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4.4 out of 5

"Dreaming widow bed is the best! Open space and double shower! Fantastic! " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 03 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Newcastle awaits you at The Gateway Inn. You'll be 3.5 km (2.1 mi) from Allowah Street Reserve and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from University of Newcastle. Highlights at this hotel include 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and free self parking.

This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a health club, and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free extended parking.

Within a 20-minute drive of this 4.5-star Mayfield hotel, attractions include John Hunter Hospital and Newcastle Beach.

Accessible Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$165* Per night/room 5 Apr. - 6 Apr.

One Bedroom Spa Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Spa Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Two Bedroom Apartment

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Deluxe Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Gateway Inn ratings based on 444 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.4 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Gateway Inn

Everyone (256) Business (6) Couples (78) Family (85)
4 out of 5
Dreaming widow bed is the best! Open space and double shower! Fantastic!

Posted by on 3 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Feb. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you for the great score Qiudi.

5 out of 5
Great hotel. Really quiet and convenient. The food at the restaurant was delicious!

Posted by on 21 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Thank you for taking the time to reveiw your stay.

5 out of 5
Great place to stay with the convenience of easy access to a Sports Club with three restaurants. Comfortable rooms and obliging staff.

Posted by on 21 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you for the lovely review Peter.

3 out of 5

Posted by on 20 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 12 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

12 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you fo rthe great score David.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

4 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you for the great score Bronwyn.

4 out of 5

Posted by on 15 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

4 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you for your review Scott

5 out of 5

Posted by on 11 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

4 Jan. 2024 by Manager On Duty

Thank you for the top score.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 19 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Oct. 2023 by Dave Musgrave - Reservations Coordinator

Good Morning Kelly,Thank you once again for choosing The Gateway.We greatly appreciate your review and are delighted to hear that you had a great stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel again in the not-too-distant future!Kind Regards,Hotel ManagementThe Gateway

5 out of 5
Close to club and on a main road to everywhere.

Posted by on 9 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Oct. 2023 by Dave Musgrave - Reservations Coordinator

Good Afternoon Daniel,Thank you once again for choosing The Gateway.We greatly appreciate your review and are delighted to hear that you had a great stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel again in the not-too-distant future!Kind Regards,Hotel ManagementThe Gateway

Property Features

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A health club, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the luxury The Gateway Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 4.5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free long-term parking , Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking , Parking (limited spaces) , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Waratah Station (2.4 km / 1.5 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking, extended parking, and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

The Gateway Inn offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Minibar
  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast on weekdays from 6 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 10 AM.

The Gateway Inn has 4 restaurants on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property Registry Number – Licensed Club min 18 years
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free - maximum age 15
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 20 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Gateway Inn Newcastle
  • Gateway Newcastle
  • Newcastle Gateway
  • Gateway Inn Mayfield
  • The Gateway Inn Hotel
  • The Gateway Inn Mayfield
  • The Gateway Inn Hotel Mayfield

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National Rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.