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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Sydney Olympic Park Half House - All Yours is set in Sydney. The property features garden and quiet street views, and is 2.5 km from Sydney Showground. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.8 km from Bicentennial Park.

Loved 🥰 the place . Was cozy and clean and i felt at home

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£145
per night

Located in Sydney, near Luna Park Sydney, Garden flat, NORTH SYDNEY is a historic guest house that features a garden. The property was built in 19th century and has accommodation with a terrace. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Great people, held my language till my flight left later in the day. Roomy, clean, in a great location.

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9.3
Superb
7 reviews

The homestay comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the homestay.

Central Station Sydney is 12 km from the homestay, while International Convention Centre Sydney is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 8 km from The South bay's home-Small RoomB.

Bathtubs and cozy common spaces

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

The homestay has a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette comes with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries.

The Royal Botanic Gardens is 3.3 km from the homestay, while Harbour Bridge is 3.8 km away. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from Paragon.

Central location. 5 mins work to Star Event,perfect for being the concert

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9.5
Exceptional
47 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

Bicentennial Park is 12 km from the homestay, while Australian National Maritime Museum is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 27 km from Shared Bright and Cozy Room in Parramatta CBD - close to everything.

Host Victor is excellent. He appreciate your privacy but at the same time, he is very nice person to gel with.

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

St Marks Randwick is a stylish guesthouse located just 20-minutes walk from Coogee beach and The Royal Randwick Racecourse. With public transport close by, it’s just 15 minutes by bus to the Sydney CBD and Sydney Harbour. Free unlimited WiFi is provided.

Great place to stay, kind staff!

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8.5
Very good
1,185 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Set in Sydney, 7.9 km from International Convention Centre Sydney and 8.5 km from Australian National Maritime Museum, Sunny Rooms Mascot offers a garden and air conditioning. The property is around 8.7 km from The Star Event Centre, 8.9 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 9.1 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Central Station Sydney is 6.8 km away.

The property is really cozy, clean and convenient also the staff is very friendly

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8.5
Very good
611 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Located in Sydney, 1.6 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.5 km from The Star Event Centre, Glebe House Homestay provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.5 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, 2.7 km from Central Station Sydney and 3.1 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and private check-in and check-out for guests.

I like the location, Glebe is beautiful district and close to uni, it important for student like me. Also there is a good kitchen with appliances, so you can cook easily. And there is a big common living room where I was able to study and work until the late night.

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8
Very good
111 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Located 15 minutes’ walk from Royal Randwick Racecourse, The Alison Randwick is a boutique guest house offering comfortable rooms with a flat-screen TV.

Renovated in November 2016, all rooms included premium bedding, air-conditioning, a small minibar refrigerator, flat-screen TV and free WiFi (up to 500MB per day.)

Clean rooms and shared facilities with soap and shampoo provided

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8.1
Very good
785 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Offering free Wi-Fi, Cremorne Point Manor is located in the lower North Shore of Sydney. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. Some rooms offer a spa bath or a hot tub.

The hotel was clean and perfectly located, only a 10-minute ferry ride from the Opera House. The view from the Cremorne Point Ferry Station is spectacular.

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8.4
Very good
809 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

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  • Garden flat, NORTH SYDNEY
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Sydney, near Luna Park Sydney, Garden flat, NORTH SYDNEY is a historic guest house that features a garden. The property was built in 19th century and has accommodation with a terrace.

    It was just what I needed for meetings in North Sydney.

  • The South bay's home-Small RoomB
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, The South bay's home-Small RoomB is located in Sydney. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Paragon
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 47 reviews

    Located in Sydney, 800 metres from Australian National Maritime Museum and 600 metres from The Star Event Centre, Paragon provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    lovely room. nice facilities. super friendly hostess!

  • Shared Bright and Cozy Room in Parramatta CBD - close to everything
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Boasting river views, Shared Bright and Cozy Room in Parramatta CBD - close to everything features accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 10 km from ANZ Stadium.

    Host Victor is excellent. He appreciate your privacy but at the same time, he is very nice person to gel with.

  • The South bay's home-Big RoomA
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a heated pool, inner courtyard view and a patio, The South bay's home-Big RoomA is situated in Sydney.

  • Randwick City Lodge 2
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 75 reviews

    Randwick City Lodge 2 in Sydney provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Jeff was really nice, the room is comfy and clean.

  • Parramatta Shared Apartment
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 56 reviews

    21 Sorrell is set in Sydney, 2.1 km from Rosehill Racecourse, 7 km from Sydney Showground, and 7 km from ANZ Stadium. The 5-star shared apartment is 8 km from Bicentennial Park.

    La habitación y el apartamento estaban muy limpios

  • Marine Parade
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 178 reviews

    Facing the seafront in Sydney, Marine Parade is a guest house, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and private parking. The property features sea and pool views, and is 300 metres from Manly Beach.

