Beach Hotels in New South Wales

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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in New South Wales on Hotels.com. These New South Wales Beach Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 24, 2026.

Top Beach Hotels in Sydney

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

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

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

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Sydney Central Business District
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
A table set for dinner with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney
The Rocks
Shangri-La Sydney
A waterfront bar with a city view, wooden deck, and modern seating.

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Sydney Central Business District
Hyatt Regency Sydney
An airport with a RyDges Hotel in the background.

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Mascot
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
A modern indoor space with wooden flooring, round tables, and orange seating.

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Mascot
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
A modern interior with a central seating area, a staircase, and a large window.

Moxy Sydney Airport

Moxy Sydney Airport
Mascot
Moxy Sydney Airport
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

ibis budget Sydney Airport

ibis budget Sydney Airport
Mascot
ibis budget Sydney Airport
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
Sydney Central Business District
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, a metal ladder, and a view of a gym area.

The Grace Hotel

The Grace Hotel
Sydney Central Business District
The Grace Hotel
A long, narrow hallway with a black and white striped carpet, white walls, and doors on both sides.

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
Wolli Creek
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
A view of Sydney's skyline with the Sydney Harbour Bridge and numerous boats.

View Sydney

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

Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney
Sydney Central Business District
Paradox Sydney
A modern restaurant with a view of the city skyline, featuring high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned wall.

The Darling at the Star

The Darling at the Star
Pyrmont
The Darling at the Star
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
Mascot
Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
A modern living room with a staircase, large windows, and a colorful striped rug.

ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences
Surry Hills
ADGE Hotel & Residences
A night view from a balcony with a cityscape, including a bridge and waterfront buildings.

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

InterContinental Sydney by IHG
Sydney Central Business District
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
A staircase with a dark wooden railing, a wall with a distressed brick pattern, and two chandeliers.

Hotel Coronation

Hotel Coronation
Sydney Central Business District
Hotel Coronation
A modern restaurant interior with round tables, wooden chairs, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

Song Hotel Sydney

Song Hotel Sydney
Sydney Central Business District
Song Hotel Sydney
A modern living room with a central round coffee table, sofas, and a large window offering a city view.

Little National Hotel Sydney

Little National Hotel Sydney
Sydney Central Business District
Little National Hotel Sydney
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Top Beach Hotels in Byron Bay

A poolside lounge area with sun loungers and a large umbrella providing shade.

Drifter Byron Bay

Drifter Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Drifter Byron Bay
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Beach Hotel Resort

Beach Hotel Resort
Byron Bay
Beach Hotel Resort
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

Glen Villa Resort

Glen Villa Resort
Byron Bay
Glen Villa Resort
A hotel room with a bed, two patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and wicker chairs.

Wollongbar Motel

Wollongbar Motel
Byron Bay
Wollongbar Motel
A person walking towards a hot tub in a lush garden with palm trees and a stone staircase.

The Lord Byron

The Lord Byron
Byron Bay
The Lord Byron
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the beach.

Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park

Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park
Byron Bay
Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park
An aerial view of a residential property with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

Byron Beachcomber

Byron Beachcomber
Byron Bay
Byron Beachcomber
A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden beams, and a large window.

Waves Byron Bay

Waves Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Waves Byron Bay
A balcony with a table, a glass pitcher, and two glasses.

The Sebel Byron Bay

The Sebel Byron Bay
Byron Bay
The Sebel Byron Bay
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.

Crystalbrook Byron

Crystalbrook Byron
Suffolk Park
Crystalbrook Byron
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a staircase leading upstairs.

Aloha Byron Bay

Aloha Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Aloha Byron Bay
A neatly made bed with white linens and two rolled towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted fan.

Hibiscus Motel

Hibiscus Motel
Byron Bay
Hibiscus Motel

Hotel Marvell

Hotel Marvell
Byron Bay
Hotel Marvell
A beach scene with a tent and a person carrying a surfboard.

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
A sauna with wooden benches and benches covered with blue and white striped towels.

The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel
Byron Bay
The Surf House - Hostel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a dining area.

Aquarius Backpacker Resort

Aquarius Backpacker Resort
Byron Bay
Aquarius Backpacker Resort
A modern outdoor living space with a covered patio, built-in seating, and a barbecue area.

Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay
A pool area with lounge chairs and a modern building in the background.

Elements of Byron

Elements of Byron
Byron Bay
Elements of Byron
A beach path leading to the shore with a view of the ocean and a hill in the background.

Bay Beach Motel

Bay Beach Motel
Byron Bay
Bay Beach Motel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola.

The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads
The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads
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Top Beach Hotels in Newcastle

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a television screen displaying a band.

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Newcastle West
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
A modern bar area with a unique ceiling design featuring spherical light fixtures, a bar counter, and seating with a patterned floor.

QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
QT Newcastle
A modern restaurant with black chairs, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

Crystalbrook Kingsley

Crystalbrook Kingsley
Newcastle City Centre
Crystalbrook Kingsley
A spacious, well-lit living area with a modern design, featuring a large sofa, a coffee table, and several potted plants.

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
Little National Hotel Newcastle
An outdoor dining area with wicker pendant lights, tables, and orange and white striped umbrellas.

The Lucky Hotel

The Lucky Hotel
Newcastle City Centre
The Lucky Hotel
A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach
Newcastle East
NOAH'S On The Beach
An outdoor seating area with white tables and chairs, a sign for 'WHARF 350 Restaurant & Bar', and a view of the water and palm trees in the background.

Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
Rydges Newcastle
A buffet with various fruits and beverages.

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
Charlestown
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
A modern outdoor space with a water feature, a brick structure, and a wall covered in ivy.

Crown on Darby

Crown on Darby
Cooks Hill
Crown on Darby
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

Novotel Newcastle Beach

Novotel Newcastle Beach
Newcastle City Centre
Novotel Newcastle Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a door, and a view of the outside balcony.

The Grand Hotel Newcastle

The Grand Hotel Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
The Grand Hotel Newcastle
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a body of water and distant landscape.

Terminus Apartment Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Terminus Apartment Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Newcastle City Centre
Terminus Apartment Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool area, including a hot tub and lounge chairs.

The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn
New Lambton
The Executive Inn
A modern hotel entrance with a glass canopy, a covered waiting area, and a well-lit lobby.

The Gateway Inn

The Gateway Inn
Mayfield
The Gateway Inn
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table with a bowl of apples, and a TV.

Quest Newcastle West

Quest Newcastle West
Newcastle West
Quest Newcastle West
A modern hotel lobby with multiple dining areas, a reception desk, and large windows offering views of the city.

ibis Newcastle

ibis Newcastle
Newcastle West
ibis Newcastle
A reception desk at Mercure Hotel with a floral arrangement and a black sign.

Mercure Newcastle

Mercure Newcastle
Newcastle West
Mercure Newcastle
A cafe with a counter, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

291 on King

291 on King
Newcastle City Centre
291 on King
A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, and hanging lights.

Junction Hotel

Junction Hotel
The Junction
Junction Hotel
A hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a bar area with various bottles, and a large screen displaying information.

Nags Head Hotel

Nags Head Hotel
Adamstown
Nags Head Hotel
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Top Beach Hotels in Coffs Harbour

An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a grill, wicker furniture, and a table.

Royal Palms Motor Inn

Royal Palms Motor Inn
Park Beach
Royal Palms Motor Inn
A resort with a large building featuring multiple levels and a pool area.

Pacific Bay Resort

Pacific Bay Resort
Coffs Harbour
Pacific Bay Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a covered area with a view of the pool.

Quality Hotel City Centre

Quality Hotel City Centre
Coffs Harbour
Quality Hotel City Centre
A sandy beach with people fishing and walking along the shore.

Bosuns Inn Motel

Bosuns Inn Motel
Park Beach
Bosuns Inn Motel
A coastal resort with a beachfront view, a large building with multiple floors, and surrounding hills.

Opal Cove Resort

Opal Cove Resort
Korora
Opal Cove Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

Coastal Bay Motel Coffs Harbour

Coastal Bay Motel Coffs Harbour
Park Beach
Coastal Bay Motel Coffs Harbour
A person sliding into a pool with a water tower in the background.

Coffs Windmill Motel

Coffs Windmill Motel
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Windmill Motel
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a covered seating area and a fenced deck.

Aquajet Motel

Aquajet Motel
Park Beach
Aquajet Motel
A modern building with large windows and a sign reading "CBD MOTOR INN".

CBD Motor Inn

CBD Motor Inn
Coffs Harbour
CBD Motor Inn
A backyard with a swimming pool, a barbecue area, and lounge chairs.

Park Beach Resort Motel

Park Beach Resort Motel
Park Beach
Park Beach Resort Motel
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick structure.

Sanctuary Resort & TreeHouse Restaurant

Sanctuary Resort & TreeHouse Restaurant
Coffs Harbour
Sanctuary Resort & TreeHouse Restaurant
A modern living room with a dining area, a gray sofa, and a television on the wall.

Beachpark Apartments

Beachpark Apartments
Park Beach
Beachpark Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Coffs Harbour Pacific Palms Motel

Coffs Harbour Pacific Palms Motel
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour Pacific Palms Motel
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and a wine rack.

Pier Hotel Coffs Harbour

Pier Hotel Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour
Pier Hotel Coffs Harbour
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window with a view, a small table with a kettle, and a microwave.

Toreador Motel

Toreador Motel
Coffs Harbour
Toreador Motel
A modern hotel lobby with round tables and wicker chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

Plantation Hotel Coffs Harbour

Plantation Hotel Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour
Plantation Hotel Coffs Harbour
A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.

Pacific Marina Apartments

Pacific Marina Apartments
Coffs Harbour
Pacific Marina Apartments
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, a small kitchen, and a dining area.

