Jonah's, Whale BeachCredit: Destination NSW
Woman enjoying ocean views from Jonah's on Whale Beach.
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Whether you use social media to document your travels or prefer to keep your snaps to yourself, we all love a photogenic stay. From a seaside boutique hotel to transparent tents perfect for stargazing, here’s a selection of Instagrammable stays in Sydney and surrounds that will leave you and your followers feeling amazed and excited.
Hotel Ravesis, Bondi | @hotelravesis
A stay at Hotel Ravesis in Bondi is all about beachside glam, bikinis and bling. The two levels of hotel suites above the lively corner hotel opposite Bondi Beach are decorated Palm Spring-style with putty pinks, ottomans to lounge on post-swim and big beach views from petite Juliet balconies — in other words, Instagram gold.
Jonah’s, Northern Beaches | @jonahswhalebeach
There’s nothing like an idyllic infinity pool to generate a few likes, and Jonah’s at Whale Beach, a one-hour drive north of central Sydney, has a doozy. The boutique hotel, a Northern Beaches institution for more than 90 years, had a complete refurbishment in 2017 and the 11 rooms now feature parquet flooring, textured wallpaper, a neutral colour scheme and rich gold accents. Don’t miss a meal at the award-winning restaurant, washed down with something from the 1,600-strong wine list.
QT Sydney, city centre | @qt_hotels
For a sultry stay in the heart of Sydney, the QT Sydney has salon-style rooms and a rich history. Housed in the former Gowings building designed by famed architect Crawford H Mackellar, the facade has been returned to its gothic glory, while the dimly lit interiors showcase eccentric objet d’art. The rooms and suites shy away from the typically pale palette of city hotels, with charcoal bathtubs and crimson faux fur throws.
Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach Credit: Destination NSW
Morning sun rising over Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach.
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Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach Credit: Destination NSW
Morning sun rising over Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach.
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay Credit: Destination NSW
Scenic views across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney CBD from Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay.
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Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay Credit: Destination NSW
Scenic views across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney CBD from Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay.
The Old Clare Hotel, Chippendale | @theoldclare
A former brewery and Art Deco hotel transformed into a boutique hotel, The Old Clare Hotel has become a popular inner city stay with high ceilings, delicate lighting and a fantastic rooftop pool. Save room for a five- or seven-course degustation at in-house restaurant Automata (pronounced like thermometer), where dishes are just as photogenic as the décor.
Love Cabins, Blue Mountains | @lovecabins
Nestled in 243 hectares of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains bushland, 90 minutes’ drive northwest of Sydney, Love Cabins comprises seven uniquely designed and ultra-‘grammable cabins. These include the Enchanted Cave, which is set into the bedrock, and the Wollemi Wilderness Treehouse, which is perched in the bush canopy. There’s even a Love Tee Pee, and call cabins come with a spa.
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel | @watsonsbayboutiquehotel
At the northern tip of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, Watsons Bay is one of the city’s most exclusive neighbourhoods. With its Hamptons-style guest rooms and Mediterranean-esque beach club, the iconic waterfront Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel was made for the ‘gram. Better yet, the hotel is best reached by an equally ‘grammable 25-minute ferry from Circular Quay. Stay for sunset, when the city skyline is bathed in dreamy pink and orange hues.
The Old Clare Hotel, Chippendale Credit: Destination NSW
The Old Clare Hotel, Chippendale.
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The Old Clare Hotel, Chippendale Credit: Destination NSW
The Old Clare Hotel, Chippendale.
Sunset, Wollemi National Park Credit: Destination NSW
Man watching the sunset at Wollemi National Park.
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Sunset, Wollemi National Park Credit: Destination NSW
Man watching the sunset at Wollemi National Park.
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Your dog will enjoy seeing the sights of Sydney as much as you do.
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Planning a sojourn to Sydney and don’t want to leave your beloved pooch behind? With hotels increasingly willing to cater to pets, there’s no reason you have to. From beachside to the inner city, these luxury escapes not only welcome four-legged friends, they also provide special inclusions tailored for dogs. Just be sure to book in early, as not every room in these properties can house pets.
