CITY CENTRE
RAILWAY SQUARE YHA, 8-10 Lee Street, 64 Rooms.
Located in a historic 1904 building, this YHA hostel adjoins Central Station's Platform Zero. Some rooms are inside converted railway carriages, while others are in the main building. Features modern design and a timber deck for sunbathing beside the over-sized spa pool. There is an Internet cafe and a tour desk.
Tel: 92 - 81 - 96 - 66
Fax: 92 - 81 - 96 - 88
Price Range: Under $120
Y HOTEL, 5-11 Wentworth Avenue, 121 Rooms.
Expect less of the party crowd at this peaceful backpacker spot, since all dorm rooms have just four single beds and are single-sex. Standard double rooms are basic but clean and have shared toilets. Rooms with en suites and more luxurious amenities are reasonably priced. Coffee, tea and breakfast included in the price.
Tel: 92 - 64 - 24 - 51
Fax: 92 - 85 - 62 - 88
Price Range: Under $120
CASTLEREAGH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, 169-171 Castlereagh Street, 82 Rooms.
Full of character, this hotel has a plush old-fashioned dining room, decorated with chandeliers and elaborate paint and plasterwork. The rooms, furnished with period pieces and patterned upholstery, offer essentials such as TV's, bars, fridges and tea and coffee facilities. Continental breakfast is included in few deals.
Tel: 92 - 84 - 10 - 00
Fax: 92 - 84 - 10 - 45
Price Range: $120 - $200
CENTRAL PARK HOTEL, 185 Castlereagh Street, 36 Rooms.
Their "hip on a budget" slogan is a great description of this boutique hotel. Its studio rooms and light-and-airy New York-style loft suites are complemented by neutral colours and clean-lined furniture. All rooms have cable TV, while some have CD players and large granite bathrooms. Parking is available nearby.
Tel: 92 - 83 - 50 - 00
Fax: 92 - 83 - 27 - 10
Price Range: $120 - $200
HOTEL PENSIONE, 631-635 George Street, 68 Rooms.
Many features of this heritage building survived its transformation into a hotel, including an old staircase and wood-panelled elevator. All rooms have stylish mosaic-tiled en suites, phones, dataports, cable TV and air conditioning. Quad rooms are fabulous value. Breakfast boxes are also available.
Tel: 92 - 65 - 88 - 88
Fax: 92 - 11 - 98 - 25
Price Range: $120 - $200
BLACKET HOTEL, 70 King Street, 42 Rooms.
Opened in June 2001, The Blacket is housed in the refurbished 1850's ANZ bank site designed by 19th-century architect Edmond Samuel Blacket. There are five two-storey lofts with large bedrooms, kitchenettes and spa baths. Ask about deals that include dinner at Minc restaurant, and you also get free breakfast.
Tel: 92 - 79 - 30 - 30
Fax: 92 - 79 - 30 - 20
Price Range: $200 - $280
MERITON WORLD TOWER, 95 Liverpool Street, 114 Rooms.
Some serviced apartments are available short term in this brand new vertical village, the tallest residential building in Sydney. Spacious two-bedroom apartments can sleep up to five. Everything guests might need is just a short stroll away. Facilities include a child-minding centre, DVD players and much more.
Tel: 82 - 63 - 75 - 00
Fax: 92 - 61 - 57 - 22
Price Range: $200 - $280
SHERATON ON THE PARK, 161 Elizabeth Street, 557 Rooms.
Arriving at this hotel's very grand entrance, guests can expect all the complete luxuries of a five-star hotel. Amenities include marble bathrooms, stylish furnishings, dataports, 24-hour room service, helpful concierges, baby-sitting services and lounges. Many rooms have views over the trees of Hyde Park.
Tel: 92 - 86 - 60 - 00
Fax: 92 - 86 - 66 - 86
Price Range: $200 - $280
WAKE UP, 509 Pritt Street, 500 Beds.
If your plan for Sydney is all action, this is the place for you. It is a party hostel, and here large mixed dorms are more popular than the smaller, single-sex ones. Some hotel-style double rooms with en suites are available. Offers laundry and kitchen facilities, a lounge room with TV and a video library.
