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Shortland Budget Accommodation

3.0 star property

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A bar area with a counter, stools, and a television screen displaying news.
A man in a floral shirt sitting at a table with a pizza, a beer, and a salad.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.
A pool table in a room with wooden walls and a television mounted on the wall displaying a sports event.
A modern building with a large sign for Tooheys New Shortland Hotel & Motel.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept

Explore the area

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269 Sandgate Road, Shortland, NSW, 2307
  • Place, Hunter Valley Private Hospital
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Newcastle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hunter Wetlands National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room with Shared Facilities

A small hotel room with a single bed, a chair, a desk, and a TV.

Single Room with Shared Facilities

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Room with Shared Facilities

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room with Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a dresser, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Double Room with Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room with Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a window, and a view of trees.

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room with Shared Facilities

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Twin Room with Shared Facilities

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Newcastle

At Shortland Budget Accommodation, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from University of Newcastle and 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Newcastle International Hockey Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The bistro, Shorty Hotel Bistro, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Shortland hotel include John Hunter Hospital and Lake Macquarie.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Private Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Newcastle - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hunter Wetlands National Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • North Lambton Dog Off-Leash Area - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Allowah Street Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sandgate Station - 3 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mayfield West Bowling Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wallsend Diggers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chatime - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Racecourse Hotel - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Shortland Budget Accommodation

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Shortland Budget Accommodation also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Newcastle hotel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Shortland Budget Accommodation offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Shorty Hotel Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The bar]
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 25 December to 28 December:
  • Dining venue

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Shortland Hotel Motel
Shortland Hotel
Shortland Budget Accommodation Hotel
Shortland Budget Accommodation Shortland
Shortland Budget Accommodation Hotel Shortland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

Shortland Budget Accommodation offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

As of 5 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shortland Budget Accommodation on 5 Sept 2026 start from AU$85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

Yep, Shortland Budget Accommodation has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shortland Budget Accommodation?

The closest beach to Shortland Budget Accommodation is Newcastle Beach (9.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

No, Shortland Budget Accommodation does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 25 until December 28.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Shortland Budget Accommodation?

There is a golf course next to Shortland Budget Accommodation.

Shortland Budget Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 220 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean accommodation, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed several times over the years, our only suggestion would be a mattress topper, or new mattress please.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastico no words can i describe but perfect everything very well done
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is easy. You check in at the Hotel bar and staff are very helpful. The room was clean and comfortable and has aircon. The pub food is good and well priced. Overall, a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Keilana

Liked: Staff & service
simple, had tv and aircon, comfy bed, the fridge leaks and there was rubbish under the bed when i arrived.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maureen

It was described as "budget" and it was. Clean and comfortable enough for a 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

PAULINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old property located within The Shorty Hotel grounds. Very clean ensuite room with good tea/coffee facilities, fridge. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap clean accommodation

I have stayed here several times, very reasonable tariff, Great hotel friendly staff I recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

YUXUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place for stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We like the big and quiet fridge ,wifi slow but adequate for one night ,convenient to join the M1 via the link road towards Sydney and also two cheap petrol station right across the street to fill up your car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Q
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room has good air con & ALWAYS cleaned by the reliable staff on a regular basis.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Economical, convenient place to stay for a short time
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thankfully, the bed comfort makes a HUGE impact on issues with shoulders & neck areas. Food options are good in the region.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms & bathrooms could do with an update but stay very comfortable for a bloke.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay for a couple nights. Really great for the price a very friendly staff. Adjacent to the Shortland pub where there is really good food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly staff, room was clean and suited me well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great. There is a kitchen there but I didn't use it. I ate in the evenings and was very good value. It was very good value for money and my room and bed was fine. It had a kettle in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean. Early check in provided. Dean, Hannah and Darcy all provided excellent service. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Modupeoluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and reasonable pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Ongoing stay ; safety paramount.....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was adequate. Toilet kept running. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and tidy, no frills or complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025