Blue Wren Lodge Waratah  

In Newcastle’s Waratah West, a relaxed guesthouse vibe a short drive from John Hunter Hospital and Lake Macquarie. Steps from Allowah Street Reserve and the University of Newcastle, with Newcastle Beach and Newcastle Airport only a short drive away.

Ten air-conditioned private rooms with queen or king beds, pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Each room has an ensuite walk-in shower, SMART flat-screen TV, bar fridge, kettle with tea and coffee supplies, and garden views; a shared kitchen and dining area round out the stay. Light service is provided daily and linen is changed twice weekly.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout, free self-parking and a guest laundry with free washers and dryers. Enjoy garden-view mornings, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, express check-in/out, and access to a communal kitchen for self-catering.

On-site computer workstations and complimentary wireless internet make short-term work or medical stays easier.

No formal restaurant — rooms include tea and coffee supplies and a bar fridge, and guests can prepare meals in the shared kitchen and eat in the communal dining area.