New South Wales Accommodation Guide
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New South Wales Accommodation Guide
New South Wales guide Australia’s cultural capital and home to some of the country’s most scenic views and locations, New South Wales offers a memorable experience, whatever your tastes. From Sydney’s thriving nightlife to the natural splendour of the Snowy Mountains, there’s something to suit the tastes of every traveller. New South Wales [ MARDI GRAS! ] From its controversy-stirring roots to its current status as a much-loved celebration of diversity, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has never been short of attention. Terry Stuart looks at one of New South Wales’ most vibrant institutions, its history and all its lovers and loathers. Few of the 1,000 lesbians and gay men who gathered at Taylor Square in Sydney’s inner-city Darlinghurst precinct at around 10pm on 24 June, 1978 could have imagined they were giving birth to the world’s largest night-time gay and lesbian celebration. They had come together for a festival and street parade down Oxford Street, then fast becoming the centre of Sydney’s gay night life. The parade was the final event of the Sydney gay movement’s participation in International Gay Solidarity Day. It began as a festive occasion, with people, some in costume, dancing and marching down Oxford Street. At Whitlam Square it transformed itself into a protest march when police prevented the parade from entering Hyde Park. It ended with a police blockade and riots in Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross and lesbians and gay men chanting and singing gay liberation songs outside Darlinghurst Police Station in support of the 53 arrestees inside. So the Mardi Gras tradition began. The ending of the first Mardi Gras guaranteed a second the following year and a third in 1980 - on one of the coldest nights of the year. In September/October 1980 three, often rowdy and bitter, public meetings resolved to move Mardi Gras to the end of summer as “a celebration and festival of coming out, its political goals to demonstrate the size of the communities, their variety of lifestyles and their right to celebrate in the streets, so as to enable the broadening of support for gay rights”. Celebration. Visibility. Diversity. The fight for rights. By defining Mardi Gras in these terms, the 1980 public meetings laid the foundations for Mardi Gras’ spectacular growth throughout the 1980s and 1990s, and not just in the parade. In the early 1980s, a post-parade party was introduced as a vehicle for fund-raising and crowd dispersal. In 1983 the Our Lives Ourselves Festival was held to coincide with Mardi Gras. That paved the way for the first Mardi Gras Festival in 1985. By the early 1990s, one Festival event, Fair Day, had established itself as the largest lesbian and gay daytime event in Australia. With growth has come evolution. In 1988, the Sydney Gay Mardi Gras became the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras. By the early 1990s Mardi Gras’ appeal was moving beyond Sydney as lesbian and gay groups from other towns, other states and other countries began taking part. In 1994 the parade was televised nationally for the first time. Of course, Mardi Gras has had its enemies. In 1984, the Sydney Anglican diocese unsuccessfully tried to prevent Mardi Gras assembling in Town Hall Square. In 1985 there were calls to cancel the parade because of the AIDS crisis. And there has always been Fred – the notoriously homophobic Reverend File Nile. Mardi Gras wouldn’t happen each year without the invaluable support of its volunteers. Each year more than 2,000 dedicated volunteers pitch in to pull off one of the world’s most spectacular festivals and parades. Many of them hail from the UK – a mix of backpackers and those who are on the annual working holiday pilgrimage down under. They perform a huge array of tasks from float building to general admin support. From its roots as a political demonstration, the parade has evolved to mean a thousand different things to millions of people the world over. It’s a powerful civil rights protest while being the biggest game of dress-up you’ve ever seen. It’s an extraordinary outlet for artistic expression as well as the opportunity to link with a community you may not have known existed twelve months earlier. The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras remains a potent symbol of resilience and determination. By bringing together the gay, lesbian, transgender, bisexual and queer communities, it demonstrates that there is unity and strength in diversity. 1 Accommodation Sydney $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] SYDNEY $ BUDGET Australian Sunrise Lodge trendiest parts of inner Sydney, it's a great location to start and finish your holiday! The safe, clean hostel is located within walking distance of Kings Cross train station and the City Centre, as well as most of Sydney's attractions. Amenities: Free Internet, free linen, plasma TV, laundry facilities. www.wizardofoz.com.au $ Dorms from $25 per night or $150 per week, Single rooms from $50 per night or $280 per week, Double/Twin rooms from $60 per night or $385 per week, Ensuite Family Room w/ Kitchenette from $30 per person per night Clean, spacious rooms and amenities to accommodate all types of guests. 485 King St, Newtown t: (+61) 295504999 e: [email protected] www.australiansunriselodge.com $ Shared bathroom: Single $69 per night, Double/Twin $89 per night, Three person room $109 per night. Private bathroom: Single $99 per night, Double/Twin $109 per night, Three person room $139 per night Located at Coogee Beach, only 200 metres from the beach and transport, Coogee Beach Wizard of Oz Backpackers is perfect for the budget traveller looking to combine comfort with convenience. The accommodation also features a large north facing backyard with built in BBQ facilities and rooms have fans. Double, twin and family rooms have a TV and some also have a fridge in the room. Hotel at great budget rates in a location where you'll be minutes away from all the attractions of the beautiful city of Sydney Amenities: TV, fan, laundry and clothes line, large communal lounge / dining and kitchen area. Just minutes away from Sydney CBD, Sydney Opera House on the sparkling shore of magnificent Sydney Harbour and everything else the beautiful city of Sydney offers, the bright, sunny rooms, complete with Queen size beds, television and most with private bathroom and balcony, look out over the hotel's leafy garden. Amenities: Refrigerator, hot water jug, tea & coffee, microwave, toaster, plates, cups, spoons. Guest facilities include a fully equipped shared kitchen. Billabong Gardens 5 Egan Street, Newtown t: (+61)295503236 e: [email protected] www.billabonggardens.com.au $ Doubles from $69 per night, Dorm beds from $23. Cheap weekly rates available for all accommodation. A funky inner-city boutique hotel/hostel popular with independent travellers. City Resort Hostel Situated in the bohemian night life area of Newtown, Billabong offers a superb experience for those who want to discover the real heart beat of cosmopolitan Sydney with a professional but laid back atmosphere and the city's best night life around the corner. 