Tel: 92 - 88 - 78 - 88
Fax: 92 - 88 - 78 - 89
Price Range: $200 - $280
THE YORK, 5 York Street, 120 Apartments.
There is an understated elegance throughout this centrally-located hotel. Each of its apartments is individually designed and has a balcony, fully-equipped kitchen and large bathroom. Apartments vary in size from studios to executive two bedroom penthouses. Close to The Rocks and Circular Quay.
Tel: 92 - 10 - 50 - 00
Fax: 92 - 90 - 14 - 87
Price Range: $200 - $280
AVILLION HOTEL, Corner of Pitt and Liverpool Streets, 445 Rooms.
Close to Town Hall Station and the monorail stop at World Square, this hotel offers comfortable, reasonably priced rooms. The hotel's gallery includes work by Australian luminaries such as Peter Kingston and John Coburn, as well as important indigenous art. There is live jazz in the bar on Thursday and Friday nights.
Tel: 82 - 68 - 18 - 88
Fax: 92 - 83 - 58 - 99
Price Range: $280 - $380
ESTABLISHMENT HOTEL, 5 Bridge Lane, 35 Rooms.
This is one of the most fashionable and desirable places in town. The rooms offer a choice of lively or tranquil colour schemes, marble or stone bathrooms with separate baths and showers. Although there are bars, restaurants and a nightclub in the building, soundproofing ensures a peaceful stay. Limited parking.
Tel: 92 - 40 - 31 - 00
Fax: 92 - 40 - 31 - 01
Price Range: $280 - $380
HOTEL MERCURE SYDNEY, 818-820 George Street, 517 Rooms.
Close to trains and buses that depart from Central Station and Railway Square, this hotel is also a comfortable walking distance from Darling Harbour and Chinatown. A popular choice for families because two children are able to stay for free in their parents' room. All rooms have dataports and cable TV.
Tel: 92 - 17 - 66 - 66
Fax: 92 - 17 - 68 - 88
Price Range: $280 - $380
WALDORF APARTMENT HOTEL, 57 Liverpool Street, 48 Rooms.
This hotel is a short stroll away from the city shopping centres and cinemas and a slightly longer one to Darling Harbour attractions, such as Tumbalong Park, the Chinese Gardens and IMAX Theatre. The apartments are spacious with balconies overlooking the city. Has a rooftop pool and free in-house movies.
Tel: 92 - 61 - 53 - 55
Fax: 92 - 61 - 37 - 53
Price Range: $280 - $380
THE GRACE, 77 York Street, 382 Rooms.
You could not be closer to the action than at The Grace as General Douglas Macarthur used the building as a base during World War II. The hotel dates from the 1930's and its restoration has retained the building's original Art Deco style. Rooms are well equipped and there is a beauty salon, a health club and a wine bar.
Tel: 92 - 72 - 68 - 88
Fax: 92 - 99 - 81 - 89
Price Range: Over $380
HILTON SYDNEY, 488 George Street, 577 Rooms.
An enormous renovation was carried out on this hotel, with the aim of setting new standards in luxury. The slick new design is immediately apparent and upgraded features include stylish interiors, quality furniture, LCD TV's and avant-garde Internet Protocol technology phones. Guests have access to the health clubs.
Tel: 92 - 66 - 20 - 00
Price Range: Over $380
SOFITEL WENTWORTH, 61-101 Phillip Street, 436 Rooms.
The Sofitel Wentworth building is a Sydney classic because of its curved, copper-clad facade. Inside, modern chandeliers feature hundreds of glass teardrops, and throughout the hotel, pale wood and rich, dark fabrics are used to maximum effect. They also offer live jazz and a DJ in the bar.
Tel: 92 - 30 - 07 - 00
Fax: 92 - 28 - 91 - 33
Price Range: Over $380
DARLING HARBOUR
CARLTON CREST HOTEL SYDNEY, 169-179 Thomas Street, 251 Rooms.
Located near Paddy's Market in Chinatown, this hotel is close to many city attractions. Part of the Crest is made up of the original 1902 Infants' Hospital Building. All rooms and suites are large and guest facilities include a rooftop pool, barbecue area and garden. The hotel specializes in arranging theatre tickets.
