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A modern kitchen with a bar area, green chairs, and a wine cooler.

A building with a sign reading "SPICERS POTTS POINT".

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, desk, and fireplace.

A multi-story building with ornate balconies and arched windows.

1. Spicers Potts Point

0.3 km from McElhone Stairs

David

NT$6,815

NT$7,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern interior with a central open space, benches, hanging lights, and a view of an outdoor area with plants and tables.

A bar area with a long counter, various bottles, and decorative items.

A large indoor swimming pool with white columns, sunlit ceiling, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a clock tower and high-rise buildings. There is a round table with books and a lamp.

2. Capella Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.3 km from McElhone Stairs

Sandra

NT$21,842

NT$24,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A table set for two with a view of a cityscape and water in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a staircase, indoor plants, and a bar area.

A room with a large window offering a view of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a framed artwork.

3. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

The Rocks, 1.6 km from McElhone Stairs

HONGYI

NT$8,454

NT$9,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern living room with a central round coffee table, sofas, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern living room with large windows, a round coffee table, and a sofa.

A modern conference room with a long table, chairs, and overhead lighting.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a view of the cityscape, and modern buildings.

4. Little National Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from McElhone Stairs

Leslie

NT$5,673

NT$6,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A black double door with a chandelier above, a reception sign, and a Medusa Hotel sign on the wall.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a round mirror, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a potted plant, a lamp, and a patterned wall.

A luxurious room with a fireplace, a chandelier, a mirror, and a red carpet.

5. Medusa Boutique Hotel

Darlinghurst, 1 km from McElhone Stairs

Jesse

NT$4,783

NT$5,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a bar area.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a vanity with a sink and countertop.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a seating area with a chair.

A long, ornate dining area with a central aisle, wooden tables, and a patterned floor.

6. QT Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.5 km from McElhone Stairs

Steven

NT$5,583

NT$6,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern restaurant interior with round tables, wooden chairs, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a round coffee table with vases, a TV on the wall, and a wardrobe.

A hotel room with a balcony, a round table with two chairs, a sofa, and a view of tall buildings.

A modern lobby with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows.

7. Song Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.4 km from McElhone Stairs

Patrick

NT$4,331

NT$4,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, a metal ladder, and a view of a gym area.

A large, rectangular building with a central tower and multiple windows. It is located at a street corner with a sidewalk and a crosswalk.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, multiple seating areas, and a decorative floor pattern.

A bar with shelves stocked with bottles, a clock, and signs for cigars and pipes.

8. The Grace Hotel

Sydney Central Business District, 1.6 km from McElhone Stairs

Kristy

NT$5,776

NT$6,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, wooden paneling, and a mezzanine level with seating.

A bar area with wooden beams, a seating area, and a display of bottles.

A spacious lounge with leather seating, a brick wall, and a large bookshelf.

A hotel entrance with a large glass window displaying cacti and succulents, and the name "Ace Hotel" visible.

9. Ace Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from McElhone Stairs

Zohra

NT$5,588

NT$6,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A historic building with a classical facade, large windows, and a flag.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a large potted plant, and a view of a staircase.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk, and a vase of flowers.

A gym with multiple treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

10. Paradox Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.3 km from McElhone Stairs

Irma

NT$6,299

NT$6,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A night view from a balcony with a cityscape, including a bridge and waterfront buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape, two chairs, and a small table with glasses.

A modern living room with a large window offering a cityscape view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

A pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

11. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 1.2 km from McElhone Stairs

Haider

NT$7,439

NT$8,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, surrounded by greenery and a brick building facade.

A restaurant with long tables, wicker chairs, a bar area with a counter, and hanging wine glasses.

A lobby with a ticket booth, a staircase leading to a book-filled area, and a blue circular floor with text.

A bar area with a variety of bottles and glasses, leather seating, and a view through a window.

12. 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia

1.5 km from McElhone Stairs

Adam

NT$6,936

NT$7,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern bar area with a marble counter, black bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A spacious lobby with marble columns, seating areas, and a high ceiling with skylights.

Two bicycles with baskets, each with a sign that reads "TAKE ME, I'M YOURS."

A spacious living area with a green sofa, white armchairs, a marble coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

13. Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG

1.6 km from McElhone Stairs

Andrea

NT$6,320

NT$6,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A dimly lit restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and round tables with stools.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A bar area with a central bar, multiple stools, hanging glassware, and a variety of bottles.

14. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery

Sydney Central Business District, 1.4 km from McElhone Stairs

Said Mohamed

NT$5,259

NT$5,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern indoor swimming pool with a sleek, curved ceiling design and a clear, blue pool.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel entrance with a staircase leading up to a glass door, a prominent sign reading "SKYE SUITES", and a view into the interior with seating areas.

A woman in a blue dress sitting on a wicker chair by a window with a view of greenery and a brick wall.

15. SKYE Suites Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from McElhone Stairs

Sariah

NT$6,027

NT$6,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round ottoman, and a hanging chair.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the living area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern living space with a dining area, kitchen, and large windows offering city views.

16. Zara Tower Hotel

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from McElhone Stairs

Alyson

NT$8,199

NT$9,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A grand staircase with red carpet and black and white checkered steps, leading to an ornate ceiling with a central emblem marked '99'.

An architectural corridor with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

A spacious living room with a city view, featuring a round coffee table, sofas, and a large window.

17. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.4 km from McElhone Stairs

Hiroko

NT$6,403

NT$7,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A reception area with a large tree adorned with lights, a modern reception desk, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A modern interior with a glass table surrounded by purple chairs, a pink sofa, and a ceiling with exposed beams and hanging lights.

A modern interior with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern lounge area with a glass partition, comfortable seating, and a central fire feature.

