East Sydney

Travel Guide

Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
The Classic shot of the opera house and harbour bridge from Mrs Macquaries's Chair just after sunset. #architecture
To see the famous sights of Sydney from the water without a hefty price tag, hop on the ferry to Manly Beach. It travels past Sydney's most iconic locations and is a fraction of the cost of a 'proper' cruise.

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At the moment and until June 8, Sydney is putting on the ritz with their annual light festival, Vivid. Every night from  6pm until midnight the city comes alive with a cacophony of light installations and interactive activities.  Rug up, wear your walking shoes and have a fabulous time.  #vividsydney #vividcanon #fssydney #goldenhour #colourful #stunningstructures

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo which includes a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
Kirketon Hotel Sydney

Kirketon Hotel Sydney

4 out of 5
229 Darlinghurst Road Darlinghurst NSW
The price is €143 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
€143
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable and in a convenient location, close to public transport, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Kirketon Hotel Sydney
The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

4 out of 5
90 William Street Woolloomooloo NSW
The price is €130 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€130
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The hotel is very dated and could use some TLC. However, they provided wonderful customer service. The staffs amazing and a delicious breakfast buffet. Location is also good.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel
ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street Surry Hills NSW
The price is €117 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€117
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Room was great, and staff very helpful, great location

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

ADGE Hotel & Residences
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,408 reviews)
The Size of the room and location was great. Also had great facilities. Only reason it's not 5 stars is the kitchen did not have some basic kitchen ware for cooking etc. and the rooms could have been cleaner

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue Potts Point NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (939 reviews)
Excellent!

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Regents Court Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,546 reviews)
Room was nice and clean, location is central. Stated that airport shuttle was available but it actually costs money so that felt a little bit of a lie.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 33%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice hotel, friendly staff. Clean room with big double bed and good sized ensuite. I stayed here for 12 nights. My only reservation would be the road noise which made it difficult to sleep most nights.

3/5 - Okay

Studebaker

Darlinghurst is a good 40 minute walk to the Circular Quays where most things for us happened from. If you venture around some of the neighbouring streets they are much quieter and the period architecture was fascinating.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The Blue Mountains at Katoomba was an excellent trip with a two hour train journey from Central Station, and of course travelling in all the ferrys

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