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Our top choices for Watsons Bay cheap hotels

A table set for dinner with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

1. Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 7.4 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,894 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Sonia
The price is AU$354
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shangri-La Sydney
An indoor swimming pool with a city skyline view, lounge chairs, and a reception area.

2. The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney

The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney
5.0 star property
Pyrmont, 8.6 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,440 reviews)
"Clean room bed was amazing"
Australia
kayla
The price is AU$299
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney
A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a framed artwork.

3. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 7.3 km from Watsons Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,275 reviews)
"CBD location, near shopping areas and major attractions , staffs are friendly,"
United States
Jack
The price is AU$420
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Staircase

4. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,736 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, great location close to shops. Rooms are looking a little tired but otherwise a great place to stay."
Australia
Bernice
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
A historic building with a curved facade, large windows, and a prominent corner tower.

5. Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.3 km from Watsons Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,151 reviews)
"Good location, staff very helpful and friendly, would stay there again"
Australia
Mark
The price is AU$310
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Paradox Sydney
A waterfront marina with several boats docked, a large hotel with a modern design, and a city skyline in the background.

6. Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney
5.0 star property
Darling Harbour, 7.9 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,206 reviews)
"Great stay."
Australia
Jack
The price is AU$299
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Regency Sydney
A hotel room with a round table, two chairs, a vase of flowers, a cup, and a plate with a croissant. A large window offers a view of a city skyline and a bridge.

7. View Sydney

View Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 6.8 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,619 reviews)
"Great place and amazing views of the Harbour"
United Kingdom
Roshan
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
View Sydney
A modern lobby with a large wooden column, a circular seating area, and a glass facade.

8. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.1 km from Watsons Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,439 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Jodi
The price is AU$369
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

9. YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
4.0 star property
Darling Harbour, 8 km from Watsons Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,038 reviews)
"Location was fantastic, staff very friendly"
Australia
Angela
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs, a view of the Sydney Opera House, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

10. Sydney Harbour Hotel

Sydney Harbour Hotel
4.0 star property
The Rocks, 7 km from Watsons Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,216 reviews)
"With this being our time in australia and Sydney. We could not fault the hotel at all it is situated .right down a,the circular quay. With both views of the opera house and Sydney Harbour Bridge. It even has a swimming pool on the rooftop ,with even better views of the opera house."
United Kingdom
Gary
Sydney Harbour Hotel
A modern indoor swimming pool with mosaic-tiled columns, lounge chairs, and a view of the city.

11. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,505 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds."
Australia
Matthew
The price is AU$313
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, a metal ladder, and a view of a gym area.

12. The Grace Hotel

The Grace Hotel
4.5 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.7 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,866 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
Australia
Crystal
The price is AU$299
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Grace Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with round tables, wooden chairs, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

13. Song Hotel Sydney

Song Hotel Sydney
4.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.7 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,982 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel and we enjoyed our stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Song Hotel Sydney
An airport with a RyDges Hotel in the background.

14. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
4.0 star property
Mascot, 15 km from Watsons Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,283 reviews)
"Good location and good hotel"
Australia
Terry
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall buildings and palm trees.

15. The York by Swiss-Belhotel International

The York by Swiss-Belhotel International
4.5 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.5 km from Watsons Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,804 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staffs."
Australia
Sonam
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The York by Swiss-Belhotel International
A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central fire feature, and a view of a city skyline.

16. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
4.5 star property
Mosman, 3.5 km from Watsons Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (984 reviews)
"Loved this stay"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is AU$589
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
A modern outdoor dining area with large windows overlooking a river and cityscape.

17. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

InterContinental Sydney by IHG
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 6.9 km from Watsons Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Location, great staff and modern conveniences"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$399
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
A modern living room with a staircase, large windows, and a colorful striped rug.

18. ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences
4.5 star property
Surry Hills, 7.7 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,131 reviews)
"Good stay and nice restaurants nearby"
Australia
Les
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
ADGE Hotel & Residences
Restaurant

19. Hilton Sydney

Hilton Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.7 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Top location"
Australia
Sabrina
The price is AU$349
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Sydney
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the location of the restaurant and meeting room.

20. Rydges Australia Square

Rydges Australia Square
4.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 7.3 km from Watsons Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,809 reviews)
"Great motel, clean, nice modern rooms, very comfortable bed! Would happily stay again"
Australia
Melissa
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rydges Australia Square
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Top Watsons Bay Hotel Reviews

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"great hotel"
Marcelo 5-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

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