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All rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney have been carefully designed and subtly furnished with the highest quality amenities. To enjoy the best views of Sydney’s harbour, the Deluxe Full Harbour Room and Four Seasons Full Harbour King Rooms both provide unobstructed views of the harbour. Complimentary access to Lounge 32 is available for all guests in a Premier Full Harbour Club King, Four Seasons Full Harbour Club Suite and Signature Suites. Each room offers an LCD TV, slippers and Christian Lacroix toiletries. Chinese tea can be provided in the rooms upon request.

Amazing staff care wonderful location and view .

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9.1
Superb
7,103 reviews
Price from
£188
per night

Guests at Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel enjoy seaside accommodation just 15 minutes' from Sydney Airport and 20 minutes’ drive from Sydney City Centre.

Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel offers spacious rooms across 2 buildings. All Boutique rooms are located in the 4-star Boutique hotel. All Standard rooms are located above the Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel's restaurant and bars.

Checkin was fast, friendly, efficient. Rooms were clean, everything worked well and the room was nice and quiet as requested.

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9
Superb
425 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour, The Langham Sydney offers luxurious accommodation with panoramic city or bay views. It features a day spa, a tennis court and a hot tub.

The stylishly decorated rooms feature mahogany furniture and a lavish marble bathroom. Each room boasts flat-screen satellite TV.

Beautiful property with lovely rooms.

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9
Superb
736 reviews
Price from
£255
per night

Just a 1-minute walk from the Queen Victoria Building (QVB), Megaboom City Hotel is located in the heart of Sydney CBD. The property offers numerous modern, air-conditioned rooms with free, unlimited, high-speed WiFi. It is only 2 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall train and bus station and 5 minutes’ walk from Wynyard Station.

Quite, clean , friendly staff and good location

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8.2
Very good
3,257 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Built in 2015, The Tank Stream Sydney offers stylish accommodation in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District). It is just 2 minutes' walk from Wynyard Train Station, 5 minutes' walk from Pitt Street Mall and 7 minutes' walk from Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House.

The location is perfect, walking distance to CBD.

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8.5
Very good
3,207 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

Located a 5-minute walk from Sydney’s Central Station, 57 Hotel offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

The property is a 7-minute walk from Crown Street, which offers some of Surry Hills best shopping and dining options. The famous nightlife of Oxford street is a 10-minute walk away. The Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are both within 10 minutes' drive.

We had a great stay, thank you so much!

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8.1
Very good
2,809 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport is less than 20 minutes’ drive from Sydney City Centre and Paddington District. Free WiFi at 1 Mbps for four devices per room, per day is available.

Each room offers a kitchen or kitchenette and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Apartments come complete with a seating and dining area, washing machine, microwave and refrigerator. Private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Clean and Spacious room Closeness to Metro Station

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8.5
Very good
4,052 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

Ovolo Woolloomooloo is a 5-star hotel located in Sydney. All accommodation offers Google Chromecast and unique historic fittings. Guests enjoy an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

The hotel is located in Woolloomooloo, next to the Royal Botanical Gardens. It is a 15-minute walk from Sydney Opera House.

Architecture and location of hotel; character of hotel; friendly and helpful staff.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,260 reviews
Price from
£164
per night

Located across the road from Bondi Beach, guests enjoy free WiFi at Hotel Bondi. You can enjoy a meal at the onsite bar and restaurant or use the gaming lounge facilities. Some rooms have a balcony with sea views.

I stated in the booking that it was my Boyfriends Birthday. They had a bunch of helium balloons and a card ready for us on arrival. Very nice touch!

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8.2
Very good
2,244 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Just a 3-minute drive from Coogee Beach, Royal Hotel offers free WiFi and an onsite restaurant with a courtyard. All air-conditioned guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

The location is good, the surrounding is peaceful and the staff are nice and helpful

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8.5
Very good
1,103 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

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  • The Darling at The Star
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,940 reviews

    Featuring a casino, a day spa and 20 bars and restaurants, The Darling at The Star is just 650 metres from Cockle Bay.

