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1. Elysium Manly
Elysium Manly4.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (401 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(401 reviews)
- Escape to paradise with direct beach access, a luxurious beach club on white sands, and ocean-view dining overlooking the waves.
The price is AU$388
AU$388
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
2. The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach
The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach4.5 star property
Manly
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (915 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(915 reviews)
- Soak up the sun on sandy shores with direct beach access, where umbrellas and loungers await just steps from your beachfront escape.
The price is AU$350
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
3. Nightelier Narrabeen
Nightelier Narrabeen4.5 star property
Narrabeen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (810 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(810 reviews)
- Unwind by the waves at Narrabeen Sands Hotel, where sandy shorelines meet luxury—steps away from beachfront dining and water adventures.
The price is AU$215
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
4. Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney5.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,907 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(2,907 reviews)
The price is AU$326
AU$326
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
5. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney5.0 star property
The Rocks
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,279 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(2,279 reviews)
The price is AU$391
AU$391
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
6. View Sydney
View Sydney4.0 star property
North Sydney
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,632 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1,632 reviews)
The price is AU$198
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
7. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,454 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1,454 reviews)
The price is AU$379
AU$379
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
8. ADGE Hotel & Residences
ADGE Hotel & Residences4.5 star property
Surry Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,146 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1,146 reviews)
The price is AU$166
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
9. Rydges North Sydney
Rydges North Sydney4.0 star property
North Sydney
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (424 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(424 reviews)
The price is AU$166
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
10. Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG3.5 star property
Mascot
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,762 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1,762 reviews)
The price is AU$190
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Compare popular hotels in Freshwater
Property | Property class | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Elysium Manly | 4.5 star property | 9.0 Wonderful 401 reviews | View | |||||
 The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach | 4.5 star property | 8.6 Excellent 915 reviews | View | |||||
 Nightelier Narrabeen | 4.5 star property | 8.8 Excellent 810 reviews | View | |||||
 Shangri-La Sydney | 5.0 star property | 9.2 Wonderful 2,907 reviews | View | |||||
 Four Seasons Hotel Sydney | 5.0 star property | 9.6 Exceptional 2,279 reviews | View |
Top Freshwater Hotel Reviews
Elysium Manly
Elysium ManlyManly
10/10 Excellent
Lovely hotel with excellent facilities and very helpful staff. Perfect location right next to the beach and shopping and a few minutes walk to the ferry.
Will be back!
Lovely hotel with excellent facilities and very helpful staff. Perfect location right next to the beach and shopping and a few minutes walk to the ferry.
Will be back!
Linda
The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach
The Sebel Sydney Manly BeachManly
10/10 Excellent
We booked our stay "last minute" as we didn't want to spend a fortune on a hotel. Once we had booked the Sebel I sent them a message advising we were actually getting married and if they could give us an upgrade that would be really appreciated.
We arrived to be told we had been given a complimentary upgrade so happily went up to the room. After the other reviews I had read I was glad we were in the main hotel and not the southern wing. We opened the door to a decent size room that had a...
We booked our stay "last minute" as we didn't want to spend a fortune on a hotel. Once we had booked the Sebel I sent them a message advising we were actually getting married and if they could give us an upgrade that would be really appreciated.
We arrived to be told we had been given a complimentary upgrade so happily went up to the room. After the other reviews I had read I was glad we were in the main hotel and not the southern wing. We opened the door to a decent size room that had a...
Anonymous traveller
Nightelier Narrabeen
Nightelier NarrabeenNarrabeen
10/10 Excellent
We had a fantastic 3 days. Staff were friendly and fantastic. The pub area was awesome. The only thing was the smoke from the outside area wafted through the whole area and you couldn't get away from it. There were smoking areas on both ends of the pub. Maybe it should be only the western side. Why is it that smokers get the best areas. ???
We had a fantastic 3 days. Staff were friendly and fantastic. The pub area was awesome. The only thing was the smoke from the outside area wafted through the whole area and you couldn't get away from it. There were smoking areas on both ends of the pub. Maybe it should be only the western side. Why is it that smokers get the best areas. ???
