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Great Northern Hotel Newcastle

83-89 Scott St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia

4.2 (676)
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Pub

60 Seated
100 Standing

Why you'll love Great Northern Hotel Newcastle

  • Historic Charm and Elegance: The Great Northern’s long history and art-deco design create a sophisticated, nostalgic atmosphere.
  • Timeless Appeal: The venue retains its classic style, blending historical elegance with modern amenities to enhance the guest experience.
  • Versatile Entertainment Options: The venue offers a variety of entertainment, including bars, dining, sports, gaming, and live shows, catering to diverse interests

Discover The Great Northern, a historic art-deco gem in Newcastle's East End. With roots dating back 156 years, this iconic hotel blends timeless elegance with modern comforts. Recently refurbished, it retains its classic charm while offering a dynamic mix of bars, dining, sporting events, gaming, and live entertainment. Enjoy quality pub food, selections of beverages, and a welcoming atmosphere that caters to all tastes. Whether you're seeking a sophisticated night out or a vibrant event space, The Great Northern promises an unforgettable experience in a venue steeped in history and style. 


Great Northern Hotel Newcastle Function Rooms

2 Spaces Available At This Venue
The Jantzen

The Jantzen

Located in our back restaurant area. Consisting of a large booth space. Direct access to the side bar. Roped off during functions to be exclusively yours. Prime positioning to appreciate all the live entertainment that The Great Northern Hotel has to offer. Perfect for parties and socialising.
70
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The Lounge/Foyer

The Lounge/Foyer

Located in the centre of the Venue. Full of beautiful, original, art- deco features, styled with luxurious furnishings to help you step back in time. It can be closed off for private functions or sections can be reserved within the area for more casual gatherings. The perfect space for larger parties, conferences, product launches, networking functions.
60
100
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Google iconReviews for Great Northern Hotel Newcastle

Tom Shaw

August 1, 2025

Arrived on a wet Friday for lunch. Very welcoming staff. I ordered a large Shiraz and a rare rump steak with salad and fries. Very good steak, no gristle and cooked as requested. Excellent salad that had a hint of something I could not identify, but very tasty none the less. Compliments to the chef and excellent service!

Mieko

January 17, 2026

Overall horrible experience. I have never been more astounded by the food value, rudeness of the workers, and lack of facilities. I went here to have steak recently and not only was the steak extremely overpriced for a pub (it was $35 whereas normal pubs charge around $20), the size of the steak was definitely not 250g. I home cook steak regularly and also measure the meat portions, and the size served at this pub was probably 120g. It was also cooked medium and not medium-rare. I can get past the steak, it is not that serious of an issue. The real issue was the facilities and disrespectful workers, causing the writing of this review. There is one bathroom for females in the whole building, as the female bathroom is closed off and has a “leakage” and the unisex is the only bathroom available. When I went to the bathroom, only a few minutes later there was a worker pounding on the door saying “Hurry up. You have been in there for 5 minutes.” because there were other customers waiting to use the bathroom and getting reasonably frustrated. But 5 minutes? Do you hear yourself? Why are the workers being so aggressive and angry because someone was in the bathroom for 5 minutes? Regardless, I apologised for being in the bathroom for 5 minutes and was met with an eye roll. Additionally, there was NO toilet paper. Would not recommend. Awful experience and ruined the rest of the night.

andrew pocock

February 27, 2025

I'm here at 3:30 on a Thursday afternoon. It's quiet but that's understandable. Device was immediate and polite. The position is outstanding near buses and trams. The river and the ocean are both in walking distance. It's a Grand old hotel that still survives, thank goodness.

Clare

December 28, 2025

Vibe was casual, live music was great, staff friendly … but unfortunately there was a horrid sewer smell wafting through the pub now and again that staff said was the result of a recent plumbing issue. Staff trying to mask it with spray, but we had to move outside. Local drunk bothering us but manager was super patient and he eventually moved on. Food was amazing! Hope they get rid of the smell soon!

Serina Hill

April 13, 2025

Upon a visit to Newcastle, popped in here for a quick meal… expecting the usual pub affair I was pleasantly surprised with everything this pub is! But the food is the best part! Well done guys! The Nepalese dumplings are a standout and the snittys are the bomb! Great service to boot! 👏 3 day visit to Newy and I visited twice! Just had to return.


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