what areas in sydney for a hotel

we are looking into going to Sydney in the end of December 2015 and some of the hotel prices are really high over $300 a night close to the harbor. Any suggestions for what areas would have more reasonable price hotel and we may not have a car still looking into whether we should rent a car...any suggestions would be appreciated

Hi,

Yes, Sydney is a very expensive place to stay, however, there are bargains to be had and the US$ conversion should be well and truly in your favour.

Here is a link to accommodation in Sydney...just enter the preferred dates. You can see all the establishments on a map as well.

You could either pick something in taxi distance of the Cruise Terminal or select a hotel near a train station that links to Circular Quay...if you're a bit adventurous.

we are looking into going to Sydney in the end of December 2015 and some of the hotel prices are really high over $300 a night close to the harbor. Any suggestions for what areas would have more reasonable price hotel and we may not have a car still looking into whether we should rent a car...any suggestions would be appreciated

If you rent a car in Sydney you will spend all day looking for somewhere to park it.:D

The inner city hotels may be a bit dearer but you save on transport costs as you just walk out of the hotel and its all there.

While we live in Sydney we often stay at the Holiday Inn Old Sydney in George Street at The Rocks the night before a cruise. This hotel is reasonably priced and is a very easy stroll (maybe 5 minutes) to the Overseas Passenger terminal. I agree that parking can be a problem and is very expensive. I'm not sure if this hotel has parking but you could have a look online.:)

I suggest only renting a car for when you are not staying in Sydney ' CBD.

However, if you are getting a rental car and wanting to stay in the CBD, I suggest getting a hotel with parking, it will be more expensive but cheaper in the long run when not having to worry about finding a park yourself.

Yes that's a fair comment. Hotel parking will probably be approx. A$20 to $35 each night but will still be cheaper in the long run than parking in parking stations.:)

Sydney has 2 really good YHA (Youth Hostels), reviewed as very clean and reasonably priced with private rooms available. One is close to Circular Quay and the other near Central Railway Station. And you don't have to be a youth to join.

Check out Sydney Harbour Youth Hostel if interested.

Hotel wise we have picked up good deals at Holiday Inn at the Rocks (very close to cruise terminal) and at Sir Stamford Circular Quay (a little further but walkable). Look for discount/offers.

Late December maybe very busy in the city hotels because of Sydney's New Year Eve celebrations and fireworks.

Wouldn't bother hiring a car. Sydney has a great ferry transport - destinations to Taronga Zoo, Darling Harbour, Manly, Luna Park to name a few. Free shuttle bus (555) Central Railway, via George St to Circular Quay. And a limited light rail system (trams) as well as a large bus and train network. You need an Opal card for travel on these (ferry, bus, train and light rail) and the offer at present is you can travel wherever and as much on the Opal network for $60 maximum cost per week. Private tour operators as well. Plenty to see around the city by walking as well.

Agreed, I wouldn't rent a car if staying in a city hotel. Too expensive, and no need as public transport serves well.

we are looking into going to Sydney in the end of December 2015 and some of the hotel prices are really high over $300 a night close to the harbor. Any suggestions for what areas would have more reasonable price hotel and we may not have a car still looking into whether we should rent a car...any suggestions would be appreciated

I STRONGLY suggest researching and booking NOW. At the end of December, peak school holidays, New Years, summer events etc Sydney is very busy. Accommodation will book out quickly or places will have a minimum night stay. The earlier you book for this time of year, the more likely you are to get in the location you want for an ok price.

And by all means use the website link posted above (wotif) to search and look for your accommodation, but also realise that this website charges the hotel 20% commission of the total price for bookings made through here. You're much better off using these websites to research and compare, then google the accommodation and book direct with them, you'll often get a better deal or free inclusions if you book direct. Even contact them and ask if they'll give you say a 10% discount if you book direct, saving them the commission of the third party website.

And by all means use the website link posted above (wotif) to search and look for your accommodation, but also realise that this website charges the hotel 20% commission of the total price for bookings made through here. You're much better off using these websites to research and compare, then google the accommodation and book direct with them, you'll often get a better deal or free inclusions if you book direct. Even contact them and ask if they'll give you say a 10% discount if you book direct, saving them the commission of the third party website.

