Planning a visit to the Hunter Valley? Your choice of Hunter Valley hotels may depend on which wineries you plan to visit, if you're looking for a spa on-site at the hotel, or even a golf course! We've gathered the top 20 Hunter Valley accommodation options to help get you started. If a Hunter Valley Airbnb is more your style, read our blog here.
At just 120km out of Sydney, the Hunter Valley is ideal for a romantic weekend getaway, family vacation or a quick road trip with friends. There are great options for every type of trip in this neck of the woods!
While, of course, the Hunter Valley is famous for its vineyards and wineries (which are a must-visit!), there is also hot air ballooning, spa retreats, water sports, hikes, golf courses and national parks with beautiful views all within the region too.
Take to the skies over the stunning Hunter Valley
Start your escape in style with a Hunter Valley Hot Air Balloon flight over the picturesque regions of the Hunter Valley. Once you've snapped away at the stunning scenery, head to a delicious gourmet breakfast and champagne celebration where you can plan the rest of your day.
The Best Hunter Valley Accomodation:
1. Grapevines Boutique Accommodation
Photo credit: Grapevines Boutique Accommodation
Grapevines is a family-owned and run accommodation in the heart of Pokolbin. The accommodation is villa-style, scattered within boutique gardens with amazing views of mountains beyond - Brokenback Range and Barrington Tops.
You are also within walking distance to Harrigan’s Irish Pub, the famous Hunter Valley Gardens, Enzo's Cafe and David Hook Wines, so it's a super central spot to call home whilst in the Hunter Valley.
Address: 1941 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
How much per night? from $170 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Walking distance to wineries, eateries and attractions
2. Hunter Valley Resort
The Hunter Valley Resort has so many activities, you'll be spoilt for choice.
This is the place to stay if you like keeping busy, have Hunter Valley activity FOMO, or have lots of people to entertain. The Hunter Valley Resort has 100 acres for you to ramble along walking trails, play tennis, have a refreshing swim or a relaxing massage, or explore the Adventure Centre with horse-riding and Segway tours among the things on offer.
With only 35 guest rooms you'll have plenty of room to spread out and enjoy your privacy - this Hunter Valley hotel is the best of both worlds... activities and plenty of space to unwind.
Address: Hermitage Rd &, Mistletoe Ln, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
How much per night? from $135 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Activities! Horse riding, segway tours, grape-stomping and more can all be organised on site.
3. Spicers Guesthouse
Photo credit: Spicers Guesthouse
Looking for a little Hunter Valley hotel luxury? Spicers Guesthouse has been an iconic luxury destination within the Hunter Valley for 35 years.
This old friend has just undergone an 18-month revitalisation which refurbished the 49 guest rooms. A new bar and a pool were also added as part of the refresh as well as one of the Hunter Valley’s best restaurants - Eremo.
Settle in at the new pool on site. Photo credit: Spicers Guesthouse
Address: 57 Ekerts Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
How much per night? from $299 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: A luxury escape with all the trimmings
4. Chateau Elan at The Vintage Hunter Valley
The guest rooms at Chateau Elan are perfect if you like a little extra space.
Château Élan at The Vintage is an integrated golf, spa and conference resort. Golfers will love the Greg Norman-designed 18-hole golf course. Spa aficionados will love the comprehensive menu as well as the dedicated spaces for massage and hydrotherapy, exercise and beauty as well as lounge areas for extended relaxation, socialising and wellbeing.
Surrounded by vineyards and meandering cellar door wine trails, the hotel is perfectly positioned for a relaxed Hunter Valley getaway.
The Greg Norman designed golf course is a definite highlight!
Address: Vintage Dr, Rothbury, NSW 2320
How much per night? from $300 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Golf days and spa days!
5. Leaves & Fishes – The Boathouses
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For something a little different, spend a night at one of the four private boathouses at Leaves and Fishes in the Hunter Valley.
