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Our 4 1/2 star hotel has been totally renovated, and a magnificent new hotel wing has been added. The hotel comprises 95 beautifully decorated, fully air-conditioned, over-sized accommodation rooms offering a range of accommodation including family suites.
Almost every guest room, opens onto a North-facing balcony. Breath in the fresh air and enjoy fabulous, panoramic, bush and district views. Abundant FREE parking is provided.
The winner of Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence for the past 6 years, attesting to an unparalleled level of service, accommodation and facilities,including an exquisite sun-drenched swimming pool, fully-equipped gym and the award-winning Babbington’s Bar and Grill, serving sumptuous breakfasts, lunches and dinners. An outstanding conference and wedding venue completes the picture.
During these uncertain times, we want to assure you that The Apollo International & Babbington's Bar & Grill is a safe venue to dine and visit. We treat your health and well-being with utmost importance. We have a registered Covid Safe plan and we are doing everything we can to keep our staff and guests safe and healthy. For the time being we are only allowing guests that are double vaccinated to stay in the hotel and/or dine at the restaurant.
Deluxe Queen Room
Spacious, contemporary accommodation featuring quality Queen Bedding.
Our spacious Deluxe Queen rooms are located away from the Pacific Highway, overlooking a natural bushland reserve setting, offering a wonderfully quiet night’s sleep.
Each of these rooms is totally renovated to exacting standards, or located within our newly-built wing. Offering a sensational King Coil Queen-size pillow-top bed, these rooms are spacious at 36sqm, feature high ceilings, a sitting area, climate-controlled air-conditioning and a spacious balcony, with outdoor setting, to utilise all year round. Each room offers a luxurious bathroom with adjustable shower head and deluxe guest amenities. Each Deluxe Queen room is equipped with a LCD TV, broadcasting all digital free-to-air channels and selected Foxtel channels.
For guests looking to get some work done or just stay connected while away, each room offers a comfortable work-desk, executive chair and free Wi-Fi. Each Deluxe Queen room also offers a selection of coffee and deluxe teas, a free in-room guest safe, iron and ironing board.
- Complimentary Foxtel
- Wi-Fi
- Free movies (latest releases)
- Parking is included in your rate
Superior King/Twin Room
Spacious, contemporary King or two King single-bedded upper-level rooms providing elevated views over magnificent natural bush reserve or to the Western hills.
Our oversized Superior King/Twin rooms are located away from the Pacific Highway, overlooking a natural bushland reserve, offering a wonderfully quiet night’s sleep.
Each of these rooms is totally renovated to exacting standards, or located within our newly-built wing. Offering a sensational King Coil King/King-Single size pillow-top bed, these rooms are spacious at 36sqm, feature high ceilings, a sitting area, climate-controlled air-conditioning with the majority offering spacious balcony with outdoor setting to utilise all year round. Each room offers a glamorous, sparkling, bathroom with adjustable shower head and deluxe guest amenities. Each Superior King room is equipped with a LCD TV, broadcasting all digital free-to-air channels and selected Foxtel channels. Movies are free (latest releases).
For guests looking to get some work done or just stay connected while away, each room offers a comfortable work-desk, executive chair and free Wi-Fi.
Each Superior King room also offers a selection of coffee and deluxe teas, a free in-room guest safe, iron and ironing board.
- Complimentary Foxtel
- Wi-Fi
- Free movies (latest releases)
- Parking is included in your rate
Executive King Room
Brand new, extra-large and generously appointed Executive rooms on the top level of our new accommodation complex.
Our newly-built Executive King rooms are located away from the Pacific Highway, overlooking a natural bushland reserve setting, offering a wonderfully quiet night’s sleep.
Each of these rooms is located on the top floor within our newly-built wing. Offering sensational King Coil King-size pillow-top bed, these rooms are spacious at 36sqm, feature high ceilings, a sitting area, climate-controlled air-conditioning and a spacious balcony with outdoor setting to utilise all year round. Each room offers a sparkling, luxurious, bathroom with adjustable shower head, bathrobes and deluxe guest amenities, all with walk-in showers. Each Executive King room is equipped with a 55” LCD TV, broadcasting all digital free-to-air channels and selected Foxtel channels.