A good strategy.:D

we are looking into going to Sydney in the end of December 2015 and some of the hotel prices are really high over $300 a night close to the harbor. Any suggestions for what areas would have more reasonable price hotel and we may not have a car still looking into whether we should rent a car...any suggestions would be appreciated

Sydney hotel prices get ridiculous near New Years Eve, especially anything near the harbour. You might want to consider somewhere just out of the CBD, that is on a train route. There are a couple of nice apartment hotels in Chatswood, The Sebel and the Mantra, that are close to the station.

Unless you want to travel outside of Sydney I wouldn't bother renting a car. Parking is expensive. You can get to most places by train, bus or ferry.

2 pretty good ones at a far price Travelodge Wynyard so nice and close to Station and no far from OPT.

Recently stayed at Grace in York Street very nice and also convenient.

And Holiday Inn the rock is over the road from OPT but about $250 a night.

And by all means use the website link posted above (wotif) to search and look for your accommodation, but also realise that this website charges the hotel 20% commission of the total price for bookings made through here. You're much better off using these websites to research and compare, then google the accommodation and book direct with them, you'll often get a better deal or free inclusions if you book direct. Even contact them and ask if they'll give you say a 10% discount if you book direct, saving them the commission of the third party website.

Yep, we use this strategy too.

Sydney is on a par with Hong Kong and Singapore, you don't get much of a room for under $200. Travelodge or Rydges are not bad. If you are in National Seniors you get free brekkie at Rydges, also join their priority guest club for better rate, 20% off meals and a free drink or two, plus earn points for free nights, meals, wine etc. We book a lot of nights with Rydges. In fact this Sunday/Monday night we are at Rydges at North Sydney.

I agree woth others, forget about taking a car into Steak and Kidney, hopeless, use ye olde CityRail system.

Sydney is on a par with Hong Kong and Singapore, you don't get much of a room for under $200. Travelodge or Rydges are not bad. If you are in National Seniors you get free brekkie at Rydges, also join their priority guest club for better rate, 20% off meals and a free drink or two, plus earn points for free nights, meals, wine etc. We book a lot of nights with Rydges. In fact this Sunday/Monday night we are at Rydges at North Sydney.

 

I agree woth others, forget about taking a car into Steak and Kidney, hopeless, use ye olde CityRail system.

Accor have a pretty good loyalty system too, if you can book far enough in advance.

And really there is no parking in the city.

Here is the DEAL... Holiday Inn - The Rocks, Sydney - best location..

go to Google,,, search, credit card for Holiday Inn... you will find several where you apply for a card, spend like 3K in three months, get 80K points.. then book Sydney for 35K per night... this is what I did... got the C/C spent the 3K in fast time to get the points.. put the card in the safe, paid the bill, got my points booked two night for FREE at HI in Sydney,,, I was very happy.... If your cruising,,, you can throw a rock from the Hotel and hit the ship when its in dock..

Hi There

Yes sydney is expensive, if your happy with a basic hotel with free breakfast try The Menzies. We are staying there with our children before and after our cruise in April. Got it for approx $150 a night.

I don't find Sydney for hotels more expensive than many international cities. In the past year or so, Amsterdam for about $250/night, Honolulu $300/night, cities like Paris and New York much more. And these were all good deals, at non-peak times (unlike end of year in Sydney!).

Sure, there are cheaper major international cities too, but no reason for us to be the cheapest.

If you just want somewhere to lay down (not sleep) and store some luggage for the night, there are plenty of really cheap places above pubs/hotels that cost less than $100 per night.:eek:

thanks for the suggestions I am still looking...prices are very high for this time of year

thanks for the suggestions I am still looking...prices are very high for this time of year

Prices in Sydney are always high. :)

 

Prices in Sydney are always high. :)

Yep, but you should try booking a hotel room in Anchorage during the northern summer - Yikes - makes Sydney look cheap.:eek:

Yep, but you should try booking a hotel room in Anchorage during the northern summer - Yikes - makes Sydney look cheap.:eek:

But in Syd it's year round, no low season.

While we live in Sydney we often stay at the Holiday Inn Old Sydney in George Street at The Rocks the night before a cruise. This hotel is reasonably priced and is a very easy stroll (maybe 5 minutes) to the Overseas Passenger terminal. I agree that parking can be a problem and is very expensive. I'm not sure if this hotel has parking but you could have a look online.:)

We are doing the same. Flight Centre organised it all with great rates, as we are flying in from Melbourne. First time at cruising - and really looking forward to it! Not long now.