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Our top choices for Watsons Bay hotels

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a city skyline in the distance.

1. Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
0.3 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Such an amazing location. Good public transport, and a great vibe in the restaurant"
Australia
Rodney
The price is NZ$560
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel
A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central fire feature, and a view of a city skyline.

2. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
4.5 star property
Mosman, 3.2 km from Watsons Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (987 reviews)
"Loved this stay"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is NZ$680
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
An outdoor patio with white furniture, including sofas and tables, under a covered area with a herringbone floor pattern.

3. The Albert Hotel Mosman

The Albert Hotel Mosman
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (388 reviews)
"The hotel is well appointed and located. The room was comfortable, bathroom even better. The hotel has a musty, damp odour however which was unpleasant. Improved with the a/c on but still lingered in the hallways and lift."
Australia
Catherine
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Albert Hotel Mosman
A table set for two with a view of a cityscape and water in the background.

4. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 6.9 km from Watsons Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,279 reviews)
"CBD location, near shopping areas and major attractions , staffs are friendly,"
United States
Jack
The price is NZ$437
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
A wooden barrel-shaped structure with a door, surrounded by outdoor seating and a view of trees and a building in the background.

5. Elysium Manly

Elysium Manly
4.5 star property
Manly, 5.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (399 reviews)
"Great location across from beach."
United States
Jenny
The price is NZ$430
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Elysium Manly
A view of Sydney's skyline with the Sydney Harbour Bridge and numerous boats.

6. View Sydney

View Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 6.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,629 reviews)
"Great place and amazing views of the Harbour"
United Kingdom
Roshan
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
View Sydney
A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows.

7. Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 6.9 km from Watsons Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,154 reviews)
"Good location, staff very helpful and friendly, would stay there again"
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$392
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Paradox Sydney
A person sitting by a window with a city view, holding a glass of wine.

8. Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 7 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,900 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Sonia
The price is NZ$394
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Shangri-La Sydney
A reception desk with a sign reading "The BAXLEY BONDI" in a modern interior with wooden flooring and a staircase.

9. The Baxley Bondi

The Baxley Bondi
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (404 reviews)
"The accommodation was beautiful! The staff were also very helpful, and I felt very safe as a solo traveller."
United Kingdom
Elen
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Baxley Bondi
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

10. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 6.8 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,451 reviews)
"Great location, nice rooms and always lovely & helpful staff"
Australia
Tiffany
The price is NZ$469
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
A night view from a balcony with a cityscape, including a bridge and waterfront buildings.

11. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

InterContinental Sydney by IHG
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 6.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Location, great staff and modern conveniences"
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$483
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, leather chairs, and pendant lighting.

12. Vibe Hotel North Sydney

Vibe Hotel North Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 6.7 km from Watsons Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location. Pool and gym are also great."
Australia
Jeff
The price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Vibe Hotel North Sydney
A deck with a sofa and potted plants, overlooking a city skyline and a bridge.

13. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
6.6 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, hotel is really nice and the staff are great."
Australia
John
The price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection
A balcony with a table, a bottle of champagne, a glass, a bowl of strawberries, and a view of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour.

14. Meriton Suites North Sydney

Meriton Suites North Sydney
5.0 star property
North Sydney, 6.4 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,455 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Mike
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Meriton Suites North Sydney
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a view through a sliding glass door.

15. Park Regis Concierge Apartments

Park Regis Concierge Apartments
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Watsons Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (552 reviews)
"The property was clean staff was friendly and check in was easy."
Australia
Penny
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Park Regis Concierge Apartments
A grand staircase with red carpet and black and white checkered steps, leading to an ornate ceiling with a central emblem marked '99'.

16. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.1 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,747 reviews)
"Great beautiful clean hotel and great location"
United States
Rohannie
The price is NZ$404
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a view of the Sydney Opera House.