Pier One Sydney Harbour, city centre
Nestled below Sydney Harbour Bridge in historic Walsh Bay, Pier One Sydney Harbour is one of the city’s more memorable stays. The hotel sits on a former working wharf over the water, and has devoted some of its ground-level rooms to furry family members. Stay here and your dog will have direct access to the boardwalk that wraps around the sides of the hotel facing the water, with plenty of seagulls to keep it entertained. Pier One’s Puppy Package comes with all the extras: an eco-friendly dog bed, food and water bowls, and a mini bar stocked with treats. Keen to really amp up the spoils? Check out the dog-friendly in-room dining menu, or book an outdoor spot at the hotel’s ground-level The Gantry Restaurant, which offers a Doggy Degustation menu with such treats as beef bone broth and Doglato (a gelato equivalent for pooches) for dessert.
QT Bondi, Bondi Beach
Right on the esplanade facing Sydney’s most famous city beach, QT Bondi welcomes guests trailing sand and their beloved pets. With its chic, contemporary style and energetic vibe, the hotel mirrors Bondi’s laid-back beach lifestyle and allows easy access to its café, bar and restaurant scene. The hotel offers a pet-friendly room that features a special mini bar filled with doggie treats and a pooch-friendly vegan in-room dining menu. Although dogs aren’t permitted on Bondi Beach itself, you’ll be in good company joining the parade of dog-walkers on the promenade, or head to the nearby Rose Bay Foreshore, where pets are free to frolic off-leash.
Little Albion, Surry Hills
The Little Albion boutique hotel occupies a charming former convent in Surry Hills, a leafy inner-city hub populated by creative types and dog lovers. There are two pet-friendly rooms at the hotel, both at ground level, with a bed, bowl and blanket included, but if it’s an over-the-top spoil session you’re after, the Plush Pup Package can’t be beat. Pets are welcomed with Mimi & Munch baked doggie treats on arrival; gifted with a The Daily Edited personalised name tag to look their fashionable best; booked in for a fitting with Dogue doggie stylist; assigned a butler, in case you need to dash out solo; and even receive a turndown service with Doglato.
Doggy Degustation, Pier One Sydney Harbour Credit: Anna Kucera
Chowing down on the Doggy Degustation menu at Pier One Sydney Harbour hotel.
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Doggy Degustation, Pier One Sydney Harbour Credit: Anna Kucera
Chowing down on the Doggy Degustation menu at Pier One Sydney Harbour hotel.
QT Bondi, Sydney Credit: QT Bondi
Your dog will love a fur-friendly stay at QT Bondi.
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QT Bondi, Sydney Credit: QT Bondi
Your dog will love a fur-friendly stay at QT Bondi.
InterContinental Sydney Double Bay
Despite occupying prime real estate in one of Sydney’s most prestigious neighbourhoods, the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay is not too posh to pooch. Suitably elegant and opulent in its well-to-do setting, the hotel invites dog owners to book its Pet Stay Package. Your room will be set up with a stylish pet bed and bowls, and you can order a meal from the dog-friendly in-room dining menu, which includes options such as Banjo’s Delight, a feast of Angus beef, pumpkin, carrots and sweet potato. Double Bay is conveniently close to the city and the Eastern Suburbs beaches, yet has a peaceful village feel and is the ideal idyll for people- and dog-watching.
Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour
Sydney’s sister Ovolo hotels, Ovolo Woolloomooloo to the east of the city centre and Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour in inner-city Pyrmont, are both dog-friendly and are equally luxurious and immaculately designed. But the Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour earns pooch preference points for being close to Pyrmont’s off-leash Waterfront Park. While all Ovolo hotels indulge human guests with complimentary munchies from the mini bar and drinks at social hour, pets also get the star treatment. The V.I.Pooch Package at each Sydney Ovolo includes a comfy dog bed, food bowl, and the never more aptly named doggy bag ꟷ packed with treats and toys they’ll drool over.
The Langham, Sydney
Pet-friendly may not be a description you’d first associate with the ultra-regal The Langham, Sydney, near Barangaroo in the city centre. Yet along with its plush interiors, a private tennis court, an indoor pool with an amazing painted dome and the serene The Day Spa by Chuan, it happily allows you and your furry charge to co-habit during your stay. Rooms are set up with a dog bed and eating bowls, there’s an in-house dog-friendly menu, and if you fancy letting yourself off the lead to hit the town, dog-sitting services can also be requested.
Pup Package, Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel Credit: Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel
Bedding down at the Little Albion hotel in Sydney’s Surry Hills.
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Pup Package, Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel Credit: Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel
Bedding down at the Little Albion hotel in Sydney’s Surry Hills.
The Langham, Sydney Credit: The Langham
Your dog will feel like canine royalty at The Langham, Sydney.
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The Langham, Sydney Credit: The Langham
Your dog will feel like canine royalty at The Langham, Sydney.