Title: The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100023482&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach Beachfront apartment for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach ![Outdoor dining - The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach (Newcastle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023500/100023482/6e417fb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach - The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach (Newcastle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023500/100023482/60bb6434.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach (Newcastle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023500/100023482/cf39cb67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach (Newcastle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023500/100023482/899e2c7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach (Newcastle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023500/100023482/82c354e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Swell, in Newcastle East, offers a stylish beachside retreat with a queen bedroom and open-plan living space. Enjoy the comforts of home, including WiFi and quality linens, as well as convenient elevator access to the apartment and basement garage. With restaurants and cafes nearby. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach Wake up to the sound of waves and soak in sweeping views of Newcastle Beach from The Swell, a beautifully styled one-bedroom apartment designed for comfort and coastal charm. With high-end furnishings, a Nespresso machine, and your own private balcony, this beachside retreat is perfect for couples or solo travellers chasing sun, surf, and style. Located on the second floor of the premium Arena complex, The Swell is your front-row seat to Newcastle’s iconic beachfront. This one-bedroom gem combines style, comfort, and unbeatable views to create the ultimate seaside escape. Step inside to a light-filled open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area that flows effortlessly onto your balcony—perfect for coffee at sunrise or a wine as the sun sets over the waves. Designed with relaxation in mind, the apartment features high-quality furnishings, coastal tones, and all the modern conveniences you'd expect—including an internal laundry and a fully equipped kitchen with a Nespresso coffee machine for your morning brew. Plus, you’ll have secure parking and easy lift access for added convenience. Set on the iconic Shortland Esplanade, The Swell places you right in the heart of Newcastle’s vibrant beachside scene. Take a morning dip in the ocean, stroll the Bathers Way coastal walk, or wander to nearby cafes for brunch. With the city centre, harbour, and Honeysuckle dining precinct just minutes away, you’ll have everything at your fingertips. \- Directly across the street from Newcastle Beach \- 500m to Newcastle Ocean Baths \- 700m to Nobbys Beach and Lighthouse \- 1km to Hunter Street Mall \- 400m to Newcastle Beach Light Rail stop \- 2km to Honeysuckle dining precinct Experience the Follo feeling, at The Swell. Security bond amount: $500 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82970000/82964600/82964540/02a0cd34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Caves Getaway - pool, beach, DOG friendly & air-conditioned for comfort Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=82964540&PinnedHotelID=82964540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110360000/110355800/110355712/4549ae33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mariner's Rest at Caves Beach Villas Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer CA $747 CA $747 total includes taxes & fees Feb 2 - Feb 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=110355712&PinnedHotelID=110355712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100049700/100049665/64a43836.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Talle by Follo - Apartment in Honeysuckle, Newcastle Newcastle City Centre - Ocean view - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=100049665&PinnedHotelID=100049665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108760000/108755500/108755492/51f8ae27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One Bedroom Apartment Newcastle West - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning CA $151 CA $151 total includes taxes & fees Jan 26 - Jan 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=108755492&PinnedHotelID=108755492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110360000/110355800/110355701/85c8b0fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Azure Tides at Caves Beach Villas Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $747 CA $747 total includes taxes & fees Jan 27 - Jan 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=110355701&PinnedHotelID=110355701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625700/9625698/43f22537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chaucer Palms Boutique Bed & Breakfast Hamilton - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 198 reviews CA $215 CA $236 total includes taxes & fees Jan 26 - Jan 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=9625698&PinnedHotelID=9625698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1678800/1678777/af853bdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raffertys Resort Cams Wharf - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 7.8 Good 301 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=1678777&PinnedHotelID=1678777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3124400/3124387/8533e32f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Caves Beach - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 505 reviews CA $317 CA $349 total includes taxes & fees Feb 1 - Feb 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=3124387&PinnedHotelID=3124387&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627634/685d465c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fern Bay Motel Fern Bay - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Bar - Laundry 8.2 Very good 407 reviews CA $121 CA $133 total includes taxes & fees Feb 8 - Feb 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=9627634&PinnedHotelID=9627634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Security deposit required. ID check & guest registration required. Check-in: from 3pm. Check-out: by 10am. No smoking. No parties or functions. 150 AUD pet fee for approved pets. Additional fees may apply where Terms & Conditions are not adhered to. Full Terms & Conditions provided following booking in the confirmation email, and at the property. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number PID-STRA-48291,2300 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 212\_38 ## About the area Located on the beach, this apartment is in Newcastle City Centre, a neighborhood in Newcastle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie. Foreshore Park and Maritime Centre are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, windsurfing and motor boating adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788) [View more Apartments in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Apartments.d6047788-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.93007%2C151.78440&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ulelg2CnqttGIeLGkny80KtSPVs=) Newcastle, NSW ### What's nearby - ![Newcastle Beach showing general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089521/3e465cd1-fc1a-41cc-94da-d8df40b046b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Newcastle Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![A great little park right near the Newcastle train station. Perfect little place to take the kids and have a family picnic. Lots of open spaces and plenty of birds to watch. Such a lovely spot to enjoy in the day. Please head over to my blog to read more about a day trip to Stockton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047788/a36cb3a7-c3c7-4f77-b94b-b8a6c5a4028d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Foreshore Park 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Newcastle showing a sunset and a pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592884278/f0dc2dad-7d5c-4279-9330-a5d233b08140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Newcastle Ocean Baths 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Newcastle Civic Theater 16 min walk \- 1.3 km - Newcastle City Hall 16 min walk \- 1.3 km ### Getting around - Civic Station 18 min walk - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - Customs House 7 min walk - The Ship Inn 6 min walk - Grain Store Newcastle 5 min walk - Rustica Newcastle Beach 1 min walk - The Kiosk Newcastle Beach 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach? ### What time is check-out at The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach? ### Where is The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Swell - Holiday apartment opposite Newcastle Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna Z. Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Spacious one bedroom in very well located Arena building. We come to Newcastle regularly and have stayed in several apartments in this building, this is a well-equipped spacious one at the front with ocean views. Yes the scaffolding is up at the moment but with so much to do in the vicinity you won't spend much time there anyway! FOLLO are great to work with. Would definitely stay again. ##### Anna Z. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Toni F. Jan 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to everything. Easy access, good view. ##### Toni F. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Sydney Potts Point by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Potts-Point-Sydney.h26479.Hotel-Information) > > [Southend Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Southend-Hotel.h9626085.Hotel-Information) > > [Hamilton on Everton](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Hotels-Hamilton-On-Everton.h8639019.Hotel-Information) > > [Coastal Elegance Awaits at Safety Beach. 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