For guests looking to get some work done or just stay connected while away, each room offers a comfortable work-desk, executive chair and free Wi-Fi and cable internet.
Each Executive King room also offers a selection of coffee and deluxe teas, a free in-room guest safe, iron and ironing board.
- Featuring quality King bedding
- Exquisite ensuite
- Flat-screen digital TV complete with complimentary Foxtel channels
- Spacious work-desk
- Free Wi-Fi, broadband and car parking.
- Free movies (latest releases).
With all these quality features, you won’t have a care in the world.
King Spa Suite
Very spacious King-bedded, upper level Spa room.
Fully refurbished to provide all the comforts, whether your visit is for business or pleasure. Your sparkling ensuite bathroom with two person corner spa bath will provide the ultimate in relaxation, and with bathrobes and quality guest toiletries provided, just relax and pamper yourself.
Your private outdoor balcony presents peaceful views to Newcastle and the native bush-land below.
- Wi-Fi
- Foxtel
- Free movies (latest releases)
- Parking is included in your stay.
Honeymoon Suite
Pamper yourself in this contemporary, well-appointed and extremely spacious upper-level suite.
Features include superior quality King Coil King-size bed, digital television with complimentary Foxtel, WiFi, comprehensive mini-bar, superb ensuite with deluxe two person spa, plus separate walk-in shower…..and, of course, bathrobes and quality guest toiletries are part of the package.
Add to this a private wrap-around balcony at tree-top level, filtered Northern views to the city and beyond and the sparkling outdoor pool below, and you won’t want to leave this haven.
- Wi-Fi
- Foxtel
- Free movies (latest releases)
- Parking is included in your stay.
Family Suite
Take advantage of our spacious, newly renovated rooms that make for a perfect family getaway to Newcastle with easy access to the CBD and local beaches.
The Apollo International is a family-friendly hotel featuring an outdoor pool, a restaurant with a great kids menu and a beautiful bushland reserve. With the largest shopping and entertainment centre in the Hunter and Newcastle region on the doorstep of the hotel, there is always something to do for the whole family! Watch a movie at the local cinema, hit the shops or soak up some sun and surf and choose from the 8 beaches that Newcastle and Lake Macquarie have to offer!
Your accommodation consists of a bedroom with standard King bed and a lounge area with two Single Beds.
- Wi-Fi
- Foxtel
- Free movies (latest releases)
- Parking
Two Bedroom Apartment
The apartment is located away from the Pacific Highway, overlooking a natural bushland reserve, offering a wonderfully quiet night’s sleep.
The spacious apartment is totally renovated to exacting standards. It offers a sensational King Coil Queen bed and 2 x King-Single pillow-top beds, and features a sitting area, full kitchen and dining area, washing machine and tumble dryer, climate-controlled air-conditioning and a spacious balcony with outdoor settings to utilise all year round.
The apartment offers a glamorous, sparkling, bathroom with walk-in shower and adjustable shower head and deluxe guest amenities. The apartment is equipped with 3 x LCD TV's, broadcasting all digital free-to-air channels, selected Foxtel channels and free movie channels.
For guests looking to get some work done, or to just stay connected while away, the apartment offers a comfortable work-desk and free Wi-Fi, The apartment also offers a selection of coffee and deluxe teas.
- Patio and Outdoor Furniture
- Garden View
- Flat-screen digital TV complete with selected Foxtel channels
- Free movies - latest releases
- Air conditioning and Heating
- Minibar and Kitchenette
- Washing machine and dryer
- Iron and Ironing Facilities
- Hairdryer and Free Toiletries
- Refrigerator and Microwave
- Wake-up service and Free Wi-Fi
- Direct access to swimming pool
Newcastle, New South Wales
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Learn MoreValentine's Day Celebrations 2022
We know that you don't need a date on the calendar to show your special someone that you love them, but Valentine's Day is a great excuse to spoil your lover with a romantic meal and a night away! Everyone needs some time alone with the person they love so we've created some special packages to help make it happen. You can choose from lunch with either 2 or 3 courses, a decadent 5-course dinner or a night in one of our luxury rooms including breakfast and a late checkout. Or you can book any combination of them all!
