Where To Stay In Sydney For Tourists

 

Sydney is known to have many sights that would certainly offer a wide range of accommodation to fit all styles of travellers. Hotels in Sydney involve boutique-style hotels, family-friendly condos, 5-star resorts, and all in between. Whether you are a first time visitor or want to find a hotel that is perfect for shopping and nightlife, this is the guide for you. This guide gives you the cheapest hotels to stay at, luxurious hotels to stay in if you can afford to splurge on luxury, and areas to avoid or be aware of, in addition to my tips on how to spend 2 days in Sydney or cool weekend getaways from Sydney.

 

Sydney Suburbs & Neighbourhoods

Sydney like many major cities is made up of several neighbourhoods or suburbs. Below are some of the neighbourhoods in Sydney to give you a guide to the best areas to stay in Sydney for tourists, those looking for quiet areas, where to stay in Sydney with family or kids. I, of course, chose to stay fairly central in Sydney in the CBD. I could walk to most tourist attractions from my Meriton apartment in Sydney. For a full list of hotels in Sydney click here.

 

 

• Sydney CBS and Inner Suburbs

Sydney CBD is the main business district in Sydney and in turn surrounded by inner neighbourhoods of  Woolloomooloo, Potts Point, Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Pyrmont, Ultimo, Millers Point and the Rocks. The majority of tourists visiting Sydney will stay in CBD and inner neighbourhoods because this is where you will find many of the important and cultural tourism hubs. This is where Circular Quay, Chinatown, Kingscross, and tourist attractions like Sydney Opera House, Hyde Park, the main shopping malls like Westfield and Pitt Street Mall are located, in addition to Sydney Tower. 

Another well-known suburb is Waterloo and Paddington. Paddington is well known for its restored terraced houses and the weekly Oxford Street markets.

 

• Eastern Suburbs

This is among the most affluent areas of Sydney and in the country! Some streets in the Eastern suburbs are among the most expensive in the world. So if you have a budget with no limits, you may want to consider places to stay in this area. BUT, this is also where you will find landmarks like Bondi Beach, Bondi Junction –  a Westfield shopping centre. 

 

 

 

• Southern Sydney

This includes suburbs like Rockdale, George River, Sutherland and Kurnell Peninsula and where you will find the Royal National Park, Australia’s oldest national park. There is also a Hurstville, a large suburb with a multitude of commercial buildings and high-rise residential buildings dominating the skyline, has become a CBD for the southern suburbs.

 

• Northern Suburbs

There are several landmarks within the Northern suburbs offering reasons to stay here. The Macquarie University, Gladesville Bridge, Ryde Bridge, Macquarie Centre and Curzon Hall in Marsfield. Northern Suburbs’ is not a clearly defined region, ‘Northern Suburbs’ may also include the suburbs in the Upper North Shore, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches.  The Northern Beaches area includes Manly, one of Sydney’s most popular holiday destinations for much of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The region also features Sydney Heads, a series of headlands which form the 2 km (1.2 mi) wide entrance to Sydney Harbour. The Northern Beaches area extends south to the entrance of Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour), west to Middle Harbour and north to the entrance of Broken Bay. The 2011 Australian census found the Northern Beaches to be the most white and mono-ethnic district in Australia, contrasting with its more-diverse neighbours, the North Shore and the Central Coast. If you want beaches, this is an area you want to look to stay near.

 

 

• Hills District

The region is so named for its characteristically comparatively hilly topography as the Cumberland Plain lifts up, joining the Hornsby Plateau. In addition, several of its suburbs also have “Hill” or “Hills” in their names, such as Baulkham Hills, Castle Hill, Seven Hills, Pendle Hill, Beaumont Hills, and Winston Hills, among others. Windsor and Old Windsor Roads are historic roads in Australia, as they are the second and third roads, respectively, laid in the colony.

 

• Western Suburbs

This is the sixth-largest district in Australia.  The population here is predominantly of a working class background, with major employment in the heavy industries and vocational trade. There several reasons why tourists might want to stay in the suburbs within the Western side of Sydney. This is where you will find Ragin Waters water park, Sydney Olympic Park, Central Nature Reserve, Featherdale Wildlife Park, Australian Zoo and Westfield Paramatta, which is Australia’s busiest Westfield shopping centre with a staggering 30 million visitors a year. 

 

 

Cheapest Places To Stay In Sydney

Looking for where to stay in Sydney on a budget?  Below are a few suggestions.

 

Manor Boutique Hotel Sydney

Location: 86 Flinders Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

What it is close to:

Manor Boutique Hotel Darlinghurst nearby Surry Hills provides over 50 eating and drinking choices within a 10-minute stroll, all of good quality and the hotel is just a 15-minute walk from the CBD. Darling Harbour has a lot of offers and can be reached within 20 minutes. The hotel is approximately 1.5-2 km from Sydney Cricket Ground, Allianz Stadium, Opera House. Sydney International Airport is about a 20 minutes drive from the hotel.

 

What it has available:

Manor House Boutique Hotel, which offers quality accommodation and excellent service, will make you feel right at home when you visit Sydney. Badger and Fox Studio, Artifact Gallery, Bodyline Spa and Sauna are also within easy reach. Each effort is made at the Manor House Boutique Hotel to make guests feel relaxed. The hotel offers the best of facilities and luxury to do so.

There is free WiFi in all suites, regular housekeeping, baggage storage, WiFi in public areas, breakfast and car park. There are 17 rooms for visitors to choose from, all of which radiate an aura of complete peace and freedom. The leisure facilities of the hotel were built for escape and relaxing, including a golf course which is 3 km away from the hotel. You will experience an entertaining combination of professional service at Manor House Boutique Hotel.

