Crystalbrook Kingsley Newcastle - Luxury Rooms and Exceptional Dining

Crystalbrook Kingsley Newcastle - Reasons to Stay

For those planning a Newcastle escape, Crystalbrook Kingsley offers a stylish base in the centre of the city, just moments from Newcastle’s beaches, harbour foreshore, restaurants and cultural precinct.

Housed within Newcastle’s striking former Council Administration Centre, the luxury hotel combines heritage architecture with contemporary interiors and sweeping views across the city and coastline. The property features sophisticated rooms and suites, rooftop dining, cocktail bars and a strong focus on sustainability and local produce.

One of the highlights of the hotel is rooftop restaurant Roundhouse, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame spectacular harbour and ocean views while guests enjoy modern Australian cuisine inspired by the Hunter region. Beside it, Romberg’s rooftop bar has become one of Newcastle’s most popular spots for cocktails, local wines and sunset drinks overlooking the city skyline.

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Crystalbrook Kingsley Newcastle - Dining

Meanwhile, Ms Mary on the ground floor offers a more relaxed experience, perfect for coffee, casual lunches or evening drinks after exploring Newcastle’s beaches, galleries and waterfront.

Newcastle’s food scene continues to flourish, and Crystalbrook Kingsley is leading the way with the appointment of highly respected chef Joey Ingram as Executive Chef.

Located in the heart of Newcastle, Crystalbrook Kingsley has quickly become one of the city’s standout luxury stays, known for its stylish interiors, rooftop dining and strong connection to local food and produce. The appointment of Ingram signals an exciting new direction for the hotel’s restaurants including Roundhouse, Romberg’s and Ms Mary.

With an impressive culinary background that includes Sydney institution Tetsuya’s and the hatted Margan Restaurant in the Hunter Valley, Ingram brings a produce-led approach inspired by the landscapes and flavours of the region. At Roundhouse, diners can expect a celebration of coastal Australian cuisine with dishes highlighting fresh seafood and seasonal Hunter produce.

Some of the new menu highlights include Goldband snapper with smoked mussel butter and coastal greens, an open lasagne of tiger prawns and scallop with shellfish bisque, and local mushroom fricassee with buckwheat and cavolo nero.

For travellers exploring Newcastle and the Hunter region, Crystalbrook Kingsley offers more than just accommodation. From sunset cocktails and dinner at rooftop restaurant Roundhouse to relaxed dining at Romberg’s and Ms Mary, the hotel is becoming a true culinary destination in its own right.

The timing also aligns with the growing recognition of Newcastle as one of regional NSW’s emerging food destinations, with Crystalbrook Kingsley continuing to play a key role in showcasing local chefs, producers and hospitality talent.