ibis Newcastle

Hotels
ibis
7.2 (3300 reviews)
700 Hunter Street , Newcastle , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated rooms
Not great value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
5.85
Rooms were reported as not very clean and had issues such as cobwebs, urine smells, and uncleaned bathrooms.
Service
8.81
Staff were described as polite and helpful, with a positive mention of one staff member who resolved issues promptly.
Location
8.85
The hotel is well-located, central, and near to activities, which received positive comments.
Room Quality
6.31
Rooms were mentioned as old, outdated, and inadequately equipped, with poor bedding quality.
Amenities
6.34
Lacked basic amenities like microwaves and had issues with refrigerators, reflecting a need for better maintenance.
Value for Money
6.8
Some guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the quality received, but location was an advantage.
Food and Beverage
7.35
Breakfast received a good review, though overall food quality was mentioned with no specifics.
Overall Experience
7.32
Mixed feelings with positive highlights offset by significant dissatisfaction and complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 06:24

Property Description

Central Location in Newcastle City Centre
Hotel Ibis Newcastle is conveniently situated in the heart of Newcastle, making it easy to explore the city's attractions such as the Civic Theatre and Queen’s Wharf on foot.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at Ibis Newcastle is designed for comfort, featuring air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. The availability of WiFi and 24-hour reception ensures a hassle-free stay for all guests.

Dining Experience at iBistro and iBar
Satisfy your taste buds at iBistro with round-the-clock dining options, while iBar offers a selection of local wines and beers for a relaxing evening. Honeysuckle Precinct nearby provides additional dining and entertainment choices.

Book your stay at Hotel Ibis Newcastle for a memorable experience in Newcastle's vibrant Honeysuckle Precinct.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 25 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for AUD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 3300 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.85
Service: 8.81
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 6.31
Amenities: 6.34
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 7.35
Overall Experience: 7.32
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Margaret couple au
7
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Joshua couple au
2
2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Leanne solo_traveller au
10
The staff was great very helpful very clean motel
Pros:

The staff was great went above and beyond making me happy

Cons:

I didn’t like meals they were like pub meals i was hoping to have meat and vegetables and my cocktail I paid for had no alcohol its was juice and ice and breakfast was all gone when i arrived at 9am and the bathroom had a step which wasn’t good for disability person

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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KayleeB solo_traveller au
6
Comfortable bed, tired facilities.
Pros:

Bed was comfortable, breakfast was good. Staff very friendly.

Cons:

Facilities are old and dirty looking. Rooms were not made up. The coffee / tea in room had not been topped up.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Declan extended_group au
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
K
Kim couple au
10
Will be back if required
Pros:

Perfect location
Easy to access parking
Super comfy beds

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer couple au
8
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
A
Andrew solo_traveller au
8
Enjoyed My Stay
Pros:

Everything Went Well

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
P
Philip solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Convenient

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
M
Maxwell extended_group au
6
Overall it did the job. Bed and proximity were perfect.
Pros:

location excellent

Cons:

1 bedlamp not working
Not 1 of all Detol sprays at lift wells were working.
Main area not cleaned (mainly wall meeting floor)
Didn't realise parking was an extra. It wasn't the last time we visited (maybe I should have checked first)

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
B
Bijoy Thomas couple au
1
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
A
Andrew and Rosie couple au
9
Excellent CBD location with suitable facilities and professional staff.
Pros:

The female manager on Saturday night promptly and thoughtfully provided me with a bed blanket upon request.

Cons:

Nil issues.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
M
Melissa couple au
9
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
B
Berryman solo_traveller au
8
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
J
James solo_traveller au
9
Good value
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Our room access card was cancelled before we checked out !!!

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
M
Michael solo_traveller au
8
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
G
Gaynor solo_traveller au
8
A very pleasant, affordable stay with everything I needed at hand. I will come again 🙏
Pros:

Affordable, clean, central location, comfortable bed, pleasant staff.

Cons:

A lot of noise outside, people yelling.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
V
Vel solo_traveller au
8
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
K
Kevin solo_traveller au
7
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
G
Gaye solo_traveller au
10
Amazing
Pros:

The staff where so helpful, friendly and helpful. We will definitely recommend Ibis Newcastle to all our family and friends.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee