Ballroom at Rydges Newcastle
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Cnr Merewether St & Wharf Rd, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
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Reviews for Rydges Newcastle
Deonne Kirkham
Downstairs is magnificent, fresh, and beautiful, and then you walk in the suites, and it's outdated, tired looking, and needs a good scrub! We had a dirty towel left behind the bathroom door on arrival. The bathroom needs a de-mould , the shower curtain was gross but was better than the shower spout. So much calcium build up. You felt dirty showering. Rooms aren't soundproofed, so if you want a quiet relaxing wknd away, this isn't the place. Pool is a great feature, except there is no privacy and right where all the public walks on the promenade. Restaurant renovations are great, and the food is fabulous sizes (only had starters and we couldn't eat it all). Bar shuts too early on Saturday. Went to a comedy show and wanted a nightcap after, but the bar was shut at 10 pm. The area has depleted a little, but if you like watching cargo ships, this is the place to stay. All up needs TLC in suites and upgrade of TV situation. Even though it wasn't fantastic, this is the best Rydges we have stayed at
Paul Goudie
Great location, plenty of restaurants to choose from close by and breakfast at the hotel was great. We walked everywhere we needed to and caught the ferry across to Stockton which was only a short walk away. Was entertaining watching the ships and tugs go by during the day, but can be pretty noisy at night if you are a light sleeper with the helicopter taking the pilots out regularly through the night just across the river.
Shane Whiley
Great location helpful staff. At breakfast, the supply of condiments needs addressing. The bulk jars of jam,peanut, Nutella etc doesn't work with a knife. Either have a spoon or individual serves. The in-house parking was a little high , but very good, and I will use it again. The best thing about the shower was the labels on the shampoo conditioner and body wash. Large contrasted labels are white on black. I don't wear my glasses in the shower and could read what each was. Well done.
paul muddle
I stayed 5 nights . My room had a harbour/street view which was lovely. The room was clean and modern . I particularly enjoyed dining at Wharf 350 restaurant and bar . The food was 5 star all the way. I sampled 5 different mains and 3 different desserts - all were absolutely delicious. The presentation was beautiful and the service was very good . You simply can't beat the location - central Newcastle , a 15 minute walk to the beach . I can't wait to bring my partner to dine here with me . The pool is heated and was most appreciated after work .
Gregory Stewart
Best place we have ever stayed, polite ,kind and very helpful staff. Valet parking so good , kitchen staff especially Remy as he helped me so much with my special dietary ends being ceoliac and having egg,nut and certain fruit allergies and he talked to the chef and I gad plenty of choices to pick from. Food was fantastic ,room for disabled access perfect.
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