| set on the pacific highway, this straightforward motel is 3. some feature brick walls, while upgraded rooms add balconies. the simply decorated rooms offer tea and coffeemaking facilities, toasters and microwaves, as well as tvs and free wi-fi. 2 km from glenrock lagoon, 9 km from newcastle and 27 km from lake macquarie. amenities include a casual restaurant and bar, a seasonal outdoor pool and coin laundry facilities, plus free parking. check-in time: 1:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Newcastle Airport 34 min
Newcastle Memorial Walk (11 min)
Scenic, commemorative pathway featuring cliffside ocean views & artwork dedicated to WWI soldiers. Hunter Wetlands Centre Australia (18 min)
Striking wetland reserve with abundant native wildlife featuring a range of recreational activities. Redhead Beach (11 min)
Long, sandy beach popular for surfing, with a rocky cliff & a boardwalk through dunes & wetland. Glenrock Lagoon (15 min)
Glenrock State Conservation Area holds this coastal creek near the beach, with forested trails. Glenrock (11 min)
Sprawling conservation area known for its dramatic clifftops, beaches, bike trails & scenic hikes. Nobbys Head (18 min)
Headland between the ocean & river with a long, sandy beach & a walk to a hilltop lighthouse. Fort Scratchley (16 min)
1800s fortress featuring military history exhibits, tunnel tours (fee) & daily cannon firings. Newcastle Art Gallery (13 min)
Venerable gallery featuring many exhibits, a sculpture garden & gift shop, plus events & workshops. Blackbutt Nature Reserve (9 min)
Nature preserve featuring native wildlife, plus a playground, picnic shelters & BBQ grills. Nobbys Beach (18 min)
Long, curved beach adjacent to a hilltop lighthouse, offering picnic areas with BBQ grills. Newcastle Ocean Baths (19 min)
Outdoor 1920s ocean swimming pool with an art deco pavilion, on a promenade overlooking the beach. Newcastle Beach (14 min)
Renowned surf spot with a promenade & open-air ocean swimming pools fronted by an art deco pavilion. Newcastle Museum (13 min)
Kid-friendly museum with interactive exhibits related to the area's industrial & natural history. Glenrock State Conservation Area (11 min)
Preserve offering forests with mountain-biking trails, plus rainforest walks, waterfalls & beaches. Merewether Beach (8 min)
Surf clubs & contests along a busy shoreline with a boardwalk, rock pools & popular ocean baths. | 
