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Newcastle BackpackersvsThe Anchorage Hotel & Spa
Both Anchorage Port Stephens and Newcastle Backpackers are praised by professional travelers. On balance, Anchorage Port Stephens is preferred by most writers compared to Newcastle Backpackers. Anchorage Port Stephens comes in at #2 in Newcastle with endorsements from 2 publications such as Oyster, Time Out.
Newcastle Backpackers
Lonely Planet
42 & 44 Denison St, Newcastle, New South Wales 2303
From $19/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
"It’s not a patch on the YHA but it’s cheap and offers free surfing lessons (board and wetsuit hire $25 for two hours), free dinners on Monday and Wednesday and free pick-up from the train station." Full review
The Anchorage Hotel & Spa
Time Out
Oyster
Corlette Point Road, Corlette, Port Stephens, New South Wales 2315
From $260/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
"Part of the Peppers chain, this is a top-class resort right on the water. Private balconies offer sweeping views across the bay." Full review
Upscale
"The 80-room Anchorage Port Stephens is an upscale boutique on the marina in the tiny town of Corlette, a two-minute walk from Corlette Point Park and an unspoiled beach." Full review