About Hamilton Station Hotel

Hamilton Station Hotel is a hotel and pub located at 2-6 Beaumont St, Islington NSW 2296. Newcastle's Home of Live Music and Alternative Culture. The venue has 19 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 645 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 4961 3852.

Newcastle's Home of Live Music and Alternative Culture

Located in Islington on the bustling Beaumont Street, the Hamilton Station Hotel (affectionately known as 'The Hammo') is a cornerstone of the Newcastle live music scene. It offers a gritty, welcoming atmosphere that caters to the alternative community, featuring a diverse range of live performances, classic pub dining, and budget-friendly accommodation.

What Hamilton Station Hotel offers

Restaurant

Food served

Bar

19 Gaming machines

Establishment

Events

Open now

Hamilton Station Hotel location and map

Opening times

Monday
9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Tuesday
9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Wednesday
9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Thursday
9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Friday
9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Saturday
9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Sunday
10:30 AM to 12:00 AM

Frequently asked questions about Hamilton Station Hotel

Where is Hamilton Station Hotel located?

Hamilton Station Hotel is located at 2-6 Beaumont St, Islington NSW 2296. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Islington, New South Wales.

What are the opening hours of Hamilton Station Hotel?

Hamilton Station Hotel opening hours: Monday: 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM; Thursday: 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM; Friday: 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM; Sunday: 10:30 AM to 12:00 AM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.

Does Hamilton Station Hotel have pokies?

Yes. Hamilton Station Hotel has 19 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence, ranking number 512 among NSW hotels by gaming machine numbers.

Does Hamilton Station Hotel serve food?

Yes. Hamilton Station Hotel serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.

Does Hamilton Station Hotel have a bar?

Yes. Hamilton Station Hotel holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.

What is the phone number for Hamilton Station Hotel?

You can phone Hamilton Station Hotel on (02) 4961 3852.

How is Hamilton Station Hotel rated?

Hamilton Station Hotel is rated 4 out of 5 based on 645 Google reviews.

Which venues are near Hamilton Station Hotel?

Licensed venues close to Hamilton Station Hotel include Newcastle Hotel, Gallipoli Legion Club Newcastle Limited, Sydney Junction Hotel, Wickham Park Hotel. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.

WHAT WE OFFER

Hotel Services & Facilities

Dining & Bars

The Hammo Bistro

Serving classic Australian pub favorites including schnitzels, burgers, steaks, and vegetarian options with daily lunch and dinner specials.

Main Bar

A traditional public bar offering a wide selection of local and craft beers on tap, spirits, and wines in a casual environment.

Entertainment & Leisure

Live Music Venue

A premier destination for local and touring bands, hosting genres ranging from punk and metal to indie and rock multiple nights a week.

Drag Performances and Queer Events

Regularly hosts inclusive events, including drag shows and LGBTQ+ friendly social gatherings.

Gaming Lounge

Features modern poker machine facilities and TAB wagering services for sports and racing enthusiasts.

Pool Tables

Standard billiard tables available for casual play within the main bar area.

Family Features

Family Dining

Children are welcome in the bistro area during lunch and early dinner service hours.

Kids Menu

A selection of child-friendly meals available at the bistro for younger patrons.

Functions & Events

Upstairs Function Room

A private space available for hire, suitable for birthday parties, private gatherings, and community meetings.

Band Bookings

Professional stage, lighting, and sound services available for touring acts and local band album launches.

Amenities & Services

Pub Accommodation

Offers affordable, budget-style hotel rooms located on the upper floor of the venue.

Train Station Proximity

Conveniently located directly across the road from Hamilton Railway Station for easy commuter access.

Outdoor Area

An outdoor beer garden and smoking area provided for patron comfort.

Hamilton Station Hotel reviews

5 Star Review by MsKoshe

Best place in newcastle to have a few drinks with friends. Large tables in the beer garden, live music, friendly staff and even friendlier security. Never a dull night here!

5 Star Review by Adam Stein

I love the vibe in this pub. Its my favourite pub when I visit Newcastle. An eclectic mix of patrons that gives the pub a chilled and laid back vibe. Also, bloody great food.

5 Star Review by Chelsea O'Connor

Fast and efficient service. The food truck style meals were so delicious and quick! Like an old school pub with smokers area out the back. Loved this watering hole!

4 Star Review by big fart2331

Me and the gurls (absolute qweens) went to this place and it was quite problematic. First of all, my friend who is non-human shaped head bumped into the door frame because they were ableist and didn't account for people with extremely elongated heads visiting their venue. Secondly, there was not enough POC (people of colour) inside the building and there was a lot of white people which made me and my friends feel uncomfortable. Please put more effort into making the space a more inviting venue for the marginalised communities. Third, they did not have any vegan free-range IPA offers which made my hecking valid and beautiful trans friend feel very underrepresented. Btw she is a heckin valid women so don't even try to go there. Last of all, I was happy at the amount of allies there who all were sporting their favourite rainbow hair colours and their was a lot of body positivity shown in the venue as I would say 1/2 of the people who were plus sized. That is so awesome, but we struggled to move around with the minimal room left after the 20 people at the bar blocked the entire venue. Could you please update your venue to make it more easy for us plus sized qweens to move about. Thanks.

5 Star Review by Retch

Played a gig here with my hardcore punk band. Surprisingly felt quite comfortable rubbing shoulders with the karaoke crowd in the main bar. The staff were a very good looking and poured many a tasty beverage for me and my fellow band mates, especially the bass player who drank a heap and had a fantastic night

4 Star Review by Matthew Ferguson

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5 Star Review by Rick Douglas

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4 Star Review by Brayden “Video” Porter

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5 Star Review by Christine Walters

Great atmosphere

4 Star Review by Cassandra Endean

Lots of bad karaoke and drunk people. Perfect place to end the night.