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Hotels in Sydney rated best by other travelers

Rated by travelers as the best in the city, these stays all get 5 stars for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Spicers Sangoma Retreat - Adults Only

62.45 km from city center

$30,750

Per night

Crystalbrook Albion

1.03 km from city center

$2,377

Per night

Paradox Sydney

0.90 km from city center

$3,112

Per night

Spicers Sangoma Retreat - Adults Only

62.45 km from city center

$30,750

Per night

Crystalbrook Albion

1.03 km from city center

$2,377

Per night

Paradox Sydney

0.90 km from city center

$3,112

Per night

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Whether you're after 5-star comfort or ease on your wallet, we do the searching so you can sleep easy during your stay in Sydney.

Sydney: Getting around

Exploring the city

Sydney's public transportation system includes trains, buses, ferries, and light rail. The Opal card makes travel simple across all modes. Walking is pleasant around the harbor, and taxis or rideshares are widely available.

Sydney airports

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is the city’s main airport, located about 5 miles from the center. It's easily reached by train or bus.

Flights to Sydney from $18,984

Sydney car rental

Renting a car is great for exploring further afield—the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley, or coastal drives south to Wollongong. Many rental companies have desks at the airport.

Sydney car rental from $587 per day

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Highest-rated hotel	Spicers Sangoma Retreat - Adults Only – 4.9
Cheapest month to book	June
Average 4-star hotel price	$2,083 per night
Average 5-star hotel price	$4,661 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Sydney: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Sydney?

In Sydney, the expected average temperature in March is 21°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February, and the driest month is September.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Sydney with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Sydney hotel deal?

Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $144 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $4,152 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Sydney hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is $2,860 per night, and the average price on weekends is $3,020. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Sydney could be Monday.

What airports are the closest to the center of Sydney?

The nearest airport to Sydney is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 8.5km from the city center.

Other airports include:

Wollongong Airport, which is 86.6km from the city center.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Sydney?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Sydney, and the most expensive day seems to be Saturday.

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Sydney?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Sydney is currently around <a href="https://www.skyscanner.com.mx/mx/en-us/mxn/hotels/search?entity_id=27547097&checkin=2026-04-06&checkout=2026-04-07&adults=2&rooms=1&sort=-relevance&filters=%7B%22stars%22%3A%223%22%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$1,675</a> per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is $937 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Sydney?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Sydney is currently around <a href="https://www.skyscanner.com.mx/mx/en-us/mxn/hotels/search?entity_id=27547097&checkin=2026-04-06&checkout=2026-04-07&adults=2&rooms=1&sort=-relevance&filters=%7B%22stars%22%3A%224%22%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$2,502</a> per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is $967 per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Sydney?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Sydney is currently around <a href="https://www.skyscanner.com.mx/mx/en-us/mxn/hotels/search?entity_id=27547097&checkin=2026-04-06&checkout=2026-04-07&adults=2&rooms=1&sort=-relevance&filters=%7B%22stars%22%3A%225%22%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$4,279</a> per night, and the cheapest 5-star hotel we've found is $1,735 per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Sydney?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Sydney is June, with an average price of $2,795 per night. The most expensive month is March, when the average room rate can be up to $4,152 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels to fancy 5-star hotels.