Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

4.5 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Exterior detail
Beach/ocean view
Ocean Suite | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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27 Mawson Close, Caves Beach, NSW, 2281
  • Place, Wallarah National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Merewether Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Ocean Bungalow - Adults Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Townhouse Ocean

  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Garden Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 170 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

3 Bedroom Townhouse

  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and a picnic area.
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Wallarah National Park. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Caves Bistro, a bistro with ocean views
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include meeting rooms, a conference center, and an elevator
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground and yoga classes
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the beach
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Wallarah National Park and a few minutes from Byrnes Reserve
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2928 square feet (272 square meters) and includes a conference center. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

Caves Bistro - Overlooking the ocean, this bistro serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Caves Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (2,928 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Caves Beachside
Caves Beachside Hotel
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows Hotel Caves Beach
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows Hotel
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows Caves Beach
Caves Coastal Bar Bungalows
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Hotel
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Caves Beach
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Hotel Caves Beach

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 512 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great position, clean and good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mirsina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Adults only Bungalows - absolutely beautiful! Clean & tidy, perfect spot for a night away!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well suited for a weekends
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check in was very good. The bungalow was clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, excellent service, clean rooms,staff are very friendly and polite, will definitely be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The restaurant and the bar were great. Food was tasty. The bungalow I stayed in was very comfortable and very clean. The complex is very close to the beach, just a short walk .
View from the bungalow
Dinner! Steak sandwich was very tasty
The beach just a short walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marwa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Haidee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely loved our stay in the beach front bungalows. So beautiful, super comfy beds and the room is just lovely. A very special place and we will be back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always have a great time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalows are beautiful and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was very good and suitable for a coeliac
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, beautiful bungalows. Our go to couples trip away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, such a great location for unwinding and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John van der

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was absolutely spotless, comfortable, and well-equipped — everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The staff were friendly, professional, and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. We couldn’t fault a thing — clean, quiet, and excellent value. Highly recommend this motel to anyone looking for a perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kabir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
will be coming back again. A little piece of heaven this place. clean , tidy with all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff in the hotel and restaurant are outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shuhua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the location near the beach and the property is nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bungalow had a nice view out to the beach & a small wetlands pond. Very quiet & modern. Very happy with our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

BRADLEY

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were cobwebs everywhere and stains in the seats, for the price we expected more. Food was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, beautiful beach, great food, lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place nice and quiet and the food and accommodation was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the holiday vibe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025