Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

4.0 star property

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Property entrance
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Aerial view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale, NSW, 2325
  • Hunter Valley Golf Club
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Roche Estate
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hunter Valley Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Villa, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 123 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Villa, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 123 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Executive Villa, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Classic Villa, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite (Jet Bath)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lovedale

Located in Lovedale, Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is in a rural location, a 2-minute drive from Hunter Valley Golf Club and 5 minutes from Hunter Valley Wildlife Park. .This family-friendly hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Hope Estate and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Roche Estate.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Roche Estate - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Hope Estate - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 9 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Branxton Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Brickworks Brasserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harrigan's Hunter Valley - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Potters Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brokenwood Wines - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Dessert Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley offers 414 accommodations with minibars and safes. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy the facilities at the waterpark with waterslides. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 414 guestrooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite at Redsalt Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Lovedale? This hotel has 12594 square feet (1170 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 15 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Redsalt Restaurant - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Lovedale Bar + Brill - Overlooking the pool, this bistro serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Vista Lounge - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Lovedale Cafe - Overlooking the garden, this café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 45 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lovedale Bar + Brill
  • Lovedale Cafe
  • Redsalt Restaurant
  • Vista Lounge

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Free water park
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (12,594 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Prenatal massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift (95 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (80 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 65.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 45 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 65.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property will place an authorization for full payment at time of check-in for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Crowne Plaza Hunter
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Hotel
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Hotel Lovedale
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Lovedale
Hunter Crowne Plaza
Hunter Valley Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Hotel Lovedale
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Greater Newcastle/Lovedale
Crowne Plaza Lovedale

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't appreciate being woken at 6.50 in the morning by a lawnmower trimming the greens. Surely this can be done late afternoon. He even had lights on the mower. Also It would have been appropriate if the receptionist who received us had asked us if we needed assistance taking our bags up the stairs to the villa, considering we are aged 75 and 80.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay and the evening meal in the bistro was good and the breakfast had an enormous amount of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny, Seven Hills

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great for midweek getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Per

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities available were excellent Good value for money Breakfast buffet was exceptional All staff were VERY friendly and helpful - it was great to see them ALL (Managers and Team Leaders included) pitching in to help each other
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the perfect break we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were visiting from the USA and had rented a car to travel from Sydney and then went to Blue Mountains afterward. The kids thoroughly loved the pool area and could have stayed there all day. We all loved to see a kangaroo on the property in the evening. The room was great and I enjoyed the gym. The breakfast buffet was a little expensive but great quality. I'd highly recommend this to families and others.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here a few times and it never disappoints. Swimming in the adults only pool was wonderful. Check-in was courteous as was check-out (some of the other punters were not as kind to the staff as they could have been). Breakfasts were very good. The downstairs bar supplies generous servings of 'snack' food. Very comfortable bed. I'm coming back in a couple of months.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I normally stay away from hotel rooms because of the noise. I am a light sleeper and people coming and going all night makes for a miserable experience. However… I was in the main part of the hotel, and I can honestly say I didn’t hear a single thing until 845 in the morning. I managed to sleep which is the highest recommendation I can give. Fresh rooms, and no weird air freshener smells. Staff were very helpful and let us check in at 2pm so we could make it to our 3pm wedding. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how you had the choice of 2 restaurants, 2 swimming pools the day spa gym and golf all at the one place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Business traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

CAO CUONG

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was only a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and quite large
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic news experience for a wedding nearby! Lovely breakfast & outstanding service by Jess at reception!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect family break

fantastic break. the villa was incredibly clean and spacious. the check in team and concierge were so helpful. the facilities are perfect for a family holiday. and best of all the service was next level. highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty blinds, a full length mirror would have been great, more suitable towel hanging option in bathroom. Full length window in bathroom lacked privacy. Pineapple juice at breakfast would be a great option.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Room was very clean and quiet. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025