TRAVELLERS’ NEEDS - Sydney - page 168

Blue Sydney

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6 Cowper Wharf Rd, Woolloomooloo Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 100 Map 2 D5
This hotel's glamour and reputation as the coolest in Sydney makes up for the far from spacious rooms. Guests enjoy
luxury robes and Serendipity bath products, a fabulous cocktail bar and a row of great restaurants below on the
finger wharf. All rooms are equipped with business technology and 27-inch TV screens. www.tajhotels.com
Medusa

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267 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 18 Map 5 B1
Medusa makes its own rules as only a boutique hotel can. An old Victorian row house has been transformed into
a brightly-coloured miracle of modernism, with inspiration from Caravaggio's Medusa . Lindt chocolates and Aveda
toiletries are complimentary, as is use of a neighbouring gym. www.medusa.com.au

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PADDINGTON

Hart's Homestay Paddington

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91 Stewart St, Paddington Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 4 Map 6 D4
This historic, 19th-century Gothic-style cottage has a central courtyard and is located in a quiet residential heritage
precinct. A short stroll away are the shops and cafés of busy Oxford Street and Paddington's popular Saturday art
and craft markets. Rate includes breakfast. [e-mail]
Hughenden Hotel

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14 Queen St, Woollahra Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 35 Map 6 E4
This rambling old building, once a 19th-century family home, is restored to its original grandeur with beautifully
carved staircases and marble fireplaces. Rooms are comfortably furnished and the restaurant is very good. Writers
groups meet and artists exhibit their work here. Breakfast included in the price. www.hughendenhotel.com.au
Sullivans Hotel

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21 Oxford St, Paddington Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 64 Map 5 B3
Standard rooms at this friendly, family-owned hotel face the bustle of Oxford Street. It is worth paying a tiny bit more
for a garden room that overlooks the courtyard and has free WiFi. The breakfast room, with its windows looking out
onto the street, is great for people-watching. All rooms are non-smoking. www.sullivans.com.au
Kathryn's on Queen Boutique Bed & Breakfast

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20 Queen St, Woollahra Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 3 Map 6 E4
This charming National Trust-listed Victorian terrace offers comfort and convenience in one of Sydney's most beautiful
streets for window-shopping - fashion, antique and gourmet food stores as well as small galleries are all found here.
Bedrooms feature antique furniture, luxury linen and balconies. Rate includes breakfast. www.kathryns.com.au

FURTHER AFIELD

Dive

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234 Arden St, Coogee Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 16
A stylish hotel featured in design magazines, with rooms that feature polished floorboards, high ceilings and designer
bathrooms. Rooms also have kitchen facilities. This is a great sanctuary from the backpacker madness of Coogee
Beach. Complimentary breakfast and unlimited tea and coffee are available. www.divehotel.com.au
Hotel Unilodge

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Cnr of Broadway & Bay St, Broadway Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 100 Map 3 C5
This three-and-a-half star hotel is superbly located and good value. While not plush, it offers rooms with kitchen facilities, a
heated lap pool, spa, gym and a rooftop barbeque area, as well as a proximity to Chinatown, Central Station and the
western side of Darling Harbour. Convenient for nearby Sydney and UTS universities. www.unilodge.com.au
Lane Cove River Tourist Park

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Plassey Rd, North Ryde Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 28

Just 10 km (6 miles) from the city centre, this bushland ecotourism campground has fully serviced ensuite cabins
complete with TV, lounge and towels. It offers bushwalking, nocturnal animal spotting and stargazing tours and
has boat and mountain bike hire. Kitchen facilities available. www.lcrtp.com.au
Periwinkle Manly Cove

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18-19 East Esplanade, Manly Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 18
A striking Federation-era mansion has been converted into a B&B, with antique furniture and colour schemes. Rooms
with a view attract only a small premium. Features high ceilings, wrought-iron verandahs and a leafy courtyard. Also
has private outdoor areas. Breakfast included in the price. www.periwinkle.citysearch.com.au

Key to Price Guide see p.172 Key to Symbols see back cover flap