103-105 Palmer Street, Woolloomooloo t: (+61)293573333 e: [email protected] www.cityresort.com.au $ Dorms from $20 per night per person, Doubles/Twins from $32 per night per person, Singles from $53 per night. Low weekly rates available. Amenities: Free Internet terminals, free wireless Internet, kitchen, dining area, pool, TV lounge, laundrette, security lockers, BBQ facilities. Blue Parrot Backpacker 87 Macleay Street, Sydney t: (+61) 93564888 e: [email protected] www.blueparrot.com.au $ 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Share Bathroom $29, 8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite $29, 10 Bed Mixed Dorm Share Bathroom $25, 8 Bed Female Only Ensuite $29 One of Sydney's best-loved hostels and consistently rated one of the top hostels in the country! Centrally located in cosmopolitan Potts Point; one of the City resort provides budget accommodation in a central location with a strong emphasis on cleanliness Located just 7 minutes walk to the City Centre and 15 minutes walk to the Opera House we are a short stroll to all major attractions. Amenities: All rooms receive plenty of natural light and come furnished with TV, fridge, sink, wardrobe and shower (private rooms only). Free pick up (conditions apply), free Internet (wireless available) & DVD hire, free bread, coffee, tea & rice. Coogee Beach Wizard of Oz Backpackers 172 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee Beach t: (+61)293157876 e: [email protected] Dlux Budget Hotel 30 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross t: (+61)293317485 e: [email protected] www.dluxbudgethotel.com.au $ 4 Share Dorm $24 per night, 6 Share Dorm $22 per night, 8 Share Dorm $20, 10 Share Dorm $18, Double/Private/Twin $80 Experience the bohemian lifestyle of Sydney located in Potts Point next to the vibrant 24 hour nightlife of Kings Cross. The Dlux Budget Hostel is just a 10 minute stroll to city centre, Harbour Bridge, Opera House and a view of Sydney's iconic cityscape direct from their rooftop garden! Dlux suits every type of travellers, be they backpackers, couples or families. Amenities: A/C, ensuite, some with fridges and TVs. Famous Jolly Swagman 27 Orwell Street, Potts Point t: (+61)293586400 e: [email protected] www.jollyswagman.com.au $ Winter Weekly Rates Dorm $150 or $21 per night, Double/Twin $432 or $61 per night, Summer Rates Dorm $180 or $25 per night, Double/Twin $480 or $68 per night For over 20 years, the Jolly Swagman Hostel has been the heart and soul of the Australian backpacker world. The Jolly Swagman maintains a reputation for the friendliest staff, the cleanest beds and the best rates. It doesn't matter if you're travelling alone, because there's always a crowd going out with you to show you around, with the central location putting you in the middle of the energetic city centre of Sydney. Amenities: Free breakfast, free Internet, free beer vouchers, free pick-up. Nomads Maze Backpackers 417 Pitt Street, Sydney t: (+61)292115115 e: [email protected] $ 6 - 8 Bed Dorm from $21 per person, 4 - 5 Bed Dorm from $24 per person, 3 Bed Dorm from $26 per person, 2 Bed Dorm from 2 Accommodation Sydney $ Budget Accommodation Sydney $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] Surfside Backpackers Coogee Beach 186 Arden Street, Coogee Beach t: (+61)293157888 e: [email protected] www.surfsidebackpackers.com.au $ Dorms from $22 per person per night, Doubles/Twins from $50 per night, Family Rooms from $100 per night Live the city from the beach, world famous Coogee Beach! Located just 15 minutes from both the city and the airport, Surfside Backpacker is located on the world famous Coogee Beach where the beach and the surf is a lifestyle not just to be visited but lived. Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen, air con, TV/DVD/Foxtel lounge, Travel service with free travel planning, employment services, 24 hour Internet, free use of surfboards and snorkeling gear for our awesome beach. e: [email protected] www.ardmorehouse.com.au $$ Single $95 per night, Double $150 per night, Chauffeur driven guided tour of Sydney $260 for two, Guided tour of the Blue Mountains $360 for two Inner-city bed and breakfast accommodation with luxury tours available. Ardmore House is a fine example of the high Italianate style of architecture, common in Australia in the mid-late nineteenth century. Offering spectacular guided tours of both Sydney and the Blue Mountains, you can be guaranteed of a uniquely memorable experience. Amenities: Fire-places, luxury surroundings, semi-tropical garden, luxury tours available Y Hotel Hyde Park 5-11 Wentworth Avenue, Sydney CBD t: (+61)292642451 e: [email protected] www.yhotel.com.au $ Share accommodation $35 w/ breakfast per night, Ensuite $68 w/ breakfast Great value CBD hotel with comfy beds, warm and stylish interiors and a friendly atmosphere. The Y Hotel has a perfect parkside location and is surrounded by everything you could want including great shops, restaurants, Olympic Pool, Gym, jogging track, the park's gardens and galleries. All other Sydney attractions are also close by. $27 per person, Single Room from $37 per room, Double Room from $60 per room. Situated in the centre of Sydney's CBD is the cheapest, coolest place in Sydney to crash! We are Sydney's most exciting, most centrally located backpacker hostel available right in the heart of Sydney. We provide cheap, affordable, budget-style backpacker accommodation with some of the lowest rates available in Sydney, with great discounts available. Amenities:: Free airport transfer for stays of 3 nights or more, fully equipped kitchens, TV/Video lounge, free linen, towel hire, laundry and ironing facilities, hair dryers. Sinclairs Bondi 11 Bennett Street, Bondi e: [email protected] www.sinclairsbondi.com.au $ Prices start from $27.50 per night in low season to $95 for Double or Twin private ensuite Clean, comfortable budget accommodation in Sydney near the beach, shops and Sydney CBD. Located only 20 minutes from Sydney International Airport, Sinclairs of Bondi is the place to stay for travellers looking for comfortable accommodation within a 15 minute bus ride from the Sydney CBD and a short walk from the beach and shops. A budget range of single, double, twin and family room accommodation will suit your needs. Amenities:Café, guest lounge, Internet kiosk, guest kitchen, laundry and conference centre. $$ MEDIUM Alishan International Guest House Castlereagh Boutique Hotel 169-171 Castlereagh Street, Sydney e: [email protected] www.thecastlereagh.com.au $$ Standard Double for 1 or 2 $165 per night An elegantly restored, heritage-listed property ideally located in the heart of Sydney. 100 Glebe Point Road, Glebe t: (+61)295664948 e: [email protected] www.alishan.com.au $$ Ensuite single rooms from $88 per night, Ensuite double rooms from $99 per night The Castlereagh's stunning heritage architecture is accentuated by the elegant and luxurious furnishings, and comes combined with an ideal location near to Sydney's commercial, retail and entertainment centres. Rarely is accommodation with a perfect location and five star atmosphere offered at such an affordable rate. Near to everything but not in the middle of everything, Alishan is for the discerning traveller. Amenities: Restaurant, bar and club lounge. A thoroughly renovated Victorian mansion, complete with lush garden, Alishan is located in the historic inner-city suburb of Glebe, close to sidewalk cafés, coffee shops, pubs, art galleries, book shops, library, cinemas and Saturday markets, with Sydney just a 10 minute bus ride away. Amenities: Common kitchen & lounge room area, outdoor BBQ facilities, Internet kiosk & wireless Internet, laundry, tours desk Ardmore House 24A Albermarle Street, Newtown t: (+61)295162251 The Chelsea Guesthouse 49 Womerah Avenue, Darlinghurst t: (+61)293805994 e: [email protected] www.chelseaguesthouse.com.au $$ Single with shared bathroom from $93.50 per night, Queen from $143 per night, Queen Deluxe from $154 per night, King from $165 per night, Ensuite King Suite from $185 per night Centrally located, contemporary styled guesthouse on a quiet and leafy street in Darlinghurst Amenities: Remote colour TV, fridge, heaters, fans, electric blankets, tea and coffee facilities, cooking facilities, free continental breakfast. Surfside Backpackers Bondi Beach 35a Hall Street, Bondi Beach t: (+61)293654900 e: [email protected] www.surfsidebackpackers.com.au $ Dorms from $22 per person per night, Doubles/Twins from $50 per night, Family rooms from $100 per nighht Live the city from the beach, world famous Bondi Beach! Located just 20 minutes from both the city and the airport, Surfside Backpacker is located on the world famous Bondi Beach where the beach and the surf is a lifestyle not just to be visited but lived. Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen, air con, TV/DV/Foxtel lounge, Travel service with free travel planning, employment services, 24 hour Internet, free use of surfboards, bodyboards, roller blades and much more. 3 Accommodation Sydney $ Budget Accommodation Sydney $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] 4 Star Hotel offering quality family accommodation with views of Hyde Park. The Hyde Park Inn is a 92 room property in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District across from beautiful Hyde Park. For comfort, cost, facilities, location, transport and spectacular views of the city, the Hyde Park Inn is the place to stay in Sydney, with all guest rooms currently undergoing a complete soft refurbishment. Amenities: Cable TV, laundry facilities, A/C, self catering facilities, 24 hour reception desk, free in-house movies, conference centre. Kirketon Hotel 229 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney t: (+61)293322911 e: [email protected] www.kirketon.com.au $$ Rates available on request Voted one of the coolest boutique hotels in the world and past recipient of the Best Boutique Hotel Australasia award. An oasis of style, glamour and comfort, the Kirketon is set in the heart of Sydney's most vibrant suburb, Darlinghurst. Positioned on the doorstep of Sydney's café, restaurant, bar and club district, just moments from Oxford St and Kings Cross Station. Comfort comes as standard, as Premium rooms come with 1 Queen bed and Executive rooms come with 1 King bed. The Chelsea is within 200 metres of all public transport facilities. It is only a five to ten minute taxi ride and 20-25 minutes walking distance to the Central Business Distract, The Royal Botanic Garden, the Opera House and other Sydney attractions. Amenities: Breakfast included, wireless Internet, coffee making facilities, kitchenette, beach towels, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Devere Hotel 44-46 Macleay Street, Potts Point t: (+61)293581211 e: [email protected] www.devere.com.au $$ Rates from $109 for single/double/twin occupancy. Check website for more special rates. Simply comfortable and affordable accommodation, just 20 minutes walk to Sydney's city centre. With trains and bus stops just metres away, the 100 room boutique hotel is comfortably located in the leafy suburbs of Potts Point, with Sydney centre easily accessible. Popular restaurants, trendy cafés, pubs and clubs are all within the area, with other attractions like the Botanic Garden and the NSW Gallery all within walking distance. Amenities: Colour TV, reverse cycle A/C international direct dial telephone, refrigerator, combined bath & shower, tea and coffee making facilities. Goodlet Lodge 502 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills t: (+61)296981555 e: [email protected] www.goodletlodge.com $$ Single $80 per night, Twin $95 per night, Double $110 per night, King $125 per night, Weekly rate from $350, 10% surcharge for Public Holidays Hotel Stellar 4 Wentworth Avenue, Sydney t: (+61)292649754 e: [email protected] www.hotelstellar.com $$ Apartments from $149 per night Amenities: Superior linen, down pillows, Aveda toiletries, IDD phones with voice mail, hi-fi with CD player and VCR, mini fridge. A four star boutique serviced apartment hotel situated in the heart of Sydney's hotel precinct. The beautifully appointed studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments are located just off Oxford Street at Hyde Park in Sydney City, acting as a treasure to all travellers with generously sized rooms at a very affordable price. Amenities: Kitchentte, DVD player, free foxtel channels (Showtime, Showtime Greats & Sky News), direct dial telephones, mini bar, room service, Internet lounge, guests lounge, reverse cycle A/C. Hyde Park Apartments 38 College Street, Sydney t: (+61) 402902722 e: [email protected] www.sydney-vacation-rental.com $$ From $90 to $150 per night (subject to length of stay). Surcharge is applicable for public holidays, special events and long weekends. Privately owned studio apartments in central Sydney's 4 star Hyde Park Plaza Hotel. Just a 2 minute walk to Museum Station across the Hyde Park, 1 minute walk to bus stops and 5-15 minutes walk to all the city's attractions, the location and comfortable apartments are suitable for both short term and long term stay, be it for business or pleasure. Amenities: Roof-top heated pool, spa, sauna, gym facilities, A/C and heating, mini hi-fi, hairdryer, laundry facilities. Newly refurbished hotel nestled in the heart of Sydney Macleay Serviced Apartment/Hotel 28 Macleay Street, Potts Point t: (+61)293577755 e: [email protected] www.themacleay.com $$ Bridge or harbour view studios from $150 per room per night for 2 guests. District views (streetscape or no views) from $130 per room per night. Studio apartments best described as hotel rooms with cooking facilities, with stunning views of Sydney. The Goodlet Lodge consists of very clean ensuite rooms, complete with comforts like air-conditioning, colour TV, ceiling fan, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Travel is easy with a bus stop at the doorstep, but there are also a multitude of restaurants and bars situated nearby. Located 2kms Easy of Town Hall, it is possible to walk from the accommodation to Circular Quay in just 35 minutes through Royal Botanic Gardens. Surrounded by restaurants, cafés and bars, there is also the convenience of nearby transport to the city and major tourist attractions, making it the ideal place to stay. Amenities:Internet access, laundry services available, very close to multitude of restaurants, pub across the road with great chef. Harbour Breeze Lodge Amenities: In-room cooking facilities, secure underground parking, laundry facilities available, outdoor swimming pool, inroom broadband Internet connection and Internet kiosk. 5 Collingwood Street, Drummoyne t: (+61) 291812420 e: [email protected] www.harbourbreezelodge.com.au $$ Double rooms $90 per night, Single rooms $75 per night, Family rooms $110 per night The Russell Hotel Hyde Park Inn A large Victorian house converted into a guest house, ideal for business, students or holidaymakers. Rooms are varied, but all are of a good size, with the house able to cater to all guests, the employee on a work-related trip, to the travelling student and the family taking a summer holiday. Amenities: Laundry, BBQ, large, leafy gardens, wireless Internet broadband, kitchen facilities. 271 Elizabeth Street, Sydney t: (+61)292646001 e: [email protected] www.hydeparkinn.com.au $$ Standard rooms (maximum 5 people) from $165 per night, Deluxe rooms (maximum 5 people) from $176 per night, Two bedroom front apartments (maximum 4 people) from $264 per night 143A George Street, Sydney t: (+61)292413543 e: [email protected] www.therussell.com.au $$ Standard Double with shared bathroom $145 per night, Superior Double with shared bathroom $199 per night, Standard Double with ensuite $240, Superior Double with ensuite $260, Deluxe Double with ensuite $275, Suite $285, Studio $285 (all rates include breakfast) Warmth of character and old world hospitality characterise this 4 Accommodation Sydney $ Budget Accommodation Sydney $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] delightful small hotel in the heart of Sydney At the historic Russell Hotel you are surrounded by history, nightlife and the shopping attractions of the Rocks. Ideally located across from Circular Quay and an easy walk to the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city centre. The Russell Hotel's 29 rooms are each individually decorated. Amenities: Sitting room, rooftop garden, tour bookings, complimentary Internet access. Sovereign Inn Crows Nest 220 Pacific Highway, Crows Nest e: [email protected] t: (+61)299575744 www.sovereigninns.com.au $$ Queen Bed, Double and Twin Share