The Boatrowers Hotel, affectionately known to locals as "The Boatie", this is a classic heritage-listed pub providing budget accommodation in the laid-back beachside suburb of Stockton, just across the Hunter River from Newcastle CBD. This is one of the real Australian pub stay experiences available with simple no-frills rooms upstairs from a lively bar and bistro. Friendly community vibe, hearty pub grub, near the Stockton ferry=backpackers/contractors/travelers discovering Newcastle's authentic base without city center hotel price tag written all over it!

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Highlights - The Boatrowers Hotel

  • ✓ Located a short walking distance from the ferry terminal that connects to downtown Newcastle.
  • ✓ One of the cheapest places to stay in the region, offers unbeatable value for money.
  • ✓ Serves excellent and generous pub meals at its bistro onsite, schnitzels seem to be a local favorite.
  • ✓ Friendly and warm atmosphere with real local cultural experience.
  • ✓ Free street parking is available in the surrounding streets outside of the restrictions typically found within the CBD.
  • × Shared facilities. Most of the rooms do not have ensuites and rely on communal bathrooms.
  • × Working pub. Noise from bar, music or patrons can be heard in the rooms.
  • × Very basic rooms, often lacking air conditioning-fans provided and modern luxuries.
  • × There is no elevator, so guests must be able to carry luggage up a flight of stairs.
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Hotel Evaluation - The Boatrowers Hotel

  • Value for Money The value for money is exceptional. A clean bed and a great location at half the price of a normal hotel.
  • Staff & Service Friendly, laid-back service. The bar staff who double as reception are generally always up for a chat and full of local helpful hints.
  • Hotel Location The location is strategic; you get to enjoy the quiet village feel of Stockton while being just a 5-minute ferry ride away from all the city action.
  • Surroundings A pleasant mix of suburban streets, river views, and local shops. Laid-back coastal vibes.
  • Cleanliness Reasonably clean. It’s an old building but the shared bathrooms and rooms are kept tidy.
  • Breakfast Experience Food is really good here. Big portions, fresh, and still very much affordable. This place gets quite packed with locals too.
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