Can you book a 5-star budget hotels in Sydney?

If you're looking to make your Sydney stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated budget hotels are Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park (£161/night), Paradox Sydney (£137/night), and Meriton Suites Zetland (£86/night).

How many budget hotels are there in total in Sydney?

There are 1,130 Sydney budget hotels available out of a total 4,541 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Sydney budget hotels?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite budget hotels in Sydney are Cambridge Lodge , Great Southern Hotel Sydney , and Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney . With a rating of 9.0/10, Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney is the highest-rated hotel.

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Falcon Lodge

Sydney, NSW, Australia

Located less than a 20-minute walk from North Sydney Railway Station, Falcon Lodge Sydney features a designated smoking area. This property is conveniently situated in North Sydney.

7.2

Good

199 reviews

Location

3.4 mi from city centre

£37

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Nightcap At Chester Hill Hotel

196 Waldron Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Boasting a coffee maker, Nightcap At Chester Hill Hotel offers premium 3-star accommodation. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, laundry facilities and free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

7.7

Good

546 reviews

Location

12.0 mi from city centre

£54

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The Alison Randwick

136-138 Alison Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Offering free Wi-Fi, this comfortable guest house is an easy car trip from Sydney. It also offers private parking on site and is a short drive from Paddington Reservoir.

Free Wi-Fi

7.9

Good

1020 reviews

Location

3.0 mi from city centre

£56

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The Capsule Hotel

640 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Located a short walk from Central Railway Station, The Capsule Hotel - Hostel is a convenient base while in Sydney. It also features a ticket service, an express check-in and check-out feature and free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

8.0

Excellent

2830 reviews

Location

0.1 mi from city centre

£27

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

717 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

This hip hotel is a short stroll from Sydney Chinatown, and offers free Wi-Fi. It is also a short car ride from Sydney Harbour Bridge and Australian National Maritime Museum.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

8.2

Excellent

5530 reviews

Location

0.3 mi from city centre

£56

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Native Rose Hotel

68 Victoria Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia

There are 6 rooms at Native Rose Hotel, each offering all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Free Wi-Fi

7.8

Good

172 reviews

Location

2.2 mi from city centre

£57

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790 on George Backpackers

790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Featuring free Wi-Fi, 790 on George Backpackers is located in Sydney and is a brief walk from Sydney Chinatown. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, laundry facilities and a 24-hour reception.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

Air conditioning

7.8

Good

2268 reviews

Location

0.3 mi from city centre

£54

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Cambridge Lodge

109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Providing free Wi-Fi, this comfortable hostel is an easy car trip from Sydney. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, a library and a ticket service.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

7.6

Good

1092 reviews

Location

2.6 mi from city centre

£38

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Cockatoo Island Accommodation

Sydney, NSW, Australia

Providing free Wi-Fi and outdoor tennis courts, Cockatoo Island is located an easy drive from Balmain and Sydney. The various amenities this beachfront property has to offer include a concierge, laundry facilities and an express check-in and check-out feature.

Air conditioning

8.5

Excellent

266 reviews

Location

3.0 mi from city centre

£37

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How much does it usually cost to stay at a budget hotel in Sydney?

On average, a budget hotel room in Sydney costs about £168 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was £155.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in Sydney?

April is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in Sydney, with average nightly rates around £59. Prices are highest in November, when rates rise to about £174 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Sydney budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Sydney are most affordable on Sundays, with average nightly rates around £81. Thursdays are usually the most expensive, averaging £196 per night.

How much is a budget hotel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Sydney tonight starting as low as £59, rising to an average cost of £285, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £24 for a 4-star budget hotel in Sydney for tonight.

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What’s the recommended booking timeframe for Sydney budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Sydney budget hotel at least 25 days before your stay.

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