Wondering where to stay in Sydney?
Are you are trying to choose a hotel or apartment for your Sydney holiday or wondering which part of the city will be the best location?
These articles will help you sort through all the choices and find the perfect place to stay in Sydney.
Read over the articles below for our independent advice and perhaps some new ideas.
We have covered everything from tents to sailing boats, 5-star hotels with harbour views to airport hotels that will have you on time for your early morning flight.
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Looking for a playful yet practical stay near Sydney Airport? Moxy Sydney Airport brings a fresh take on airport accommodation, blending industrial-chic design with vibrant social spaces. From the moment you’re greeted by the hotel’s signature sassy welcome to rolling balls at the Skee Ball arcade, this isn’t your typical airport hotel. Moxy Sydney Airport … Read more
If you are trying to compare the best harbour view hotels in Sydney, you will find our deep dive into the pros and cons of the top hotels in the city a good place to start. Sydney’s reputation as one of the world’s most iconic waterfronts is well deserved, and nothing makes your visit to … Read more
Hotel Woolstore 1888 Darling Harbour – Handwritten Collection was feted as the world’s first Instagram hotel when it opened in 2014. Does it still have the appeal a decade later? We asked Ellen Hill to find out. Steeped in history yet oozing with modern flair and quirk, Hotel Woolstore 1888 in Pyrmont is one street … Read more
Choosing where to stay in Sydney can make or break your trip. Sydney’s not just one city – it’s a number of neighbourhoods, each with its own vibe. From the historic Rocks quarter to laid-back Surry Hills, your experience can change dramatically depending on where you unpack. Which area is best? Which hotel fits your … Read more
If you are looking to do something special for your partner, a romantic Sydney Harbour Yacht stay is pretty hard to beat. As far as memorable experiences in Sydney go, this has to be at the top of the list! Spending the night on Sydney Harbour We recently had our first real sailing experience when … Read more
We sent writer Joanne Karcz to spend the night at West Hotel Sydney, a Hilton Curio Collection property in the Sydney CBD walking distance to Sydney Opera House and the iconic Darling Harbour and King Street wharf. Let’s see what she thought… Opened in 2018, West Hotel is the first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in … Read more
Looking for an affordable, comfortable hotel near Circular Quay? Well, the Rydges Australia Square Sydney might just be the thing. Writer Joanne Karcz recently spent a weekend there and shared her experience below. Location, location, location. Ideally located in Sydney’s CBD, Rydges Australia Square is the perfect base to discover all that Sydney has to … Read more
The new Pullman Penrith Hotel, the town’s first 5-star hotel, has been hyped as a gamechanger for the Western Sydney town known more for its NRL team than fine dining and luxury. Ellen Hill was one of the first guests to stay over and dine in Marcel Restaurant, so we asked her to share her … Read more
Planning to rent a holiday apartment in Sydney but overwhelmed by the choices? As a Sydney local, I’ll help you choose the perfect neighborhood for your stay. This guide covers everything from harbourside luxury to trendy inner-city suburbs, with honest advice about transport, local life, and what to expect in each area. This post contains … Read more
Do you fancy sleeping somewhere a little different on your visit to Sydney? Are you a hotel person, a backpacker, perhaps you prefer self-catering in apartments? Sure, Sydney has plenty of these, but I want to show you a couple of unique places you could sleep in Sydney. Finding somewhere interesting to stay in Sydney … Read more
There are no less than 15 Sydney Airport hotels. Accommodation near Sydney Airport has become much more popular in recent years, and the landscape has changed a lot. If you are looking for the closest hotel to Sydney International Airport or would like to find somewhere to stay near the domestic terminal read on for … Read more
We recently had the pleasure of an overnight stay at Q Station Manly where we got to experience both a harbour sunset and sunrise, a delicious dinner at Boilerhouse Restaurant and a fascinating tour of this historic site. Read on and see why we think everyone should spend some time at Q Station. The former … Read more