Carnarvon Lodge Kirribilli, Sydney

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Carnarvon Lodge? The moment you step inside, it actually feels like someone’s well-appointed home rather than your typical Sydney hotel. I mean, it’s tucked away on Parkes Street in Kirribilli – and honestly, if you’re not familiar with this pocket of the North Shore, you might walk right past it. But that’s sort of the charm here.

The thing about staying in Kirribilli is that you’re getting this quieter, almost village-like feel while still being ridiculously close to everything that matters. From Carnarvon Lodge, you can literally walk to Milsons Point Station in about three minutes (I timed it), which means you’re one train stop from Circular Quay. The harbour views from nearby streets are incredible, and there’s this lovely walk along the waterfront that most tourists never discover because they’re all clustered around The Rocks. The staff here actually know about these little gems – they pointed me toward a morning coffee spot on Broughton Street that locals use, not the overpriced tourist traps.

What I really appreciated was how the place operates day-to-day. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward – no pretentious lobby scene, just efficient and friendly service. The rooms have this comfortable, lived-in quality without feeling dated. Sure, it’s a 4-star property with a 7.5 rating, which means it’s solid but not trying to be something it’s not. The beds are properly comfortable (I’m picky about this), and the bathrooms are well-maintained with decent water pressure – honestly, after a long day exploring Sydney, that’s what you actually care about. Parking can be a bit of a dance around here, like most of the North Shore, but they’ve got it sorted for guests. The neighborhood itself is wonderfully quiet at night, which is something you don’t always get in Sydney accommodation. You’ll hear the occasional train, but it’s more of a gentle reminder that the city’s right there when you want it, not an intrusion. I found myself looking forward to coming back here each evening, which isn’t something I can say about every place I’ve stayed. There’s something about the way the afternoon light hits the building and how you can sense the harbor just beyond the streets – it feels like you’re experiencing Sydney the way people who actually live here do, rather than just passing through.

Rooms

• Double Room with Shared Bathroom with 1 full bed for 2 adults, 2 children
• Double Room with Private Bathroom with 1 full bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Twin Room with Shared Bathroom with 2 twin beds for 2 adults, 2 children
• Single Room with Shared Bathroom with 1 twin bed for 1 adult
• King Room with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Family Room with Private Bathroom with 2 full beds for 4 adults, 4 children
• Triple Room with Shared Bathroom with 1 twin bed and 1 full bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Family Room with Shared Bathroom with 4 twin beds for 4 adults

Reviews

• Exceptional – Grace from Philippines (7/10)

  The place, very nice view and not crowded neighborhood

• Short stay but enjoyable experience – Bradley from Australia (6/10)

  Very clean

• Good – Simon from Australia (7/10)

  Good area and location. Good value for money- budget friendly accomodation

• Pleasant – Melissa from Australia (6/10)

  Location

• Good for a night or two. – Karen from Australia (8/10)

  Great location, close to Kirribilli shops and harbour, A communal kitchen and loungeroom. Room was very clean. Quiet location

• Good – Jane from Australia (7/10)

  Location, Location, Location!! The highlight is definately the location, close to shops and restaurants. Small bathroom with everything required for stay. Bed was confortable.

• Ideal for a weekend in Sydney – Paul from Australia (7/10)

  Location is great for the price, easy access to rail and ferries

• great value, good location, clean & comfy basic room. – Nurina from Australia (7/10)

  room was clean. bed comfy. Great location. Easy self check in. fantastic value. Overall I would definitely stay there again.

• Good! – Leil from Australia (8/10)

  Very good area

• Very Good – Gabriela from Australia (8/10)

  Jason was so friendly and happy to help us

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