206 australia street , Newtown, 2042 Sydney, Australia
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Hotel Description

You know what? I’ve walked past Flora Suite on Australia Street probably a hundred times before actually staying there, and honestly, I always wondered what it was like inside those elegant windows. Well, turns out it’s exactly what Newtown needed – a proper boutique spot that doesn’t try too hard to be hip. The moment you step inside, there’s this immediate sense of calm that’s pretty remarkable considering you’re literally in the heart of one of Sydney’s busiest neighborhoods. I mean, King Street is right there with all its chaos, but somehow Flora Suite feels like this little sanctuary tucked away from it all.

The suites themselves are genuinely spacious – and I’m not just saying that because Sydney hotel rooms are usually shoebox-sized. Each one has this lovely separation between the living area and bedroom that actually makes you feel like you’re staying somewhere special, not just crashing for the night. The bathrooms deserve a mention too; they’ve got these gorgeous rainfall showers and the kind of fluffy towels that make you want to pack them in your suitcase (don’t worry, I didn’t). What really got me though was the attention to detail – fresh flowers in the rooms, locally roasted coffee, and windows that actually open to let in that Newtown energy when you want it. The staff here seem to genuinely care about your experience, which is refreshing. Check-in was smooth, and they knew the neighborhood well enough to point me toward Gigi Pizzeria for dinner instead of some tourist trap.

Location-wise, you’re basically at the epicenter of everything that makes Newtown special. Enmore Theatre is a five-minute walk if you’re into live music, and the vintage shopping along King Street is right at your doorstep. But here’s the thing locals know – Australia Street itself is actually pretty quiet, especially at night, so you get the best of both worlds. Parking can be tricky on weekends (welcome to inner Sydney), but there’s usually street parking if you’re patient, and the light rail stop is close enough that you don’t really need a car anyway. I stayed on a Thursday night and could hear the gentle hum of the neighborhood winding down, which was actually quite soothing. The nearby Camperdown Memorial Rest Park is perfect for a morning coffee run, and honestly, waking up in Newtown and being able to grab proper flat whites within a two-minute walk – that’s pretty much the Sydney experience right there. Flora Suite gets that this isn’t just about providing a bed; it’s about giving you a genuine taste of what living in one of Sydney’s most characterful neighborhoods actually feels like.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $292. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4
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Reviews

  • Exceptional – Szumer from Australia – 23 April 2025 (10/10)

    Exceptional styling and comfort in the heart of Newtown. A bespoke blend of heritage and contemporary design and architecture in walking distance to the best restaurants in Newtown, cafes and the train station. A wonderful retreat from the noise and busyness of King St yet so close to everything. Would stay here again anytime.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Hollis Park: 800 m
  • Fowler Reserve: 550 m
  • Green Bans Park: 400 m
  • St. John’s Oval: 1.3 km
  • Amy Street Reserve: 1.1 km
  • Albert Street Reserve: 750 m
  • Sydney Park Playground: 1.4 km
  • Flora and Knight Reserve: 1.2 km
  • Newtown Community Garden: 600 m
  • Turtle Lane Community Garden: 550 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant212 Blu: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar Beantown Cafe: 200 m
  • Restaurant Continental Deli Bar Bistro: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Cockle Bay: 4.2 km
  • Taronga Zoo: 9 km
  • Harbour Bridge: 7 km
  • Sydney Aquarium: 4.5 km
  • Bicentennial Park: 13 km
  • Powerhouse Museum: 3.3 km
  • Chinese Friendship Garden: 3.7 km
  • Hyde Park Barracks Museum: 5 km
  • The Royal Botanic Gardens: 5 km
  • Australian National Maritime Museum: 4.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Stormwater Basin: 2.6 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Coogee Beach: 8 km
  • Gordons Bay Beach: 9 km
  • Lady Martins Beach: 9 km
  • Brighton Le Sands Beach: 8 km

Public transport:

  • Train Newtown: 250 m
  • Metro North Ryde: 15 km
  • Metro Macquarie Park: 16 km
  • Train Macdonaldtown Station: 900 m

Closest airports:

  • Camden Airport: 61 km
  • Bankstown Airport: 22 km
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport: 5 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom

Living Area:

  • Sofa

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout

Room Amenities:

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine

Other for your stay:

  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Kitchenette
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 18:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 11:00 to 11:30

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

7.5

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