Price | $158 - $315 |
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CHEAPEST NEIGHBOURHOOD IN SYDNEY | Pyrmont | 22% cheaper | Hotels in Pyrmont are the cheapest in Sydney at just $158 per night on average |
MOST EXPENSIVE NEIGHBOURHOOD IN SYDNEY | Paddington | 36% more expensive | Paddington has the highest priced hotels in Sydney with rooms averaging $315 per night |
MOST POPULAR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN SYDNEY | Sydney CBD | 84% more users visited | More momondo users search for hotels in Sydney CBD than any other neighbourhood in Sydney |
Below are the 11 user recommended hotels in the area of Sydney that is closest to Darling Harbour. The average price near Darling Harbour is $260/night, with prices varying based on several factors including time of year. Hotels near Darling Harbour are typically 33% more expensive than the average hotel in Sydney, which is $173.
Low season | January | cheapest month to stay |
High season | December | most expensive time to stay |
23% | expected price decrease | |
43% | expected price increase |
Price | $269 - $611 |
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Cheapest day of week | Monday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
Highest day of week | Saturday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
$313 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day | |
$371 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day |
Cheapest time to book | The cheapest time to book hotels in Sydney is: 1-2 star, 48 days before. 4-5 star, 82 days before. |
1-2 star | $88 - $146 | |
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3 star | $137 - $212 | |
4-5 star | $212 - $332 |
Lowest Hotel Price | $34 |
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Most Popular Hotel (5-star) | Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour |
Hotels Near Airport | 6062 |
Average Length of Stay | 5 days |
To unlock the most reasonable rates, try avoiding peak travel season for Sydney, which is between December and the start of March. Off-season flights, such as those booked from June to the end of August offer not only cheaper flights but cheap hotels in Sydney too.
Exploring Sydney is easy, especially if you use the Hop-On Hop-Off bus in the city. The service takes you to main attractions in multiple districts, and you can get on and off as often as you want. The City Circle walking path takes you through the main attractions and is the easiest way to explore the CBD without having to deal with traffic. Buses and ferries are your best travel option for getting to the beaches and visiting key attractions around the harbour. You can use the OPAL card for all day travel on trains, buses, ferries and light rail and pay no more than $15 AUD per day for adults and $7.50 AUD per day for children. Purchase one at the airport or a local customer service centre in the CBD.
You can see the city conveniently without spending much money. Take advantage of free tours, including the volunteer tour guides from Sydney Greeters. Most city museums have free visiting hours, including the Museum of Contemporary Art, Maritime Museum, Art Gallery of New South Wales, and Queen Victoria Building. Beaches are free to visit and accessible on foot, by ferry, and public transit. The Olympic Pool in North Sydney charges $7.80 AUD and lets you stay poolside for the day with views of the harbour. Depending on the time of the year, you can find free events to attend. January offers the Sydney Festival, while March – June offers the Biennale of Sydney. Mardi Gras is in March, and the New Year’s Eve fireworks are spectacular.
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Sydney, home to sunny beaches and year-round attractions, offers an array of hotel accommodations. When looking for hotels in Sydney, consider the neighbourhood that suits your needs as a tourist, student or business traveller. Sydney’s metropolitan area consists of 8 macro sites, including:
Sydney CBD
This is the perfect location for business travellers, with easy access to transportation and local attractions. The CBD is home to 5 star accommodations as well as budget-friendly hotels. If you stay on Market Street, you will be in the centre of the CBD, and here you have hotels like QT Sydney and Swissotel. If you head to Pitt Street, you have a variety of hotels across a range of prices. On Pitt Street, you are within walking distance to the Pitt Street Mall and Darling Harbour. Hotels off Pitt Street include Primus Hotel and The Tank Stream.
Darling Harbour
Enjoy the waterfront with picturesque views and great local restaurants. You will be within walking distance to the CBD. For a view of the water from your room, stay at ibis Sydney, which is right on the water. Ovolo 1888 is also a central location; you can walk to the beach and local attractions, and avoid driving. ParkRoyal is a modern, luxury hotel with friendly staff and a gourmet breakfast every morning.
