CBD Luxury 1BR Harbour Views & Premier Facilities

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at plenty of places in Sydney’s CBD, but this one-bedroom at Watermans Quay actually surprised me. The moment you walk in, you’re hit with these floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the harbour like it’s a living painting – and I mean, you can see the Opera House from the living room couch. It’s one of those views that makes you forget you’re paying Sydney rent prices for a few nights.

The apartment itself feels more like someone’s stylish home than a hotel room, which honestly makes such a difference when you’re trying to unwind after tramping around the city all day. The kitchen’s properly equipped too – not just a sad little kitchenette with a broken microwave. I actually cooked breakfast there (well, made coffee and toast, but still). The bedroom’s tucked away from the main living area, so if you’re traveling with someone who likes to stay up scrolling their phone, you won’t want to smother them with a pillow. The bathroom’s got one of those rain showers that makes you feel like you’re in a spa, though the water pressure took a minute to get going in the morning.

What really sold me on this place was the location – you’re literally a five-minute walk from Circular Quay, which means you can stumble to the ferry terminal for weekend trips to Manly without dealing with buses or fighting for parking. The building itself sits right on the water, so you get that gentle harbour breeze that keeps things cool even in summer. Plus, you’re close enough to the Rocks that you can grab dinner at one of those tucked-away pubs, but far enough from the tourist chaos that you’re not hearing ghost tour groups at midnight. The concierge actually knew the neighborhood – gave me solid recommendations for coffee (there’s this little place on George Street that does proper flat whites) and warned me about construction noise near the bridge on weekday mornings. Parking’s available in the building, which is honestly a miracle in this part of town, though it’ll cost you extra. The whole experience felt polished without being stuffy – like staying with a friend who happens to have excellent taste and a serious harbour view. For a 4-star place, it punches well above its weight.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $308. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Superb – Steve from Australia – 13 November 2024 (9/10)

• Superb – Nathalie from New Caledonia – 5 February 2025 (9/10)

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