rooms from $147 per night. Family Suites also available. A family owned and operated hotel situated on the highest point of Sydney's leafy Lower North Shore. Rooms come with magnificent panoramic views of Sydney City, the inner Harbour and Darling Harbour and beyond to the Blue Mountains, and the hotel is just a short stroll from the Crows Nest gourmet precinct. Amenities: Desk, desk lighting, Internet access, roof top pool, conference rooms, meeting packages available The luxury of the Coogee Beachouse is surpassed only by the spectacular views of the South Pacific Ocean. Guests can sit, relax and watch the whales go by or enjoy a leisurely cliff-top walk. Golf courses, restaurants, shopping and beaches are only minutes away and the Coogee Beachouse is 20 minutes drive from cosmopolitan Sydney city and International airport. Amenities: Private sundeck, double spa bath, air-conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, robes, TV/DVD, spa bath, balcony view. Coogee Sands Hotel & Apartments 161 Dolphin Street, Coogee t: (+61)296658588 e: [email protected] www.coogeesands.com.au $$$ Prices start at $150 per night in low season to $315 per night in high season. Visit website for more information A 4 star property of 80 studios and 1 bedroom apartments, just 20 metres from Coogee Beach. Located on one of Sydney's most beautiful beaches, the hotel is located halfway between the airport and the city (8kms each way) and is just 50 metres to public transport. The hotel is within walking distance to shops, cafés, bistros and restaurants, many offering charge back facilities. Often referred to as Sydney's best kept secret, Harbourside Apartments consists of studio, one and two bedroom apartments. Each apartment is serviced daily and features a fully equipped kitchen, with a waterfront pool and BBQ area for casual entertaining or relaxing. Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen, dual line telephone, broadband Internet access, CD player, cable TV, in-room safe, hairdryer and robes. Hughenden Boutique Hotel 14 Queen Street, Woollahra t: (+61)293634863 e: [email protected] www.hughendenhotel.com.au $$$ Rates range from $148 per night including breakfast to $388 per night including breakfast Gracefully restored Victorian Manor with all the charms of yesteryear and modern comforts of today. The Hughenden will make your stay in Sydney one to remember, comprising of 36 rooms which range from cosy double bedded rooms to Queen Victorian Rooms and King Deluxe rooms. All come with air conditioning, television, tea & coffee making facilities and telephone. Amenities: A/C, TV, tea & coffee making facilities, telephone, wireless broadband, conferencing facilities, 24 hr bar. Amenities: Reverse cycle A/C, kitchenette, ensuite bathroom, undercover car parking, sundeck with BBQ, room service for breakfast. The Grace Hotel 77 York Street, Sydney t: (+61)292726888 e: [email protected] www.gracehotel.com.au $$$ Rates available on request In the heart of Sydney's CBD, the elegant 4 1/2 star Grace Hotel is located only minutes walk from the city's best attractions. With a prime location situated close to Sydney's best shopping districts and all the attractions of Darling Harbour, Strand Arcade, Queen Victoria Building, Pitt Street Mall and King Street Wharf, the Grace Hotel offers 382 spacious contemporary guest rooms designed with the frequent traveller in mind. Amenities: Climate control, in-room safe, Refreshment Centre, mini-bar, ironing facilities, broadband Internet, gym, swimming pool, health spa, steam room and outdoor sun deck. $$$ LUXURY Coogee Beachouse 15 Garnet Street, Sydney t: (+61)293407311 e: [email protected] www.coogeebeachouse.com.au $$$ Penthouse studio for 2 people $250 per night Harbourside Apartments 2A Henry Lawson Avenue, McMahons Point t: (+61)299634300 e: [email protected] www.harboursideapartments.com.au $$$ from $187 for 2 people per night Offering all the comforts of home with a unique harbourside location to take your breath away. Regents Court 18 Springfield Avenue, Potts Point t: (+61)293581533 e: [email protected] www.regentscourt.com.au $$$ from $250 per night, with Front, Standard and Twin rooms available. Family owned and run, Regents Court is an inner-city oasis for bohemian travellers. A boutique hotel of studio apartments, each studio has a queen size bed, bathroom, kitchen & dining facilities, and an original work from the many artists who have stayed over the years. The establishment has a beautiful rooftop garden, complete with barbeque exclusively for guest use. Amenities: Wireless broadband, cable television, parking, rooftop BBQ 5 Accommodation Sydney $ Budget Accommodation Sydney Surrounds $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] The apartments come with a variety of options, with some overlooking bush reserve, lagoon and North Curl Curl Beach and some with garden views, but all are just minutes walk to the beach. It is also conveniently located just 8 minutes from cosmopolitan Manly and the ferry to the city, which takes only half an hour. SYDNEY SURROUNDS $ BUDGET Lane Cove River Tourist Park Plassey Road, North Ryde t: (+61)298889133 e: [email protected] www.lcrtp.com.au $ Pitches for tents and campers start at $34 per night for 2 people, cabins start at $121 per night for 2 people Amenities: Self-contained apartment (full kitchens/kitchenettes), washing machine, TV/DVD/VCR, separate bathrooms. Caulta Apartments Part of Lane Cove National Park and one of the most green parks in Australia, the park uses solar energy, harvested water for reuse in gardens and offers many native wildlife habitat areas to explore. 541 Church Street, Parramatta 148 Ocean Street, Narrabeen t: (+61)296540030 e: [email protected] www.caulta.com $$ 2 bedroom apartment sleeps 4 $130 per night, 3 bedroom apartment sleeps 6 $185 per night Amenities: 2 fully facilitated camp kitchens, swimming pool, wireless Internet, tours desk, TV room, night tour activities. Perfect apartments for sea side business travellers or families wanting a sea side holiday. Manly Backpackers Located by the sea in the suburb of Narrabeen or North of Sydney in Parramatta, the 2 and 3 bedroom apartments come complete with ensuites to the master bedroom, along with a full kitchen, internal laundry with dryer and lock-up garages. Just 10km from Sydney centre, the park accommodates all style of campervans and tens and has on site cabins for hire. 24-28 Raglan Street, Manly t: (+61)299773411 e: [email protected] www.manlybackpackers.com.au $ Dorms from $22 per night, Double & Twin rooms from $60 per night $$ MEDIUM The largest, most fun-filled hostel on Sydney's Northern beaches, just 100m from the beach. Ascot Motor Inn Thinking about an early morning surf, an evening swim, a stroll along Manly's famous promenade walkway along the beach or you need to get to Manly's huge selection of pubs? If you're staying at Manly Backpackers, you won't have to walk far, being located just a couple minutes walk to everything. Amenities: Free nightly events, free sports equipment hire, large TV/DVD room, bike/body board/roller blade/snorkelling equip. hire. Amenities: Full kitchen, internal laundry with dryer, lock-up garages, phone and Internet access. 18 Ingram Road, Wahroonga t: (+61)294873355 e: [email protected] www.ascotmotorinn.net.au $$ Standard single $95 per night , Standard Double $100 per night, Deluxe Queen $120 per night, Twin $130 per night, Family $189 per night A modern, comfortable standard of accommodation at an affordable price. Windsor Motel 54 George Street, Windsor t: (+61)245773626 e: [email protected] www.windsormotorinn.com $ From $72 per night A 3 star budget motel that combines value and comfort with modern facilities. 