Where to stay in Sydney?

Sydney Accommodation - Where are the best places to stay in Sydney?

Sydney offers a full range of accommodation from budget hostels and discount hotels to 5 star luxury with no expense spared. Sydney100.com (top 100 things to do in Sydney) gives you the best places to stay and the best Sydney Accommodation, for all budgets starting in the City of Sydney.

Accommodation in the City of Sydney

Circular Quay in Sydney

If you don't have much time then the city is the best place to stay in Sydney as it is the easiest to get to and from. If you stay in accommodation in the City of Sydney you will be close to all the wonderful things there are to do and see in Sydney.

Sydney Harbour Views and City Attractions

If the best Sydney accommodation means a central location, offering access to the harbour views and city attractions, then there are a number of options you should consider.

Nice places to stay in Sydney

Many of the hotels near Circular Quay offer top-notch service for someone looking for somewhere really nice to stay in Sydney. There are many rooms that provide a simultaneous view of Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Sydney Accommodation that offers great Value

Some of the best Sydney accommodation is slightly further away from Sydney Harbour, such as the Menzies, you can expect less pain to your credit or charge card. Either way, anywhere vaguely close to Circular Quay would serve as ideal Sydney accommodation for a visit to the city, with excellent amenities and easy access to public transport and taxis.

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Manly

Manly Ferry

Manly would be my personal choice of where to stay in Sydney as it gives you the perfect excuse to spend lots of time on the Manly Ferry. I've been on the ferry countless times and have yet to get bored with the views. The Manly Ferry is listed as the top thing to do in Sydney.

Hotels in Manly

Most of the best hotels in Manly are within walking distance of the beaches, and the area is teeming with guesthouses, backpacking hostels and many other types of Sydney accommodation.

Sydney Harbour

In a similar fashion to Manly, look for Sydney accommodation by the harbour with a ferry wharf nearby. Examples such as Potts Point, Balmain, North Sydney, Mosman and Rose Bay are all good places to be based. Just make sure you memorise your ferry timetable or have a copy with you.

Potts Point

Mercure Sydney Potts Point is ideally positioned in the heart of the Potts Point and Kings Cross entertainment precinct. This four star hotel features 227 stylishly appointed and modern rooms with new decor to complement the lively surrounds and magnificent Sydney Harbour views. Only minutes away from Sydney Centre, Mercure Sydney Potts Point is ideal for corporate or leisure travellers. Along with a restaurant and bar the hotel features five modern meeting rooms and an open air terrace.

Sydney City Fringe

Sydney accommodation on the fringe of Sydney is often a good way to save a few dollars, just remember to factor in the additional cost of transport, particularly if it's likely to be taxis.

Surry Hills, Woolloomooloo, Darlinghurst, Prymont, Ultimo, Broadway, and Redfern

Sydney's City Fringe includes areas like Surry Hills, Woolloomooloo, Darlinghurst, Prymont, Ultimo, Broadway, and Redfern. Lots of student shares and low cost options are available in these districts, though traditional hotels appear too. A walk into the city could take you anything from 25 to 45 minutes.

Eastern Suburbs

Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach is there to be seen but traffic in and out from the beach front can be a nightmare. Bondi Junction is a better option and it has a train link. It is the gateway to the eastern suburbs of Sydney. Shopping and dining are major activities throughout the area and affordable accommodation is abundant.

Sydney Airport - Kingsford Smith

Situated in southern half of Sydney near Botany Bay, Sydney Airport is not the most convenient of locations, but it does have abundant transportation links. If you have a late or early flight, a hotel located near the airport can still be a viable option. Just check with the hotel's staff on your travel options into the city.

The Northern Beaches of Sydney

Sydney's Northern Beaches are referred to as God's Country by the locals. Distance from the city might be an issue with if you choose to base your stay in Sydney in this particular slice of paradise. No trains could be another. The Northern Beaches is perhaps a second trip location. This area is, however, a great choice for a day trip or weekend with quite a few bed and breakfasts, hostels, guest houses and serviced apartments available throughout the region.

Pittwater Youth Hostel

Just getting to Pittwater Youth Hostel is fun. Although if you have a heavy backpack less so. Travel up to Church Point in Sydney's Northern Beaches on the banks of 'Pittwater'. Get the ferry across the water. Then it's a 15 minute hike up a hill through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. As for the accommodation:

"Hillside lodge nestled over Morning Bay in Ku-ring-gai National Park. This hostel is an easy escape from the busy city life of Sydney and ideal for groups. Attractions include bush walks to lookouts and Aboriginal engravings, plus from the hostel you can see native birds, wallabies, possums and goannas." YHA

"Lovely hostel in an idyllic location, very friendly and helpful hosts" Catherine.

Visit yha.com.au for more details or phone (02) 9999 5748

Western

The Western Suburbs of Sydney offer budget accommodation options but you are more likely to need a car. You will miss out a little bit on Sydney Harbour but you can catch a ferry from Parramatta.

North Shore

The Lower North Shore of Sydney (North Sydney to Mosman) is a great location but expect more commuting. The Upper North Shore is very pleasant, green and leafy but is some distance for the Sydney's main attractions. The North Shore train line can be problematic and the Pacific Highway, which takes you into the city, is colourful in a red, amber and green kind of a way.

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