Newcastle hotels: Latest deals with free cancellation

Updated May 13, 2021

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Newcastle is buzzing with historic architecture, a burgeoning arts scene and sandy beaches for you to bronze up your bod. It's also a popular gateway to the Hunter Valley wine region, which is located just an hour's drive to its west.

Make it your base for arts, culture, food and history with these hotels and their hot deals.

Today's accommodation deals in Newcastle

Agoda

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Extra 10% off worldwide with code

Ends 30 Sep 2021

Available on stays until 31 December 2022 when you use the code. Destinations include New Zealand, Fiji, London, Maldives, Japan, USA and more. T&Cs apply.

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Exclusive

Earn miles on international stays

Ends 31 Aug 2021

Available on stays in all hotels worldwide when you present your Frequent Flyer ID upon check in. Includes Qantas, Philippine Airlines and more.

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Red Carnation Hotels

Worldwide getaways from $261 per night

Ends 31 Aug 2021

Available on select travel dates until 2022. Destinations include London, Cape Town, Geneva and more. Sample stay is at The Acorn Inn in Dorset.

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Up to 50% off worldwide stays

Become a member and get up to 50% off hotels. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, USA and more.

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Up to 5% extra savings on stays

Sign up your email and become an IHG member to enjoy discounts and earn points or stays worldwide including Australia. T&Cs apply.

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Hotwire

Extra $10 off worldwide hotels

Sign up your email address and receive discounts. Destinations include Las Vegas, London, New York, Toronto, Dubai and more. T&Cs apply.

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Trip.com

5% off hotel bookings

Available on your first Trip.com pre-paid hotel booking. Discount available worldwide including in Australia, New Zealand, Bali, Thailand, Fiji, US, UK and more.

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Hotels.com

Earn a free night’s stay

Stay for 10 nights at any hotel worldwide to get a free night. Must be a Hotels.com Rewards members. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.

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Best Western

Free nights with Best Western Rewards points

Earn points and redeem a free night on worldwide stays. Destinations include Canada, USA and more. T&Cs apply.

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Up to 25% off worldwide stays

Enroll and save 25% with Marriott Bonvoy Escapes. As a member, you can experience these exclusive benefits.

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How did we pick these Newcastle hotels?

Our editorial team selected the Newcastle hotels on this list based on price, location and real customer feedback from hotel booking sites and review platforms. Where applicable, we used our own personal experiences to make recommendations.

- We compared dozens of Newcastle hotels from top brands like Hilton, Accor, Marriott and IHG along with independent and boutique properties to find the best of the best.
- We put ourselves in your shoes and considered what most travellers would look for in a hotel, whether it's proximity to the CBD, local attractions, public transport or the amenities available for guests.
- We read reviews from real guests on sites such as Tripadvisor and Google, travel sections of newspapers and magazines and on booking sites like Expedia, Wotif, Hotels.com and HotelsCombined.
- When possible, we'll include first-hand reviews from our visits to the Newcastle hotels we've recommended.

Where to book Newcastle hotels

Name	Are there free cancellations?	When do you pay?	Can you use a coupon code?	Book a hotel with...
Wotif	Select hotels	Pay when you arrive at the property,Pay in advance to use a coupon code	Yes	Wotif View details	loading Fetching your data...
Booking.com	Yes	Pay when you arrive at the property	No	Booking.com View details	loading Fetching your data...
Agoda	Yes	Payment due date varies by hotel,Pay when you book,Pay when you arrive at the property,Pay in advance to use a coupon code	Yes	Agoda View details	loading Fetching your data...
Trip.com	Yes	Pay when you book,Pay when you arrive at the property	Yes	Trip.com View details	loading Fetching your data...
Expedia.com.au	Yes	Payment due date varies by hotel,Pay when you book,Pay when you arrive at the property,Pay in advance to use a coupon code	Yes	Expedia.com.au View details	loading Fetching your data...

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Where to stay in Newcastle

Newcastle: Staying in Newcastle's city centre keeps you close to transport, including the airport, the beaches and historic sites.
New Lambton: Great for families who want to stay near Blackbutt Nature Reserve with its native wildlife and picnic shelters.
Maryville: Stay close to the action but away from the hustle and bustle in this inner-city suburb.
Jesmond: This Newcastle suburb is great for boutique shops, bars and restaurants.
Nelson Bay: One hour north of Newcastle, Nelson Bay is part of Port Stephens and offers family-friendly stays and romantic getaways near the beach.

Which sites let me book Newcastle accommodation with free cancellation?

These sites let you make a refundable booking for your trip to Newcastle, so there's less risk of losing the cost of your stay or deposit. Some sites only offer free cancellation on select Newcastle hotels or at a slightly higher rate, so it's best to check the terms on your booking before confirming your stay.

Most sites, like Wotif or Expedia, will clearly state whether each Newcastle hotel is non-refundable.

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Which sites let me use a coupon code to book Newcastle accommodation?

Using one of our coupon codes at these sites will save you money on your Newcastle stay. Some may ask you to pay for your stay upfront rather than on arrival in order to apply the code to your Newcastle booking, but the same cancellation policy does apply so if you are able to cancel, you'll be able to get refunded.

Which sites let me book Newcastle accommodation without a credit card?

If you don't have a credit card to make your Newcastle booking, but would like to reap the rewards of one, compare credit cards that offer hotel rewards here.

Which Newcastle hotel booking sites have rewards programs?

Get access to cheaper prices, collect points toward free stays and get extra perks like Wi-Fi or breakfast if you book your Newcastle accommodation on sites like these:

Wotif: Part of the same family, Wotif lets you access the same benefits as the Expedia Rewards program. You'll get access to lower rates and earn points, which can be used toward discounted stays in the future. Depending on how often you make bookings, you'll be able to get bigger discounts and earn more perks like breakfast.
Agoda: PointsMAX lets you earn up to 6,000 points for your stay that you can put toward a preferred loyalty or frequent flyer program, including KrisFlyer and Velocity.
Trip.com: Trip Coins is Trip.com's rewards program where you can earn $1 for every 100 Trip Coins. It's free to join the program. Membership tiers from Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond have different perks to enjoy.
Hotels.com: Collect one stamp for every night's stay. Once you stay for 10 nights, you'll be able to redeem one free night up to the average value of your previous 10 nights.
Expedia.com.au: Access lower rates as a member and earn Expedia points on bookings, which can be used toward discounted stays in the future. Different levels of membership get you access to deeper discounts and perks, such as free breakfasts.
Marriott: The Marriott Bonvoy Benefits program lets you earn points towards free nights, access special member rates, get free Wi-Fi with your stay and check into your room via the mobile app. There are different status levels depending on how often you stay, starting with Silver Elite (10 nights per year).

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Veronica Garcia

Veronica is the publishing support lead for travel at Finder and has been scouting airline, hotel and tour package deals for over five years. She has a Bachelor of Tourism major in Travel Management from University of Sto. Tomas Legazpi, Philippines and has been a local tour guide. She does her own itinerary and budget research every time she travels and has mastered the art of packing light for her family of three.

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