22 well maintained rooms in a modern and comfortable motel in a tranquil position, conveniently situated in the heart of historic Winsor. Windsor Motel is conveniently located, with a short walk to shops, restaurants and a range of recreation activities, as well as many other destinations. Amenities: 22 car parking spaces available within the property. A Wahroonga landmark, the Ascot Motor Inn is conveniently located at Pearce's Corner at the end of F3 Freeway, with the owners confident that guests will be delighted at the value, stating that their at their room rates will “beat any price”. Amenities: Colour TV, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryer, A/C, ensuite Beach House Sydney 28 Surf Road, North Curl Curl (near Manly) t: (+61)299385899 e: [email protected] www.beachhousesydney.com $$ Prices range from $616 per week - $1795 per week, depending on season. Visit website for further information Self-contained, 4 star rated, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments in a wonderful, family orientated beach location not far from the city. Jacaranda Bed and Breakfast 13 Brighton Street, Balgowlah t: (+61)299487948 e: [email protected] www.jacarandabandb.com $$ Double from $100 per night to $140 per night Self-contained accommodation in a quiet cul-de-sac that leads onto Balgowlah golf course. Set in a tranquil garden setting with a private entrance, accommodation consists of one bedroom with a king-size bed or two single beds, a separate bathroom and fully equipped kitchenette with parking available and public transport to famous Manly beach, restaurants and wonderful scenic walks just a block away Amenities: TV, DVD, ceiling fan and heater, microwave, fridge, laundry facilities, BBQ. Manly Lodge Guest House 22 Victoria Parade, Manly Northern Beaches t: (+61)299778655 e: [email protected] www.manlylodge.com.au $$ Accommodation to suit a range of budgets and requirements. Enquiries welcome. Located two streets south of the famous Manly Corso, Manly’s main shopping strip and entertainment area, and just 100 metres from spectacular Manly Beach. Manly is the best place to stay in Sydney, and Manly Lodge is ideally located within this stunning locale. Family owned and operated with great rooms and rates and a friendly no-fuss customer service that will have you coming back to this fantastic destination. Amenities: All rooms with ensuite, kitchenette, A/C, WiFi, telephone, ceiling fans, complimentary continental breakfast 6 Accommodation Sydney Surrounds $ Budget Accommodation Sydney Surrounds $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] Sydney Holiday Apartment Beachhaven Bed and Breakfast 45 Hammond Ave, Wahroonga t: (+61) 294872795 e: [email protected] www.sydneyholidayaccomodation.net.au $$ Seasonal tariffs vary from $165 per night to $225 per night. Minimum 3 night stay. 13 Bundeena Drive, Bundeena t: (+61)295441333 e: [email protected] www.beachhavenbnb.com.au $$$ 3 nights through the week $700, 3 nights on Fri/Sat/Sun $800 Apartments for the couple who would like to experience their Sydney Holiday Accommodation in a peaceful Australian bushland environment. A truly romantic escape to relax, unwind and rejuvenate. Large apartment (100sqm) for just one couple, situated on Sydney`s prestigious North Shore (which is 30 mins from the city), adjoining a National Park and built in the tree tops. This affords absolute seclusion and privacy with no sharing of amenities and the added enjoyment of the array of bird life. Beachhaven is a waterfront establishment, acting as a beautiful garden retreat overlooking a white sandy beach. Rated 5 stars by the AAA, it features two self contained suites with bath tubs for two and a hot garden spa overlooking the beach. Amenities: A/C, patio, private decks with outdoor furniture, beach shower, deck chairs. Amenities: Full kitchen, LCD TV with free cable, free unlimited broadband, free local phone, travel library, safe, washer/dryer, car parking. Windsor Terrace Motel 47 George Street, Windsor t: (+61)245775999 e: [email protected] www.windsorterracemotel.com $$ Standard Room $110 per night, Family Rom $170 per night Experience modern comfort and beautiful views in this historic 3 and a half star motel. Megalong Australian Heritage Centre Megalong Road, Megalong Valley t: (+61)247878188 e: [email protected] www.megalong.cc $$ Rooms from $85per person per night (includes breakfast), Lodge from $20 per person per night, Camping from $10 per night, Cottages from $195 per night Enjoy horse riding, Australian wilderness, and a unique farmstay rural life in the heart of the Blue Mountains at Australia’s finest horse riding centre. Superb horses to choose from, 2000 acres to explore, guided walks, horse riding lessons, lodge, guesthouse, cottages or camping. Its a total immersion in the Australian lifestyle and culture, just 2 hours from Sydney, in one of the premier destinations of Australia. Amenities: Horse Riding from hourly through to overnight adventure rides, open fireplaces both inside and campfires, bushwalking, whipcracking, guest lounge, Austar TV, Licensed Alfresco The Palms at Avoca Carolina Park Road, Avoca t: (+61)243821227 e: [email protected] www.palmsavoca.com.au $$ Family cabins from $120 per night (Peak Season from $170 per night) Overlooking the Hawkesbury River and out to the Blue Mountains, all rooms at the Windsor Terrace Motel are sure to take your breath away. Located close to the culture of the historic town's churches, museums and art galleries, as well as the adrenaline fuelled activities of white water rafting, canoeing and grass skiing. Amenities: Disabled rooms, A/C and heating, direct dial phones, breakfast to rooms, TV, radio, fridge, ample car parking. $$$ LUXURY .Allons Tarpeena Retreat 45 Titania Road, Oberon t: (+61) 263362291 e: [email protected] www.tarpeena.com $$$ Weekends $500 (two nights), Weekdays $400 (two nights), special weekday packages for three or more nights Romantic retreat for just one adult couple at a genuinely luxurious, self-contained sandstone cottage Set in 36 picturesque acres with magnificent views, this one bedroom cottage was awarded 19/20 by the highly regarded Sydney Morning Herald's 'Weekends Away' feature, the reviewer who visited anonymously wrote: “Obsessive attention to detail …. as close to perfect as can be reasonably achieved by humans” Amenities: Double spa bath, cosy woodfire, gas heater, gourmet kitchen and utensils, flatscreen TV, DVD, VCR, sound system, entertainment library. Berrilee/Berowra Waters Bed & Breakfast Jack Russell Road, Berrilee t: (+61)296551333 e: sandraneale@berrileebedandbreakfast. com.au www.berrileebedandbreakfast.com.au $$$ from $140 per night to $180 per night Enjoy our beautiful rural setting 2km to Berowra Waters and at the gateway to the majestic Hawkesbury River. This is a stunning location surrounded by a river gorge with excellent bush walking and fishing nearby. You can stroll through the landscaped garden and enjoy the serenity of alfresco dining on the patio, with the spacious, ensuite rooms offering all modern comforts. Amenities: TV/DVD, tea and coffee making facilities, landscaped garden, patio. A small sub-tropical paradise with an atmosphere of relaxation and tranquillity. Our self catering cabins make this the perfect family destination offering 2 bedrooms with a fully equipped kitchen and all necessary amenities for ideal comfort. There is also a pool and spa area, along with BBQ facilities and a children's playground, offering outdoor entertainment for everyone. Amenities: A/C, TV/DVD, outdoor deck, games room, common kitchen, pool and spa. Parkside Apartments 49-51 Grose Street, Parramatta t: (+61)298940751 e: [email protected] www.parksidesydney.com $$ 2 bedroom $132 per night, 3 bedroom $143 per night, 4 bedroom $180 per night. Minimum stay 3 nights Modern 2, 3 & 4 bedroom apartments located a short 10 minutes walk from Parramatta city centre. Fully furnished and serviced weekly, these modern apartments are fully furnished and serviced weekly, ideally located for guests wishing to enjoy Parramatta's city centre. Short and long term stays are welcome. Amenities: A/C, two bathrooms, colour TV, clock radio, telephones, gas cook top, oven, microwave. 