The Best Hotels Closest to Watsons Bay in Sydney for 2026

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A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a city skyline in the distance.

A beachfront hotel with multiple dining areas, outdoor seating, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a white sofa, a striped pillow, a round wooden table, and a view of a city skyline and water through a large window.

A bar area with green walls, a variety of bottles, and stools.

1. Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

0.3 km from Watsons Bay

Annelisa

NT$7,905

NT$8,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A balcony with a bed, two chairs, a table with a book, a glass of wine, and a glass of beer.

A cityscape with a prominent bridge and skyline, and several tents in the foreground.

A giraffe being fed by a person through a fence.

A compact, well-lit tent with a bed, a small table, and a chair.

2. Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo Sydney

Mosman, 3.2 km from Watsons Bay

Elizabeth

NT$11,928

NT$18,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central fire feature, and a view of a city skyline.

A multi-level outdoor area with a pathway, greenery, and a rock formation.

A restaurant with a view of a city skyline, including a bridge and a famous opera house.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a cityscape through large glass windows.

3. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

Mosman, 3.2 km from Watsons Bay

Lewis

NT$10,540

NT$13,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a bathroom with a white sink and toilet, and a wall decorated with framed pictures.

A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a wall with framed pictures.

A wooden staircase with a reception desk and a potted plant at the bottom.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, glasses, and a menu. There are two round tables with stools.

4. North Sydney Hotel

North Sydney, 6.7 km from Watsons Bay

Raghavan

NT$3,034

NT$3,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A view of Sydney's skyline with the Sydney Harbour Bridge and numerous boats.

A terrace with a view of a bridge and city skyline, featuring potted plants and outdoor seating.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent bridge, marina with numerous boats, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

A hotel room with a round table, two chairs, a vase of flowers, a cup, and a plate with a croissant. A large window offers a view of a city skyline and a bridge.

5. View Sydney

North Sydney, 6.5 km from Watsons Bay

Rebekah

NT$4,030

NT$4,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A reception desk with a sign reading "The BAXLEY BONDI" in a modern interior with wooden flooring and a staircase.

A white exterior of The BAXLEY BONDI Boutique Accommodation with a wooden floor, a white door with glass panels, and a wicker chair with a potted plant.

A person standing in a doorway with a patterned blouse and striped pants.

A modern boutique hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Baxter Bondi Boutique Accommodation."

6. The Baxley Bondi

5.7 km from Watsons Bay

Joshua

NT$2,586

NT$2,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor dining area with wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by city buildings.

A front-loading washing machine, a large green leaf plant, and a wicker basket with a towel on a wooden stand.

A restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a staircase, and seating arrangements.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a bowl of apples, a vase with flowers, and a stack of books.

7. The Russell Boutique Hotel

The Rocks, 6.8 km from Watsons Bay

Adam

NT$5,934

NT$5,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and potted plants.

A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a blue sofa, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a glass partition, a reception desk, and a vase with flowers.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, white sink, and toilet.

8. The Albert Hotel Mosman

4.4 km from Watsons Bay

Daniel

NT$4,405

NT$6,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a wooden reception desk, a vase with pink flowers, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a rocky coastline, and buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a dark-colored ottoman.

A modern interior with a blue sofa, patterned chairs, a round table, and potted plants.

9. Mrs Banks Boutique Hotel

6.6 km from Watsons Bay

Brad

NT$6,014

NT$6,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A deck with a sofa and potted plants, overlooking a city skyline and a bridge.

A dining area with tables set for a formal event, overlooking a river with a bridge in the background.

A table set for a wedding reception with a view of a bridge and cityscape.

A table with crystal glasses, a candle, and a vase with flowers, reflecting a modern building with large windows and a metal structure in the background.

10. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

6.6 km from Watsons Bay

James

NT$6,666

NT$7,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A balcony with a table, a bottle of champagne, a glass, a bowl of strawberries, and a view of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a round coffee table, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with chairs, and a view of a city skyline.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a modern design.

11. Meriton Suites North Sydney

North Sydney, 6.4 km from Watsons Bay

Mike

NT$4,586

NT$5,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A beach view with palm trees, a clear sky, and a distant coastline.

A spacious indoor area with long tables and chairs, arched windows, and hanging orange lamps.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles, a ladder, and a cash register.

12. Hotel Bondi

Bondi Beach, 5.1 km from Watsons Bay

Wayne

NT$4,733

NT$5,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern house with a sloped roof, a covered patio, and a visible interior with a dining area.

A dining area with a glass table and wire chairs, overlooking a cityscape.

A hallway with a wooden desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door leading outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of a bridge through large windows.

13. Cremorne Point Manor

4.6 km from Watsons Bay

Heidi

NT$2,725

NT$2,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a view of the Sydney Opera House.

A waterfront hotel with a view of the Sydney Opera House and a marina.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a dining area with chairs. A large window offers a view of the Sydney Opera House.

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a body of water and the Sydney Opera House at sunset.

14. Park Hyatt Sydney

The Rocks, 6.6 km from Watsons Bay

Daniel

NT$25,123

NT$27,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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.

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

15. Capella Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 6.7 km from Watsons Bay

Christina and Rudolf

NT$19,913

NT$21,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

16. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 6.5 km from Watsons Bay

Nicole

NT$7,764

NT$8,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape and a famous opera house.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and large windows.

