Newstead Travel Guide
Launceston
Popular places to visit
Cataract Gorge
Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Cataract Gorge, a lovely green space in Launceston. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Brisbane Street Mall
During your visit to Launceston, you can enjoy retail therapy at Brisbane Street Mall. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Penny Royal Adventures
Bring your family to Penny Royal Adventures and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and shops in this walkable area.
City Park
City Park is just one of the places to see in Launceston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful waterfalls and shops in this walkable area.
Royal Park
After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Top hotels in Newstead
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Very clean, great staff spacious room and very convenient location.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
The staff were fabulous, the room was great and very quiet.The location was perfect for our stay also.Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Loved the room size and layout. Fabulous glass wall. Great shower. Really friendly reception.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Country Club Tasmania
For the price the King Bed room was good. We wouldn’t rate it more than that, although the staff were outstanding for check-in. Food options were okay for one night: we wouldn’t stay longer: convenient location just south of Launceston. We much prefer the Wrest Point Casino, in all regards. We rate ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Lovely staff.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newstead
East Launceston
Restaurants and gardens are notable features of East Launceston. You might consider stopping by Launceston Aquatic Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
South Launceston
If you're spending time in South Launceston, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre or Brisbane Street Mall.
Launceston CBD
Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Launceston Aquatic Centre and Boags Brewery while in the area.
Norwood
When in Norwood, you can plan a visit to Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Launceston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in West Launceston. You might want to make time for a stop at Cataract Gorge or Cataract Gorge Reserve.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