Follow the link below to download the whole information package. Menu and packages valid for Monday February 14th only.
Bookings can be made by calling the hotel on 02 49436733.
More information here
Adventures in Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie is the Southern Hemisphere's largest coastal lake, close to stunning beaches and natural bushland. It's also just up the road from Newcastle, the second biggest city in NSW and home to exciting events such as Surfest and Repco Newcastle 500 Super Cars Championship.
It's rugged coastal landscape is the perfect place for adventure and exploration! Just off the coast is the "Humpback Highway", where whales can be seen as they migrate north to warmer waters from June-November every year. They can be seen from many vantage points along the coast line, or you can take a tour with a whale watching operator such as CoastXP who offer tours leaving from Honeysuckle.
All year round they also have a bunch more tours to choose from, such as dolphin watching, hiking treks and even scenic flights. CoastXP can take you to some of the most remote and little known secret hideaways around the lake that will make you feel like you're much further away from the city than you really are!
For the super brave there is a sky diving academy located in Marks Point just 20 minutes from Charlestown. Find out more about their packages here.
If you're looking for an adventure to suit the whole family then Treetop Adventure Park have lots to do at both the Newcastle and Central Coast locations. They've got courses for everyone, from toddlers to grown-ups!
Visit Lake Macquarie have a comprehensive list of adventurous activities in Lake Macquarie so click the button below to find even more amazing things to do in this beautiful region.
Photo Courtesy of CoastXP and Destination NSW
More Adventures HereLocal Shopping & Markets
Shopping in Lake Macquarie and Newcastle is a delight for shoppers of every kind! We've got big shopping centres full of all the stores you know and love, as well as boutiques and artisan wares for those with very particular tastes. And there are no shortage of markets for fresh food and quirky handmade products all year round.
The Apollo is only a short drive from the region's largest shopping complex, Charlestown Square. It's not just a shopping centre but a full entertainment venue for kids and adults of all ages. It boasts a range of dining options from a la`carte to takeaway, as well as bowling, mini golf, Timezone and a large cinema with a great selection of movies. Check out their website here.
Boutiques abound in nearby areas such as The Junction, Warners Bay and inner-city Newcastle.
For lovers of eclectic vintage, second-hand or handmade pieces, check our Islington and Hamilton and shops such as Stoned Saint Moon and Planet Islington.
And don't forget the amazing array of markets that Newcastle and Lake Macquarie provide all year round. You can find a whole list here on Newcastle Live or check out a few of our favourites.
Lake Macquarie Farmers Markets
Newcastle Food and Flower Markets
You can find out more about shopping in Newcastle and surrounds on the comprehensive Hunter Hunter website via the link below.
Happy shopping!
Shopping in NewcastleSummer Holidays in Lake Macquarie
Summer is here and you're in the best place to enjoy all the best bits that summertime brings like sunshine, swimming and relaxing in the beautiful outdoors!
It also means kids are home from school and you need to find ways to keep them happy and entertained. Lucky we are surrounded by incredible beaches and a stunning lake and we've got a wide variety of activities available in Newcastle, the Hunter and Lake Macquarie.
There's no shortage of things to do these holidays and we've got a few suggestions to keep everyone in your household happy.
Check out this list of Lake Macquarie beaches here.
Visit the Lake Macquarie Art Gallery for special school holiday story-telling sessions. More info here.
Have a great time at the Lake Macquarie Festival in Croudace Bay in January. Check out the details here.
Go for a bushwalk or cycle amongst these beautiful nature trails.
Grab an entertainment pass from Charlestown Square so the kids can have some indoor fun these holidays. View the deal here.
