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The Albion Hotel
- +61249622411
- 72 Hannell Street, Wickham, New South Wales 2293, Australia
Published:
June 29, 2024
About The Albion Hotel
Humble pub offering live entertainment, plus low-key rooms with shared bathrooms & free breakfast. Off the Pacific Highway, this down-to-earth pub with modest rooms is 3 km from the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and 4 km from Nobbys Beach. Low-key rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and shared bathrooms. Free continental breakfast is served in an upstairs room with views of the Hunter River. There's also a restaurant and a pub offering craft beers and regular live entertainment.
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The Albion Hotel Reviews
We stayed in an Airbnb close to the Albion and were grateful that we stopped in for a quiet beer. Great atmosphere with the fire place and open plan. Staff were happy for a chat and helpful regarding local sights and directions. There was a solo guitarist playing on the Friday which helped set a relaxing mood. Happy with the food choices and generous helpings. Saturday saw some sporting teams coming back for a post game beer with the families which also added to a friendly atmosphere. It looks to be recently renovated but I didn't ask. All in all, not a bad place for a quiet afternoon session or a good old fashioned pub meal.
- Bridgette Turvey
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Went to the Albion tonight for dinner because they sponsor the sports competition at Urban Rec and our team won a $100 voucher for being ‘Most Fun’ team.
When we tried to order dinner the Duty Manager ‘Jerry’ or ‘Gerry’ (can’t confirm spelling but he was small, bald and irrationally furious) yelled at us saying people had been photocopying the voucher and that we weren’t allowed to use it. He was weirdly aggressive and it was all in all a pretty horrible experience. It would also be unusual for a group of 8 people to try and scam one of Newcastle’s least desirable venues just to save $12.50 each but he was adamant.
Gerry/Jerry didn’t let us use the voucher so on principle I didn’t order any food so I can’t review the cuisine although I did see the ‘mega schnitzel’ and it was pretty normal sized.
Have no intentions of going back to the Albion again. Jerry/Gerry is definitely not the Most Fun and should get his blood pressure checked, the guy was red as.
- Just saying.
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Went in for lunch with mates. Had a great snitty and a couple of beers. Zero complaints.
- Renae F
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Went for Melbourne cup and while menu wasn’t as advertised I couldn’t fault menu or service. ||Service was 5 star. ||Food was awesome!||I can’t stop talking about the friendly service though. Service wins every time for me.||Would 100% go again without fail.
- Angela Price
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
We just checked into this hotel . We paid 2400 for two queen rooms for three nights. We have been given one queen room and one broom closet double bed room. The guy at reception said its not his problem he doesn't own the place. My partner kept asking for another rooas we had paid a couple of thousand dollars for this accommodation. He was quiet dismissive and offered to take a queen bed from another room and put it in the small space we have.
There is not even a sink in the room
- Chris M
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
We desperately needed a room for the night on our way to Sydney. I chose this hotel as I got a great deal on booking .com and it looked like the rooms were nice. The rooms were excellent. Obviously newly renovated. Huge king bed, brand new carpets , clean, warm and black out curtains. Everything except a bathroom! My mistake…. I didn’t realise this was a traditional ‘hotel’…. Rooms above a pub. Despite this there was no noise at all and the bartender took us through the drunk karaoke singers (it was midnight on a sat night) and up to our room. Free car park attached to hotel. Perfect for our needs
- linda r
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Visit for the 2nd time to the updated restaurant was disappointing. 1st meal- the pork medallions was amazing. Juicy, well cooked meat, just was tasty and right consistency, chat potatoes were freshly cooked and crisp on the outside. I thought I’d order the same again. Pork was dry and overcooked, just was gluggy, potatoes were reheated. Salad was placed all over the top to cover up the mess underneath. It was edible but just.
- Peter Egan-Lee
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Very, very nice hotel. Good areas for seating for the purpose of your visit.
The gaming area has been revamped beautifully, and I was treated to hot snacks whilst nuts and such are always available. Have not dined there. The talk is good.
- Watson Pike
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
This is a pub I'd heard of in my youth but never been to. Whatever it was like all that time ago it's currently a great local. Great bistro and seafood raffles. The staff and publican are friendly and professional. I highly recommend it.
- Cassandra Cox
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
The website makes no mention of the fact the bathrooms are communal. The venue closes at 10pm, and then you are locked out. There is a phone number you can call to gain entry, however it is not mentioned on the website that there is a curfew. We had to wait 20-25 minutes for someone to show up and let us in to our room. If I had been advised of these details I'd have booked elsewhere given it was a long weekend, and grand final weekend, plus the knights girls won. We didn't want to be tucked up in bed by 10pm after having travelled all the way from Adelaide. The car park was appalling. If you drive anything bigger than a station wagon goodluck getting in to the parking spots.
- Aimee
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
Despite their advertising and SEO ranking, they are not wheelchair accessible. The doors are not wide enough and the ramp is not accessible. Im hoping after the renovation they become more aware of wheelchair needs considering they have a good local reputation.
- Netty
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Netty. Was. Here. My home town local. Under new licensee! I Was really keen to hook into some fresh oysters! Seafood Sunday special is $2 oysters (any kind) and $20 buckets of prawns ALL DAY.
Not massive oysters but fair sized for the price. All were fresh as fresh can get!