Tel: 92 - 81 - 68 - 88
Fax: 92 - 81 - 66 - 88
Price Range: $280 - $380
FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON, 161 Sussex Street, 630 Rooms.
With 630 rooms, the contemporary Four Points is Sydney's largest hotel. Located on the CBD side of Darling Harbour, it is close to the restaurant and entertainment precincts including King Street and Cockle Bay wharfs. The hotel is also an easy walk from the Queen Victoria Building and Town Hall Station.
Tel: 92 - 90 - 40 - 00
Fax: 92 - 90 - 40 - 40
Price Range: $280 - $380
HOLIDAY INN DARLING HARBOUR, 68 Harbour Street, 304 Rooms.
The location is great and so is the heritage-listed wool store that houses this hotel. The Holiday Inn has good facilities for business travellers with special executive suites. The restaurant offers a la carte and casual dining plus a breakfast buffet. Children eat for free.
Tel: 92 - 81 - 04 - 00
Fax: 92 - 81 - 12 - 12
Price Range: $280 - $380
STAR CITY, 80 Pyrmont Street, 480 Rooms.
You might think of it as casino tacky, but the hotel is first-rate, with stylish rooms and an endless list of facilities. Draw cards include king-size beds in the standard rooms, 13 restaurants and bars, 24-hour entertainment, a health club and 24-hour butler service. Choose between hotel and apartment-style accommodation.
Tel: 97 - 77 - 90 - 00
Fax: 96 - 57 - 83 - 45
Price Range: $280 - $380
NOVOTEL DARLING HARBOUR, 100 Murray Street, 525 Rooms.
These superstructure towers above the Harbourside centre at Darling Harbour are close to the Powerhouse and Maritime Museums. The four-star quality rooms are available in many different ranges and have views across the city. In cooler weather, guests avoid the unheated pool and play tennis instead.
Tel: 99 - 34 - 00 - 00
Fax: 99 - 34 - 00 - 99
Price Range: Over $380
BOTANIC GARDENS AND THE DOMAIN
HOTEL INTERCONTINENTAL, 117 Macquarie Street, 509 Rooms.
The foyer and lower stories of this luxurious hotel are made up of part of the old 1851 Treasury Building. Small music ensembles frequently perform in the lobby, where guests and visitors indulge in high tea, served on tiered cake stands. Well-equipped rooms have window seats, chaise lounges and fine views.
Tel: 92 - 53 - 90 - 00
Fax: 92 - 40 - 12 - 40
Price Range: $280 - $380
SIR STAMFORD CIRCULAR QUAY, 93 Macquarie Street, 105 Rooms.
There is a refined but relaxed air in this intimate hotel. The decor is built around the hotel's collection of 18th-century antiques, and fine art. Paying a little extra per night allows guests access to the Quay Lounge, and with it a host of benefits including complimentary breakfast, tea/coffee, drinks and faxes, plus limos.
Tel: 92 - 52 - 46 - 00
Fax: 92 - 52 - 42 - 86
Price Range: Over $380
KINGS CROSS AND DARLINGHURST
FORMULE 1, 191-201 William Street, 115 Rooms.
You can count on rooms being spic and span at this reliable budget motel chain. Located just down the hill from the famous Coke sign at the top of Kings Cross, it is close to the action. Rooms can accommodate two, three or four people for the flat room rate. Do not expect much here, they only have TV. Limited parking.
Tel: 93 - 26 - 03 - 00
Fax: 93 - 26 - 01 - 55
Price Range: Under $120
HOTEL ALTAMONT, 207 Darlinghurst Road, 14 Rooms.
At this fun budget hotel, all rooms have king or queen-sized beds and solid, comfy wooden furniture. There are discounted weekly rates and a few good quality backpacker rooms: they fill up quickly so book early. Formerly a Georgian mansion, the hotel now boasts a private lounge bar, The Diamante Lounge.