    Amazing staff- the concierge Ian went above and beyond

  • Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7,101 reviews

    Overlooking Sydney Harbour, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney offers complimentary Premium WiFi, a bar, restaurant, fitness centre and swimming pool.

    Excellent location. Love room decor and amenities.

  • Park Hyatt Sydney
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 370 reviews

    Park Hyatt Sydney perfectly personifies contemporary luxury with its coveted location between the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

    The location, breakfast quality and the efficient housekeeping.

  • The Langham Sydney
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 736 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour, The Langham Sydney offers luxurious accommodation with panoramic city or bay views. It features a day spa, a tennis court and a hot tub.

    Great location,spacious room and very comfortable bed

  • The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,664 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour, Ovolo 1888 is a restored heritage building offering modern accommodation with free WiFi and access to a 24-hour fitness centre.

    Location & facilities was just what we are after

  • QT Sydney
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,295 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Hyde Park and Pitt Street Mall, QT Sydney offers a restaurant, bar, cafe and day spa.

    How clean it was! So modern and fun. Best atmosphere

  • PARKROYAL Parramatta
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,625 reviews

    PARKROYAL Parramatta is located in the popular Church Street dining and shopping precinct in Parramatta, Western Sydney. It features free WiFi throughout and a fitness centre.

    The room was a good size on the second last floor.

  • Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,034 reviews

    Overlooking Sydney's Circular Quay, Pullman Quay Grand Sydney is situated harbourside in the heart of Circular Quay and is a short walk to the iconic Opera House and The Rocks.

    View, rooms are modern, spacious. Very comfortable!

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  • Meriton Suites Zetland
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,236 reviews

    Meriton Suites Zetland offer luxurious self-contained accommodation just 5 minutes’ drive from the lively Danks Street cafés.

    Location was fantastic. Having parking was helpful.

  • Meriton Suites Waterloo
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,919 reviews

    Meriton Suites Waterloo offers refurbished, self-contained accommodation, just 10 minutes’ drive from central Sydney and Sydney International Airport.

    Great Location - Great Amenities - Rooms fantastic

  • Bayswater Boutique Lodge
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 357 reviews

    Bayswater Boutique Lodge is located in the heart of the city, a 5-minute walk from Kings Cross Station and a 10-minute drive from central Sydney.

    Clean, nice decoration and facilities, good location!

  • Charrington Hotel
    Budget options available
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 885 reviews

    Just 450 metres from Chatswood Railway Station, Charrington Hotel offers rooms with a private balcony and free internet. It features a sunny terrace and a guest lounge with a fireplace.

    Breakfast was not provided.ovrrall was ok for the purpose.

  • Sydney Potts Point Central Apartment Hotel Official
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 935 reviews

    Featuring a rooftop terrace with harbour and city views and BBQ facilities, Sydney Potts Point Central Apartment Hotel Official is located in an Arts Deco building just 3 minutes’ walk from Kings...

    the view from the balcony was amazing and so relaxing

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  • Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,182 reviews

    Boasting a swimming pool and free WiFi, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), is just 15 minutes' walk from Circular Quay, where you can visit the Sydney Opera House...

    Reception/conceirge counter warm and welcoming!

  • Avonmore On The Park Boutique Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 892 reviews

    This 4-star boutique hotel is located in Randwick, close to Sydney's CBD (Central Business District) and Coogee Beach. It offers peaceful surroundings and a relaxed setting.

    The friendliness of the staff and the location. Lots to like.

  • Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,274 reviews

    Nestled alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Pier One Sydney Harbour is built on the water with its own private pontoon and panoramic Sydney Harbour views.

    The location was amazing, and views were phenomenal.

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,159 reviews

    Offering a swimming pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre, Adina Apartment Hotel is located just 5 minutes’ walk from Bondi Beach.

    The location was great and many cafes in the area.

  • The Grace Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 12,364 reviews

    Close to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, The Grace Hotel offers luxury rooms and a rooftop fitness centre with an indoor swimming pool and a sauna.

    Luxurious and affordable, rooms were such a great size.

  • Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,900 reviews

    Located in Sydney’s landmark World Tower on floor 61 and above, these luxurious suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic city views.

    Fabulous view 75tb Floor modern clean perfect for us

  • Adge Hotel and Residences
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 676 reviews

    Discover a dynamic oasis nestled in the heart of Sydney's vibrant neighbourhood village where fashion, music, art, food, and culture converge to create an extraordinary experience at the ADGE.

    The staff are really nice , they let us checked in early

  • Meriton Suites Campbell Street, Sydney
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,304 reviews

    Boasting an indoor heated lap pool, a hot tub, sauna and fitness centre, Meriton Suites Campbell Street, Sydney is located opposite the famous Capitol Theatre in Sydney CBD (Central Business District)...

    Room was clean & tidy and had everything we needed.

  • Fraser Suites Sydney
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 979 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and a fitness centre with a sauna. Fraser Suites Sydney features luxury apartments with modern furnishings, kitchen facilities and views of the city skyline.

    It was quiet, central and the team were so friendly

  • Establishment Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 766 reviews

    Offering stylish rooms with an iPad2 and a BOSE sound system, this boutique hotel is in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), only 5 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay Ferry Terminal.

    Love the feel of the place and it is brilliantly located

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,956 reviews

    Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills offers a selection of fully-furnished modern apartments, just 10 minutes’ walk from Central Station.

    Great view, location and the area was interesting.

  • Sir Stamford Circular Quay
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,670 reviews

    This luxury hotel features sundeck that overlooks Sydney Harbour and Circular Quay. The award-winning restaurant and bar offers views of the Royal Botanic Gardens.

    Ahmed was very attentive before and during our arrival

  • Hilton Sydney
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,521 reviews

    Hilton Hotel Sydney is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) and features the city's largest hotel health club and fine dining at its famous brasserie.

    Very comfortable, great location and helpful staff

  • Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,162 reviews

    Offering modern luxury apartments in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District), Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney boasts an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, sauna and hot tub.

    The location - very central, the staff-very polite.

  • Vibe Hotel Sydney
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,773 reviews

    Vibe Hotel is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), just 5 minutes’ walk from popular shopping and dining options on Oxford Street. It features a swimming pool and fitness centre.

    the cleanliness and it’s easy access ti everything

  • Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 749 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney offers a restaurant, a heritage dining room and a wine bar.

    location great for Harbour Rocks and ship terminal

  • Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point, an IHG Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 926 reviews

    Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point is perfectly poised on a peninsula at the gateway to Sydney’s eastern suburb in iconic Kings Cross, a region both steeped in history and on the leading edge of the...

    Hotel location, cleanliness & staff was excellent.

  • The Hughenden Boutique Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,108 reviews

    This restored mansion, set in the heart of the fashionable Woollahra district, has an elegant Victorian interior with a variety of rooms suiting different needs.

    We loved the breakfast & coffee and the atmosphere

  • Hotel Urban St Leonards
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,632 reviews

    Boasting free WiFi, Hotel Urban St Leonards is a boutique-style hotel offering luxuriously comfortable rooms on Sydney’s North Shore. Facilities include a café and bar, and fitness centre.

    A fantastic location close to North Shore Private Hospital.

  • Courtyard by Marriott Sydney-North Ryde
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,461 reviews

    Courtyard By Marriott Sydney- North Ryde offers spacious rooms with views of Lane Cove National Park and Macquarie Park. Guests have access to business facilities and a fully equipped fitness centre.

    Affordable, quiet, reasonable parking rate ($20pn)

  • Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,353 reviews

    Located on Hyde Park in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), Pullman Sydney Hyde Park features 2 restaurants and a rooftop pool and patio.

    Very comfortable bed large room with great view over Hyde Park.

  • Vulcan Hotel Sydney
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,059 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from the University of Technology (UTS), Vulcan Hotel is a boutique hotel that combines historic architecture with modern interiors, including a peaceful courtyard.