7 Accommodation Sydney Surrounds $ Budget Accommodation Sydney Surrounds $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] Harbour and Manly. Manly Harbour Loft B & B is located just a 5 minute walk to Manly's famous beaches and ferries to Sydney city centre. Rooms come with a queen bed, complete with lounge, television, fridge, ensuite and balcony. Amenities: Tea & coffee facilities, fridge, toaster, ironing facilities, hair-dryer, reverse cycle A/C. Manly Surfside Holiday Apartments 96 North Stteyne, Manly Northern Beaches t: (+61)299772299 e: [email protected] www.manlysurfside.com.au $$$ Luxury 3 bedroom penthouse from $500 per night/$2,940 per week, Luxury 3 bedroom apartment from $400 per night/$1890 per week, Luxury 2 bedroom apartment from $300 per night/$1,575 per week An excellent base to take advantage of the unique attractions of Manly and its surrounding areas. This beautiful seaside suburb is known all over the world for its great surf and beach culture, with regular ferry services running between Manly and Circular Quay. Step outside of your apartment to take a relaxing scenic walk, jog or bike ride along the famous beachfront or even learn to surf. Bingle Tree Retreat 51 McClymonts Road, Maraylya t: (+61)245736611 e: [email protected] www.bingletree.com.au $$$ $495 per couple for a 2 night weekend stay, $330 per couple for a 2 night midweek stay A private spa cabin hideaway for couples in a beautiful bush setting Bingle Tree accommodations comes with all the inclusions you would expect from home, and all within a 50 minutes drive from Sydney CBD. Amenities: Bushwalking, tennis, spa, canoeing. Bundeena Beach Bed & Breakfast Bundeena Drive, Bundeena (+61)295279977 [email protected] www.beachbedandbreakfast.com.au $$$ 1 Night Midweek $240, 2 Nights Midweek $400, 2 Nights Weekend $480 (Weekend minimum 2 nights) Bundeena Beach B & B is perfectly located right on Bundeena's main beach, allowing guests to enjoy the idyllic surroundings Watch the world go by from your garden lounge, see the occasional dolphin swim by, swim in the crystal clear water, throw in a line to catch your dinner and then stroll along the beach at sunset before returning to your large, air-conditioned comfortable suite, complete with King size bed. Amenities: Two person spa, kitchenette w/ sink, microwave, refrigerator, sofa lounge, TV/DVD/CD, DVD library. Jonah's Restaurant & Accommodation 69 Bynya Road, Palm Beach t: (+61)299745599 e: [email protected] www.jonahs.com.au $$$ Ocean Retreat Room from $449 per couple per night, Penthouse from $499 per couple per night The perfect beachside escape, with an acclaimed restaurant and outstanding first class service. Amenities: Large living/dining areas, fully equipped kitchen and laundry, outdoor balcony/entertaining area, local restaurants offer a discount to guests. With seven luxurious suites, a penthouse and 'Jonah's Private', a secluded residence containing three stunning suites, Jonah's Restaurant & Accommodation provides top class living. Each suite features its own private balcony, Jacuzzi spa bath and 180° views. Amenities: Highly awarded restaurant, cocktail bar, amazing views, swimming pool, off street parking, room service, valet vehicle for local area, spectacular cliff top gardens, broadband access. Maclin Lodge Motel 38 Queen Street, Campbelltown t: (+61)246283788 e: [email protected] www.maclinlodgemotel.com.au $$$ Apartments - Prices start at $145 per night for 1 bedroom and $210 per night for 2 bedrooms. Motel rooms - Prices range from $90 to $170 per night. Motels Maclin Lodge is centrally located in the heart of Cambpelltown, within walking distance to all local attractions and transport. Maclin cater for every traveller imaginable, from individuals, families, overseas travellers, corporate to large groups, we have rooms specially designed to best suit your individual needs. Located just an hour from the Sydney CBD, a short drive will take you right into rural living and the majestic views that the local properties have to offer. Amenities: TV, reverse cycle A/C, separate bathroom, direct dial phones, tea and coffee making facilities, wireless Internet available, swimming pool. Manly Harbour Loft B & B 12 George Street, Manly t: (+61)299498487 e:[email protected] www.manlyloft.com.au $$$ from $120 a night to $190 a night Luxury accommodation with panoramic views of Sydney Tomah Mountain Lodge 25 Skyline Road, Mount Tomah via Bilpin 2758 t: (+61)245672111 e: [email protected] www.tomahmountainlodge.com.au $$$ $220 Double per night , $190 Single per night. Full country breakfast included. $55 Gourmet candlelit dinner per person (BYO alcohol) Approximately 1 hours drive from Sydney Harbour Bridge, ad a 2 minute drive from Royal Botanic Garden. A secluded mountain escape in a beautiful sunlit position, sometimes shrouded in mist, or a cloud you could touch, even an occasional snowfall. The birds & the wallabies of the mountain cannot resist a visit. Amenities: 3 queen rooms with private ensuite, 2 sitting rooms each with log fires, gourmet three course candlelit dinner available. Silvermere Guesthouse 1 Lake Street, Wentworth Falls t: (+61)247573311 e: [email protected] www.silvermere.com $$$ Double/Twin Room Monday-Thursday $170 per night, Double/Twin Room Friday-Sunday $250 per night, Minimum Two Night Stay Usually Applies A private country estate, ideal for touring the scenic Blue Mountains. Four and a half star (AAA) accommodation for singles through to small groups, perfectly located in the Blue Mountains for that special occasion, or weekend with friends to celebrate and relax. Amenities: Broadband access, fax and ISD phone available, close to national park walks. 8 Accommodation Sydney Surrounds $ Budget Accommodation North Coast $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] NORTH COAST $ BUDGET Madigan Vineyard 504 Wilderness Road, Rothbury, Hunter Valley t: (+61)249987815 e: [email protected] www.madiganvineyard.com.au $ Sunday - Thursday from $110 per couple for one night. From $330 per couple Friday & Saturday or Saturday & Sunday Amidst an ambience of seclusion and serenity, Madigan Vineyard provides tranquil, luxury accommodation. The four luxury cottages of Madigan Vineyard have been designed to enjoy the views of the vineyard. Contemporary in style, the cottages have interiors that take their inspiration from the country setting and have been created with its natural environment in mind. Amenities: A/C, luxury kitchen and bathroom, TV/VCR/DVD, CD stereo system, outdoor BBQ, Madigan wines to sample. Billabong Moon Mescal's B & B at Pampoolah 393 Hermitage Road, Pokolbin t: (+61)265747290 e: [email protected] www.billabongmoon.com.au $$$ 2 Bedroom Cottage $830 for weekend, $310 per night, 1 Bedroom Cottage $540 for weekend, $200 per night 53 Malcolms Road, Taree, Old Bar t: (+61)265578578 e: [email protected] www.mescals.com.au $$$ Executive Spa Suite from $195 per night, Queen Suite from $140 per night, King Single Suite from $140 per night Luxury accommodation offering privacy and tranquillity for the consummate Australian experience. A unique bed and breakfast surrounded by tranquil gardens and natural bushland. Billabong Moon is comprised of five secluded, fully self-catering cottages on 25 acres with king or queen beds, spa baths, wood fires, out door living, gas barbeques, breakfast provisions, wine and other needs included. Well located for activities, it makes for a truly Australian experience under romantic, starry skies. Super comfortable beds and sumptuous breakfasts in a child free haven, conveniently located 5 minutes from Taree, on the banks of the beautiful Manning River, and 8 minutes from the seaside haven of Old Bar beach. Catering for a maximum of 6 adults, this quality country retreat is the perfect 'home away from home'. Amenities: Swimming pool, golf putting green, hot tub, gas barbeques, fishing, forest walks. Bluegums Cabins Amenities: Ensuite, A/C, outdoor swimming pool, BBQ facilities, aqua golf, mini golf, laundry facilities, wheelchair/disabled friendly. 