{"id":3365,"date":"2017-08-03T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-08-02T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/?p=3365"},"modified":"2020-05-04T11:07:29","modified_gmt":"2020-05-04T01:07:29","slug":"sydney-top-picks-hotels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/sydney\/tips\/sydney-top-picks-hotels\/","title":{"rendered":"Sydney stays for any budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sydney<\/a> has a lot of awesome hotels to choose from. Like, a LOT<\/strong>. A-lot-a-lot. But don\u2019t get overwhelmed. Our Sydney hotel guru Scott is here to save the day with his top picks for bargain, plush, and super luxe stays. Thanks, Scott!<\/p>\n

Splash out – $$$<\/strong><\/p>\n

QT Sydney<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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When it comes to cool, one-of-a-kind stays, QT never fail to bring the fancy-hotel goods. And QT Sydney is no exception. Located in the historic Gowings building, next to the State Theatre, QT Sydney shows off its showbiz cred with a retro Hollywood design that includes faux fur throws, lightbulb-letter signs, rich dark-wood paneling, art deco d\u00e9cor, and cool modern art. Pamper yourself at spaQ – QT\u2019s lush day spa – with an indulgent massage or facial, or go old-school with a straight-razor shave from the on-site barber. Afterwards, grab a bite at the Gowings Bar & Grill, or sip a cocktail (or five) at the Gilt Lounge.<\/p>\n

The Residences Centennial Park<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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The Residences is a truly unique property that\u2019s perfect for weddings and special events. Instead of a room in a hotel, it offers a private parkland \u2013 your own exclusive corner of Sydney\u2019s famous Centennial Park \u2013 and two stunningly restored sandstone cottages. With full kitchens, huge bathrooms, and gorgeous gardens, they\u2019re kid-friendly, pet-ready, and awesome for group stays. When you\u2019re not celebrating (or just taking selfies. Because with that backdrop, why wouldn\u2019t you?), make the most of the parkland setting, with cycling, horse riding, rollerblading, BBQ spots, and playgrounds all available within the park.<\/p>\n

Ovolo Woolloomooloo<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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Sure, you could<\/em><\/strong> stay at Ovolo Woolloomoolo for the comfy king-sized beds, complimentary wi-fi, yummy free mini bar (with beer, wine, and snacks), fancy designer toiletries, fun Lo Lounge (with games and a pool table), and brilliant location. Those are all good, sensible reasons. But the real<\/em><\/strong> reason to check it out \u2018cause it looks awesome. Once an old wool-shipping warehouse, Ovolo Woolloomooloo mixes super high ceilings, exposed girders, and epic wharf-front views with bold colours, twinkling fairy lights, unique bed head art, and some of the coolest bathrooms you\u2019ll ever see. Oh, Ovolo. Why you gotta look so good?<\/p>\n

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Affordable gem – $$<\/strong><\/p>\n

North Sydney Harbourview Hotel<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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A stylish Sydney stay with epic Harbour views? Yes, please! Located in North Sydney, the Harbourview Hotel is a chilled-out alternative to the hustle and bustle of a CBD stay, just 10 minutes by train from the city-centre action. Relax at LB\u2019s Restaurant and Blues Bar, the yummy on-site restaurant, or get out and explore local faves like the Greenwood and Firehouse Hotels. PRO TIP: Make sure you check out Wendy\u2019s (not-so) Secret Garden, sneakily tucked away behind Luna Park. It belongs to Wendy Whiteley, wife of celebrated Aussie artist Brett Whiteley, and adds a little magic to any Sydney visit.<\/p>\n

The Grace Hotel<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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An elegant stay in a heritage-listed building with comfy beds and an awesome CBD location? Sounds pretty graceful! Get it? GRACEful. OK, that joke was lame. Which is a shame, \u2018cause The Grace Hotel is anything but. With its spacious rooms, free wi-fi, handy on-site gym, tasty buffet brekkie, and 24\/7 room service (and, seriously, did we mention that location?), it\u2019s a fantastic pick for business travellers and anyone who wants to stay in the thick of it.<\/p>\n

Larmont Sydney by Lancemore<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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Cool Potts Point location? Check. Newly renovated, with a stylish modern design? Double check. Pet-friendly, with a 24hr fitness centre, on-site parking, complimentary wi-fi, AND free yoga and pilates classes? Check and mate. For a taste of the Sydney good life in one of the city\u2019s most enviable suburbs, you can\u2019t go past the Larmont. It\u2019s a top pick for foodies, with on-site restaurant The Hyde serving up mouthwatering modern European cuisine (think fresh shucked oysters with lemon and lime, wild boar ragu with cocoa pappardelle, sheep\u2019s milk cheese with honey\u2026 *drool*) and some of Sydney\u2019s best bars restaurants right on its doorstep. Yum!<\/p>\n

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Bargain pick – $<\/strong><\/p>\n

Best Western Haven Glebe<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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Want a bargain modern stay in one of Sydney\u2019s coolest (and most convenient) inner suburbs? This is the place. Stroll to the CBD, or hop on one of the many buses and trams that run through the neighbourhood. The Best Western Haven Glebe is awesomely located for the University of Sydney and University of Technology, and it makes the perfect homebase for exploring the best of the Inner West. On Saturday morning, head to Glebe Public School to check out the famous Glebe Markets, then pop across the road to Sappho Books for some quality wine and reading time. Sydney weekend perfection!<\/p>\n

The Kirketon Hotel<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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Darlinghurst\u2019s Kirketon Hotel is a serious hidden gem. From as little as $150 per night, it\u2019s a sweet boutique stay in the heart of one of Sydney\u2019s hottest nightlife districts. By day, check out Paddington Markets (held every Saturday) and The Intersection (tr\u00e8schic!) or grab a bite at one of Darlinghurst\u2019s many<\/strong> awesome cafes. By night, get your cocktail fix at local faves Big Poppa\u2019s, Darlo Bar, or your brand-new local, Eau die Vie. Located on-site at the Kirketon, the Great-Gatsby-Meets-Weird-Science<\/em> vibe is truly unique, and the drinks are spot on. The fact that it\u2019s stumbling distance from your comfy hotel bed is just an added bonus \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

ibis Sydney World Square<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

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Three words: location, location, location. OK, so that\u2019s one word repeated three times, which is actually pretty obnoxious. But we had to do it. Situated at 382 Pitt Street, just across the road from the World Square shopping, dining, and, uh, fun-ing complex, Ibis Sydney World Square offers one of the most convenient locations \u2013 and some of the best value \u2013 in the CBD. The rooms are modern and comfy, and the iBistro buffet brekkie is top-notch. There\u2019s even a gym for when you\u2019re feeling virtuous. But who\u2019s got time for that on holiday?<\/p>\n<\/i> Book your next trip to Sydney! <\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Sydney has a lot of awesome hotels to choose from. Like, a LOT. A-lot-a-lot. But don\u2019t get overwhelmed. Our Sydney hotel guru Scott is here to save the day with his top picks for bargain, plush, and super luxe stays. Thanks, Scott! Splash out – $$$ QT Sydney When it comes to cool, one-of-a-kind stays, …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":3368,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[776,782,80],"tags":[],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3365"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3365"}],"version-history":[{"count":22,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3365\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7875,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3365\/revisions\/7875"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3368"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3365"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3365"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3365"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}