This is our list with cool, unusual and unique hotels near Ryde, Sydney. We have also included accommodation in apartments, villas, historic buildings, romantic hotels, boutique hotels and holiday homes. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Situated in the heart of Surry Hills in Sydney, Crystalbrook Albion offers accommodation with an eclectic mix of heritage and contemporary details. It features a 24-hour desk with a team of hosts available to offer individualised service, a rooftop garden oasis with views over Surry Hills and Sydney city and an honour bar featuring top-shelf beverages and gourmet nibbles. The hotel is also partnered with Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef, TerraCycle, OzHarvest and Containers for Change. The boutique hotel is housed within a unique heritage building, full of history, dating back to its original construction in 1903 as a former school convent. Cyrstalbrook Albion offers sustainability initiatives, including no plastic straws, water bottles or guest-room key cards, using technology to reduce paper and providing large-pump amenities bottles. Cyrstalbrook Albion features a variety of guest rooms, which all feature air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. The property was transformed into a modern boutique hotel in 2018, largely influenced by 1920's and 1970's styles of interiors. Cyrstalbrook Albion is located in the vibrant inner-Sydney suburb of Surry Hills, which is home to a range of food and beverage offerings a short walk away, such as Chin Chin, Firedoor and Nomad. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 7 km from Crystalbrook Albion.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most beautiful, well designed and historic boutique hotel in Sydney. Soooo nice!
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Featuring a casino, a day spa and 20 bars and restaurants, The Darling at The Star is just 650 metres from Cockle Bay. It offers modern rooms, some with views over the city skyline, while others look towards Pyrmont and surrounding suburbs. The rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV, an iPod docking station, minibar, tea-and-coffee maker and safety deposit box. Each air-conditioned room features luxurious bathrobes and Egyptian cotton sheets. The Darling Sydney is 8 minutes’ drive from Sydney Opera House and The Rocks historic district. Sydney International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. The Sydney International Convention Centre is just 10-minute walk away. Guests can relax in the Turkish bath, or enjoy swimming in the scented outdoor pool with its own bar. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception and valet parking. The hotel has a wide range of restaurants such as celebrity chef Luke Nguyen’s Fat Noodle. Rock Lily Bar offers live music and an extensive selection of tequilas.Show full description
This luxury hotel is one of the most popular in Sydney among couples!
Holiday Home. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Putney Grand Waterview & Garden is situated in Sydney. 7 km from Sydney Showground and 7.1 km from ANZ Stadium, the property features a garden and a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.4 km from Bicentennial Park. The spacious holiday home with a balcony and garden views has 5 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Qudos Bank Arena is 7.5 km from the holiday home, while Western Sydney Stadium is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 21 km from Putney Grand Waterview & Garden.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Popular among women. Nestled within Taronga Zoo and overlooking Sydney Harbour, Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is an eco-retreat offering stylish accommodation in a relaxed bush setting. Located in Sydney, the property features a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms and suites offer bush land, animal or harbour views. All rooms have a private bathroom, a seating area, flat-screen TV, a safe and free WiFi. Included for guests is complimentary access to Taronga Zoo. guided tours, parking, and buffet breakfast. Dinner is also available at the on-site Me-Gal restaurant with views of Sydney Harbour. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga also features a shared lounge area which includes a bar and an outdoor terrace with city and harbour views. Taronga Zoo is a not-for-profit organisation and all revenue from the Retreat goes towards Taronga’s important wildlife conservation programs. Circular Quay is 4.2 km from Wildlife Retreat at Taronga and the nearest airport is Sydney's Kingsford Smith Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. In a central area of Sydney, located within a short distance of The Royal Botanic Gardens and Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Terrace Boutique in the Heart of The Rocks offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. It is set 1.6 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales and provides a lift. The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Harbour Bridge. Australian National Maritime Museum is 3.3 km from the apartment, while International Convention Centre Sydney is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 13 km from Terrace Boutique in the Heart of The Rocks.Show full description