1953 Chichester Dam Road, Dungog t: (+61)249959339 e: [email protected] www.bluegumscabins.com $$$ Sunday-Thursday $198 per couple for one night, $155 per couple per night for two or more nights. $198/DBL/night for Friday & Saturday or Saturday & Sunday Spacious, cosy cedar cottages with an open plan layout, selfcontained kitchen and an ensuite bathroom. Experience the natural splendour of Barrington Tops, the nearby forests with their cascading falls and lookouts offer a number of splendid walks, varying from easy to for the fittest only. The self-contained cabins allow you to enjoy all the comforts of home and come complete with a Queen size bed and spa bath. Amenities: A/C, TV, DVD/CD player, full kitchen, complimentary farm fresh eggs, loaf and jams, shared recreation area (pool, tennis court, BBQ). Dooralong Valley Resort 1467 Dooralong Road, Dooralong t: (+61)243512611 e: [email protected] www.dooralong.com $$$ Rooms from $215 per night B & B for 1 or 2 adults, Cottages from $271 per night (two night minimum) B & B for 1 or 2 adults $$ MEDIUM Samurai Beach Resort 562 Gan Gan Road, Port Stephens t: (+61)249163400 e: [email protected] www.samuraibeachresort.com.au $$ 2 Bedroom Villa from $149 per night, One Bedroom Suite from $129 per night, One Bedroom Suite with Spa from $139 per night, Studio from $109 per night Port Stephens' newest resort offers the perfect escape to nature. Located only 7 minutes from the heart of Port Stephens, but still a world away from the bustle of city life, the resort is set in 8 hectares of stunning bushland and nestled on the edge of the magnificent One Mile Beach and Samurai Beach sand dunes. Amenities: Pool, spa, tennis courts, beach volleyball court, kids' bush golf, laundry facilities. $$$ LUXURY Between Waters Bed & Breakfast 246 Dora St, Dora Creek, Lake Macquarie e: [email protected] www.betweenwaters.com.au $$$ Monday to Thursday - $150 per couple per night, Friday to Sunday - $180 per couple per night (hot breakfast included for all guests) An award-winning Resort and Conference Centre situated on the Central Coast, just an hour's drive north of Sydney. Dooralong Valley Resort guarantees a unique experience for your next holiday or conference, featuring colonial style luxury cottages or hotel room accommodation and offering a host of onsite activities including horse riding, tennis, target golf, beach volleyball, bike riding, swimming pool, canoeing and bushwalking. Amenities: Onsite activities, swimming pool, animal farm, beauty/health spa, horse riding. Hunter Resort, Hermitage Road, Pokolbin t: (+61)249987777 e: [email protected] www.huntervalley.com.au $$$ from $198 per night Everything you're looking for in the Hunter, all at one resort. Featuring a huge variety of activities and services, the familyrun Hunter Resort features an onsite winery with daily tours, the Hunter Valley Wine School, Heavenly Hunter Massage Centre and a wide host of other activities to suit both the busy traveller and the guest looking for a relaxing visit. Amenities: Pool, tennis, heated spa, mountain bikes, board games, pool table, walking/jogging track. Monte Pio New England Highway & Dwyer Street, Rutherford t: (+61) 49325288 e: [email protected] www.montepio.com.au $$$ - Standard for $117 per night, Executive Room $132 per night, Family Room $127 per night, Family Suite $152 per night, 2 Bedroom Family Suite $222 per night, Spa Room $187 per night, Spa Suite $197 per night. A grand, atmospheric property in the heart of the magnificent Hunter Valley. Just 2 hours north of Sydney along the freeway, the historic Monte Pio is easy to find on the New England Highway and sits neatly between wine country, Port Stephens and the city of Newcastle. It really is the place to eat, meet and dine in the Hunter. Amenities: Off street parking, restaurant and bar, conference and function rooms, swimming pool, gym, outdoor spa, guest laundry, landscaped gardens and lawns, floodlit tennis court. Offers visitors an escape to a slower pace of life, within easy driving distance of Sydney. Our two suites offer sumptuous luxury surroundings to our guests, providing a relaxing, romantic atmosphere. Enjoy wine tasting in the world renowned Hunter Vineyards or explore the unique beaches, lakes, villages & towns of the area, with the opportunity to meet and feed the local grazing wild kangaroos. Amenities: Queen size bed, double spa bath, reverse cycle A/C, refrigerator, TV/DVD, fire place, kitchenette, fluffy bathrobes, hot breakfast included. 9 Accommodation North Coast $ Budget Accommodation North Coast $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] Star of the Sea Luxury Apartments 8 The Espalanade, Terrigal t: (+61)243857979 e: [email protected] www.staroftheseaterrigal.com $$$ 3 Bedroom units from $450-$500 per night, 4 Bedroom units $700 per night (mid week packages available) Star of the Sea is a 5 star World Class Resort situated just a 6090 minutes easy drive north of Sydney. Overlooking the famous Terrigal Beach, the 3 & 4 bedroom units comfortably sleep 6-8 guests so prove to be luxury accommodation at budget prices per person. Fully self contained, the apartments are absolutely perfect for holidaying family groups. Amenities: Indoor heated pool, outdoor heated pool, water slide, gym, steam room, tennis court, squash court, snooker room, BBQ area. Tallawalla Retreat and B & B 113 Old Coramba Road, Dorrigo t: (+61)266572315 e: [email protected] www.tallawalla.com $$ Ensuite Double $135 per couple per night, Family Room (sleeps 5) $135 per couple per night plus $50 per person extra per night With panoramic views over the plateau, it is the perfect place to unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. Guests to Tallawalla Retreat relax on their veranda, by the pool, or during winter, inside next to one of their wood fired heaters. A special feature of Tallawalla is the dining room, where guests can enjoy evening meals while soaking in the panoramic views of the plateau, and maybe also see one of our spectacular sunsets. Amenities: Afternoon tea and cooked breakfast included, solar heated pool, full size tennis court, wood fires in winter, tea and coffee available from kitchen at any time. Terrigal Lagoon Bed and Breakfast 58A Willoughby Road, Terrigal t: (+61)243847393 e: [email protected] www.terrigalbnb.com.au $$ $140 per room per night (Midweek), $180 per room per night (Weekend). Minimum 2 night stay. Quiet, leafy location, yet close to Terrigal Beach. Explore Central Coast beaches, or dine and shop in cosmopolitan Terrigal village. Perfect for a short, relaxed break, or as a base for trips to the Hunter Valley, Sydney and surrounds. The warm, friendly hospitality (and delicious breakfasts) ensure your enjoyable stay. Amenities: Queen rooms/ensuites, fans, A/C, TV/video, separate entry and sitting room, tea and coffee facilities, salt water pool, parking. Wild Edge Retreat The best possible facilities and first class service. 249 Narone Creek Road, Wollombi t: (+61)249983304 e: [email protected] www.wildedgeretrweat.com.au $$$ Rooms from $300-$450 per night (Mon-Thurs), $450-$590 per night (Fri-Sun) Abcot Inn has a total of 46 rooms, including Executive Queen Rooms, Spa Suites and rooms that feature kitchenettes or fully equipped kitchens. Located within a few kilometres of Cronulla Beach and Royal National Park and all the attractions of Sydney, the Abcot Inn also features outstanding sporting and conference facilities. Amidst an ambience of seclusion and serenity, luxury spa and pool spa pavilions. Amenities: Inground swimming pool, nearby tennis courts and golf courses, licensed restaurant, BBQ facilities. Located approximately five minutes from the township of Wollombi and its village, the Wild Edge Retreat is located at the end of a private 2.8km private road. Ideal for the weary urbanite looking to embrace tranquillity and totally relax, each pavilion has been designed to frame its view of the expansive landscape below. The Aalberg Amenities: Luxury surroundings, personalised rooms, some with hydrotherapy spa bath, timber deck, pool, private balcony, King size beds, fully furnished kitchens. SOUTH COAST $ BUDGET South Coast Travellers Rest Guest House 63 Princes Highway, Ulladulla t: (+61)244540500 e: [email protected] www.southcoasttravellersrest.com $ Single Bed for one person in a shared room of four or six $25 per bed per night, Double or Twin Rooms for two persons $55 per room per night. 