About this property
Set within a former Gentlemen's Club, YHA Newcastle Beach has retained heritage features including a communal lounge area with a fireplace, wood panelling and leather sofas. The property is set opposite Newcastle Beach and is 50m from Newcastle Beach Tram stop. Catch the tram from the Greyhound bus stop at the Newcastle Interchange to Newcastle Beach. This hostel boasts a terrace with BBQ facilities, a large shared kitchen and a games room with table tennis and a billiards table. Guests have free use of surfboards and bodyboards. The hostel also offers a tour desk and laundry facilities. Both dormitory rooms and private rooms are available. All offer access to shared bathroom facilities. Each room has a fan, and includes bed linen. Free bikes and surfboards are available for hire
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Sustainability
Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification
HI-Q&S Certified
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Natalia
Australia“Location is great, the hostel is very spacious, clean and organised. Kitchen fully equiped and tidy.” - Lynette Australia“Integrity and a persons dignity goes along way. The staff went over and above in a very private situation that occurred. It was very much appreciated.”
- Lynette Australia“Really got to know the staff members. Watching there dedication to give there best with all visitors. Most travel which make conversations very interesting and sometimes there cooking ideas whilst in the kitchen.”
- Lynni Australia“Location, room 4 a great night sleep. The birds the peacefulness and focused”
- Victoria
New Zealand“Great location, super close to the beach. Huge common area. Warm and quiet. Very clean.” 
Andy
United Kingdom“great location for surfers and seafront lovers. Quirky place with great staff. Not a modern building but they did well with it.”- Logan Australia“Great location got to Public Buses, Very close to the Water Staff were really helpful”
- Lynni Australia“In between living arrangements. Had a good look around area for that perfect unit. Always meeting people, if you choose or stick to yourself doing your own thing. Get to know people and discuss your day. If you want to talk or not. Staying private...”
- Lynni Australia“Honest conversation with owner. Myself being true to my word. Not knowing me from a bar of soap”
Kiwicraig Australia“Building has an amazing old charm to it making it a really unique stay. Staff were great, lots of open space to chill and meet people. Free activities such as pool, books, movies, bikes. Loved hanging out there.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
The supervision of guests under 18 years of age remains the responsibility of their parent or legal guardian whilst at a YHA property. Guests under 18 years of age are not permitted to stay in Co-living shared dormitory rooms, they can only be accommodated in private rooms. For further information on the YHA child safety policy please contact the property directly.
For bookings of 10 or more guests, different prices, policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property directly.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform YHA Newcastle Beach in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
