Bay Court Ii -spacious Studio Next To Hayes Beach

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Bay Court II, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a studio apartment this close to Hayes Beach. But you know what? This place actually delivers on the “spacious” promise, which is saying something for Sydney real estate. The moment you walk in, there’s this genuine sense of breathing room that you don’t get in most hotel studios around here.

The location is honestly the star of the show – and I mean that in the most practical way possible. Hayes Beach is literally right there, maybe a two-minute walk if you’re moving slowly. I spent most mornings grabbing coffee from the little café down the street (there’s this spot that does excellent flat whites, locals seem to love it) and walking straight onto the sand. The beach itself isn’t touristy at all, which surprised me. It’s got that neighborhood vibe where you’ll see the same dog walkers every morning and kids learning to surf after school. The surf can get decent on the right day, though it’s more of a relaxed swimming beach most of the time.

What really sold me on the studio was all the small things that actually matter when you’re staying somewhere for more than a night or two. The kitchen setup is proper – I mean, you can actually cook real meals, not just reheat takeaway. There’s counter space, good lighting, and honestly better knife quality than I expected. The bed situation is comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up with that hotel-bed backache, and the bathroom has solid water pressure (which, trust me, varies wildly in this part of Sydney). Parking was straightforward too, though you’ll want to check the street signs because some areas switch to permit-only during certain hours.

The neighborhood itself has this relaxed residential feel that I really appreciated. You’re not dealing with the chaos of the city center, but you’re not stuck in the middle of nowhere either. There’s a decent grocery store about five minutes away, and the local pub – well, let’s just say it’s the kind of place where the bartender remembers your order by the third visit. The train connections aren’t bad if you need to get into the CBD, though I found myself wanting to stay local most of the time.

I’d say this place hits that sweet spot for travelers who want to feel like they’re actually experiencing Sydney rather than just passing through. It’s got that 4-star comfort level without the stuffy hotel atmosphere, and the 8-rating makes sense – it’s really well-maintained and thoughtfully set up. The only thing I’d mention is that weekend mornings can get a bit livelier with families heading to the beach, but that’s neighborhood life, not a complaint. If you’re looking for something that feels more like borrowing a friend’s place than staying in a hotel, and you want to be steps from a genuinely nice beach, this studio delivers on what it promises.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $182. Apartment with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Very enjoyable – Peter from Australia – 18 April 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Key collection box was a little difficult to navigate. The number supplied for the box to open is missing but was able to understand when I saw the other key box number

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