17. Park Hyatt Sydney

Park Hyatt Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 6.6 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (367 reviews)
"I would describe a stay at this hotel in one word "perfect" Every single aspect is done to the highest possible standards. It's as good as any hotel I have ever stayed at"
United States
william
The price is NZ$1,615
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Park Hyatt Sydney
A modern kitchen with a bar area, green chairs, and a wine cooler.

18. Spicers Potts Point

Spicers Potts Point
4.5 star property
6 km from Watsons Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$569
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Spicers Potts Point
A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and signage for 'citi' and 'E.W. Walker'.

19. Citadines Walker North Sydney

Citadines Walker North Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 6.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (830 reviews)
"fantastic hotel, clean, new, great breakfast and bar area facilities. Our daughter particularly loved the free cold brew coffee on tap. Super helpful staff, and a fantastic location. Everything you expect and need, and nothing you don't. would stay again."
Australia
Tiffany
The price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Citadines Walker North Sydney
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small coffee table, a large window with curtains, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

20. Rydges North Sydney

Rydges North Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 6.6 km from Watsons Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (422 reviews)
"We love staying at this hotel. Always high quality in every respect"
Australia
Fay
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rydges North Sydney
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Compare popular hotels close to Watsons Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a city skyline in the distance.
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central fire feature, and a view of a city skyline.
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
987 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with white furniture, including sofas and tables, under a covered area with a herringbone floor pattern.
The Albert Hotel Mosman
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
388 reviews
View
A table set for two with a view of a cityscape and water in the background.
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
2,279 reviews
View
A wooden barrel-shaped structure with a door, surrounded by outdoor seating and a view of trees and a building in the background.
Elysium Manly
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
399 reviews
View

Top Watsons Bay Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"Close to Circular Quay and Opera house. Sound proof rooms, which are large and comfortable"
Mairaj 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Shangri-La Sydney

Other attractions near Watsons Bay

A pier extending into calm waters with a sandy beach and a city skyline in the distance.

Watsons Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Watsons Bay Beach during your trip to Sydney? Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the top-rated hotels near Watsons Bay?
Discover the top-rated hotels near Watsons Bay that provide excellent stays and amenities for travellers.

lyf Bondi Junction Sydney

With a remarkable review rating of 9.2, lyf Bondi Junction Sydney is a hotel located just 7.2 km from Watsons Bay. This hotel features a well-equipped fitness centre and convenient air conditioning for a comfortable stay. The on-site shopping centre adds to the convenience, making it an ideal choice for travellers looking for both relaxation and accessibility.

Edgecliff Lodge Motel

Edgecliff Lodge Motel offers a cozy stay with a review rating of 8.0 and is situated 7.4 km away from Watsons Bay. This hotel provides a range of amenities including free continental breakfast, a terrace, and in-room kitchenettes equipped with microwaves and refrigerators. Travellers can enjoy the flexibility of early check-in and late check-out, making it a practical choice for those exploring the area.
What are the best affordable hotels near Watsons Bay?
For those seeking affordable options near Watsons Bay, these hotels provide great value while ensuring a comfortable stay.

lyf Bondi Junction Sydney

Located just 7.2 km from Watsons Bay, lyf Bondi Junction Sydney is a stylish hotel with a remarkable travellers' rating of 9.2. Ideal for budget-conscious travellers, it offers complimentary WiFi and convenient air conditioning. Guests can also enjoy access to a fitness centre and onsite shopping, making it a great choice for a refreshing escape.

Edgecliff Lodge Motel

Edgecliff Lodge Motel is situated 7.4 km from Watsons Bay and boasts a solid review rating of 8.0. This hotel is perfect for those looking for budget-friendly amenities, including free continental breakfast and WiFi. With its late check-out option and a kitchenette in each room, travellers will appreciate the convenience and comfort it offers for a great stay.
Can I book a fully refundable hotel close to Watsons Bay?
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How much is a hotel near Watsons Bay?
Staying near Watsons Bay is a treat, with plenty of hotels from NZ$166 offering incredible amenities. If you're leaning toward a little luxury, prices can rise, especially in peak season. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy more options and potentially better rates, especially if you're planning a trip during weekends or around public holidays.