East Sydney

Travel Guide

Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
The Classic shot of the opera house and harbour bridge from Mrs Macquaries's Chair just after sunset. #architecture
To see the famous sights of Sydney from the water without a hefty price tag, hop on the ferry to Manly Beach. It travels past Sydney's most iconic locations and is a fraction of the cost of a 'proper' cruise.

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At the moment and until June 8, Sydney is putting on the ritz with their annual light festival, Vivid. Every night from  6pm until midnight the city comes alive with a cacophony of light installations and interactive activities.  Rug up, wear your walking shoes and have a fabulous time.  #vividsydney #vividcanon #fssydney #goldenhour #colourful #stunningstructures

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo which includes a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for is ample dining options, picturesque gardens, and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Woolloomooloo
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is ¥32,321 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥32,321
¥35,553 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,560 reviews)
Staff gave us a special wonderful room with a few We really appreciate that and enjoyed our entire stsy.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is ¥23,928 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥23,928
¥26,321 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,594 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Ace Hotel Sydney

Ace Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
47 Wentworth Ave Sydney NSW
The price is ¥29,056 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥29,056
¥31,962 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (869 reviews)
Great hotel, very well located. Would definitely stay here again. We paid extra for the balcony but the view definitely wasn’t worth it.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Ace Hotel Sydney
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,422 reviews)
We complained that our room had not been properly cleaned. A boy was sent to rehoover the room.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue Potts Point NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (942 reviews)
Excellent!

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Regents Court Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,594 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

JEREMY

Go spend some time watching the surfers and all the yogis on Bondi Beach. It’s just a couple train stops and a bus ride from ibis budget east

4/5 - Good

Helen

Good restaurants within easy walking distance. Hotel room was compact, clean and comfortable.

Cities near East Sydney

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