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Sydney Hotels, Sydney Accommodation
Sydney's rampant
charge to make sure that there are enough quality beds available in the
city for when the Olympics crowd arrive, has ensured that you will have
no trouble in finding a place to stay, whenever you choose to visit.
Most of the works have now been completed, and with the scaffolding
down, the renovations have revealed excellent places to stay, regardless
of any constraints on your wallet.
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Starting in the City
Centre, let's look at The Arrons Hotel. It's conveniently located
in Sydney Central, close to several of the city's major tourist
attractions, Darling Harbour, the theatres, cinemas, entertainment and
convention center, numerous restaurants and public transportation. It's
also quite reasonably priced.
The international
chains are, as you would expect, well represented. Take the Holiday Inn at
Potts Point 203 Victoria Street, Potts Point NSW 2011 (02) 9368 4000, Fax:
(02) 9267 4119, e-mail: hotelres@hipps.com.au for example.
This is a 280 room
hotel located in the Kings Cross area with quality restaurants, cafes, and
entertainment close at hand. It is handy for the CBD which can be reached
on foot, or in a matter of minutes from the nearby
CityRail station
(Bondi Junction Line). There are no great surprises at the hotel, which
offers all the services that you would expect from a well-appointed
international chain. An overnight package, including breakfast for two,
will set you back $AUS 145.00 per couple. The Airport Express will drop
and pick up at this hotel.
Staying in the
Cross, the Gazebo Hotel, 2 Elizabeth Bay Road, Kings Cross NSW 2011, (02)
9358 1999, Fax: (02) 9356 2951, e-mail: Sydney@gazebotels.com.au is based
in a distinctive round tower which has become something of a local icon.
It boasts the "Windows Over Sydney" restaurant with views over the
harbour, and also the ubiquitous rooftop pool.
If you want views,
go for the older tower which has reasonably small rooms. If space is a
more valuable a commodity in your book, then opt for the newer wing.
Facilities are fairly rudimentary, but the hotel has as greater an
atmosphere as you could hope for in a 1960s tower.
Prices start from
$AUS 145 for a weekend deal in a superior room.
The Manhattan
Park Inn was built in 1927. This three-star tourist hotel offers 140
comfortable rooms, standard and bay views.
The hotel reflects
the art deco style and is centrally located in the historic suburb of
Elizabeth Bay, close to all major tourist attractions, the CBD and cafe,
bar and entertainment precinct at Kings Cross.
All rooms feature
individually controlled air conditioning/heating, direct dial telephone,
refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, guest laundry, tour desk,
and 24-hour reception.
If you fancy
discovering the delights of Double Bay, then the Savoy Double Bay Hotel,
41-45 Knox Street, Double Bay NSW 2028 (02) 9326 1411, Fax: (02) 9327 8464
is a good option.
Describing itself as
"small and affordable" this is in a more laid back and attractive part of
town, with a range of cafes dotted around a pleasing bay. There are 39
rooms on offer here, located around ten minutes from the CBD, courtesy of
taxi, bus or ferry. Facilities are pretty standard (en-suite,
air-conditioning, secure parking available) and prices range from $AUS 185
for a basic double and $AUS 195 for a family room.
The Sheraton On the
Park 161 Elizabeth Street, NSW 2000, Tel: (02) 9286 6663, Fax: (02) 9286
6683, e-mail: meagan_bryant@sheraton.com is another international option,
boasting 560 rooms. It has two restaurants and a coffee lounge, and is
also home to a health club with indoor, heated pool. This is a good choice
for those who want to be in the heart of the city, though remember that a
lot of the action takes place in the Cross and other outlying areas. That
said, there are cinemas and other entertainments nearby, and Darling
Harbour, the Opera House and the Harbour are a comfortable city stroll
away.
Staying in the
reasonably pricey range, Beach lovers will enjoy the Swiss-Grand Hotel
Bondi Beach, Campbell Pde (junction with Beach Rd) Bondi Beach, NSW 2026
Tel: (02) 9365-5666 Fax: (02) 9130-3545, E-mail: sghbb@onaustralia.com.au.
This is located right on the beachfront at the world famous Bondi Beach,
but if salt water isn't your thing then there is a choice of rooftop and
indoor swimming pools, and a Jacuzzi. Tennis courts and a golf course are
close at hand (at extra cost), and if you are here for the Olympics, Bondi
is home to the beach volleyball event (much to the dismay of a number of
locals!). You will pay for the location - prices start from $260 per
double.
At the other end of
the scale, Cremorne Point Manor, 6 Cremorne Road, Cremorne NSW 2090, Tel:
(02) 9953 7899, Fax (02) 9904 1265 will put you and your partner up for
$AUS 90 per night. Cremorne Point is a quiet part and reasonably
self-contained suburb on the north shore. All rooms feature en-suite
facilities, tea-making facilities and colour TVs. Some have harbour vies
and the family suite, complete with kitchen, sleeps four for $AUS 105.
If you want to keep
the city at arm's length, Cronulla to the south, is a possibility. It is
about 45 mins from the city by rail or car and you can see the skyscrapers
on the horizon as you look north. It is a pleasant area with a selection
of quality restaurants and cafes, and there is less of a crush during the
high season. Rydges Cronulla Beach will put you up on one of its eleven
storeys for between $AUS 140 and $AUS 235. It has a bar and restaurant,
and the room rate includes a buffet breakfast. Captain Cook's landing site
at (the rather industrial) Botany Bay is nearby. Scuba diving and fishing
are amongst the local activities on offer.
Those who want to
rub shoulders with the rich and famous should make tracks for Tropique at
Palm Beach, 40 Ocean Road, Palm Beach NSW 2108, Tel: (02) 9974 4482, Fax:
(02) 9974 5980. This suburb is located on the north shore and is very
select indeed. Some of the country's most well heeled property owners have
set up (one of) their homes here, and with good reason. The beach is
gorgeous, and the local area has some sophisticated spots to grab a bite
to eat. Prices in this complex start from $AUS 170 per night, with a
continental breakfast thrown in.
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The Gemini Hotel
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The Gemini Hotel
offers superb accommodation at a nice price. With spectacular city and
ocean views, this first-class hotel offers fully refurbished guest rooms
for a relaxing holiday or business trip. It is ideally situated for
visitors to the area and has a welcoming atmosphere with friendly and
hospitable service. The hotel has excellent facilities as well as
comfortable guest rooms and public areas.
Finally, for
something a little different, if you fancy staying with some genuine
Aussies, think about At Home Down Under, PO Box 149, Mosman NSW 2088, Tel:
(02) 9960 4481, Fax: 9969 3145, E-mail: villageoffice@ozemail.com.au. They
will put you in touch with Aussie families who throw their doors open to
visitors and treat them to that world renowned hospitality. There is a
range of homes on offer in a number of different areas - and you are more
likely to see the real city this way. Homes are available for short or
long-term stays, and can include swimming pools and private bathrooms.
Prices start from $AUS 110 a night.
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