Fern Bay
Newcastle
Popular places to visit
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
Blacksmiths Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Foreshore Park
Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Newcastle Ocean Baths
Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.
Merewether Ocean Baths
Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.
Things to do
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Top hotels in Fern Bay
Fern Bay Motel
Staff were friendly. Good access to the area. Room was comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Good location and rooms
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
Cleanliness Staff friendly Amenities
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Nice place to stay staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
ibis Newcastle
Very good stay. Power points need USB outlet for phone.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
The Executive Inn
The team were friendly and helpful, our room was very spacious and clean. We didn't get a chance to use the pool (only a quick overnight stay) but it all looked beautiful!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fern Bay
Stockton
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Stockton. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockton Beach or Little Park Beach.
Newcastle East
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Newcastle East. A stop by Newcastle Ocean Baths or Nobbys Head Beach might round out your trip.
Mayfield
Mayfield is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle Showground if you have time to explore the area.
The Hill
The Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.
Newcastle City Centre
If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Newcastle West
Check out the restaurants, shopping and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.
