Title: Visit Swansea: Best of Swansea, Newcastle Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Swansea](https://expedia.ca/Swansea-Newcastle-Hotels.0-n181587-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Swansea Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Swansea.d181587.Car-Rental-Guide)[Swansea Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Swansea.d181587.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Swansea ## Newcastle ![Rock formations in NSW 👌🏼](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181587/17553f02-e7da-4cf1-bea1-c02826fd7928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rock formations in NSW 👌🏼](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181587/17553f02-e7da-4cf1-bea1-c02826fd7928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Swansea Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Newcastle travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Newcastle which includes a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089521/31b1b8b9-f03c-4339-9f6f-72b9a8854652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Beach-Newcastle.d553248635923089521.Vacation-Attraction) ![Merewether Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633851059531/dd35e14f-d124-4d99-a9e8-0128629c809c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merewether Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savor the area's bars and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Merewether-Beach-New-South-Wales.d553248633851059531.Vacation-Attraction) ![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=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Foreshore Park Foreshore 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 waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Foreshore-Park-Newcastle.d553248621532609678.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunset from the bluff #beachbound ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131897/571309a2-028b-4ecd-a131-382591218b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blacksmiths Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Blacksmiths-Beach-New-South-Wales.d553248634012804138.Vacation-Attraction) ![Newcastle featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592884278/101785cd-e602-4ed8-88c8-fbf4c2b04183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Ocean Baths Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Ocean-Baths-Newcastle-East.d553248621592884278.Vacation-Attraction) ![#walkingwithdinosaurs - its an incredible show to see. The dinosaurs are very real looking and the narrator takes you on the journey back into time where you feel you are there. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144962/2f0a2b20-4871-44d5-897f-5696935f3d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Showground Catch an event at Newcastle Showground during your trip to Newcastle. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Showground-Broadmeadow.d6215970.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46777983/58a147e3-65ce-4917-841a-55cf85bfbac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch CA $65 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-lake-macquarie-cruise-with-lunch.a46777983.activity-details) ![Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4752015/e5786796-2116-42d1-be1b-4ca6c4cae7f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maitland's True Crime Tour CA $32 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/maitlands-true-crime-tour.a4752015.activity-details) ![Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4526265/e0ef5810-b924-419f-be44-71294435c4ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour CA $32 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-true-crime-guided-walking-tour.a4526265.activity-details) [See all activities in Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Swansea Hotel Deals ![The Executive Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3950000/3946100/3946055/8267539e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Executive Inn 10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW CA $174 CA $191 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Staff go above and beyond Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=3946055&PinnedHotelID=3946055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181587) ![Rydges Newcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911100/911017/f3de2839_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Newcastle Wharf Rd & Merewether St Newcastle NSW CA $189 CA $207 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) 10/10! I couldn’t fault a thing. Our stat was very memorable! Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=911017&PinnedHotelID=911017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181587) ![Jesmond Executive Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1173000/1172974/bd37e5d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jesmond Executive Villas 189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW CA $102 CA $112 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,921 reviews) Unit was comfortable, quiet and pristine but stainless steel bin in bathroom had rusty lid which rather detracts from the overall impression. Ironing board cover thin and stained and needs replacing Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=1172974&PinnedHotelID=1172974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181587) ![Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27350000/27341900/27341838/776eca6d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG 514 King Street Newcastle West NSW CA $135 CA $149 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Room was clean and perfect for our nights stay in Newcastle Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=27341838&PinnedHotelID=27341838&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181587) ![Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892300/892251/8ef90a26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites 89 The Entrance Road The Entrance NSW CA $170 CA $170 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,351 reviews) Clean tidy Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=892251&PinnedHotelID=892251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181587) ![NOAH'S On The Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179100/179004/3809329f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### NOAH'S On The Beach Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street Newcastle East NSW CA $180 CA $198 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Great location and staff. Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=179004&PinnedHotelID=179004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181587) [See all 1,409 properties in Swansea](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=181587) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Belmont.dx55252) ![Note for next time: Don't try and walk on the rocks bare foot. #blue #beach #australia #ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350533/95c624e6-a151-402d-9e98-5ea0cd0eec9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Catherine Hill Bay If you're spending some time in Catherine Hill Bay, Catherine Hill Beach and Moonee Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Catherine-Hill-Bay.dx6350533) ![F2DT5N On the waterfront at Toronto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345816/f3d1e9d5-e595-40ed-9778-545fc0c573b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Toronto Lake views, cafes, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring. 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