Paddington Weekender

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from Paddington Weekender when I first pulled up to Moore Park Road – honestly, the name sounds like some budget hostel situation. But this place actually surprised me in the best way possible. It’s tucked right into one of those classic Paddington terraces, and I mean, you’re basically living among the locals here. The whole vibe feels more like staying at a really well-designed friend’s place than some corporate hotel chain. Check-in was smooth (thank god, because I’d been walking around those crazy steep streets with my luggage for way too long), and the staff actually seemed to know the neighborhood inside and out. One guy recommended this little café on Glenmore Road that I never would’ve found otherwise – turned out to be my morning ritual for the whole trip.

The rooms have this really nice balance going on – they’re polished enough that you feel like you’re treating yourself, but not so fancy that you’re afraid to actually relax. I loved how they kept some of the original character from the old building while making everything feel fresh and modern. The bathroom was surprisingly spacious for Sydney standards, and honestly, the water pressure was better than my apartment back home. What really got me though was how quiet it stays at night, which is kind of miraculous considering you’re right in the middle of everything. I could hear the distant hum of Oxford Street when I opened the windows, but it was more like a gentle city lullaby than anything disruptive. During the day, you’ve got Centennial Park literally around the corner – perfect for morning runs or just escaping the urban intensity for a bit. And if you’re into the whole boutique shopping thing, you can wander down to Five Ways in about ten minutes and lose yourself in all those gorgeous little stores.

The thing that really sealed it for me was the location itself. I mean, Paddington just hits differently – you’ve got those incredible Victorian terraces everywhere, street art that actually means something, and this whole creative energy that feels authentic rather than manufactured. You can walk to the CBD if you’re feeling ambitious, catch the bus on Oxford Street, or just hang out in the neighborhood because there’s genuinely enough happening right there. The hotel staff seemed to get that too – they weren’t pushing touristy stuff on you, just sharing spots they actually liked. I ended up spending way more time just wandering the local streets than I planned, discovering tiny galleries and wine bars that don’t show up in guidebooks. For a 4-star place, it punches well above its weight, and that 8.7 rating makes total sense once you’ve been there. It’s one of those places where everything just works without trying too hard, and you leave feeling like you actually experienced Sydney rather than just visiting it.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $228. Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Charlotte from Australia – 28 April 2025 (10/10)

  Amazing location! Super clean and comfortable. Host was really accommodating and quick to respond.

• Great place for families – Megha from Australia – 17 March 2025 (10/10)

  Great Location. Beautiful and Lovely Neighbourhood

• Great location, needs some TLC. – Gena from Australia – 11 June 2025 (6/10)

  It is a good location and Gabriel the owner was excellent with the instructions for check in and assistance . The property had a nice kitchen.
  
  What could be improved: It was not very clean, I did let Gabriel know about the issues and I am sure it will improve. It does annoy you when you pay a hefty cleaning bill as part of the rental and the property(soft furnishings, rugs) are far from clean.

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