These beautifully furnished villas are relaxed and secluded, and are a lovely retreat from day-to-day life. You can browse a range of homewares, fashion and furniture at the onsite store and enjoy delicious cuisine at the restaurant onsite.
Each Boathouse is beautifully appointed.
Address: 737 Lovedale Rd, Lovedale NSW 2320
How much per night? from $350 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Getting away from the hustle & bustle
6. Mercure Resort Hunter Valley Gardens
Who knows what you might stumble across at the Hunter Valley Gardens...
Mercure Resort Hunter Valley Gardens is a lovely place for a holiday break with a pool, sauna, spa and tennis courts all on site. The resort itself is also set within a much larger precinct that offers restaurants, cafes, boutiques and the Hunter Valley Gardens.
Unwind after a day of exploring with a dip in the pool.
Address: 2090 Broke Rd Pokolbin, NSW 2320
How much per night? from $169 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Families and visiting the Hunter Valley Gardens
If you're looking for an activity to do with the family, you must visit the Hunter Valley Gardens. Set over 14 hectares with more than 10 gardens to explore, including the ever-popular Storybook Garden, the gardens are a great day out, and burn through plenty of energy too!
The Hunter Valley Gardens are a great day for young and old
7. voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley
voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley is relaxed luxury
Hunter Valley’s first vineyard estate, voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley or sometimes known as Hunter Valley Kirkton Park is boutique accommodation that makes you feel right at home. With modern design and elegant touches, Kirkton Park is luxurious yet functional.
Start the day slowly with a relaxing swim
When you’ve finished taking in the amazing surroundings you can play tennis, explore the indoor pool with spa and sauna or even help feed the pigs and chickens!
Guests are welcome to take their veggie scraps to the stables - no wastage here!
Address: 336 Oakey Creek Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $240 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: A romantic couples escape
8. Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley
The pool at the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley
Surrounded by picturesque vineyards and rugged mountain ranges, Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley is a fantastic Hunter Valley hotel. The resort facilities include tennis courts, a swimming pool and an 18-hole golf course.
There's two types of accommodation here - hotel rooms and villas. Hotel rooms offer views of the surrounding rural landscape and the Villas are nested within the properties 18 hole championship golf course with beautiful Hunter Valley pastoral scenery.
The resort style facilities offer something for everyone
Address: 430 Wine Country Dr, Lovedale NSW 2325
How much per night? from $185 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Golfers and large groups!
Just around the corner from the Crowne Plaza is Capercaillie Wines. Capercaillie Wines has won over 950 wine show awards since 1996 and was rated as a 5-star winery in the 2021 Halliday Wine Companion. Find out why during a 45-minute wine tasting experience which will have you tasting your way through a premium selection of their finest beverages. Perfection!
Stop in for a wine tasting at Capercaillie Wines
9. Estate Tuscany
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Constructed in 1997, Estate Tuscany is a family-owned boutique estate, situated on 26 acres in the heart of the Hunter Valley wine region in Pokolbin. The property features panoramic mountain views of the Brokenback Ranges, 300 acres of vineyards, and is located in a tranquil bush land setting surrounded by Australian wildlife. It sounds idyllic because it is!
Children and families are warmly welcomed and, should you wish to bring your fur baby, there are also five dedicated pet rooms!
Address: Mistletoe Ln &, Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $150 per night
Distance to wineries? 0m, this is a winery!
Best for: Feeling like you've escaped to Italy
10. Harrigan's Hunter Valley
Harrigan’s Irish Pub and Bar is a Hunter Valley institution
Harrigan’s Irish Pub and Bar is an institution in the Hunter Valley offering family-friendly dining and live music to keep the crowd dancing. There’s a refurbished bistro, new lounge bar area and alfresco dining in the extended outdoor dining area.
The Harrigan's accommodation includes deluxe rooms (some with fireplaces) and larger apartments for families.
A two bedroom apartment with a fireplace
Plus, a 10-minute walk away is the Hunter Valley Gardens and the local shopping village full of restaurants, cafes and boutique stores.
