Beachfront

The Calm

75 Shortland Esplanade, 2300 Newcastle, Australia – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>22</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
22 reviews
a white kitchen with a wooden table and chairs at The Calm in Newcastle
a plant in a room with a floor plan at The Calm in Newcastle
an aerial view of a beach and the ocean at The Calm in Newcastle
a white kitchen with a sink and a stove at The Calm in Newcastle
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The Calm

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  • The entire place is yours
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

Set in Newcastle, 200 metres from Newcastle Beach and 1.2 km from Nobbys Beach, The Calm offers air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.5 km from Stockton Beach. The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newcastle, like fishing. Popular points of interest near The Calm include Newcastle Local Court, Newcastle City Council and Newcastle City Hall. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
High score for Newcastle
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    “Location, apartment facilities, having a smart television, location was in walking distance to shops/cafes, secure parking, close to beach”
  • Justyna
    Poland Poland
    “The apartment is located in a very beautiful and interesting part of the city. Overlooking the ocean. Nearby there are shops and restaurants as well as very interesting tourist attractions. Spacious and clean interior, the advantage is a parking...”
  • Vivian
    Australia Australia
    “I loved that I could watch the waves from both the bedroom and living room. It was very clean and well set-up. The location was great for walking everywhere.”
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    “The view was exceptional. The apartment was very clean, tidy and modern.”
  • Stephanie
    Australia Australia
    “Brilliant location and view. Ben was very welcoming and helpful. The apartment was very comfortable and had everything I needed.”
  • Sandra
    Australia Australia
    “The location is really sensational. Great views and close to the east end, king and hunter streets if you are up for a 15-20 minute walk. The harbour is also an easy walk and if you are up for something a little more strenuous you can walk to...”
  • Davis
    Australia Australia
    “Location. Quite building great wiew. Close to restaurants and cafes. Ben was a great help.”
  • Neale
    Australia Australia
    “Great location and view. Well provisioned kitchen.”

Managed by FOLLO

Company review score: 9.5Based on 412 reviews from 46 properties
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Property information

Please note this is a privately owned and managed apartment in a residential building, and not a hotel. This apartment is as per the photos. It is on the 1st floor, overlooking beautiful Newcastle Beach. Important note about this property: There is remediation work occurring at this property currently, expected completion end of February 2025. There will be personnel onsite and may be some construction noise experienced and personnel on site between 7am and 5pm weekdays. Scaffolding is erected on the front of this building, covered in sheer mesh. You can see through the mesh, however the view is slightly impacted. The nightly rates have been set with this in consideration and priced accordingly. If you choose to proceed with booking this property, you acknowledge this notice and we appreciate your respect in our communication, and your review.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Calm
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • Sea view
    • View
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Lift
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Calm takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of AUD 500 is required on arrival. That's about £254. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    AUD 45 per stay

    Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note there is a 2% surcharge on all credit cards

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Calm in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, please write this request and your company details in the Ask a question box.

    In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

    This property is located in a busy area and guests may experience noise.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    A damage deposit of AUD 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    License number: PID-STRA-22735-2

    FAQs about The Calm

    • The Calm offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fishing
      • Beachfront
      • Beach

    • The prices at The Calm may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from The Calm. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Calm is 500 yards from the centre of Newcastle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Calm on this page.

    • The Calm has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, The Calm is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Calm can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at The Calm is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.