Thornton

Maitland

Popular places to visit

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Maitland Regional Art Gallery during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.

Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Maitland Gaol

Maitland Gaol

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maitland Gaol during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.

Maitland Gaol

Maitland Showground

Enjoy an outing to Maitland Showground during your stay in Maitland.

Maitland Showground

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Maitland. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in the area.

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Walka Water Works

Explore the great outdoors at Walka Water Works, a lovely green space in Maitland.

Walka Water Works

Maitland Hospital

Though Maitland Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Maitland while you are here.

Maitland Hospital

Things to do

Wine Tasting Fun

Hunter Valley Small Group Luxury Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

P8,679
per adult
Hunter Valley Small Group Luxury Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney
three inflated hot air balloons in Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

P13,629
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle.

Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle.

P9,049
per adult
Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle.
Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

P1,256
per adult
Maitland's True Crime Tour
Women drinking wine at a vineyard in Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese in Small-Group Tour from Sydney

P8,679
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese in Small-Group Tour from Sydney
Hunter Valley Horse Ride - 90 Minutes -Vineyard & Mountain Views

Hunter Valley Horse Ride - 90 Minutes -Vineyard & Mountain Views

P5,355
per adult
Hunter Valley Horse Ride - 90 Minutes -Vineyard & Mountain Views
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Top hotels in Thornton

Thornton Executive Hotel

Thornton Executive Hotel

3 out of 5
21 Poynton Place, Thornton, NSW
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Maitland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and climate control. Popular attractions Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center and Maitland ...
7.8/10 Good! (261 reviews)
Convenient location
"A convenient place to stay overnight. Close to the highway but very quiet. Our front door code didn’t seem to work but a quick phone call and it was easily resolved. Room was spacious & comfortable. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

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Thornton Executive Hotel
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is P5,438 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,438
P5,982 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (454 reviews)
"Great Work hub and bar area"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

4 out of 5
430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale, NSW
The price is P7,584 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,584
P8,342 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lovedale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Very relaxing weekend Apartment 539 tv in bedroom doesn’t work Exhaust fan in bathroom very weak"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is P5,330 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,330
P5,863 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
Small but clean
"Small but clean room, beds could be comfier and bathroom larger - a little to compact even for a couple."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort

4 out of 5
15 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, NSW
The price is P7,570 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P7,570
P7,570 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Pokolbin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,167 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Very comfortable accommodation, nice sized pool, warm enough to swim even during the winter."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is P7,017 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P7,017
P7,719 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Our room had recently been renovated, new furniture, curtains, new bathroom and freshly painted. Great views from the balconies. We would have like more options in the In-Room dining menu."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Rydges Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Thornton

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Beresfield

While Beresfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Pambalong Nature Reserve.

Beresfield
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Chisholm

While Chisholm isn't home to many top sights, Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Showground are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chisholm
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Woodberry

While Woodberry isn't home to many top sights, Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodberry
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Ashtonfield

While there might not be top attractions in Ashtonfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maitland Showground and Maitland Gaol.

Ashtonfield
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Tarro

Tarro might not have many top sights, but Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tarro
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Tenambit

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tenambit and surrounding area, you can visit Maitland Gaol and Maitland Showground.

Tenambit

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