    Location was amazing . Out the door and we were snorkelling

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  • St Marks Randwick
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,185 reviews

    St Marks Randwick is a stylish guesthouse located just 20-minutes walk from Coogee beach and The Royal Randwick Racecourse.

    great location, nice room and friendly helpful staff

  • Sunny Rooms Mascot
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 611 reviews

    Set in Sydney, 7.9 km from International Convention Centre Sydney and 8.5 km from Australian National Maritime Museum, Sunny Rooms Mascot offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Convenience of being close to the domestic airport.

  • Glebe House Homestay
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews

    Located in Sydney, 1.6 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.5 km from The Star Event Centre, Glebe House Homestay provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a shared...

    Good location. Good value for money for a place in Sydney.

  • The Alison Randwick
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 785 reviews

    Located 15 minutes’ walk from Royal Randwick Racecourse, The Alison Randwick is a boutique guest house offering comfortable rooms with a flat-screen TV.

    Close to cafes, supermarkets and where our daughter lives

  • Shared Beachfront Living
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews

    Featuring inner courtyard views, Shared Beachfront Living offers accommodation with balcony, around 600 metres from Manly Beach.

    Angelina is a great host and the apartment is gorgeous.

  • Private Bath Ensuite Room Eastwood/MQ Uni park
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Set 10 km from CommBank Stadium, Private Bath Ensuite Room Eastwood/MQ Uni park offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Zion
    Budget options available
    5.3
    Scored 5.3
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 119 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Zion is situated in Sydney, 1.2 km from Luna Park Sydney and 4.4 km from Circular Quay.

    Came with friends and they liked the area, too. They had a good night’s sleep.

  • Kent Cosy House
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 140 reviews

    Kent Cosy House, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Sydney, 1.9 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum, 2 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales, as well as 3.2 km from Australian National...

    Perfect location. Close to everything everything was

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  • Stunning Queen Room 1Min Walk to Station with 55 Inch TV
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Sydney, 8.4 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 8.4 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, Stunning Queen Room 1Min Walk to Station with 55 Inch TV offers a garden and air...

  • Cozy, Bright and Best Value Gem at Potts Point - 2 km to Sydney CBD
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, Cozy, Bright and Best Value Gem at Potts Point - 2 km to Sydney CBD is set in Sydney, 1.4 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales and 2.7 km from Central...

  • 2 bedroom apartment with Garden views in Sydney
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Sydney, 11 km from ANZ Stadium and 11 km from Bicentennial Park, 2 bedroom apartment with Garden views in Sydney offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Seaside Escape
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Sydney, 600 metres from Bronte Beach and less than 1 km from Tamarama Beach, Seaside Escape provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    Bronte is beautiful and unit is just round the corner to the beach

  • Sydney Olympic Park Half House - All Yours
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Sydney Olympic Park Half House - All Yours is set in Sydney.

  • Penshurst Guest House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Featuring a terrace and views of garden, Penshurst Guest House is a recently renovated guest house located in Sydney, 14 km from ANZ Stadium.

  • modern 3 bedroom townhous in Ashfield
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Boasting garden views, modern 3 bedroom townhous in Ashfield offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 7.3 km from Central Station Sydney.

    The property was clean abs exceeded our expectations.

  • Private ensuite room in a beautiful nature area
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Sydney, 8.9 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 9.1 km from The Star Event Centre, Private ensuite room in a beautiful nature area offers barbecue facilities and air...

  • Cremorne Point Manor
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 809 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi, Cremorne Point Manor is located in the lower North Shore of Sydney. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator.

    Gorgeous, friendly staff, quiet, lovely furnishings

  • Lovely Room 1Min Walk to Station with 55Inch TV
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Sydney, 8.4 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 8.4 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, Lovely Room 1Min Walk to Station with 55Inch TV offers a garden and air...

  • Pyrmont Town House Homestay
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 133 reviews

    Pyrmont Town House Homestay features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Sydney, 800 metres from Australian National Maritime Museum, 600 metres from The Star Event Centre and less than 1 km from...

    The room was very clean and the host was friendly.

  • Charrington Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 877 reviews

    Just 450 metres from Chatswood Railway Station, Charrington Hotel offers rooms with a private balcony and free internet. It features a sunny terrace and a guest lounge with a fireplace.

    Breakfast was not provided.ovrrall was ok for the purpose.

  • Kent Terrace
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 312 reviews

    Providing city views, Kent Terrace is located in the Sydney CBD district of Sydney, 1.1 km from Circular Quay and 1.4 km from The Royal Botanic Gardens.

    Loved that it’s affordable accommodation in the heart of The Rocks

  • 2 Private Double Bed In Sydney CBD Near Train UTS DarlingHar&ICC&C hinatown - ROOM ONLY
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 31 reviews

    Set in Sydney, 1.8 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 2.1 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales, 2 Private Double Bed In Sydney CBD Near Train UTS DarlingHar&ICC&C hinatown - ROOM ONLY offers air...

    Location was very good! Clean and comfortable room.

  • North Ryde Guesthouse
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 341 reviews

    Offering accommodation with free WiFi, North Ryde Guest House is located in a quiet location, 6 minutes' drive from Macquarie Hospital, Macquarie Shopping Centre and Macquarie University.

