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Shortland Budget Accommodation

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to University of Newcastle

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Children’s activities
Front of property
Twin Room with Shared Facilities
Billiards
Free self-parking

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$86
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov

Explore the area

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269 Sandgate Road, Shortland, NSW, 2307
  • Place, University of Newcastle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, John Hunter Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Newcastle International Sports Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room with Shared Facilities

Single Room with Shared Facilities

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Queen Room with Shared Facilities

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room with Ensuite

Double Room with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room with Ensuite

Queen Room with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Facilities

Twin Room with Shared Facilities

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

  • University of Newcastle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Newcastle International Hockey Centre - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Newcastle International Sports Centre - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Newcastle Showground - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Jesmond - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gloria Jean's Coffees - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shortland Budget Accommodation

Hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to University of Newcastle
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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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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

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 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shortland Budget Accommodation on 7 Nov 2025 start from NZ$85.56, 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.