Must-see hotels in New South Wales

  • Commercial Boutique Hotel

    New South Wales

    This handsome art-deco pub has been reinvented as a glamorous boutique hotel, with eight en-suite rooms in stylish '40s monochrome. The equally stylish…

  • Opal Caravan Park

    New South Wales

    This smartly planned and run bushland caravan park near the Lightning Ridge Bore Baths offers excellent modern facilities: self-contained cabins, a…

  • Bondi Beach House

    Sydney

    In a tranquil pocket behind Campbell Pde, this charming place offers a homey atmosphere decorated in beachy-botanical style with rustic-chic furnishings…

  • Best Western Bluegum Motel

    New South Wales

    Boasting a central location, set back from the Mitchell Hwy and across from a park, this excellent motel hasn't cut corners. Choose from seven room types…

  • Lindsay House

    New South Wales

    Built for a doctor in the closing years of WWI, this dignified old Armidale blue-brick house is surrounded by shady gardens and offers some of the town's…

  • Saltbush Motor Inn

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    Right in the centre of town, this lovely, well-maintained motel has compact, simply furnished rooms and an excellent two-bedroom family suite overlooking…

  • Grey Gum Lodge

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Enjoy serene valley views from the front verandah of this palm-draped wooden Queenslander-style house with six rooms with their own bathroom. Friendly…

  • Elements

    Byron Bay

    Behind 2km of Belongil dunes, with its own section of sand, Byron's biggest resort is home to over 200 private villas nestled in coastal bushland. While…

  • Q Station

    Manly

    Hidden away in shrubland rolling down to a beautiful harbour beach, the former quarantine station offers a wide variety of accommodation. Minibuses…

  • Glenella Guesthouse

    Blue Mountains

    Gorgeous, welcoming Glenella has been a guesthouse since 1909. There are several attractive lounge spaces, a stunning dining room and an ex-commercial…

  • Byron Beach Abodes

    Byron Bay

    A handpicked collection of Byron's best design-driven properties, Byron Beach Abodes attracts overseas guests, honeymooners and Sydney's fashion set. Each…

  • Old Clare Hotel

    Newtown & the Inner West

    A sensitive brewery-office conversion is now a 69-room hotel in a primo Chippendale location. Rooms are well back from noisy Broadway, high-ceilinged and…

  • Thungutti Camping Area

    New South Wales

    There are ten basic tent sites at Thungutti camping area near the New England National Park, 12km off the Waterfall Way and on a good gravel road. It is…

  • Mudgee Homestead Guesthouse

    New South Wales

    Set amid 40 acres replete with resident kangaroos, just five minutes from town, this classic country homestead boasts sweeping rural views from its big,…

  • Dive Hotel

    Sydney

    In a cracking location right across the road from the beach, this relaxed, family-run affair is, thankfully, very inaccurately named. Simple, likeable…

  • Retreat at Frog-Moore Park

    New South Wales

    Perhaps best described as 'futuristic bordello chic', the extravagant decor that greets you as you step inside the Retreat continues into five…

  • Whale Motor Inn

    South Coast NSW

    From the balcony views to the comfy beds and tasteful splashes of colour, the Whale is a standout among Narooma's many motels. 'Premier' rooms are a real…

  • Lane Cove River Tourist Park

    Sydney

    Have a back-to-nature experience in the heart of suburbia, staying in this campsite at Lane Cove National Park, 14km northwest of the CBD. There are…

  • Atlantic

    Byron Bay

    Converting Byron's older homes into boutique accommodation is a thing, and here, four different houses make up 28 rooms. Check online to see what grabs…

  • Tilba Coastal Retreat

    South Coast NSW

    It may be a few clicks from the coast, but this luxurious, yet affordable property set in rolling farmland is an astute choice for families, groups or…

  • Green Patch

    South Coast NSW

    The largest of the Booderee campsites and the only one to allow campervans, Green Patch is divided into two sections on either side of a lagoon. The…

  • Sapphire Waters Motor Inn

    South Coast NSW

    The pick of the town's more affordable digs, and resembling a row of terraced houses in England more than a motel, Sapphire Waters has ample rooms (more…

  • Cocora Cottage

    South Coast NSW

    At this heritage-listed B&B adjoining the courthouse, original features amplify the sense of intrigue, like exposed, convict-picked rock by the kitchen…

  • Seahorse Inn

    South Coast NSW

    At Boydtown, 8km south of Eden, the Seahorse Inn has a majestic waterside position with lawns running to the beach on Twofold Bay. Rooms are neat in a…

  • Bay Breeze

    South Coast NSW

    Balinese-style headboards and other stylish flourishes give rooms at the Bay Breeze a distinctive, luxurious air. Facilities at this boutique motel are…

  • Bannisters by the Sea

    South Coast NSW

    Luxury is always most delicious when it looks effortless, and these light-flooded rooms with tastefully beachy decor perfect the art. Balconies with…

  • Huskisson B&B

    South Coast NSW

    A beachy theme and kindly service make this boutique operation one of Huskisson's most characterful places to stay. There's luxury in all the right places…

  • Crown on Darby

    Newcastle

    Close to cafes and restaurants, this excellent modern complex of 38 apartments is right on Newcastle's coolest street. Studios are reasonably sized and…

  • Mad Monkey Backpackers

    Newtown & the Inner West

    There's a lot to like about this friendly, well-equipped hostel in a top location. Dorms are tight but have very decent mattresses, while bathrooms are…

  • Manly Bunkhouse

    Manly

    An easy walk from the beach, this laid-back hostel has a distinct surf vibe. High-ceilinged en-suite dorms have modern furnishings, plenty of room to move…

  • Bondi Backpackers

    Sydney

    Wake up to a view of Australia's most famous beach, grab your free surfboard, cross the road and jump into the waves…you're in backpacker dreamland, right…

  • Berry Village Boutique Motel

    South Coast NSW

    On the main road, this exceedingly well-run motel offers 25 rooms with rococo headboards and vintage style, almost all of them with balconies. The…

  • 101 Addison Road

    Manly

    This sumptuously decorated 1880s cottage is perched on a quiet street close to the beach and ferry wharf. The delightful host Jill only takes bookings for…

  • Mrs Banks

    Sydney

    A very cute conversion of a centenarian former Commonwealth Bank branch, this boutique hotel has 30 rooms that look very sleek in shades of grey and black…

  • Hideaway

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    This purpose-designed Bell Tent village popped up on a former caravan-park site, and makes the most of its 'steps to the beach' location. 'Deluxe' and …

  • Big Hostel

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    A bright and breezy, no-frills hostel with a rooftop terrace and a crowded but decent communal area and 24-hour kitchen. Dorms do the job, with lockers,…

  • Ulladulla Guest House

    South Coast NSW

    New owners have maintained the subtropical vibes at this cosy, resort-style B&B. Highlights include neat rooms laden with local art, and an exceptional…

  • Girragirra

    New South Wales

    Two luxurious and well-designed apartments make up this eco-farmhouse bushland retreat, located 4km out of Forbes' centre. Fourth generation farmers Wendy…

  • Black Sheep Inn

    New South Wales

    Black Sheep Inn is one of Orange’s best transformations, a century-old shearing shed has been converted into modern accommodation. The main house has five…

  • Grantham House Bed & Breakfast Canowindra

    New South Wales

    The beautiful Grantham House is managed by a charismatic hostess named Suzie, who ensures guests are comfortable and happy and cooks a mean gourmet…

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