    Loved the location. Being in walking distance to central

  • Q Station
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,391 reviews

    In the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, this unique hotel offers a peaceful and romantic retreat or a fully equipped base for business with stunning views across Sydney Harbour.

    Location was amazing, staff friendly, great shuttle service

  • Pullman Sydney Olympic Park
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,742 reviews

    The Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park offers 5-star accommodation next to Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre and Sydney Showground.

    It was very clean and tidy and close to Expo centre

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Darling Harbour
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,229 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool, fitness centre and a sauna and overlooking beautiful Cockle Bay, Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Darling Harbour is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), and...

    Great cafe. Not cheap but fresh & delicious food.

  • Central Studio Hotel Sydney
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,935 reviews

    Located in the heart of Sydney, across from Central Station and a short drive from Pitt Street Mall shops, Central Studio Hotel Sydney offers guests contemporary accommodations.

    The location was excellent and it was very comfortable!

  • Regents Court Sydney
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 475 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Potts Point, 5 minutes' walk from Kings Cross Station, this 1926 Art Deco building offers a collection of self-contained boutique studio apartments.

    Very spacious, clean, kitchenette very well equiped.

  • Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,152 reviews

    APARTMENT-LIVING SURROUNDED BY UNIQUE HISTORY AND HERITAGE DESIGN PLUS SYDNEY CBD VIEWS Whether you are in town for a weekend getaway or travelling for business, Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites is...

    We had difficulty controlling the room temperature.

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Sydney

  • Avg. price/night: £161.27
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 705 reviews
    Beautiful new Boutique Hotel in a central neighbourhood. The staff was particularly lovely and I felt super welcomed. The rooms were not super huge but nicely designed and had everything you need. Loved the retro touches and cool decor in the room. The Rooftop was great and you can enjoy the views up there. Would definitely come back!
    Luisa Ba
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £234.39
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 451 reviews
    Lovely boutique hotel with great staff and good location. Well designed room with guest comfort in mind. Rey nice.
    Jane
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £286.53
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 766 reviews
    Love staying at The Establishment , cool boutique Hotel where access is in lane way . Location is great , close to The Harbour, , designer stores etc… Mr Wong , fabulous favourite restaurant next door !
    Gina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £161.27
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 705 reviews
    Thoughtfully designed rooms, lovely boutique hotel atmosphere. Very personal.
    Joerg
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £149.84
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 192 reviews
    I was extremely impressed with Hotel Morris. I travel to Sydney for work monthly and I am always looking for a reasonably priced hotel in the city. Sadly not many are affordable any more but Hotel Morris was the cheapest of the quality hotels I was considering and it has exceeded my expectations. It was extremely clean, the staff were very polite and I always appreciate a nespresso coffee in the room when there is no good cafes nearby, not to mention the interior design was gorgeous.
    Nicky
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £161.27
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 705 reviews
    Classy little boutique hotel. Loved the artistic attention to design and little details. Even the fire escape and elevator were classy. Double glassed windows, so you can see the trains pull into Central Station, but you don't hear them.
    Benson
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £178
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4,517 reviews
    Classy boutique hotel right in the heart of the city. The rooms are well designed for such a small space
    Shardy
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £161.27
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,132 reviews
    Very friendly, helpful staff. Interior design of the rooms is amazing. It is practical and stylish. There is everything you need and none of what you don’t need. Comfy beds. Large bathrooms. Great location close to Lyric theatre and parking station across the road. They validate parking. Love Dyson hair dryer. Great design of lobby, bar and cafe. Tasty breakfast, hot coffee. I’ll be back!! 😃
    Barlow
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £86.12
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 885 reviews
    Lovely little boutique hotel, loved the patio and we spent most of our time sitting out there relaxing. Staff were lovely. Gardens and plants were gorgeous. The fixtures and decor were stunning.
    Lauren
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £185.88
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,312 reviews
    Location is perfect for the Sydney CBD. Room is cosy and has great design touches. Overall interior design is up there with luxury design hotels. Bar and and upstairs restaurant is a unique rooftop style experience rare to find in Sydney
    Gabriel
    Young couple

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