Anonymous traveller
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La SydneyThe Rocks
10/10 Excellent
We recently stayed for three nights in a refurbished Horizon Room at the Shangri-La Sydney and were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The room was spotless, modern, and incredibly well equipped, nothing was overlooked. The nightly delivery of handmade fudge was such a thoughtful and luxurious touch that made us feel genuinely pampered.
Having Horizon Club access really elevated our experience. The lounge was a beautiful, serene space to enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea, and a canapé...
We recently stayed for three nights in a refurbished Horizon Room at the Shangri-La Sydney and were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The room was spotless, modern, and incredibly well equipped, nothing was overlooked. The nightly delivery of handmade fudge was such a thoughtful and luxurious touch that made us feel genuinely pampered.
Having Horizon Club access really elevated our experience. The lounge was a beautiful, serene space to enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea, and a canapé...
Carmela
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel SydneyThe Rocks
10/10 Excellent
The Four Seasons Hotel on George St, Sydney is excellent for location, comfort, luxury and service. We used the hotel spa and facilities before check in, and our room was ready early which was a bonus. The room was beautifully renovated- nice decor, very comfy bed and luxurious soft white linen, and west facing view toward the harbour bridge. The hotel service was very efficient and we received a small treat and message for the birthday being celebrated. Highly recommend FS for a luxury city...
The Four Seasons Hotel on George St, Sydney is excellent for location, comfort, luxury and service. We used the hotel spa and facilities before check in, and our room was ready early which was a bonus. The room was beautifully renovated- nice decor, very comfy bed and luxurious soft white linen, and west facing view toward the harbour bridge. The hotel service was very efficient and we received a small treat and message for the birthday being celebrated. Highly recommend FS for a luxury city...
Josephine
Paradox Sydney
Paradox SydneySydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
The room was very spacious. Excellent service all around. By day 2 the doorman knew me and would have a bottle of water and towel ready for after my run. Beautiful
old building with all the mod cons would definitely stay there next time
The room was very spacious. Excellent service all around. By day 2 the doorman knew me and would have a bottle of water and towel ready for after my run. Beautiful
old building with all the mod cons would definitely stay there next time
Lucy
QT Sydney
QT SydneySydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
Great location. Quirky decor and fun music. Restaurants both enjoyable.
Great location. Quirky decor and fun music. Restaurants both enjoyable.
John
The Darling at the Star
The Darling at the StarPyrmont
10/10 Excellent
I have to say we have travelled to many places over the years and this is the nicest hotel room we have ever had.
It appeared to have everything you could need and comfort as well. The staff were lovely, shout out to Kevin who assisted me with a payment issue. This Hotel Is attached to the Star, with light rail underneath and is also only a short walk to Pyrmont Bay ferry. I definitely intend to stay here again :)
I have to say we have travelled to many places over the years and this is the nicest hotel room we have ever had.
It appeared to have everything you could need and comfort as well. The staff were lovely, shout out to Kevin who assisted me with a payment issue. This Hotel Is attached to the Star, with light rail underneath and is also only a short walk to Pyrmont Bay ferry. I definitely intend to stay here again :)
sheryl ann
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel SydneySydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful hotel, fabulous staff, walking distance to many attractions
Beautiful hotel, fabulous staff, walking distance to many attractions
Suzanne
Rydges North Sydney
Rydges North SydneyNorth Sydney
10/10 Excellent
Very well located and great family sized apartment suites. Breakfast was also very good.
Very well located and great family sized apartment suites. Breakfast was also very good.
ROBERT
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
InterContinental Sydney by IHGSydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
Excellent staff -well worth it
Excellent staff -well worth it
Evan
View Sydney
View SydneyNorth Sydney
10/10 Excellent
The property is in a convenient location. It was excellent to be able to eat at the hotel and not have to go out to eat.
The staff were very good and the view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge from the dining room is amazing.
The property is in a convenient location. It was excellent to be able to eat at the hotel and not have to go out to eat.
The staff were very good and the view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge from the dining room is amazing.
Dianne
Vibe Hotel North Sydney
Vibe Hotel North SydneyNorth Sydney
10/10 Excellent
Very stylish,clean and quiet. Staff very helpful the only drawback was not a lot of cafes restaurants open around the hotel at that time of year,as the hotel doesn’t have a cafe or restaurant it was restrictive
Very stylish,clean and quiet. Staff very helpful the only drawback was not a lot of cafes restaurants open around the hotel at that time of year,as the hotel doesn’t have a cafe or restaurant it was restrictive
Christine
Citadines Walker North Sydney
Citadines Walker North SydneyNorth Sydney
10/10 Excellent
Great hotel, very new and the room was a good size with a good size fridge, kettle, and nice bathroom (agree with other reviews that lighting is terrible).
