A stay at Novotel Newcastle Beach places you in the heart of Newcastle, within a 10-minute walk of Newcastle Ocean Baths and Christ Church Cathedral. This 4.5-star hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Newcastle Beach and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Fort Scratchley. Make yourself at home in one of the 88 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. Cable programming provides entertainment, and wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a steam room and a fitness centre. This hotel also features wireless Internet access (surcharge), concierge services and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Grab a bite to eat at Bistro Dalby, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include wired Internet access (surcharge), a 24-hour business centre and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.