What really impresses me is the $15 mid week lunch specials. With your choice of sauce and sides it’s still $15; massive snittys and steaks cooked to perfection. Great for the budget!
New members club app so you can get discounts on drinks via a scratch and win.
- Ben Graham
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
[Mar 23] Tried them again tonight and the menu doesn't match what you actually get.
Photo attached is of a sauce that cose $3, and it's so small.
[Jun 22] Last wednesday (trivia night) my Girlfriend and I ordered a schnitzel each. When they came out they had been cut in half! So they were half the size that others at our table had received. The veggie sides were also much smaller than normal.
I've never had that done to me before. The bar staff was surprised but wasn't able to do anything about it because they had run out of schnitzels.
This used to be a really good place, but the new owners are more interested in cutting corners and alienating their customer base.
- Paul-Thomas Clarke
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
I was looking for a cost effective place to stay for 1 night. After arriving the gentlemen at the bar was very helpful, my room was very clean and my bed was very comfortable.
I stayed for lunch and dinner, both were amazing. You get noise as you would expect from any bar, that comes with the Territory.
- Tim Godwin - Music
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
It's 4am and music is still blasting in my room from the bar. Writing this review then packing my bag and leaving. What a joke of bar with accommodation. No respect for their guests. 2 nights of no sleep. No towls for the 1st night either. DO NOT STAY HERE!
- Matt Turner
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
I made the mistake of booking a motel, rocked up to notice i made the booking on the wrong dates. Fortunately the Albion hotel was able to help out after 9 with 2 rooms. The rooms were very clean everything is new and the beds were the best ive slept on out of the whole holiday. Great bathrooms and the staff were very friendly and catered to our every need
- Andrew T
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
I am delighted to share my experience of the exceptional customer service, enjoyable gaming, and excellent food at this hidden gem in Newcastle. With its convenient car parking available at the back, this local pub is truly a well-kept secret that both residents and visitors should not miss.
The level of customer service provided at this establishment is truly outstanding. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels welcomed and well taken care of. Their attentiveness and professionalism are commendable, making it a pleasure to dine and relax in this establishment.
For gaming enthusiasts, this pub offers a fantastic experience. Whether you are a casual gamer or a dedicated enthusiast, you will find a wide range of exciting gaming options to enjoy. The quality of the gaming facilities is top-notch, providing hours of entertainment and enjoyment.
Additionally, the food served at this pub is nothing short of good. The menu offers a diverse selection of nice dishes, prepared with great attention to detail and using high-quality ingredients. From appetizers to main courses and desserts.
If you are a local resident or simply visiting the area, I highly recommend this pub as the best local establishment in Newcastle. Its combination of exceptional customer service, enjoyable gaming, and delectable food sets it apart from the rest. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this hidden gem for yourself.
- George Lewandowski
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Greeted by friendly staff who treated us really special as we were their only guests for the 3 nights. Room was pristine and clean. The bathroom was clean but it was a little sqeezey. The Bistro served great food. Not a big menu but the Specials board had great meals. One complaint was the TV is small and mounted too high up the wall. We got cricked necks and the picture was tinged red due to the acute angle so watching was not clear. But it was a handy location to light rail, great cafes. Access to the city and ferry was easy. We only drove the car on the last day as we went to Port Stephens. A real Hoot on Origin night!
- Timothy Hill
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Great service, deluxe bed and clean room. Extensive bottle shop. Perfect location. Pack your flip flops for old school male and female communal bathrooms. 5 Stars.
- Ray Y
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Good place to hang. Food is great with big portions.
- En Win
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Fortunate to have stumbled across this hotel while on an overnight stay. Great pub atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent food. Even better, we arrived just into happy hour and left more than a little happy…This is yet another great little place that makes Newcastle worth visiting.
- OBZ - Online Business Zone
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
For the price of $145 for the night I wouldn't recommend it. Place is quite noisy and the rooms weren't very clean. Shared Bathroom was quite disgusting to be honest. We informed the staff when we arrived that the bathrooms had rubbish and wet used towels on floor, we came back from our night out to find nothing had been done to clean the shared amenities. We both refused to have a shower here because of this. I have added photos. Have stayed in better pub hotels within the area.
- Jessica Le Good
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Dropped in for a drink, sat outside by the roadside. Understandably it's very loud, all tables were wobbly. Inside a little dark, good for a local quiet one. Wine list a nice surprise
- OnAir56256284223
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Don't be fooled by the photos. The Hotel rooms have been completely renovated & just opened. Brand new king size beds. Big TV air-conditioning and ceiling fans. Clean. Good feed downstairs, close to the station. Parking outside. Highly recommended.
- Travel Jen
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Delicious cheap pub meal. $25 fillet steak and veg/chips salad on Tuesdays. Music trivia night on at same time which was entertaining, participation optional.
- D and R McCaffrey
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Called in for lunch while getting new tyres on 4wheel drive.
- Steven Lowry
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Be prepared for noise and if you choose to stay at The Albion.
You will be subjected to music from the bar below contrary to previous reviews and the manager didn't really care when I explained the music was loud in the roms above at 11pm on a Wednesday night, you will also be woken by doors banging during the night as other guest use the shared toilets and then there are the trucks going past every 5 to 10 minutes! Previous reviews are correct and the rooms have been renovated but are very basic and for the price lack basic features.
- Sandra Kerr
5 Fri 2024 at 11.56 pm
Beautiful fresh pub food.
- Peter F