The Observatory Self Contained Apartments

The Observatory Self Contained Apartments
Coffs Harbour
The Observatory Self Contained Apartments
A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach

Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach
Emerald Beach
Discovery Parks - Emerald Beach
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a blue backsplash, and a ceiling fan.

Bentleigh Motor Inn- Coffs Harbour

Bentleigh Motor Inn- Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour
Bentleigh Motor Inn- Coffs Harbour
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Top cities in New South Wales

The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and surrounding cityscape.

Sydney

Sydney is known for its waterfront and opera house, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House.
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A lighthouse on a cliff overlooking the ocean at sunset.

Byron Bay

Byron Bay is known for its biking trails, and offers lots of things to see including Main Beach and Clarkes Beach.
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A historic building with a clock tower, a waterfront, and a stormy sky.

Newcastle

Newcastle is known for its waterfront and offers a host of attractions, such as Newcastle Beach and Newcastle City Hall.
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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a few people in the water.

Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour is known for its beaches and waterfront, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Coffs Central and Coffs Harbour Golf Club.
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A coastal highway winding along a cliffside, overlooking the ocean.

Wollongong

Wollongong is known for its beaches and waterfront, and entices visitors with popular attractions including WIN Entertainment Centre and WIN Stadium.
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A lighthouse with a white and blue structure, a grassy hill, and the ocean in the background.

Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie is known for its waterfront and beaches, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed and Glasshouse Cultural Centre.
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Top landmarks in New South Wales

The Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Circular Quay

9.2/10 (18,050 reviews)
You can stroll along Circular Quay for relaxing water views when you're in The Rocks. Let yourself be amazed at the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here. If you carry on walking you'll get to Overseas Passenger Terminal, King Street Wharf, and Milsons Point Wharf for some more water views.
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The Sydney Opera House with its distinctive sail-like design, surrounded by water and a cityscape in the background.

Sydney Opera House

9.4/10 (18,284 reviews)
If you're planning a night at the opera, Sydney Opera House in Sydney Central Business District should be top of your list. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Open Air Cinema is just a short walk away.
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The Sydney Harbour Bridge with the Sydney Opera House in the background.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

9.2/10 (8,366 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Sydney Harbour Bridge— just one of the monuments located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the center of Sydney. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?
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A sunny beach with clear blue water, people sunbathing, and boats in the background.

Manly Beach

9.2/10 (7,060 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Manly Beach is one of the most popular seaside spots located 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from central Sydney. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Queenscliff Beach, Harbord Beach, and North Steyne Beach, all 3 within a short walk.
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A concert with a large crowd, stage lighting, and a crowd of people.
Photo by Adrian Leist

Afterpay Arena

8.2/10 (1,925 reviews)
Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Afterpay Arena, a major stadium in Sydney Olympic Park. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Afterpay Arena is cool, you also might like Accor Stadium and Sydney Showground Stadium, both located nearby.
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An aerial view of a city with various buildings, including a stadium, sports fields, and commercial areas.

Accor Stadium

8.8/10 (1,017 reviews)
Why not catch an event at Accor Stadium, a major stadium in Sydney Olympic Park. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Accor Stadium is cool, you also might like Afterpay Arena and Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre, both located nearby.
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Two giraffes in a fenced enclosure with a city skyline in the background.

Taronga Zoo

8.8/10 (4,822 reviews)
It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Taronga Zoo, located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from central Sydney. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Taronga Zoo, you'll love Luna Park Sydney and Sydney Observatory, both located nearby.
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A nighttime cityscape with a prominent illuminated building reflecting in a body of water, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings and trees.
Photo by Sue Whiteman

Hyde Park

9.0/10 (4,183 reviews)
Hyde Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Sydney Central Business District. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is artsy and has lots of nice beaches.
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Check out the New South Wales hotels guests love right now

Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney
Sydney Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Emily
Paradox Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Sydney Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lauren
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Meriton Suites Sydney Airport

Meriton Suites Sydney Airport
Mascot

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Shari
Meriton Suites Sydney Airport

View Sydney

View Sydney
North Sydney

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Tom
View Sydney

Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney

Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney
Sydney Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Manuel
Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney

Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney

Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney
Bondi Beach

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Beth
Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney

Royal Palms Motor Inn

Royal Palms Motor Inn
Park Beach

10/10 Exceptional

United States
David
Royal Palms Motor Inn

NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach
Newcastle East

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Elizabeth
NOAH'S On The Beach

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Sydney Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anthony
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Mascot

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Desiree
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Nightelier Narrabeen

Nightelier Narrabeen
Narrabeen

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Nightelier Narrabeen

Vulcan Hotel Sydney

Vulcan Hotel Sydney
Ultimo

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Vulcan Hotel Sydney

Meriton Suites Pitt Street, Sydney

Meriton Suites Pitt Street, Sydney
Sydney Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rogelio
Meriton Suites Pitt Street, Sydney

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