and swimming.

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.

A modern cylindrical building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by a plaza with colorful planters and a café.

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.

A calm waterfront with a pier extending into the water, boats docked, and a clear sky.

Toronto

Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

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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