Cheap and Cheerful in Sydney

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With the amount of other issues to invest your dollars on in Sydney, it can be a wise move to location limits on the price of your accommodation. There will, of course, be some compromises on style and amenities, but that does not rule out comfort, cleanliness and a outstanding atmosphere.

How low in cost you want to go, and how highly you value your peace and privacy, will influence your choice. It's possible to remain fairly cheaply indeed at backpacker properties and hostels, but they're not everybody's cup of tea. They're ideal for young, hip travellers who do not mind a communal atmosphere and who adore the social side of travel. All offer affordable dormitory selections, plus rooms suitable for singles or couples. There are plenty to pick from, like Base (which has 'sanctuary' rooms for girls only and private doubles), Maze (singles and doubles obtainable), Wake up Sydney Central ('don't go to sleep' could be far more to the point in this party-minded place singles, doubles out there) 790 on George (doubles available) the centrally located Property Backpackers (singles and en suite rooms out there) and the Jolly Swagman at King's Cross (doubles and twins on the market).

Some smaller Sydney Hotels give a a lot more individual environment, such as the well-situated, art deco-style Highfield Hotel in Potts Point, Harbour Breeze Lodge, Mariner's Court in Woolloomooloo and Glenferrie Lodge in North Sydney. Yet, all 4 do have shared bathroom facilities, and if this doesn't sound like you, you'll need to have to refine your search further.

The funky Billabong Gardens in Newton has en suites so does Goodlet Lodge in Surry Hills. Other people offer a option of both, such as the pretty pleasant Woolbrokers in Darling Harbour. Then there are the Y hotels (Hyde Park and Sydney South): fine value for funds, with rooms ranging from dorm to deluxe. Sydney Central on Wentworth is an additional that provides dorm and en suite accommodation.

Then there is the 'flashpacker' category, such as Central Railway Apartments: custom-designed for guests wanting something a better than basic, but at a spending budget price. All rooms are en suite with cooking facilities (a way to make major savings on the price of consuming out three times day-to-day). Aarons Hotel is one other with a wonderful amenities, including en suite showers, and rooms sleeping from 1 to six.

Formule 1 at Kings Cross has a choice of bunk rooms which sleep four, or queen rooms, sleeping two, all with private bathrooms. There are other Formule 1 properties in the Sydney area, including the airport.

Normal are available at spending budget costs too, like the Central Private Hotel and Leisure Inn Sydney Central, each of which are near the railway station, the award-winning Ibis, the Crest Hotel in King's Cross and the Grand Hotel in Hunter Street.

Motels are usually a great bet for thrifty travellers - and there are literally hundreds. Select your location then do your study on the world wide web. Some, such as the City Crown in Surry Hills, are centrally situated other people are further out, such as Sleep Express near Homebush - a decent location if you're heading to the Telstra Stadium, showgrounds or Acer Arena. For household-style accommodation in the Randwick location, attempt Avoca Lodge - it's inside walking distance of Coogee Beach. The Metro Inn in Edgecliff has good facilities, like air-conditioning (a definite plus in this city) and enjoys harbour views.

An apartment is an additional selection: as with motels, there are hundreds obtainable and you can check points out on the net. If you are struggling with a choice, go to Tripadvisor for travellers' private critiques: these should really give you a clearer picture of what's what.

Still not satisfied? If you are prepared to invest around $100 a night, there's plenty of choice, including the award-winning and superb Vulcan Hotel, Capitol Square (a heritage-listed boutique property near the Haymarket), Macquarie Boutique Hotel (heritage pub-style accommodation), or the fairly stylish Altamont in Darlinghurst. So, no matter whether you opt for a 10-bunk dorm or a single heritage room, Sydney doesn't have to price a fortune. With just a little bit of time spent on research, you will be able to locate a roof over your head at a cost that you can afford.