    Handy to train and main roads Clean and comfortable

  • 1 Private Double Bed with En-suite Bathroom in Sydney CBD near Train UTS DarlingHar&ICC&C hinatown - ROOM ONLY
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 90 reviews

    Located in Sydney, 1.8 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 2 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales, 1 Private Double Bed with En-suite Bathroom in Sydney CBD near Train UTS DarlingHar&ICC&C...

    the staff is super kindly, and the bed is comfortable too

  • En-suite Guest Room Ryde/Macquarie Park/Eastwood
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review

    Featuring garden views, En-suite Guest Room Ryde/Macquarie Park/Eastwood provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 11 km from Bicentennial Park.

  • Studio in Hurstville
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Studio in Hurstville is set in Sydney, 15 km from Bicentennial Park and 16 km from Sydney Showground.

  • Perfect room for students or tourists
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews

    Offering garden views, Perfect room for students or tourists is an accommodation set in Sydney, 3.2 km from International Convention Centre Sydney and 3.6 km from Central Station Sydney.

  • Premier Leichhardt Stayz
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 21 reviews

    Situated within 5 km of Australian National Maritime Museum and 5.2 km of The Star Event Centre in Sydney, Premier Leichhardt Stayz features accommodation with seating area.

  • Pyrnmont Terrace & Townhouse
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 18 reviews

    In the Pyrmont district of Sydney, close to Australian National Maritime Museum, Pyrnmont Terrace & Townhouse features a terrace and a washing machine.

  • Spirit of Bondi Apartments
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 16 reviews

    Set in Sydney, 1.7 km from Tamarama Beach and 2.2 km from Bronte Beach, Spirit of Bondi Apartments offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Cloudy city
    Central location
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 4 reviews

    Cloudy city is located in Sydney, 2.8 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, 2.9 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum, as well as 3.1 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales.

  • Central of CBD
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 23 reviews

    Located in Sydney, less than 1 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and a 11-minute walk from Art Gallery of New South Wales, Central of CBD offers a terrace and air conditioning.

    The Host is friendly and accomodating.Location is perfect

  • 1 Private King Single Bed In Sydney CBD Near Train UTS DarlingHar&ICC&C hinatown - ROOM ONLY
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 18 reviews

    Situated in Sydney, 1.8 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 2.1 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales, 1 Private King Single Bed In Sydney CBD Near Train UTS DarlingHar&ICC&C hinatown - ROOM ONLY...

  • Boutique Private Room Situated in the Heart of Burwood - SHAREHOUSE
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 5 reviews

    Boutique Private Room Situated in the Heart of Burwood - SHAREHOUSE is set in the Burwood district of Sydney, 6.1 km from Bicentennial Park, 6.7 km from Sydney Showground and 7.2 km from Qudos Bank...

  • Paul’s Boutique
    Central location
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 188 reviews

    Offering a garden and city view, Paul’s Boutique is situated in Sydney, 1.2 km from Central Station Sydney and 2.6 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum.

    Good price and very clean. Would definitely recommend

  • BRID243FL-G - Converted Garage on Foss - King Bed
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3 reviews

    BRID243FL-G - Converted Garage on Foss - King Bed, a property with a terrace, is set in Sydney, 2.7 km from The Star Event Centre, 2.8 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, as well as 3.1 km...

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Homestays that guests love in Sydney

  • Avg. price/night: £57.39
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,674 reviews
    Great hostel, with good free food. People are nice and it feels like coming home to a big family.
    Simone
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £150.92
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 970 reviews
    Great location, very welcoming and pleasing staff. Shout out to Connie and entire front desk staff. Super helpful restaurant staff. Great host.
    Gauravjeev
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £98.88
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 715 reviews
    Good location, clean room, good host.
    Torben
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £87.95
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,563 reviews
    Very helpful staff and people staying here are easy to get along with. I do wish I stayed here longer than 1 night, it genuinely was a good hostel
    Katie
    Solo traveller
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews
    Excellent location, incredibly clean and comfortable and great host communication. I’m so picky, I’ve zero to recommend for improvement-this place is perfect! Rob has thought of everything you could need including make up remover and a clothes steamer. Perfectly appointed and beautifully organized-top scores! 10/10!
    Suzanna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £56.21
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,448 reviews
    A really good hostel to meet people, everyone is really polite , Marvin help me a lot with organizing in the hostel and have a great experience !!
    Tomas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £56.21
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,448 reviews
    It’s a really good hostel, especially the staff, are people that welcome you and make you feel comfortable at any time, I had a problem and julius solve it instantly!!
    Tomas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £56.21
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,448 reviews
    I love everything about this hostel! The staff are amazing, super friendly and helpful. Rooms are great and bathrooms/showers are always clean. My favourite is Sunday morning pancakes made by julius. My brother, great host and encourages everyone to participate. Great experience
    o neill
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £82.75
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 913 reviews
    Great hostel if your wanting to meet people, they held events every day morning and night apart from Saturdays. Location is right on bondi beach which was a dream to wake up to every morning.
    Jake
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.16
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 377 reviews
    There was very little to like about this hotel. I recommend you stay in a good hostel nearby, it will be cheaper and friendly and have better facilities.
    Jack
    Solo traveller

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