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The historical sites in Newcastle are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. While you’re here, you can visit the waterfront and seaside.

Based on our travel expertise, The Premier Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and conference space. Newcastle Civic Theater is a short 4-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is Aspire Mayfield.

In Newcastle, you’ll find 576 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Newcastle is notable for landmarks like Newcastle Civic Theater, Fort Scratchley and ANZAC Memorial Bridge. Cultural venues include Newcastle Museum, Maritime Centre and Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Newcastle Beach and Newcastle Civic Park.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay someplace that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Newcastle, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Newcastle, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.