What's it like in Hillsborough?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Newcastle's Hillsborough neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Hillsborough, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Hillsborough.

What is there to do around this Newcastle neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Hillsborough include Twin Creeks Reserve, Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and Carbeen Street Reserve. While you're out sightseeing in Newcastle, make sure that you visit other sights such as Charlestown Square or Tingira Heights Nature Reserve.

Top 10 Hillsborough Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Hillsborough

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Was a really nice stay a little run down the towel rack fell straight off the wall lol but was very clean linen was spotless and very convenient for a motel it was fantastic!"

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

" Budget friendly and awesome lake scenery!"

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2 Mar - 3 Mar

"What would help is two or four mugs aswell as the fine china."

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"Decided to stay here Saturday night after going to the airshow in cessnock because they had reasonable prices compared to town. Plus it is nice and quiet to being in the bush about 10.8km from town. "

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"lovely relaxing stay. would be nice to have more sun lounges by pool area as these were always taken early in the day. Bed was a little uncomfortable and sqeaky."

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"Great Price and Reasonable we've stayed here a few timee."

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19 Feb - 20 Feb

"The Catalina was a fantastic place to stay. Clean, safe and quiet! Eleanor at the front office made me feel welcome immediately and I had a thoroughly enjoyable stay. I will be back when I’m in the area "

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"The Brighton was a great place to stay for a function in Toronto. Easy process, good parking and nice clean and functional room. "

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

"Our room was spotless and the fridge was cold. Pool was clean and we enjoyed a swim on a hot afternoon "

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"Although we didn't have a view we were more than happy with our room. It looked like it had recently been renovated. Aircon and ceiling fan were both great. We had our dinners down by the lake watching the birds and sunset We would definitely stay there again "

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"Our stay was straightforward and the hotel was easy to find. The parking, however, was less than ideal because their parking lot is under construction. The available four spots were taken up by construction or company vehicles. The night we arrived, the restaurant was expecting 200 guests. Parking was not available close by and we needed to move closer after they left. The room was super quiet and the bed was comfortable. I would have appreciated a hairdryer in the room. Redhead Beach was...

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Bar and restaurant were closed unfortunately otherwise quiet and clean"

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Loved it all. The pool area was amazing and relaxing Just what I needed for some time away I will be going Back. "

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Nice spacious room. Food was good. Only problem was no lift only stairs to rooms, but staff very willing to help with luggage "

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Kurri motor inn was clean and easy location. Soace was great for our family fir the night. Staff super lovely and easy to deal with,check in and out was a breeze. Pillows were a bit too hard so that made the sleep a little restless for us. Beds though were super comfortable. Only downside for us was limited cafes around for the morning,staff helpful in pointing in right direction. "

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

"My partner and I stayed at the Macquarie 4 Star (locals referred to it as 'The Club') for one night in room 007. Access to the property, parking, and check-in was very easy. There wasn't much to do at check-in other than receive the key cards, give them my contact details, and choose whether we wanted to pre-book the buffet breakfast (not included with room, additional $20pp if pre-booked or $25pp if you show up unannounced). I was a bit miffed at the venue for charging my card a few days...

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Refrigerator is so moist we had to turn it off to be able to sleep"

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17 Feb - 18 Feb

"The decor of this hotel is lovely as were the staff upon arrival."

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19 Feb - 20 Feb

"Met our needs "

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26 Feb - 27 Feb

"Value for money, convenient location, quiet, friendly staff"

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19 Feb - 20 Feb

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Where to stay in Hillsborough

Destinations near Newcastle Learn more about Hillsborough

Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Lake Macquarie or Catherine Hill Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

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Hillsborough hotels information

Number of reviews	6,143
Accommodation	1,094 hotels
Lowest Price	S$71
Highest Price	S$314

Recent Reviews in Hillsborough

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

5/5 Excellent

"The Staff were exceptional. The room was ckean and the bed very comfortable. Fabulous view into the trees. Wonderful pool, great restaurant, lovely fiid. Thank you"

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