Business Details
Your Authentic Irish Pub in Hamilton, Newcastle NSW
Northern Star Hotel is your authentic Irish pub in the heart of Hamilton, Newcastle, NSW. As a family-owned and operated establishment, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional food, beverages, accommodation, and entertainment. Our bar offers a comfortable atmosphere, complemented by a restaurant serving traditional and modern dishes, including gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. The beer garden provides an alfresco dining experience, while our Bottleshop offers a curated selection of beers, wines, and spirits.With 15 newly refurbished rooms, we provide stylish accommodation ideal for various occasions. Our events team specializes in creating memorable experiences, from family gatherings to corporate functions. We maintain regular trading hours, with extended availability for our Bottleshop. Our commitment to quality is evident in our extensive beverage menu, featuring over 20 beers on tap and a diverse whiskey collection. We welcome bookings for meals and events, ensuring personalized service for every guest.
Services
Restaurant
Accommodation
Live Music
Bottle Shop
Events
Bar Service
Beer Garden
Room Booking
Highlights and features
- We offer a family-friendly atmosphere with traditional Irish hospitality
- Our menu combines Irish classics with modern Australian cuisine
- We provide stylish accommodation in the heart of Newcastle's entertainment precinct
- Our Bottleshop offers extended trading hours for convenience
- We host live music events featuring diverse performers
Services
Restaurant
Our restaurant serves traditional Irish and modern Australian cuisine daily. The menu features classics like Beef and Guinness pie alongside contemporary dishes, with gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available. Bookings are recommended for lunch and dinner services.
Accommodation
We offer 15 newly refurbished boutique rooms in Hamilton, NSW. Located minutes from Newcastle's entertainment precinct, our rooms cater to romantic getaways, business stays, and sports events. Each room combines comfort with modern amenities for a premium experience.
Live Music
Experience live performances from solo artists, bands, and traditional Irish folk acts. Our music program features diverse genres including rock, funk, and acoustic sets. The schedule includes regular gigs in our main venue and beer garden spaces.
Bottle Shop
Our licensed Bottleshop stocks premium beers, wines, spirits, and mixers. Open extended hours Monday-Thursday until midnight, with reduced weekend trading. Part of the Super Cellars group, we offer competitive pricing on standard and craft beverages.
Events
Host weddings, corporate events, or private parties in our dedicated function spaces. Our team provides tailored packages including catering, beverage service, and entertainment coordination. The venue accommodates various group sizes with flexible room configurations.
Questions
What are your restaurant opening hours?
Monday 11:30am-2pm & 5:30pm-8pm. Tuesday-Thursday 11:30am-2pm & 5:30pm-8pm. Friday 11:30am-2pm & 5:30pm-8:30pm. Saturday 11:30am-2pm & 5:30pm-8:30pm. Sunday 11:30am-2pm.
Do you offer accommodation bookings?
Yes, we have 15 newly refurbished rooms available for nightly stays. Rooms can be booked directly through our website or by contacting the hotel directly.
What beverage options are available?
We serve over 20 beers on tap, extensive whiskey collection (Irish, Scotch, American, Japanese), wines, spirits, cocktails, and have a licensed Bottleshop with takeaway options.
Can I host events at Northern Star Hotel?
Yes, we cater for family events, corporate functions, and private parties. Our venue includes dedicated spaces with capacity limits, with full catering and beverage service available.
Is there live music entertainment?
Yes, we feature regular live performances from solo artists, duos, bands, and traditional Irish folk acts. Check our website for upcoming gig schedules.
What are your Bottleshop trading hours?
Monday-Thursday 10am-midnight. Friday 10am-10pm. Saturday 10am-10pm. Sunday 10am-11pm.
Reviews (5)
Sideshow Mag
Jan 24, 2022
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Awesome place, i watched John O'Reilly play here a few months back and wow, was expressed, drinks were fairly priced and i even became friends with the staff, great place
Dayanna Suarez
Jan 09, 2022
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Amazing service at the accommodation, nice room, I really recommend it, so clean and fresh. The staff are so kind. I asked for the fireworks on NY'S eve and they searched for me. Love it
Richo
Oct 11, 2021
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If you like eating with the stench of cigarettes then this is the place for you ! Dinning room with an open door into the smoking area doesnt make for a pleasant meal. The post lock down menu isnt very inspiring, food was average, diane sauce was inedible.
Giverny Burke
Jun 27, 2021
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Great pub that's open til the late hours of the night. The $7 pints is always a great time. Lovely staff, haven't had any food here though.
Grant Emery
May 27, 2021
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Awesome pub meals and $6 pints of Guinness all day every day, seriously good pub!! Meals were amazing, really cool historic bar too, great woodwork...