Villa. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Putney Brand New Luxury House Pool & Waterview is situated in Sydney. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.4 km from Bicentennial Park. The spacious villa has 10 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests can also relax in the garden. Sydney Showground is 7 km from the villa, while ANZ Stadium is 7.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 21 km from Putney Brand New Luxury House Pool & Waterview.Show full description
Apartment. Superior Putney Studio, Short drive to Parklands and Olympic is situated in Sydney, 7.2 km from ANZ Stadium, 7.5 km from Qudos Bank Arena, and 11 km from Western Sydney Stadium. The property has garden and quiet street views, and is 7 km from Sydney Showground. With free WiFi, this apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.4 km from Bicentennial Park. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Australian National Maritime Museum is 12 km from the apartment, while The Star Event Centre is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 21 km from Superior Putney Studio, Short drive to Parklands and Olympic.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Nice style. Great value. Popular among couples. Spicers Potts Point is situated in Sydney, 1.7 km from Circular Quay. Guests can enjoy a drink in the guest bar, breakfast in the garden courtyard or host a small meeting in a private room. Sydney Opera House and Capitol Theatre are both 1.8 km from Spicers Potts Point. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, just 8 km from the property. Spicers Potts Point is comprised of 20 guest rooms housed within the 1880 Victorian Terrace House with a textured laneway outlook. These former Sydney townhouses are surrounded by fashionable shops, cafes and restaurants and offer convenient access to Sydney’s world class attractions.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in Sydney, 7.6 km from Sydney Showground and 7.7 km from ANZ Stadium, KozyGuru Ryde Cosy 2Bed Apt Free Parking NRY241 offers air conditioning. The property is set 8 km from Qudos Bank Arena, 11 km from Western Sydney Stadium and 12 km from Australian National Maritime Museum. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Bicentennial Park is 7 km away. The accommodation is non-smoking. The Star Event Centre is 13 km from the apartment, while International Convention Centre Sydney is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 21 km from KozyGuru Ryde Cosy 2Bed Apt Free Parking NRY241.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Cozy stylish home in Rhodes, a property with a terrace, is set in Sydney, 5.1 km from Sydney Showground, 5.2 km from ANZ Stadium, as well as 5.6 km from Qudos Bank Arena. The air-conditioned accommodation is 4.5 km from Bicentennial Park, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The apartment has a hot tub and a lift. The spacious apartment with a balcony and river views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Western Sydney Stadium is 13 km from the apartment, while Australian National Maritime Museum is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 22 km from Cozy stylish home in Rhodes.Show full description
Apartment.Romantic. Great location. Popular among women. Right in the heart of Sydney, situated within a short distance of Hyde Park Barracks Museum and Central Station Sydney, Sydney Cosmopolitan CBD Apartment offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The apartment features an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and a lift. The spacious apartment with a balcony and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some fruits. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the apartment. Popular points of interest near Sydney Cosmopolitan CBD Apartment include Art Gallery of New South Wales, The Royal Botanic Gardens and International Convention Centre Sydney. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, February 2024. Located in Sydney, 4.1 km from Bicentennial Park and 4.7 km from Sydney Showground, Exquisite High-End Retreat in Rhodes offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment is equipped with 3 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.8 km from ANZ Stadium. Qudos Bank Arena is 5.1 km from the apartment, while Western Sydney Stadium is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 21 km from Exquisite High-End Retreat in Rhodes.Show full description
Apartment. Modern 2Brs@ close2 Olympic park is located in the Sydney Olympic Park district of Sydney, 3.7 km from Bicentennial Park, 10 km from Western Sydney Stadium and 17 km from Australian National Maritime Museum. With free private parking, the property is 2.5 km from Sydney Showground and 3 km from Qudos Bank Arena. The Star Event Centre is 17 km from the apartment, while International Convention Centre Sydney is 17 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.5 km from ANZ Stadium. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 20 km from Modern 2Brs@ close2 Olympic park.Show full description
