DINE, DRINK, DANCE

Welcome to the exchange hotel

Since its doors first opened in 1880, The Exchange Hotel has been one of Newcastle’s most celebrated historic pubs. Featuring 145 years of live music, live sport every day and activities 7 nights a week, The Exchange is the longstanding local of the Hamilton community.

 

Now, The Exchange Hotel is your home away from home if you’re looking for somewhere to watch your favourite sport, enjoy delicious pub food, great cocktails, and live music and DJs til 3am on the weekend

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Dancing Through The Decades

Four weeks. Four decades. Four epic parties.

February is set to go off as we dance through the decades, celebrating the best of the 80s, 90s, 2000s and 2010s with a huge party every Saturday!

With DJs from 6pm, live bands from 9pm, two levels of music till late and no lockout, this is your sign to lock in your Saturdays. Get in early with $10 cocktails from 2–6pm, dance all night, and enjoy free entry every week.

EAT AND DRINK AT SBCC

Bistro

Lunch, dinner and cocktails upstairs - all with ocean views and a sun-kissed breeze.

Whats on

From morning coffee to lunch by the water. Easy, breezy, all-day dining.

Weekends

Traditional Greek cuisine, designed for sharing and made for connection.

Live Music

Wood-fired and made to share, the perfect grab-and-go for your seaside plans.

BIRTHDAY COMING UP?

Our favourite thing to do is celebrate, so we love when you celebrate your special day with us.

Gather up 10 friends and head in to celebrate your birthday with us and we’ll reward you with a $50 birthday voucher.

Sign up below and we’ll send you a reminder when it’s almost your birthday.

*visit must be in your birthday month, ID will be checked on arrival.

Shoal Bay, Your way

Functions

Beachside accommodation for coastal getaways.

Food Specials

Live music, long weekends, local moments – there’s always something on at SBCC.

Membership

Stunning views, effortless charm – your Shoal Bay wedding starts here.

Join the team

At The Exchange, Hospitality isn’t just a job – it’s a lifestyle, We work hard, Move fast, and deliver exceptional experiences every day.

Stories

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History of The Exchange

Take a brief look into our 145 years of good times.

2026 Memberships Now Available

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