Hunter Hunter have a great list of holiday activities for the whole region, so follow the link below to check them out.
Image courtesy of Destination NSW.
More School Holiday Ideas HereLake Macquarie Sailing tours
Lake Macquarie Sailing tours are a small, family-run business on beautiful Lake Macquarie.
The yacht is a 28 foot Cole that is AMSA licenced to accept up to four guests, with 1-2 crew members, making for a relaxed day on the water.
Tours run year-round with Morning and Afternoon Tour options. Tours are perfect for small groups, couples, families and special events or functions.
Book ExperienceWhat we’re doing to help keep you Covid SAFE
Noting that the news is dominated by Coronavirus, we want to assure you that we have implemented increased guest room and hotel common area cleaning protocols and processes. Your health, welfare and safety are paramount when you stay at Best Western PLUS Apollo International Hotel.
We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organisation and Centres for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the virus. Our focus is to ensure we meet your needs while doing our part to keep you, our employees, and our communities safe.
Here are some highlights:
- We have enhanced techniques used to clean guest rooms after each stay. We are paying particular attention to high-touch point areas, to include key-cards, public area computers, elevator doors and buttons, door handles, locks and latches, light switches, desk surfaces, telephones, television remote controls, and bathroom fixture handles.
- We have heightened hospital-grade sanitising attention to our common areas, such as the front desk, restaurant, hotel furniture, service items, and fitness centre equipment.
- Only double vaccinated guests are able to stay in the hotel and/or dine at the restaurant.
In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes:
- If they are not feeling well or an immediate family is not feeling well, we ask that they stay home to avoid passing it to others.
- Keep their hands clean and wash their hands properly, We ask that they use hospital-grade hand sanitiser whenever possible.
- Regularly wiping down and sanitising their workspace.
- Importantly, if they have flu-like symptoms, they are advised to consult a doctor and seek medical care.
- All 0ur staff are double vaccinated.
We reassure you that we are taking every reasonable precaution to promote a safe and healthy environment.
Blackbutt Nature Reserve
Blackbutt Reserve is only minutes from The Apollo hotel this amazing reserve occupies over 182 hectares of natural bushland providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy nature trails, wildlife exhibits, children's playgrounds or passive recreation. The Reserve's undulating natural environment is the perfect place to explore the wonders of nature with its peaceful picnic settings, wide open spaces and the diverse range of habitats and ecosystems.
The modern and spacious wildlife exhibits provide close viewing of the various native animals on display. The exhibited animals and interpretative signage located along the boardwalk (both wheelchair and pram friendly) provide an opportunity for visitors to observe the fauna and learn about each species.
Comprising Eucalyptus Forest and pockets of significant remnant vegetation, Blackbutt Reserve boasts a restored rainforest providing habitats for a number of rare and vulnerable species.
Plan your visitDoing our part for the Environment
The Apollo International is proud to be doing our part for the environment!
Generating electricity from 242 solar panels We have an incredible 83.5 kW System.
Using the sun to generate the majority of our power means less harmful emissions from burning fossil fuels. Certain times of the day our system produces so much power it actually gives electricity back to the grid.
Click below to find out the environmental benefits of our system, The saved Co2 emissions and the equivalent of trees planted.
Solar DashboardNobbys Lighthouse Headland
Open to public, Take a stroll along Newcastle harbour breakwall and continue up the hill to Nobbys Lighthouse for breath taking views of our beautiful city! Nobbys Lighthouse is now open for free public access on the 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month! Best parking is at Nobbys Beach carpark!
Time: 10am - 4pm
Date: 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month
Meeting Spaces
We are able to cater for a wide range of functions and events – be it a gala dinner, intimate gathering, wedding or a business conference.
The hotel will meet all of your needs with four function rooms, each boasting natural light, breakout areas, modern technology and professional friendly service. Abundant free parking is available on site.
There are four spacious, air conditioned, versatile meeting and function venues, opening out to the pool, beautifully landscaped hotel gardens and the reserve. Indoor and outdoor areas for breakout and catering.
Conference Kit
