Newcastle BackpackersvsTonic Hotel
Both Newcastle Backpackers and Tonic Hotel are rated highly by experts. Overall, Tonic Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Newcastle Backpackers. Tonic Hotel is ranked #11 in Newcastle with accolades from 1 reviewers such as 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
Tonic Hotel
 Time Out
251 Talga Rd, Lovedale, Hunter Valley, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320
From $74/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Pool
 
 "Everything inside - from the quirky artwork on the walls to the achingly cool salt and pepper mills to the comfy slippers on your feet - is available to take home." Full review