This page outlines the major choices regarding accommodation during the conference that are available and contact information to allow you to pursue your options. Delegates are responsible for arranging their own accommodation.

Overseas delegates may consult a Currency Converter here.

Tourist information

For general tourist information on the area visit http://www.visitnewcastletourism.com.au or contact the

Newcastle Visitor Information Centre
Wheeler Place, 361 Hunter St.
Newcastle NSW 2300
Free call: 1800 654 558 Phone: 02 4974 2999 Fax: 02 4929 5984
Email: tourism@ncc.nsw.gov.au

Maps

Newcastle Map including University - This map, provided by Newcastle Tourism, shows the location of the University, and the general Newcastle area. It also shows the major road and rail links and clearly indicates directions from the freeway. (215kb)

Inner City Map This map, provided by Newcastle Tourism, shows the inner city area and street names. (240kb) You can work out where the following city accommodation options are from their addresses.

University of Newcastle Callaghan campus map This map (pdf file 211kb) shows the University of Newcastle Callaghan campus. The Conference is being held in the Shortland Union Building, marked US on the map (map reference J4).

To find the exact location of the following accommodation, the website http://www.whereis.com.au may be useful.

Downtown preferred accommodation

A number of the hotels in the Newcastle CBD are offering special accommodation rates for the conference.

Noah's on the Beach:

Noah's is offering a special rate of $159 per room per night for a harbourview room, or $169 per night for an ocean view room. When reserving, please mention the CofFEE Conference and quote the following booking number 232865.

Noah's on the beach is located on Shortland Esplanade. It is directly opposite Newcastle Beach in the historic east-end of the city and offers a restaurant and bar. It is close to shops and harbour foreshore. You can contact the hotel at:

Noah's on the Beach
Corner Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tel: +61 (02)4929 5181
Fax: +61 (02) 4926 5208
Reservations: 1800 023 663 or reservations@noahsonthebeach.com.au
WWW site: http://www.noahsonthebeach.com.au/

Travelodge Newcastle:

The Travelodge Newcastle is offering recently refurbished rooms at $130 per room per night. When reserving, please mention the CofFEE Conference.

This hotel is in King St. Newcastle and offers a restaurant, bar, and is a short walk to the city centre and foreshore. You can contact the hotel at:

Travelodge Newcastle
Corner King & Steel Streets
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tel: +61 (02)4926 3777
Fax: +61 (02)4926 4379
Reservations: 1300 886 886 or reservations@capriplazahotel.com.au
WWW site: http://www.travelodge.com.au/locations/features.aspx?hid=771

Ibis Hotel:

700 Hunter St, Newcastle West, 2302. A short distance to the harbour, surf beach and city centre. Room rate is $99 per night.

Tel: +61-(0)2-4925 2266
Fax : +61-(0)2-4925 3377
Email: H3236-re01@accor-hotels.com
WWW site: http://www.accorhotels.com.au

Other Accommodation Options

• On campus
• Near the university
• Downtown
• Cheaper options downtown
• Close to town
• Longer term accommodation

The University of Newcastle provides approximately 1000 beds in three colleges and a motel standard residence (Barahineban) located on the south eastern corner of the Callaghan campus. Prices are between $80 for the first night and $72 per night after that. Barahineban is self-contained and therefore has a kitchenette, private bathroom, TV, VCR, phone and computer/internet access points.

Delegates should note that there will be no catering available in the residences at the time of the Conference, as it will be University holidays. However, you can be supplied with a breakfast pack to your room should that be required. Restaurant options around the University are somewhat limited: there is Halls Haven Hotel Bistro, Pizza Hut or other takeaway about 1.5 km away on Newcastle Road at Jesmond Shopping Mall.

Please contact:
Joy Heard (Edwards Hall and Barahineban)
E-Mail: Joy.Heard@newcastle.edu.au
Telephone: +61 (0)2 4924 1003 (Mon - Fri)
Fax: + 61 (0)2 4924 1002
More information: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/services/accommodation/on-campus/index.html
Booking form (pdf file 70kb): Available here.