8 Kirwan Close, Jindabyne t: (+61)264562647 e: [email protected] $$ 2 night weekend - 2 adults sharing from $125 per person, 3 adults sharing from $100 per person, 4 adults sharing from $92 per person A modern lodge located in the heart of the Snowy Mountains close to shopping and skiing. The Aalberg is close to Nuggets Crossing shopping centre in Central Jindabyne in the heart of the Snowy Mountains, and 15 minutes drive to the ski tube or 25 minutes drive to Perisher Blue Ski Resort or Thredbo Ski Fields. Rooms can accommodate from 2-5 people, configured to suit your requirements. Amenities: Ensuite bathroom, TV, hairdryer, mini-fridge, tea & coffee facilities, in house movies. A small, clean, self-catering and friendly guest house, very close to all attractions and entertainment. The South Coast Travellers Rest Guest House is close to all variety of amenities, including beaches and Aboriginal cultural walks and centre, with bed linen and bath towels, boogie boards, bicycles, beach towels and surf boards supplied free of charge. Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen, lounge, TV/video room, book exchange, laundry facilities, sunny veranda, large sundeck, outdoor gas BBQ, hammock garden. $$ MEDIUM Abcot Inn 410 Princess Highway, Sylvania t: (+61)29544644 e: [email protected] www.abcot.com.au $$ Standard from $89 per night, Deluxe from $94 per night, Executive from $110 per night, Spa Suite from $120 per night, Family from $145 per night 10 Accommodation South Coast $ Budget Accommodation North Coast $$ Medium $$$ Luxury New South Wales [ ACCOMMODATION LISTINGS ] A tranquil and unspoilt bush hideaway, just 2.5 hour from Sydney With 7 well-built rustic log cabins situated along 15km of crystal clear trout stream and 5 cottages with sensational mountain views, Turon Gates has long been an all-year round favourite holiday destination for many Australian couples and families. Amenities: Horse riding, trout fishing, bush walking, golf driving range. $$ MEDIUM Beaufort House 77 Tumut Street, Adelong t: (+61)269462273 e: [email protected] www.beaufort-guesthouse.com.au $$ Rooms from $125 per night to Suite for $165 per night Unique within the region, Beaufort House offers you a combination of accommodation. Consisting of boutique hotel style rooms and 4 motel units, Beaufort House allows you to take your pick and enjoy the ambience of the boutique hotel atmosphere or for those who enjoy a little privacy, a motel unit. Neither choice will disappoint, with all suites and rooms blessed with their own personality and ambience. Amenities: TV, mini-bar, fridge, toaster, microwave, heating and cooling, tea and coffee making facilities, Continental breakfast. $$$ LUXURY Country Guesthouse Schonegg Quest Wollongong 59-61 Kembla Street, Wollongong t: (+61)242211500 e: questwollongong@questapartments. com.au www.questwollongong.com.au $$ One bedroom apartment $240 per night, Two bedroom apartment $340 per night Spacious, contemporary one and two bedroom serviced apartments in the heart of Wollongong's central business district. Comfortable accommodation that's just an easy stroll to all the restaurants, café hubs, shopping, beach and entertainment delights that Wollongong has to offer, as well as a sports & entertainment centre that lies within a five minute walk. Conveniently, all forms of public transport are in close proximity. Amenities: Internet facilities, meeting room. Terralong Terrace Apartments $$$ LUXURY Back Forest Retreat 38 Back Forest Road, Back Forest t: (+61)244224166 e: [email protected] www.bfr.com.au $$$ Cottage $120 per night for a couple plus $30 for each additional person. $30 per night surcharge for school holidays. $50 surcharge for one night bookings. Weekly specials - five days for the price of seven. Two beautiful mudbrick cottages close to the Shoalhaven River, Seven Mile Beach and Berry Located on five acres of land, overlooking river flats and Coolangatta Mountain, the comfortable, open-plan living and ideal location of the Back Forest Retreat allows you to fish, canoe, walk, ride bikes, enjoy wineries, surf, play golf, go for scenic drives, explore markets and much more! 129 Terralong St, Kiama t: (+61)242323711 e: [email protected] www.terralong.com.au $$ Apartments from $160-$350 per night, discounts for longer stays Amenities: Gas stove, instant hot water, microwave, fridge, barbecue and bush-slab table, games, TV, VCR/DVD, entertainment library, wi-fi. Fully furnished, self contained spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom serviced apartments in central Kiama. 22 Reserve Drive, Bateau Bay t: (+61)243326887 e: [email protected] www.bateaubaybeachfront.com.au $$$ Beachfront Studio Spa Suite from $250 to $380 per couple per night, Poolside Studio Spa Suite from $200 to $320 per couple per night Just 1 and a half hours from Sydney by car or train on the spectacular south coast of New South Wales. All apartments have fully equipped kitchens, reverse cycle aircon, large balconies, cable TV, DVD players. Walking distance to train station, harbour, beaches, cafes, shops, clubs, leisure centres Amenities: Solar-heated pool, BBQ facilities, tour information / bookings desk. Close to golf courses, tennis courts, wineries, coastal and bush walks. 381 Hillview Drive, Murrumbateman t: (+61)262270344 e: [email protected] www.schonegg.com.au $$$ King Rooms - Single from $160 per night, Double from $180 per night, Queen Rooms - Single from $140 per night, Double from $160 per night Winner of the Canberra Region Visitor Experience Tourism Award annually since 2004. Country tranquillity, culinary bliss and modern elegance in the heart of Canberra's cool climate wine district. Luxuriate in your private spa, unwind in Schonegg's air-conditioned guest lounge or take in the panoramic views of Lake Hillviews and the hills beyond from your deck. Amenities: Continental or cooked breakfast included, private air-conditioned guest lounge, home theatre, slow combustion fire, veranda, a la carte restaurant. Bateau Bay Beachfront Luxury Spa & Sauna Couples Accommodation 4 and a half Star Romantic Luxury Spa & Sauna Couples Accommodation Offering luxury accommodation opposite Bateau Bay Beach on the Central Coast, 2 hrs north of Sydney, Bateau Bay Beachfront Luxury Spa & Sauna Couples Accommodation is ideal for a romantic getaway, featuring a salt water swimming pool, split system A/C and fully equipped kitchenettes. Amenities: Large TV & CD/DVD, fully equipped kitchenette, oval spa, hot breakfast included. HEART OF THE COUNTRY $ BUDGET Turon Gates Turon Gates Road, Capertee t: (+61)263590142 e: [email protected] www.turongates.com $ N/A - website details rates Mona Country Manor House Kings Highway, Canberra t: (+61)248421288 e: [email protected] www.mona.com.au $$$ 3 room villa $350 per room per night, $550 per room for 2 nights, 4 room villa $300 per room per night, $500 per room for 2 nights A luxurious country retreat that provides a haven from the hurlyburly of modern city life and its unavoidable pressures. The three room Coachhouse Villa accommodates up to six in three spacious king bedrooms. The four room Stables Villa accommodates up to eight in four individually styled king bedrooms. Each Villa has a central lounge/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. Amenities: Lounge/dining area, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor tennis court, croquet terrace and lawn, billiard table. 11 Accommodation South Coast $ Budget