Darlinghurst
Just outside the CBD, you find Darlinghurst, perfect for those seeking Sydney nightlife and local breweries. In Darlinghurst, stay at the Vibe Hotel on Rushcutters Bay. You also have the strategically placed Pullman Hyde Park which is within walking distance to the harbour, local attractions, and restaurants. Medusa is a trendy, hip hotel featuring contemporary furnishings and a beautiful view of the city.
Surry Hills
Stay in the heart of the “local” district where you find trendy, artsy stores, restaurants, and boutiques. Surry Hills houses the Rydges Sydney Central which is a few blocks from Belmore Park, or the 57 Hotel that offers you a quick walk to Belmore Park, Quay Street, and Paddy’s Market.
Paddington
Away from the waterfront, you enter this unique neighbourhood with amazing art centres, small exhibits; plus you are still within walking distance to the beach. Paddington has the Manor House Boutique Hotel with regal accommodations featuring an eclectic selection of antique furnishings. Arts Hotel has a pool and is walking distance to local attractions. Both are close to public transportation which gives you easy access to Rushcutters Bay and the Australian Museum.
Newtown
Find yourself immersed in live music daily with a short ride to the airport in this neighbourhood. Newtown is home to the Urban Newtown which is a hip new hotel that offers daily wine tastings. Rydges Camperdown is closer to the water and only a short walk to Rushcutters Bay and the attractions of Surry Hills.
Bondi
Bondi is home to the world-famous beach and local attractions. Public transportation to the area is frequent and well-timed, and you are close to Centennial Park. To stay on the water, book a room with Hotel Bondi or The Village Bondi Beach location. Both offer clean rooms with terrace views of the ocean.
Manly
Manly is 15 minutes from the CBD by ferry and offers a more relaxed atmosphere. For a less tourist-heavy seaside, you can enjoy the beaches in Manly. While you are across the water, you still have great waterfront hotels, including the sophisticated Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific or the Quest Manly with beachfront apartments available for short-term rent.
Budget-friendly accommodations are found throughout Sydney. In the CBD, you have Travelodge Hotel on York Street which is just 1 kilometre from Circular Quay, local museums, and The Rocks. The CBD also has Vibe Hotel on Goulburn Street, which is a trendy, hip hotel just 1 kilometre from Sydney Tower.
The ibis family of hotels offers a budget-friendly stay throughout Sydney. They have their Sydney Airport location which comes with a breakfast bar. Also, the ibis Budget Sydney East is located on the water at The Rocks so you are close to the beaches. Park Regis City Centre is a hidden gem that offers a cheap stay, great pool, and waterfront views. For a trendy, hip hotel in the middle of the CBD, try the Australian Heritage Hotel.
Regardless of where you stay in the city, Sydney offers family-friendly, budget-friendly, and numerous attractions for visitors. Even if you have limited time, there is a lot you can see and do. Some attractions to see include:
On average, people stay in Sydney for a total of 5 nights.
A hotel room in Sydney will generally set you back around $348 per night. This figure is an average and prices will vary according to the facilities, location and room availability at your desired hotel.
Room prices for hotels in Sydney can be as much as 24% lower in the month of January. So this is a great time to book and save money.
Sunday is the day where you will typically find the lowest price for your hotel room in Sydney. The highest price tends to be on Friday.
$402 is around the price you are going to have to pay for a luxury hotel room in Sydney. This is on average a 14%% increase on the cost of a typical Sydney hotel, which is more likely to charge $348 a night.
Sydney Hostels typically cost in the region of $109 a night for each person. This price is taken from hostels and hotels with a 2 star or below rating. Hostels are very economical and come out on average $239 cheaper than the average price of a hotel in Sydney.
Areas such as Sydney CBD, Barangaroo, The Rocks and Waterloo prove popular amongst people booking a hotel in Sydney.
While temperatures are typically very high in Sydney during March, there is a higher chance for rainfall as the average for the month is about 130 mm. Taking into account the higher potential for rain in March, those staying at a hotel in Sydney should plan to visit popular indoor attractions such as Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, Pitt Street Mall, and King Street Wharf.
Yes, Sydney does have holiday rentals. Of the 7,561 holiday rentals in Sydney, Meriton Suites Campbell Street, Sydney is the most popular among our users. Find holiday rentals in Sydney.
There are 48 hostels in Sydney if you want to save money on accommodations during your trip. Yha Sydney Central happens to be the most popular hostel in Sydney at the moment. Find deals on hostels in Sydney.
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