Address: 2090 Broke Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $140 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Casual, centrally located accommodation
11. Block Eight Hunter Valley
Block Eight Hunter Valley offers luxury accommodation in a beautiful setting.
Block Eight is situated at the end of a cul-de-sac and faces both the Brokenview Range and the Barrington Tops mountain range. Their 100 acres contain two large dams, 15 acres of grapes, 10 acres of olives and lots of natural bushland which is home to scores of kangaroos and wallabies.
You’ll also encounter The Farm – a secure one-acre enclosure for orphaned and abandoned farm animals. If you're interested in joining the owners for feeding time, simply text on arrival and they'll let you know when it's time to head on down.
Just a couple of the friends you'll spot around the place.
This Hunter Valley accommodation is best for the times when you need a secluded getaway with your special someone - it's an adults-only retreat, no kids or babies allowed. You will be left totally alone in one of the five luxury self-contained villas, though staff are on hand should you need anything.
Address: 65 Squire Cl, Belford NSW 2335
How much per night? from $399 per night
Distance to wineries: Less than 10 minutes drive
Best for: An adults-only escape!
If you're looking for an award-winning wine tasting, stop in at Margan Wines. Known for their environmental sustainability initiatives, the 45-minute experience at Margan Wines will have you tasting your way through a flight of six wines from their Premium White Label and Aged Release Wines. You will soon know why they have been named a five-star winery by James Halliday Wine Companion for 12 years.
Margan Wines
12. Cabins in the Clouds
You're in the Hunter to taste wine, but we bet you'll never want to leave!
As the name suggests, Cabins in the Clouds is the ultimate secluded retreat.
Each one of the five cabins has an outdoor hot tub to relax in as you take in the fantastic views, listen to the soothing sounds of nature, delight in the fresh mountain air and have a close encounter with some friendly local fauna.
Located on the top of Mount George, part of the Moonabung Ranges, the nearest local town is Vacy (where you can stock up on supplies). Other historical towns that are well worth a wander within a 40-minute radius include Paterson, Tocal, Morpeth and Lorn.
Address: 424 Moonabung Rd, Vacy NSW 2421
How much per night? From $400 per night
Distance to wineries? Around 30mins drive
Best for: Complete relaxation with an epic view
13. Elfin Hill
Brekky is on the house at Elfin Hill
Elfin Hill is at the foothills of the Brokenback Mountain range within the dress circle of the original wine region: Pokolbin Parish. It is one of only a handful of guest accommodation in this historic area, as no new hotels have been allowed in the area for over 30 years.
The Hunter Valley hotel offers six studio rooms and one self-contained loft villa with breakfast included. Elfin Hill is laid-back accommodation with everything you need on hand.
Address: 250 Marrowbone Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $160 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Laid-back motel style accommodation
14. Hunter Valley Retreat
Hunter Valley Retreat is pet-friendly
While the Hunter Valley Retreat was built for conferences and events, it is still a welcoming place to stay for singles, couples and families, and very importantly - pets! The retreat specifically welcomes four-legged friends and special accommodation can be made for them.
You can go for a bushwalk up to Miracle Mountain, visit the Watagan National Park (no dogs allowed here though), or stroll over to Platypus Creek and dip your feet in the cool water while trying to spot one of these shy animals.
Address: 626 Sandy Creek Rd, Quorrobolong NSW 2325
How much per night? from $120 per night
Distance to wineries? 20min drive
Best for: Affordable pet-friendly stay
15. Tuckers Lane Boutique Accommodation
Tuckers Lane is tiny house style accommodation with luxurious spas!
Adults only are welcomed at this property of five self-contained one- or two-bedroom cabins. The architecturally-designed units at Tuckers Lane Boutique Accommodation have been fashioned from recycled shipping containers. It’s like having a tiny house out in the bush all to yourself!
Each cabin also has an outdoor spa and barbecue facilities, plus breakfast items are provided.
