Accommodation Suggestions

There are two main areas with hotels and backpacker accommodation — Newcastle East and Honeysuckle — both within walking distance of each other, and close to train stations. Honeysuckle is a popular area with lots of restaurants with great views across the harbour.

Conference Hotel

We have reserved rooms at the conference venue, Noah's on the Beach. To book, please quote the following:

• Block # 2917484
• Block Name: UON-Jonathan Borwein Commemorative

RATES:

• $170.00 – Standard Room
• $185.00 – Harbour View Room
• $199.00 – Low Ocean View
• $215.00 – Mid Ocean View
• $230.00 – High Ocean View

Further accommodation options are listed below.

Newcastle East:

• Novotel Newcastle Beach
• YHA Newcastle Beach (backpackers, great location and nice place. Discount for HI members.)
• Terraces for Tourists (a good choice if coming with family etc.)
• Newcastle Serviced Apartments

Honeysuckle:

• Crowne Plaza
• Chifley (two locations — Honeysuckle and next to the Newcastle train station).
• Ibis
• Travelodge

The website wotif.com can sometimes have good deals.

Another backpacker option (with a pool) is Backpackers Newcastle on Denison St, Hamilton.