 

 

Shakespeare Hotel Surry Hills

Location: 200 Devonshire St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

 

What it is close to:

Located at the heart of Surry Hills, the Shakespeare Hotel has a great nightlife, dining and is a popular shopping location. There are cuisine and cafes that are a few hundreds of metres away from the hotel. It is also close to cultural attractions such as Belvoir St Theater, Ray Hughes Gallery, and Brett Whiteley Studio. Sydney International Airport is about a 15 minutes drive from the hotel.

 

What it has available:

The Shakespeare Hotel is a pleasant budget accommodation that offers guests a great option with an exciting and original style. The Shakespeare Hotel is known for its on-site bar, a true classic in Sydney mostly filled with residents visiting to drink cold beer and restaurant meals. The guest rooms are decorated with antique wardrobes, lamps, chairs, pristine bedspreads, wealthy wallpaper, and paintings of the classic style. The property offers modern conveniences, such as air conditioning, flatscreen TVs and WiFi access, despite the style being all vintage.

 

 

Cremorne Point Manor

Location: 6 Cremorne Rd, Cremorne Point NSW 2090

What it is close to:

The Cremorne Point Manor is a 9-minute drive to Sydney Opera House, a 9-minute drive to the Taronga Zoo and a 10-minute drive to Luna Park. Cremorne Point Manor is located in the historic district along with the Sydney Opera House and the Art Gallery of New South Wales, which are cultural highlights. Some of the notable landmarks in the area include the Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Tower. Sydney International Airport is about a 28 minutes drive from the hotel.

 

What it has available:

This bed & breakfast hotel offers conference space, laundry facilities as well as tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free of charge in public areas. There is also a garden and a safe at the front desk. All 29 rooms offer amenities such as refrigerators and coffee machines, along with free WiFi and plasma TVs. Free local calls, complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans are also available to visitors. Keep in mind that there is minimal housekeeping. In the guest rooms, there are plasma televisions. Housekeeping, as mentioned, is provided on a limited basis, but it is possible to request an iron/ironing board.

 

 

Mid-rang To Luxury Places To Stay In Sydney

The Darling at The Star

Location: 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009

 

What it is close to:

The Darling at the Star is situated in the business district in the Darling Harbor community of Pyrmont, a location of excellent shopping. Capitol Theatre and Sydney Opera House are cultural landmarks, and at Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal, you will encounter some of the events of the city. You should not also skip the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park! The guests love returning to this hotel because of its fantastic location. Sydney International Airport is about a 20 minutes drive from the hotel.

 

What it has available:

The Darling hotel’s popular amenities include pool, free WiFi, air conditioning, spa, restaurant, gym, breakfast, business services, parking, bar, laundry, room service, housekeeping and 24/7 front desk. For food and drinks, there is a buffet breakfast available from 7 AM–10:30 AM at a daily fee of AUD 22.5 per person. There are also nine restaurants and three coffee shops, seven bars/lounges and 24-hour room service. The most popular things to do inside and around the hotel are going to a fitness centre, relax at a full-service spa, go to a Nightclub, go swimming in the outdoor pool and shopping. The hotel offers from rooms to suites to penthouses.

 

 

Meriton Suites World Tower

Location: 95 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW 2000

 

What it is close to:

Meriton Suites World Tower hotel is 0.5km away from the QVB and 0.7km away from Pitt Street Mall, which is perfect for those who want to be shopping away during their stay. Staying at this hotel provides an excellent convenience to many places around the city since it is located at the heart of the Sydney CBD. Many restaurants and cafes are less than an 8 minutes walk away from the hotel, and you can ask the reception or search online for recommendations. Sydney International Airport is about a 20 minutes drive from the hotel.

What it has available:

Meriton Suites World Tower hotel is great for sightseeing and is located close to shopping areas. There are a pool and fitness centre available as well as room amenities such as a kitchen/kitchenette, bathroom, working desk, flatscreen TV, dining area, and many more. The hotel also has available two-bedroom and three-bedroom suites with breathtaking views of Sydney and its landmarks as well as complimentary WiFi, 24-hour reception, sky pool and sauna.

 

 

Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour

Location: 61 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000

 

What it is close to:

Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour is a 10-minute walk from Rocks District and Sydney Opera House and a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay Station. Sydney International Airport is a 30-minute drive from the hotel.

 

What it has available:

With views of the scenic Royal Botanical Gardens or the vibrant Sydney Harbor and Circular Quay, this property features a range of one and two-bedroom suites. Guests staying at this exceptional hotel will appreciate several excellent accommodation amenities including a fully-equipped kitchen, a private balcony, a separate living and dining space, a lavish bathroom with spa tub, WiFi and a work desk.

At Q Dining, tourists are welcome to dine on exquisite, contemporary food with new seasonal produce, spectacular views and a mindful yet professional team. Guests can also choose to taste champagne at Hacienda Sydney, soaking in Circular Quay’s vitality and vibrant sunshine, supported by the beautiful views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The pool, spa, and deck area of the hotel are private serenity spots for guests wanting to relax. Guests also have access to the 24-hour fully-equipped gymnasium of the hotel for those who want to stay in shape.

 

 

Sydney Areas To Avoid And Are Not Recommended To Stay In

Stay away from higher-crime neighbourhoods, like Kings Cross, Redfern, Cabramatta, Fairfield, Campbelltown, Blacktown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Parramatta, and Penrith, or at least be on high alert. Live in the safer areas of Sydney such as Bondi Beach, City Center, and Lavender Bay, instead.

 

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