Best Where to Stay in Sydney (2026)
From the everyday to the indulgent, here are 209 of the best where to stay in Sydney. Each pick is scored on reputation, popularity and how current our information is, so you can choose somewhere brilliant without the guesswork. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, price or features.
Where you stay shapes the trip. Sydney's options run from central hotels within walking distance of the action to quieter neighbourhood stays and serviced apartments. Book early for peak periods and major events.
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209 spots
Meriton Suites Bondi Junction
Where to Stay in Bondi, Sydney.
Punthill Apartment Hotels | Parramatta
Where to Stay in Parramatta, Sydney.
Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
Warm quarters, some with balconies & harbour views, in a relaxed property offering an outdoor pool.
AN Oasis in The City, Bed & Breakfast
Beaches in Balmain, Sydney.
Meridian Hotel
$Asian fusion dining dished up in a contemporary setup with a laid-back vibe, plus live sports on TV.
Mantra Parramatta
Polished lodging offering studios & apartments with kitchenettes, plus a pool, a restaurant & a bar.
Mantra Chatswood
Stylish studios & apartments in a contemporary hotel offering an indoor pool, a bistro/bar & a gym.
Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG
Where to Stay in Chatswood, Sydney.
Mantra Sydney Central
Contemporary property featuring sleek rooms, suites & apartments, plus a Chinese restaurant & a spa.
Crown Hotel Surry Hills
$$Contemporary boutique lodging, with a sports pub with pool & multiple screens, plus an event space.
The Alison Randwick
Breezy rooms with minifridges in a relaxed guesthouse featuring a communal kitchen & a garden.
Holiday Inn & Suites Sydney Bondi Junction, an IHG Hotel
Informal hotel featuring understated rooms & suites with kitchenettes, plus parking & Wi-Fi.
Coogee Beach House
Simple dorms & private rooms in a casual hostel offering free breakfast, Wi-Fi & loaner surfboards.
Mercure Sydney Manly Warringah
Where to Stay in Manly, Sydney.
Urban Rest Parramatta
Where to Stay in Parramatta, Sydney.
Oaks Sydney North Ryde Suites
Airy quarters in a casual apartment hotel with a restaurant, an outdoor pool & BBQ facilities.
Nesuto Parramatta Apartment Hotel
Low-key studios & apartments in a casual hotel offering a restaurant/bar & an outdoor pool.
Azzurro Boutique Hotel - Surry Hills
Where to Stay in Surry Hills, Sydney.
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Read guide →Where to Stay in Sydney — FAQs
What are the best where to stay in Sydney?+
Our top-rated where to stay in Sydney are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sydney where to stay ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter where to stay by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many where to stay are listed in Sydney?+
We currently feature 209 where to stay across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.