Sydney

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Sydney
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Sydney
Sydney
Sydney which includes skyline, general coastal views and a city

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Where to stay in Sydney

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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(343 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
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Darling Harbour

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

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Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.

Sydney Olympic Park
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The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

The Rocks
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Parramatta

Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and Riverside Theatres while you're in town.

Parramatta
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Manly

A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Wharf and Shelly Beach.

Manly
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is €151 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
€151
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we all enjoyed our stay. The buffet breakfast is ok, slight underwhelming tho."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is €158 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
€158
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,308 reviews)
"Great staff, great location, great facilities"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
The price is €110 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
€110
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,839 reviews)
"Room had a great view for plane watching. It was a tad small with hot water in shower,extra pillows,comfortable beds with aircon. My only complaint was limited menu choice,small Wagyu burger that looked like a kids burger and very expensive"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
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.
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,169 reviews)
"Great location and very spacious room. We enjoyed our 2 night stay."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Meriton Suites Sussex Street
Meriton Suites Sussex Street
5 out of 5
234 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,377 reviews)
1st time in Sydney
"I had a good stay at the Meriton on Sussex. Everything was as pictured. It felt great to be able to have the ability to store leftovers from restaurants, reheat things later, or even cook if you wanted to stay in due to the weather. Also its in a good location. I was able to walk to a lot of the ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Meriton Suites Sussex Street
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
5 out of 5
528 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,115 reviews)
"The check in was seamless. The people behind the desk were very friendly & accommodating. The room was clean & a great size. I was cooking in the room & having family come to eat. Housekeeping provided me with more plates & cutlery. Great location for the Sydney Film Festival"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
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 Sydney

4.7
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

An amazing city , it certainly has plenty of iconic sights to see, and lots to do, with amazing shops too.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

very central for visiting other areas, trains to Blue mountains and Southern Highlands

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Sydney is a city like so many others however the Harbour Bridge, the opera house and Circular Quay make it unique

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Really enjoyed our time in Sydney. The hotel was perfect location for The Opera House, Sydney Bridge, Restaurants, bard, shopping and all transport.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved our visit. Definitely worth hopping on the ferries to get to other city areas, cheap and frequent. Good museums, Plenty of reasonably priced places to eat.