Yep, that’s right.
You can get the BEST Beer Quality in Australia, right here in Shortland.
Welcome to The Shorty, where everyone is part of the family!
Award-winning beer, unparalleled service and a team guaranteed to make you smile! From punters to party goers, escape the hustle & bustle of the inner Newcastle City! We cater to all walks of life.
Whether you’re interested in live music or a quiet corner for a cocktail, we have a variety of spaces to enjoy drinks with friends.
Watch the races live on Sky Channel & enjoy the facilities of the refurbished TAB & revamped beer garden. The latest footy, sports & events can be viewed with our new 5metre screen Foxtel displayed in our Main Bar.
The Shortland Hotel Bistro is undoubtedly one of Newcastle’s best pub grub venues. With a newly renovated kids play area, the Shorty's bistro offers a great family dining experience. With our Head Chef’s signature meals, our daily specials & the cheap eats lunch menu we are sure there are items to satisfy all taste buds. Open 7 days a week for lunch & dinner, bookings are recommended.
Newly Renovated!
If you have driven past, you’ll notice our bottle shop and beer garden! If it’s been a while since you’ve come to The Shorty, come and check out our new space and see the changes for yourself.
With a 'country pub' feel and a large space, The Shorty caters for everyone. Whether you want a quiet beer and game of pool with your mates or a family outing we have it all.
Award winning quality!
In 2023, our industry body awarded us with Australia’s Best Draught Beer Quality. After receiving the winning NSW’s Best Draught Beer Quality in 2019 and 2022, the cleanliness and taste of all our tap beer is officially recognised as the best across the nation. Our Bottlemart was also named finalist in NSW’s Best Bottleshop category too.
In 2018, we were nominated in 6 categories in the AHA NSW Awards. We were lucky enough to walk away as the winners with the the state’s Best Cheap Eat Under $15.
With our strong focus on excellence, consistency and innovation, we’re committed to our award-winning standards.
50 years strong in the heart of Shortland, Nick took over management of the Shortland Hotel in mid-2014, including the bottleshop, bar and bistro.
The Shorty Hotel is a suburban hotel located about a 15 minute drive from the Newcastle CBD and only a short walk to the University of Newcastle