A modern lobby with a large wooden column, a circular seating area, and a glass facade.

17. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Central Business District, 6.8 km from Watsons Bay

Janice

NT$6,260

NT$6,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a small table, and two nightstands with lamps.

A courtyard with a palm tree, ferns, and a decorative metal fence.

A building with a sign for "Mariners Court" and "Accommodation."

A building with a modern design, featuring a balcony with a metal railing and a potted plant.

18. Mariners Court Hotel Sydney

6 km from Watsons Bay

Victoria

NT$4,344

NT$4,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A city street with buildings, cars, and a clear sky.

A hotel reception area with a glass door, a reception desk, and a key box labeled 'A' and 'B'.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, a tree with green leaves, and a clear blue sky.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, a city skyline in the background, and calm water.

19. Edgecliff Lodge Motel

5.6 km from Watsons Bay

Stan

NT$3,153

NT$3,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern design.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of buildings and trees through a large window.

A conference room with tables set for meetings, each with a small vase of flowers, clear glassware, and green pens.

A conference room with a round table, chairs, a projector screen, and a large window.

20. Holiday Inn Sydney Potts Point by IHG

6.2 km from Watsons Bay

Clayton

NT$4,498

NT$4,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Watsons Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 77 reviews	View
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga	9.8 Exceptional 965 reviews	View
North Sydney Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 555 reviews	View
View Sydney	9.2 Wonderful 1,589 reviews	View

Top Watsons Bay Hotel Reviews

QT Bondi

8/10 Good

"Die Sauberkeit könnte einwenig besser sein"

Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, amazing views of the opera house and harbour. Very helpful staff, and in particular the bell team. Also had a lovely dinner in the rooftop restaurant. Great stay and highly recommended"

The Albert Hotel Mosman

8/10 Good

"Our stay was fine but we had no parking. After attending a wedding we returned to the hotel in the late evening and had to find street parking before heading to room."

The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach

10/10 Excellent

"I had a lovely big room with small kitchen facilities, fresh water everyday. However, no daily refresh and there are no real bathroom ammenities ie, make up remover pads, earbuds or shower cap, so make sure you bring your own. Only instant coffee :-( I’m on a work trip and needed a late check out which they gave me. Lovely Yum Cha restaurant next door which I ate at a lot because it was handy and good and I didn’t want to venture out in the rain."

Q Station Sydney Harbour National Park by Accor

8/10 Good

"Stunning views and Reception staff and Shuttle services were very good too."

Cremorne Point Manor

8/10 Good

"Good experience all round"

Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo Sydney

10/10 Excellent

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Ballantyne at Mosman Serviced Apartment

10/10 Excellent

"Great location , lovely clean air conditioned apartment , fully equipped. Plenty of parking available with cafes and shops nearby. Great communication from our host . "

Other attractions near Watsons Bay

A sunset over a harbor with boats and a city skyline in the background.

Watsons Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Watsons Bay Beach during your trip to Sydney? Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a view of the ocean and a distant shoreline at sunset.

Hornby Lighthouse

9.4/10 (13 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Sydney with a visit to Hornby Lighthouse. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Gibson's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gibson's Beach during your trip to Sydney? Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.

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The Gap Park

9.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can take time to visit The Gap Park during your travels to Sydney. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Camp Cove

10.0/10 (9 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Camp Cove during your travels in Sydney? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Macquarie Lighthouse

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Macquarie Lighthouse. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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South Head

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sydney when you take a trip to South Head. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Vaucluse House

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Vaucluse House during your travels in Sydney. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watsons Bay?

Watsons Bay is located in Sydney. Travelers love the area for its renowned opera house, major shopping area, and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 25 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Watsons Bay?

Adjacent to Watsons Bay, Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices within 5 miles include Wildlife Retreat at Taronga and Four Seasons Hotel Sydney.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Watsons Bay?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Watsons Bay.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Watsons Bay.

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

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Watsons Bay, click here.

What can I see and do near Watsons Bay?

Study the collections at Vaucluse House, Manly Quarantine Station, or Art Gallery of New South Wales. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Sydney Harbour Bridge, Q Station, and North Head Quarantine Station. You can check out the local talent at Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal, and Metro Theatre.

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Our top choices for Watsons Bay hotels

1. Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

2. Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo Sydney

3. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

4. North Sydney Hotel

5. View Sydney

6. The Baxley Bondi

7. The Russell Boutique Hotel

8. The Albert Hotel Mosman

9. Mrs Banks Boutique Hotel

10. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

11. Meriton Suites North Sydney

12. Hotel Bondi

13. Cremorne Point Manor

14. Park Hyatt Sydney

15. Capella Sydney

16. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

17. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

18. Mariners Court Hotel Sydney

19. Edgecliff Lodge Motel

20. Holiday Inn Sydney Potts Point by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Watsons Bay

Top Watsons Bay Hotel Reviews

QT Bondi

Shangri-La Sydney

The Albert Hotel Mosman

The Sebel Sydney Manly Beach

Q Station Sydney Harbour National Park by Accor

Cremorne Point Manor

Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo Sydney

Ballantyne at Mosman Serviced Apartment

Other attractions near Watsons Bay

Watsons Bay Beach

Hornby Lighthouse

Gibson's Beach

The Gap Park

Camp Cove

Macquarie Lighthouse

South Head

Vaucluse House

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