Grand Hotel, Newcastle

The Grand Hotel provides a fully equipped fitness center and a spa for guests. Evening entertainment includes trivia nights and jazz sessions in the basement venue, The Underground bar. A private function room is available for events, adding to the hotel's versatility for group stays.

Rooms are spacious and include a desk, wardrobe, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV. Select rooms offer a private balcony with street or city views. Accommodation is on the first and second floors, accessed only by stairs, so guests should pack lightly.

The hotel sits 2 minutes' walk from Newcastle Beach and a short stroll to Darby Street's restaurants and cafes. Stockton Beach and Newcastle Airport are each a 25-minute drive away. The light rail stop is within easy walking distance, connecting to Newcastle Train Station via a 10-minute shuttle.

The bistro serves pub-style meals such as chicken schnitzel, steak, pasta, and burgers. An extensive selection of local wines is available for tasting, including many New South Wales varieties by the glass. The menu also accommodates gluten-free diets, with items like beer-battered fish using gluten-free beer.

The hotel hosts weekly trivia nights on Wednesdays, drawing a lively crowd. Jazz nights take place in The Underground bar, a 1950s-style basement venue. The front bar offers a rowdy, friendly atmosphere with cold beer and happy hour deals.

Location: 2-minute walk to Newcastle Beach

Dining: Extensive local wine list with by-the-glass options

Entertainment: Trivia nights and jazz in The Underground

Amenities: Fitness center, spa, and private function room

Rooms: Spacious rooms with private balconies available