Stylish and Spacious Beach Apartment

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this place? The moment I walked into 47/88 Dolphin Street, I actually forgot I was in an apartment building. The space feels more like a boutique hotel suite that someone with really good taste designed for themselves. I mean, when you’re dealing with Coogee rentals, you sort of expect the usual beach apartment vibe – maybe some tired furniture and that lingering salt air smell. But this place is different. The owners clearly put thought into every corner, from the lighting (which actually works for both morning coffee and evening wine) to the way they’ve arranged the living area so it doesn’t feel cramped even when you’ve got beach gear scattered around.

The location thing is honestly perfect if you know Coogee at all. Dolphin Street puts you right in that sweet spot where you’re close enough to hear the waves but far enough back that you’re not dealing with the weekend crowds stumbling past your window at 2 AM. Walk down toward the beach and you’ll hit that little strip with the decent coffee places – there’s one called Seasalt that locals actually go to, not just tourists. The apartment itself faces away from the main beach chaos, which I appreciated more than I expected to. You get these glimpses of water between buildings, and the whole setup feels residential in the best way. Parking was surprisingly straightforward too, which anyone who’s tried to navigate Coogee on a summer weekend will tell you is basically a miracle.

What really sold me on the place was how it handles that tricky balance between being spacious enough for a proper stay but still feeling cozy. The bedroom actually fits a suitcase without turning into an obstacle course, and the kitchen – well, it’s one of those kitchens where you might actually cook instead of just reheating takeaway. The bathroom has this rainfall shower that’s probably better than what I have at home, honestly. Little touches like quality towels and decent water pressure make a huge difference when you’re staying somewhere for more than a night or two. The whole place stays cool during the day without cranking the AC constantly, probably because of how the building’s positioned. I stayed there during a particularly hot February week and never felt like I was melting, which is saying something. The 9.6 rating makes complete sense once you’ve been there – it’s not trying to be flashy or over-the-top, just genuinely well-executed in all the ways that actually matter when you’re traveling.

Rooms

• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 twin beds and 1 king bed for 4 adults, 2 children

Reviews

• Would love to stay there again! – Anette from Norway (10/10)

  Great apartment! Spacious, clean and great for children. What made the stay above expected was a great host that treated us so well!

• Great location, apartment was perfect for our needs. Alex was very welcoming and there was lots of useful information pr – Corrina from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Very clean, modern, felt at home.

• Felt like home away from home – Bret from Australia (9/10)

  Great location and tastefully decorated

• Coogee; a favourite holiday location – Helen from Australia (9/10)

  The open and airy rooms and balcony. The proximity to the beach, public transport, shops, cafes and restaurants. The beautiful, harmonious, friendly vibe at the beach and around Coogee.

• Fantastic experience all round – Richard from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Excellent location. Good transport links nearby. Lovely beach and holiday choice for eating out. Fantastic host who went the extra mile to ensure our stay went well.

• Fantastic place near the beach – Minwei from Singapore (9/10)

  The children’s books and toys were the main draw of this apartment and it did not disappoint. My children enjoyed playing at home very much. The location was fantastic. A short walk to the supermarket and the Main Street off the rainbow Coogee area where there were many food options. The property manager was so responsive to my requests and dropped off some umbrellas for the only wet day we experienced in Sydney.

• Exceptional – Lisa from Australia (10/10)

  great apartment. really spacious and comfortable, with brilliant location. Alex is a terrific host.

• Spacious cosy apartment great location – Nicole from Australia (8/10)

  Really convenient location. Easy access to the apartment, kid friendly room with lots of toys and books. Spacious rooms with excellent newly renovated bathrooms.

• it was the perfect staycation for our trip to Sydney. Alex the owner was very accommodating – Vivienne from Australia (9/10)

  location and pet friendly

• It was good for my stay. I needed accommodation for my daughters wedding. – Cheryl from Australia (8/10)

  Great location, walking distance to shops and beach.

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