Mercure Charlestown  

Perched on Madison Drive in Charlestown (Adamstown Heights), this boutique 4-star hotel sits in a tree-top pocket near Charlestown Square and Lake Macquarie. It’s a short drive from Newcastle city, Stockton Beach and the Hunter Valley—an easy, family-friendly base with free self-parking.

Quiet, tree-top vibes away from busy roads with 53 non-smoking, air-conditioned rooms ranging from Deluxe Queen to Privilege King with balconies. Rooms feature mini-fridges, LCD/satellite TVs, minibars and private bathrooms (some with shower/tub combos), all kept clean and tidy for a true home-away-from-home stay.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, lounge on the restaurant deck or sip in the sunlit bar with garden views. Onsite perks include a terrace and garden, concierge, laundry and dry-cleaning, room service during limited hours, and a 24-hour airport shuttle for a surcharge. Wake up to tree-top outlooks and coastal breezes.

A 50 m² (538 sq ft) meeting room and conference space plus a computer station support small events. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

On-site bistro and bar serve Modern European fare with garden-view and alfresco seating. Full breakfasts are available for a fee (weekdays 6:30–9:30, weekends 7:00–10:00).