East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes, a city and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House featuring cbd, a skyscraper and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House which includes a bridge, a bay or harbour and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes and interior views
Sydney Opera House which includes a city, interior views and modern architecture

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo showing a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street Surry Hills NSW
The price is NZ$187 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$187
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Cute hotel in a very convenient space. Room was small and a bit musky but didn't spend much time there. Bar and café in the building was convenient.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

ADGE Hotel & Residences
The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

4 out of 5
90 William Street Woolloomooloo NSW
The price is NZ$224 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$224
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very clean and tidy hotel and rooms. Easy location for walking and convenience for what stay was for

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is NZ$346 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
NZ$346
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,436 reviews)
Room was beautiful front desk staff lovely. The restaurant staff could use some training. But the rest was beautiful

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Shangri-La 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 3.5-star aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,387 reviews)
Everything was excellent

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

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 4-star aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (934 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great amenities on a secure site, in a great location. Room was generally clean but a few nooks and crannies need a little attention.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Regents Court Sydney
Cozy Studio in the heart of Potts Point

Cozy Studio in the heart of Potts Point

Potts Point NSW
Stay at this apartment in Sydney. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay are located ...
Cozy Studio in the heart of Potts Point
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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Activities

Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
55
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
78
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Favourite place to stay

5/5 - Excellent

Jb

Go to every festival you can

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Walk around some of the backstreets also visit the old Darlinghurst gaol

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

nothing special

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

dirty & gringy but hey!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lack of parking very annoying.

Cities near East Sydney