For a long weekend, and vivid festival, this was a great value option, even if nth Sydney is a bit out of the way for some of the things we did.
We had a great weekend and enjoyed our stay. Coles and aldi a few doors away too which is handy.
Great hotel, very new and the room was a good size with a good size fridge, kettle, and nice bathroom (agree with other reviews that lighting is terrible).
For a long weekend, and vivid festival, this was a great value option, even if nth Sydney is a bit out of the way for some of the things we did.
We had a great weekend and enjoyed our stay. Coles and aldi a few doors away too which is handy.
Sean
ADGE Hotel & Residences
ADGE Hotel & ResidencesSurry Hills
10/10 Excellent
Great location and gorgeous, comfortable rooms; truly loved the modern eclectic feel.
Just a short stroll to everything Oxford Street has to offer - or if that’s still too far for a coffee, start your day off with something from the café at the entrance to the building.
Great location and gorgeous, comfortable rooms; truly loved the modern eclectic feel.
Just a short stroll to everything Oxford Street has to offer - or if that’s still too far for a coffee, start your day off with something from the café at the entrance to the building.
Ryan
Little National Hotel Sydney
Little National Hotel SydneySydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
Amazing location for everything, clean, modern and comfortable
Amazing location for everything, clean, modern and comfortable
Eric
Rydges Australia Square
Rydges Australia SquareSydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
I recently stayed at the Tank Stream Hotel in Sydney and had an excellent experience. The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of the city, making it convenient for sightseeing and dining. The room was modern, clean, and comfortable, with all the amenities I needed for a pleasant stay. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, ensuring that all my needs were met promptly.
I recently stayed at the Tank Stream Hotel in Sydney and had an excellent experience. The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of the city, making it convenient for sightseeing and dining. The room was modern, clean, and comfortable, with all the amenities I needed for a pleasant stay. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, ensuring that all my needs were met promptly.
Ross
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency SydneySydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
Loved the Bar and food options, early check-in and awesome location and views
Loved the Bar and food options, early check-in and awesome location and views
Sharon
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde ParkSydney Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
My go to hotel in Sydney and I’m often there. Best sleep hotel. But the mini bar was removed??
My go to hotel in Sydney and I’m often there. Best sleep hotel. But the mini bar was removed??
Kyle
Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour
Aiden by Best Western Darling HarbourPyrmont
10/10 Excellent
Good
Good
Tanya
Find out more about Freshwater
Freshwater and its attractions for beach lovers
Freshwater, located on Sydney's Northern Beaches, is a paradise of coastal experiences for beach-loving travellers. The pristine Freshwater Beach itself is perfect for families, offering gentle waves ideal for swimming and surfing lessons. Just a short walk away, the scenic Freshwater Headland presents breathtaking views and a lovely walking trail, perfect for a morning jog or an afternoon stroll. For those seeking adventure, the nearby Manly to Spit Bridge walk boasts gorgeous coastal scenery and hidden beaches along the way. Families can enjoy a picnic at the lovely Freshwater Village, where local cafes serve freshly brewed coffee and delicious bites, ideal for refuelling after a beach day. Lastly, the vibrant local surf culture is palpable; consider joining a surf school to catch your first wave or simply watch the locals showcase their skills. Staying at one of the charming hotels in Freshwater allows you to immerse yourself in this beachside lifestyle, with many accommodations offering ocean views, easy beach access, and attentive service to ensure a memorable stay. Enjoy the convenience of having the beach right at your doorstep, enhancing your family holiday with quality experiences and relaxation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freshwater like for travellers who love the beach?
Book a great place to stay in Freshwater, which has a lot to offer the traveller planning a beach getaway.
What is there to see and do around Freshwater?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Freshwater has to offer. Beach lovers can head straight to Manly Beach or Curl Curl Beach for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Harbord Beach and McKillop Park. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Sydney Opera House or Sydney Harbour Bridge.