COMMONWEALTH HOTEL, Newcastle

Commonwealth Hotel - A historic pub-style hotel with sports bar dining and Cooks Hill accommodation

Built in 1882, Commonwealth Hotel is a Cooks Hill institution featuring 10 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms have shared bathrooms, while others offer private en suites. The on-site restaurant serves pub classics like schnitzels, burgers, and plant-based options, with a rotating $14.90 lunch special Monday-Friday. UFC events are broadcast live in the sports bar, which offers beer on tap and pub food like wings and burgers. Located on Darby Street, The Commy is an 8-minute walk from local shops and cafes, with Nobbys Beach a 6-minute drive away. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Commonwealth Hotel.

Pros

Affordable pub-style rooms starting from $99 per night.

Central location near Darby Street's restaurants and shops.

Sports bar with large screens for live UFC and other events.

Varied menu including vegetarian and vegan options.

Cons

Some rooms have shared bathrooms.

Limited parking available on surrounding streets.