Tel: 93 - 60 - 60 - 00
Fax: 93 - 60 - 70 - 96
Price Range: Under $120
THE CHELSEA, 49 Womerah Avenue, 13 Rooms
At this beautiful guesthouse, decorated in French Provincial and contemporary styles, your stay is made tranquil by attentive hosts and a quiet street. Particularly popular with businesswomen, the property is gay and lesbian friendly. On-street parking is available nearby. Breakfast included in the price.
Tel: 93 - 80 - 59 - 94
Fax: 93 - 32 - 24 - 91
Price Range: $120 - $200
L'OTEL, 114 Darlinghurst Road, 16 Rooms.
This large terrace house has been converted into a designer hotel, with small but lovely rooms decorated in white French-Provincial style with painted furniture and art pieces. There is a hip bar and restaurant downstairs, and the hotel is close to Oxford Street's cafes and bars. The concierge can arrange tours.
Tel: 93 - 60 - 68 - 68
Fax: 93 - 31 - 45 - 36
Price Range: $120 - $200
REGENTS COURT, 18 Springfield Avenue, 30 Rooms.
An innovative team transformed this Art Deco gentlemen's chambers into a stylish boutique hotel, favoured by artists, actors and writers. Spacious and well-equipped, all studios have queen beds. A rooftop garden has lush plants and great views of the city. Cots and child-minding available.
Tel: 93 - 58 - 15 - 33
Fax: 93 - 58 - 18 - 33
Price Range: $120 - $200
MEDUSA, 267 Darlinghurst Road, 18 Rooms.
Medusa makes its own rules as only a boutique hotel can. An old Victorian row house has been transformed into a brightly-coloured miracle of modernism, with inspiration from Caravaggio's Medusa. Lindt chocolates and Aveda toiletries are complimentary, as is use of a neighbouring gym.
Tel: 93 - 31 - 10 - 00
Fax: 93 - 80 - 69 - 01
Price Range: $200 - $280
MORGAN'S, 304 Victoria Street, 26 Rooms.
This boutique Art Deco hotel is set in a leafy location in the cafe district. A garden courtyard and fountain add to the hotel's charm. Rooms have cable TV and fully-equipped kitchens, and some can accommodate a third person for an extra charge. It also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Tel: 93 - 60 - 79 - 55
Fax: 93 - 60 - 92 - 17
Price Range: $200 - $280
SIMPSONS OF POTTS POINT, 8 Challis Avenue, 14 Rooms.
A charming B & B at the "Paris" end of Potts Point, where the complimentary breakfast is served in a glass-roofed conservatory . Built in 1892 as a family residence, the hotel has been exquisitely restored and boasts elegantly designed rooms. Guests staying the the romantic Cloud Suite enjoy a private spa bath.
Tel: 93 - 56 - 21 - 99
Fax: 93 - 56 - 44 - 77
Price Range: $200 - $280
W SYDNEY, 6 Cowper Wharf Road, 100 Rooms.
This hotel's glamour and reputation as the coolest in Sydney makes up for the far from spacious rooms. Guests enjoy luxury robes and Aveda bath products, a fabulous cocktail bar and a row oaf great restaurants below on the finger wharf. All rooms are equipped with cutting-edge business technology and 27-inch TV screens.
Tel: 93 - 31 - 90 - 00
Fax: 93 - 31 - 90 - 31
Price Range: Over $380
PADDINGTON
HUGHENDEN HOTEL, 14 Queen Street, 35 Rooms.
This rambling old building, once a 19th-century family home, is restored to its original grandeur with beautifully carved staircases and marble fireplaces. Rooms are comfortably furnished and the restaurant is very good. Writers groups meet and artists exhibit their work here. Breakfast included in the price.
Tel: 93 - 63 - 48 - 63
Fax: 93 - 62 - 03 - 98
Price Range: $120 - $200
SULLIVANS, 21 Oxford Street, 64 Rooms.
Standard rooms at this friendly, family-owned hotel face the bustle of Oxford Street. It is worth paying a tiny bit more for a garden room that overlooks the courtyard and swimming pool. Guests can use the gym and bicycles. The restaurant, with its windows looking out onto the street, is great for people-watching.
Tel: 93 - 61 - 02 - 11
Fax: 93 - 60 - 37 - 35
Price Range: $120 - $200
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