The Lurline Randwick

Hotel Description

So I stumbled across The Lurline Randwick during one of those frantic Sydney accommodation searches, and honestly? Best accidental find in ages. This place sits right on Avoca Street – you know, that strip where half the buildings look like they’re straight out of the 1920s – and the Lurline totally fits that old-school Sydney vibe. It’s got this beautiful heritage facade that makes you do a double-take when you’re walking past, but inside they’ve done this really thoughtful renovation that doesn’t try too hard to be trendy.

What I love about staying here is that you’re actually in Randwick, not some touristy bubble. The Royal Hospital’s literally around the corner (which sounds weird but it’s actually reassuring), and you’re a decent walk to Coogee Beach – maybe 15 minutes if you don’t mind a bit of a stroll down the hill. The rooms have this comfortable, lived-in quality without being shabby, if that makes sense. Mine had these lovely high ceilings and big windows that let in heaps of natural light, though I’d maybe request a room facing away from Avoca Street if you’re a light sleeper – there’s a bit of traffic noise in the mornings when people are heading to work.

The staff here actually seem to know the area, which is refreshing. When I asked about good coffee nearby, the guy at reception didn’t just point me to the closest chain – he sent me to this little place two blocks down that does proper flat whites. And parking… well, it’s Sydney, so it’s always going to be a bit of a thing, but they’ve got spaces out back and the staff are pretty flexible about letting you move your car around if needed. Check-in was smooth too, none of that “your room isn’t ready until exactly 3 PM” nonsense – they had me sorted by lunchtime. The whole place has this relaxed, neighborhood pub kind of feeling (which makes sense given the name), and there’s something genuinely welcoming about it that you don’t always get at the flashier places closer to the CBD. You’re paying for location and character here rather than marble bathrooms and turndown service, but honestly, that’s exactly what makes it work.

Rooms

• Studio with 1 queen bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Courtyard Room with 1 twin bed and 1 king bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Heritage Room with 1 queen bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Heritage Deluxe Room with 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Double or Twin Room with 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed for 3 adults

Reviews

• Exceptional – Rradowitz from South Korea (9/10)

  Fabulous. Beautiful hotel with clean rooms and super friendly and helpful staff. They stored our luggage for a couple of days while traveling to other cities. The location is great, but it does take longer (30mins) than expected to get downtown by tram (light train L2). Would definitely come back.

• Lovely heritage building, clean and tidy room, excellent location & staff- but room for improvement. – Angelina from New Zealand (7/10)

  Room was nice, modern & clean – comfy bed. Staff were very lovely. Location is excellent – close to shops, light rail and buses. Easy access to the city/ beaches.

• Perfect for what we needed – Simone from Australia (9/10)

  Location is amazing. Rooms are clean and facilities excellent.

• Very Good – Travelman86 from Australia (8/10)

  the hotel was in a great location, it was close to metro to city. it was also close to the hospital. the room was a pretty good size. the staff were friendly and helpful.

• Don't go for breakfast, otherwise it's good – Kamari from India (7/10)

  Location was excellent

• Great Hotel and Location – Char from Australia (8/10)

  The Lurline was very comfortable we stayed in the studio room 1 x Queen and 1 single bed. The location was perfect.

• The Lurline at Randwick – Helen from Australia (8/10)

  Fabulous location, close to restaurants, beaches and public transport.
  The staff were friendly and the room was very clean.

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

  The location was great. Clean facilities.

• Wonderful – Patricia from United Kingdom (9/10)

  excellent

• Stayed for a weekend, was perfectly located for us. – Jenny from New Zealand (7/10)

  Very clean
  Bed was comfortable
  Courtyard area was lovely
  Location to light rail excellent
  Plenty of restaurants nearby

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