18. Ovolo Sydney Woolloomooloo, a Wyndham Hotel

0.3 km from McElhone Stairs

Kay

NT$7,600

NT$8,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, columns, and a red car parked in front.

A grand hotel lobby with a central staircase, marble columns, and multiple floors.

A round dining table with six chairs, surrounded by a wooden panel wall and large windows.

A swimming pool with a city view, large windows, and a skylight.

19. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Sydney Central Business District, 1.3 km from McElhone Stairs

Rajakaruna Wanigesekera Mudiyanselage

NT$6,817

NT$7,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A staircase with glass railings leading to a cityscape view.

A modern bar with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with round tables.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a wooden floor.

A modern indoor pool area with glass walls and a clear view of the cityscape.

20. A by Adina Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.5 km from McElhone Stairs

Nikola

NT$6,851

NT$7,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to McElhone Stairs

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Spicers Potts Point	9.8 Exceptional 155 reviews	View
Capella Sydney	9.8 Exceptional 412 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 2,261 reviews	View
Little National Hotel Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Medusa Boutique Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 494 reviews	View

Top McElhone Stairs Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location for a pre cruise staycation. Close to restaurants and cafes, easy commute to cruise terminal. The room was clean and comfortable with the added bonus of the coffee station at the reception. Friendly staff, thanks team."

Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The service was fantastic and very quick. Very helpful and friendly staff. The room was a generous size with plenty of storage for your clothes. Comfortable bed and great block out curtains. Excellent buffet breakfast. Love the late checkout as well"

Mariners Court Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is always very helpful the breakfast in the morning was a nice way to start the day and it was a historic building which was awesome and close to a lot of the things that you want to do in Sydney"

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location, excellent staff, and a great room. What more could you ask for?"

Rydges World Square

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Close to everything. Love the bed and firmer pillows. Comfortable 1 night stay. Would definitely choose this hotel again. See you soon Rydges World Square!"

Hotel Challis Potts Point

10/10 Excellent

"Na - no comments, all was good"

Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Ok"

The Jensen Potts Point

8/10 Good

"The location is outstanding, close to everything, Room was small but they had made good use of space. The key safe pickup was easy. I did call the reception on the number provided to enquire about aircon & accessing an iron as presenting material next day. There was no response over the 3 days despite leaving my name & number, the msg actually said it was the hotel Challis - maybe they run both? The shared bathroom was a concern- was cleaned daily - but after landing and needing a shower in the early evening there was hairs long, short, curly …. there was also a rapid decrease in toilet paper (pilfered perhaps). There are stairs to each floor so ensure you are able to climb them & perhaps pack lite. Generally however the location made everything ok - next door is the ‘grumpy baker’ outstanding!!"

Macleay Hotel

8/10 Good

"We took the room with harbor view, and it was amazing. The small kitchen is not fancy, but it has everything to quickly cook/prepare some food. It is pretty convenient, because the grocery store is located across the street."

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Fitzroy Gardens

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

Fitzroy Gardens is just one of the places to see in Sydney, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

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A fountain with water jets in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

El Alamein Fountain

8.6/10 (18 reviews)

This remarkable example of modernist design, a beloved centerpiece of inner Sydney, pays tribute to Australia’s military heritage in elegant fashion.

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A park with a pond, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.

Royal Botanic Gardens

9.2/10 (2,700 reviews)

Escape Sydney’s busy downtown and enjoy the winding pathways, art installations and rose gardens of this lush haven.

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Harry’s Cafe de Wheels

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Harry’s Cafe de Wheels. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

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Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf

Find out about the history of Sydney when you take a trip to Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Woolloomooloo Wharf

9.0/10 (45 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Sydney with a trip to Woolloomooloo Wharf. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Elizabeth Bay House

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Elizabeth Bay House in Sydney. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this vibrant area.

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Hayes Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Hayes Theatre on your trip to Sydney. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around McElhone Stairs?

McElhone Stairs is located in a scenic area of Sydney known for its renowned opera house and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 551 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to McElhone Stairs?

Adjacent to McElhone Stairs, The Jensen Potts Point is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers private balconies and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Mariners Court Hotel Sydney and Paradox Sydney.

How many hotels will I be able to find near McElhone Stairs?

Expedia has 551 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from McElhone Stairs.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near McElhone Stairs, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near McElhone Stairs.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near McElhone Stairs?

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What can I see and do near McElhone Stairs?

Study the collections at Art Gallery of New South Wales, Hyde Park Barracks Museum, or Australian Museum. Sights like Sydney Harbour Bridge, State Library of New South Wales, and Macquarie Street are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal, and Metro Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to McElhone Stairs?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near McElhone Stairs is simple. Head over to Kings Cross Station to catch metro transit. You can find out about your options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for McElhone Stairs hotels

1. Spicers Potts Point

2. Capella Sydney

3. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

4. Little National Hotel Sydney

5. Medusa Boutique Hotel

6. QT Sydney

7. Song Hotel Sydney

8. The Grace Hotel

9. Ace Hotel Sydney

10. Paradox Sydney

11. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

12. 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia

13. Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG

14. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery

15. SKYE Suites Sydney

16. Zara Tower Hotel

17. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

18. Ovolo Sydney Woolloomooloo, a Wyndham Hotel

19. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

20. A by Adina Sydney

Compare popular hotels close to McElhone Stairs

Top McElhone Stairs Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Shangri-La Sydney

Mariners Court Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Rydges World Square

Hotel Challis Potts Point

Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments

The Jensen Potts Point

Macleay Hotel

Other attractions near McElhone Stairs

Fitzroy Gardens

El Alamein Fountain

Royal Botanic Gardens

Harry’s Cafe de Wheels

Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf

Woolloomooloo Wharf

Elizabeth Bay House

Hayes Theatre

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