Jesmond Executive Villas:

Close to the University. One bedroom: approx. $135 per night for one, $165 for two

193 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW 2308
Telephone: +61-(0)2-4955 5888
Fax: +61-(0)2-4955 5667
More information: http://www.newcastleapartments.com.au

Hotel Formule 1:

3-5 Thomas Street (cnr Link and Lake Roads), on Link Road (off freeway from Sydney), Wallsend NSW Standard: $59 per night for up to three persons.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4950 0244
More information and bookings online http://www.formule1.com.au

Novocastrian Motor Inn:

21 Parnell Place, Newcastle. Overlooking Newcastle Ocean Baths and close by Newcastle Beach in the historic east-end of the city. It has a restaurant and is close to harbour foreshore and Fort Scratchley. Rooms from $129 to $250 per night.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4926 3688
Fax: +61-(0)2-4929 5795
Email: info@novocastrian.com.au
WWW Site: http://www.novo.au.com

The Grand Hotel:

32 Church St (Cnr Bolton and Church Streets), Newcastle. An old fashioned pub accommodation opposite the Court House. It is a short distance to the harbour, surf beach and city centre. Accomm. single bed $45 per night, double bed $65 per night.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4929 3489
WWW Site: http://www.thegrandhotelnewcastle.com.au/

Backpackers by the Beach:

34-36 Hunter St, Newcastle East, Cheap, recently refurbished backpackers in the heart of Newcastle. Close to main train station. Double rooms $58-64 per night, Dorms $24 per night.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4926 3472
Free Call: within Australia ring 1800 008 972
Fax: +61-(0)2-4926 5210
Email: info@backpackersbythebeach.com.au
WWW Site: http://www.backpackersbythebeach.com.au/

Youth Hostel Newcastle Beach:

30 Pacific St, Newcastle East. Excellently located near to beach and city centre. Dormitory rooms member $24; twin and double room $60 members rate, non members extra $3.50 per person per night.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4925 3544
Fax: +61-(0)2-4925 3944
Email: newcastle@yhansw.com.au
WWW Site: http://www.yha.org.au

Newcastle Backpackers:

42-44 Denison Street, Newcastle West. Close to city centre. From $24 per night.

Free Call (N.S.W only): 1800 33 34 36
Telephone: +61-(0)2-4969 3436
Mobile: 0418 269 226
Fax: +61-(0)2-4940 8726
Email: info@newcastlebackpackers.com
WWW Site: http://users.bigpond.net.au/backpackers/

Bimet Lodge:

121 Union St, Cooks Hill. Restaurant, bar, short walk to coffee shops and restaurants on Darby St. Corporate rate: $89 single, $99 double or twin.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4929 6677
Fax: +61-(0)2-4929 4502
Email: bimet@bigpond.net.au
WWW site: http://www.bimetexecutivelodge.com/location.htm

The Beach Hotel:

Cnr Frederick and Ridge Sts, Merewether Beach, Merewether. Directly opposite Merewether Beach, on top of restaurant and pub. Some distance from city centre. Accommodation from $60 per night single or $75 double.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4963 1574
Fax: +61-(0)2-4963 6602
WWW Site: http://www.thebeachhotel.com.au/accommodation.htm

All the following reflect 2005 prices and are approximate until we get updated information.

Some delegates might consider combining the conference with a short stay in the region to take advantage of the Hunter Valley attractions. Some options include:

Pacific Park Apartments:

Pacific Street, Newcastle. Across the road from the harbour and a short walk to foreshore, beach and city centre.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4929 4041

Quest Apartments: 575 Hunter Street, Newcastle. Located in the heart of the city.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4928 8000
Fax: +61-(0)2-4927 8441
E-Mail: questnewcastle@questapartments.com.au
WWW Site: http://www.questnewcastle.com.au/

Kingston Luxury Apartments:

Newcastle Beach, Newcastle. Directly opposite Newcastle Beach, surrounded by excellent restaurants. Expensive, but well located. Apartments also available at Merewether Beach.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4963 6377 or toll free: 1800-244 132
Email: enquiries@charltonexec.com.au
WWW Site: http://www.charltonexec.com.au/Kingston-Home.htm

Centennial Apartments/Holiday Units:

58 Parry Street, Cooks Hill. Two-bedroom fully self-contained serviced apartments located in the inner city suburb of Cooks Hill; restaurants and coffee shops abound on nearby Darby St.

Telephone: +61-(0)2-4926 3463