Villa.Newly opened, October 2023. Located in Sydney, 9.1 km from Western Sydney Stadium and 10 km from Bicentennial Park, Oasis 5 Bedroom Charming House offers a garden and air conditioning. The property has inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 10 km from Qudos Bank Arena. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 24 km from Oasis 5 Bedroom Charming House. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious villa with a terrace and garden views features 5 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. The property has an outdoor dining area. The villa complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. ANZ Stadium is 11 km from the villa, while Sydney Showground is 11 km away.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, October 2023. Luxury 2Beds Apt with stunning View (Parking, Gym) is set in Sydney, 13 km from Qudos Bank Arena, 13 km from Western Sydney Stadium, as well as 14 km from Luna Park Sydney. With free private parking, the property is 12 km from Bicentennial Park and 12 km from Sydney Showground. Circular Quay is 16 km from the apartment, while Australian National Maritime Museum is 16 km away. The property is non-smoking and is located 13 km from ANZ Stadium. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 29 km from Luxury 2Beds Apt with stunning View (Parking, Gym).Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great bar. Popular among women. Just 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour, The Langham Sydney offers luxurious accommodation with panoramic city or bay views. It features a day spa, a tennis court and a hot tub. In luxurious surrounds, the Observatory Bar offers some of the most unique and curious cocktails, the finest shared style food and a comprehensive and exclusive wine list, all served by the glass. The Langham Sydney is only 10 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay and The Rocks historic district. The Museum of Sydney is a 15-minute walk away. The stylishly decorated rooms feature mahogany furniture and a lavish marble bathroom. Each room boasts flat-screen satellite TV. Guests can take a dip in the swimming pool, or exercise in the well-equipped fitness centre. The sauna is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. Kitchens on Kent is bringing culinary excitement, theatre and extravagance to the city by redefining the concept of the traditional buffet. The elegant open-kitchen buffet experience will feature an array of interactive and live cooking stations where diners can observe and engage with the multicultural culinary experts. Enjoy the very best local produce, carefully prepared by Chefs from around the globe.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Sydney.
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. In the Manly district of Sydney, close to Delwood Beach, Waterfront on Manly Harbour has a garden and a washing machine. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.6 km from Store Beach. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sydney, like hiking. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Taronga Zoo is 11 km from Waterfront on Manly Harbour, while Luna Park Sydney is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 26 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be one of the most RELAXING apartments in Sydney.
Apartment. Located in Sydney, 12 km from Bicentennial Park and 12 km from Sydney Showground, Luxury 2Beds Condo with stunning city View (Parking, Gym) offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The spacious apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Qudos Bank Arena is 13 km from the apartment, while Western Sydney Stadium is 13 km away. The property is non-smoking and is situated 13 km from ANZ Stadium. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 29 km from Luxury 2Beds Condo with stunning city View (Parking, Gym).Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great bar. Just 5 minutes’ walk from Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour, Ovolo 1888 is a restored heritage building offering modern accommodation with free WiFi and access to a 24-hour fitness centre. Sydney International Convention Centre and the Powerhouse Museum are both within 10 minutes’ walk of The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo. Mister Percy specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves a range of fresh dishes designed to be shared. The property is a 20-minute bus ride to The Rocks and Circular Quay, where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Whether you are staying in a contemporary suite or a stylish room, you will find 3-metre high ceilings, exposed brick walls and restored vintage furniture. Both include a flat-screen TV, and selected minibar. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception and self-service laundry for your convenience.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most charming and lively boutique hotel in Sydney. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Apartment. North Ryde Macquare Park near ColesMetro Station is located in the North Ryde district of Sydney, 11 km from ANZ Stadium, 11 km from Qudos Bank Arena and 13 km from Luna Park Sydney. The air-conditioned accommodation is 10 km from Bicentennial Park, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The 2-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 11 km from Sydney Showground. Sydney Opera House is 14 km from the apartment, while Circular Quay is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 28 km from North Ryde Macquare Park near ColesMetro Station.Show full description
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