Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.8 (3898 reviews)
514 King Street , Newcastle , au
+61 2 4064 8888

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Amenities could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
8.91
Room was clean and comfortable. Some reviews suggest minor issues with cleanliness.
Service
9.38
Friendly staff and great service mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
8.92
Good location as noted in several reviews, central and convenient.
Room Quality
8.87
Rooms were generally well-rated for comfort and quality.
Amenities
8.4
Limited amenities were mentioned, with some complaints about variety.
Value for Money
8.86
Some comments on pricing being a bit high, yet overall value was perceived as acceptable.
Food and Beverage
7.91
Breakfast was often described as average or limited.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall stay was enjoyable with many aspects meeting expectations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-21 23:37

Property Description

Modern Accommodations
The Holiday Inn Express Newcastle offers modern rooms equipped with essential amenities like in-room safe, heating/air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. The private bathrooms feature luxurious touches such as walk-in showers and premium toiletries.

Convenient Facilities
Guests can enjoy a hearty 'Express Start' breakfast and stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel. The fitness centre and on-site laundry facilities provide added convenience for travelers looking to stay active and refreshed during their stay.

Ideal Location
Situated just a short drive from the University of Newcastle and popular attractions like Newcastle Beach, this hotel is the perfect choice for both business and leisure travelers visiting the vibrant city of Newcastle. Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express - Newcastle for a comfortable and convenient experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa, MasterCard or American Express credit card and a 3% charge when you pay with a Diners Club 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 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 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 3898 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.91
Service: 9.38
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 8.87
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 7.91
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Divya • couple • au
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Rory • family_with_children • au
9
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Jake • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Kane • couple • au
10
This will be our first choice when staying in Newcastle.
Pros:

It was clean, comfortable, had a view, you couldn’t hear the traffic at all, breakfast was included & delicious, great location, close to pubs & restaurants, close to the harbour & great for walking & site seeing, checkout was 11am & the staff were lovely ❤️

Cons:

There was nothing negative at all.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Fleur • family_with_children • au
8
Unexpectedly great. Will stay again.
Pros:

Breakfast great - Parking great. Love the 24 hour staffing, as came in late at night from the hospital and felt safe.

Cons:

Dinner - need more healthy options for late arrivals. Slow lifts.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • au
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • au
7
Good value and convenient. Car parking should have been offered in the Room Rate
Pros:

Good location
breakfast was v good

Cons:

Cost of carpark

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • couple • au
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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chantal • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Noel • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • au
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • au
10
Convenient and value for money
Pros:

Central location close to transport and amenities

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Betty • couple • au
9
Very satisfactory for an overnight stay on our way to the Coffs Harbour.
Pros:

Breakfast was very good. We also liked that it was near the Train Interchange as my partner arrived on the train. The hotel was only 2 blocks from the Interchange.

Cons:

Can't think of anything.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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lyu • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Emma • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Iheanyi • couple • au
7
It was good
Pros:

The place is good but no toilet brush and the sink in room 707 was not flushing .It kept water raisiny and we have to use our hands to keep pressing the seal up and down

Cons:

I like breakfast inclusive

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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francisca • couple • au
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Utkarsha • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jo-Anne • couple • au
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Nimra • couple • au
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee