Thornton
Maitland
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
Maitland Showground
Enjoy an outing to Maitland Showground during your stay in Maitland.
Walka Water Works
Explore the great outdoors at Walka Water Works, a lovely green space in Maitland.
Mindaribba Weddings
You can take time to visit Mindaribba Weddings during your travels to Maitland.
Thornton Hotel Deals
Thornton Executive Hotel
Great clean, last minute booking. They have a late check at menu for additional cost, that we took advantage of. Tidy basic room with fridge, microwave and kettle amenities.
Reviewed on 21 December 2025
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Really like this place. Rooms small but efficient, hotel well located near waterfront walking paths.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
we had an 80th birthday get together with all the family. the children especially loved the waterpark, movie night and pool.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
The Executive Inn
All excellent. Except for the breakfast I think it is expensive but there is no many option around the hotel l so we have to choose this one.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Rydges Newcastle
Excellent all round.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Handy spot. Room was clean and bright. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around Thornton
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.
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.
Metford
Though Metford might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maitland Gaol and Maitland Showground.
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.
East Maitland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of East Maitland. Make a stop by Maitland Gaol or Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Metford Station to get around town.
Morpeth
Morpeth is well-liked for its restaurants and historic sites. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Showground are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Thornton
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top Maitland neighborhoods
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- Lake Macquarie
- Hunter Valley Gardens
- Newcastle Beach
- John Hunter Hospital
- University of Newcastle
- Roche Estate
- Merewether Beach
- Nobbys Head Beach
- Bimbadgen Estate
- Westfield Kotara
- Newcastle Civic Theater
- The Vintage Golf Club
- Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
- Foreshore Park
- Blacksmiths Beach
- Newcastle Showground
- Newcastle International Sports Centre
- Newcastle Ocean Baths
- Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue
- NEX
- Newcastle City Hall
- Brokenwood Wines
- Stockton Sand Dunes
- Hope Estate
- Stockton Beach
- Hunter Valley Golf Club
- Charlestown Square
- Horseshoe Beach
- Dudley Beach
- PepperTree Wines
- Blackbutt Reserve
- Merewether Ocean Baths