Address: 126 Tuckers Ln, North Rothbury NSW 2335
How much per night? from $300 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Unique tiny-house style accommodation
16. Tranquil Vale Vineyard
Misty mornings over Tranquil Vale Vineyard
A holiday at Hunter Valley is not complete without a night overlooking a working vineyard. At Tranquil Vale Vineyard, you can have an intimate stay at the couples’ loft or bring some friends for a getaway in a two-bedroom cottage.
Of course, a walk through the vines should be part of your stay and tours can be conducted in English or Spanish. Or why not try your hand at a sourdough masterclass with three options available to match your skill level.
Address: 325 Pywells Rd, Luskintyre NSW 2321
How much per night? from $200 per night
Distance to wineries? You're on one!
Best for: Views over & interaction with a working vineyard
17. Casuarina Estate
The stunning surrounds of Casuarina Estate
While the landscaped gardens and vineyards can be found elsewhere in Hunter Valley, the nine themed suites at Casuarina Estate will be like nothing you have seen elsewhere.
The French Bordello room at Casuarina Estate
The Out of Africa room at Casuarina Estate
Luxuriate in the romantic Palais Royale suite with a Marie Antoinette-style four-poster, silk-covered queen bed, enter the world of Suzy Wong with traditional hanging lanterns, silken woven carpets and walls of antique Asian prints, or pretend to be Meryl Streep in Out of Africa in a themed suite featuring cane chairs, tribal wall prints and leopard and zebra fabrics. Your only problem will be wanting to stay in them all!
Address: 1023 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $260 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Quirky, yet luxuriously-styled accommodation
18. The Convent Hunter Valley Luxury Boutique Hotel
The Convent Hunter Valley
As the name suggests, The Convent was once home to an order of nuns before it was luxuriously refurbished to accommodation with French doors and verandas that overlook the gardens and vineyards. The 19-room hotel retains many original architectural features.
A short walk away within the same grounds, you can treat yourself to a decadent seven-course chef’s tasting menu at Circa 1876 - this is one of the Hunter Valley’s iconic restaurants. You're also mere moments from the Pepper Tree cellar door.
Address: 88 Halls Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $280 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Foodies who are in the Hunter to devour top-notch nosh.
19. Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
The golf course at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
The Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort offers one, two and three-bedroom villas, three pools and two tennis courts over 300 acres.
One of the pools at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
But the main attraction is the golf course which was the reason this property was voted Australia’s best golf hotel in 2017 and 2018. The golf lover in you will delight in being welcomed by the onsite pro who will also be ready to challenge those willing to take him on.
If golf is not your thing, Oaks Cypress Lakes is still a great spot. The villas are super spacious and are fully furnished with everything you may need. It's also in a great location so it's easy to jump around wineries until your heart's content.
The villas at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
Address: 15 Thompsons Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $200 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Golfers, or big groups looking for a central hotel
A short drive from the Oaks Cypress Lakes you'll stumble across Tulloch Wines. At their wine tasting, you will be presented with six of their current releases to sample while an onsite wine-educator will answer all your questions. It's a great introduction to Hunter Valley wine tasting. Kids and non-drinkers are also well-looked after with a Junior Tasting and/or Kombucha Tasting Experience on offer.
Wine the afternoon away at Tulloch Wines
20. Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill
The individual villas at Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill
The individual self-contained villas at Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill are ideal for couples or as a base for friends and families to explore the Hunter Valley.
The pool at Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill
There is also a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool with sun lounges, playground, BBQ facilities and a games room with pool table and arcade games. Outside the property, guests will find the Hunter Valley Gardens, local restaurants and cafes are within easy strolling distance.
Address: 485 McDonalds Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
How much per night? from $150 per night
Distance to wineries? Less than 5 minutes drive
Best for: Location, location location
And of course, no matter which Hunter Valley hotel you choose to stay at, no trip to the Hunter Valley is complete without a wine tasting experience and you will be completely spoiled for choice. Read on for our top Hunter Valley wineries:
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