Top 10 Hotels in East Coast Australia (from $61) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and digital screens displaying the hotel name.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and chairs.

1. Novotel Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport

Sophie

$180 nightly

$198 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with a central seating area, a staircase, and a large window.

A modern bar area with a long counter and multiple stools, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a visible staircase in the background.

A modern building with a glass facade, a brick section, and a neon sign.

A modern indoor dining area with a central tree, seating arrangements, and a view through large windows.

2. Moxy Sydney Airport

Mascot

Aoife

$112 nightly

$123 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

An airport with a RyDges Hotel in the background.

A modern interior with a central staircase, a seating area, and a counter with various items.

A spacious lobby with a central column, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'RYDGES' sign, a parking garage, and a modern architectural design.

3. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Mascot

Troy

$154 nightly

$169 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Total with taxes and fees

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel with a sign reading "The Palmer Collective." It features multiple floors, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a white van and a car.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by artificial grass and a metal fence.

A lobby with two elevators, a digital clock, a sign indicating the ground level, a self-service elevator button, and a vending machine.

4. The Palmer Collective

South Townsville

Karen

$102 nightly

$114 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a large mirror, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and glasses, a sign for mulled wine, and a wall with 'Mercure Hotels' and 'Everyone' branding.

A person sitting by a pool with a wooden deck and a lounge chair.

5. Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

Wolli Creek

Tim

$126 nightly

$138 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A buffet with various food items and cooking equipment.

6. Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

Mascot

Wendy

$103 nightly

$114 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a wine display.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, two bedside tables, and pendant lights.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a round dining table, and a sofa.

7. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Townsville

Mary

$113 nightly

$124 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Total with taxes and fees

A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, a central island with food displays, pendant lighting, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling panels, wicker furniture, and a reception desk with a stone wall backdrop.

A dining table with various dishes and drinks, overlooking a scenic view of palm trees and the ocean.

8. The Ville Resort - Casino

Townsville

Adriano

$162 nightly

$178 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

A modern conference room with a wooden accent wall, a round table with bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large 'Holiday Inn Express' sign, a 'Hello' sign, and two potted plants on either side.

A gym with treadmills, exercise equipment, and a patterned carpet.

9. Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Mascot

Melissa

$116 nightly

$128 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

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

A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.

A pool area with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.

10. Aquarius on the Beach

North Ward

Chris

$113 nightly

$124 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

A modern reception area with a curved counter, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall with a painting.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a bed, and a kitchenette.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a dining table with a bowl of apples. A balcony with a view of the city and mountains is visible through large windows.

11. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

South Townsville

Kerlynne

$113 nightly

$124 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table surrounded by chairs, a stone-tiled floor, and greenery.

A modern bar area with a wooden accent wall, a stone floor, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern reception area with a stone floor, seating, and a receptionist.

12. lyf Bondi Junction Sydney

Bondi Junction

Gloria

$106 nightly

$118 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with modern chandeliers, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs, featuring a view of the cityscape and greenery outside.

A modern, open-plan cafe with large windows, wooden flooring, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.

A modern hotel lobby with a large screen displaying "Open up your world" and "IHG Rewards".

13. Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport by IHG

Mascot

JingJing

$115 nightly

$126 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

14. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Greg

$132 nightly

$147 total

Sep 12 - Sep 13

Total with taxes and fees

15. Hotel Marvell

Byron Bay

Jordan

$292 nightly

$292 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A dining table set for two with a cityscape view, including a bridge and skyscrapers.

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.

16. View Sydney

North Sydney

Walid

$125 nightly

$138 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a reflective pool and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden furniture, and a TV screen on the wall.

A modern living room with a red sofa, beige sofa, and a coffee table. There is a TV on the right and a dining area in the background.

17. Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre

Mascot

Danny

$123 nightly

$135 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

An aquarium with various marine life visible through the glass.

A group of people dining at an outdoor table with string lights overhead.

An aerial view of a resort with a large pool area, a water slide, and a dock with boats.

A beach with a city skyline in the background.

18. Sea World Resort

Main Beach

$170 nightly

$187 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A corridor with wooden flooring and white walls, leading to a large, open space with a geometric ceiling structure.

A hotel with a pool, golf course, and city skyline in the background.

A spacious indoor dining area with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs, featuring a modern chandelier and a view of the outdoor patio.

19. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

Benowa

Grant

$123 nightly

$138 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-story hotel with balconies, outdoor seating, and well-maintained landscaping.

A courtyard with a statue, potted plants, and a building with balconies.

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool, a brick wall, and a clear sky.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a white microwave, and a small refrigerator.

20. Town Beach Motor Inn

Port Macquarie

Pat

$89 nightly

$98 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

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Vacation Rentals in East Coast Australia

Aparthotel

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean with boats.

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.

A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and a few sailboats.

A modern kitchen with a view of the sea and boats, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a potted plant.

Mirage Whitsundays

Cannonvale

"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"

Aparthotel

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a person walking.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a hanging chair, a sofa set, and a coffee table.

Two wooden stools with candles, a pineapple, and a small plant against a stone wall.

An outdoor seating area with a modern design, including a stone wall, a black table, and a glass beverage dispenser.

Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney

Bondi Beach

"Really excellent hotel in a great location and reasonable price."

Aparthotel

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

An indoor swimming pool with a view of the ocean, large windows, and a modern design.

A high-rise room with a panoramic ocean view, furnished with a round table and chairs, and a bottle of champagne.

A modern living room with a city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise

"Great area!"

Aparthotel

A resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a fruit bowl on the dining table.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A reception area with a sign for Silkari Lagoons, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Port Douglas

"Check in was quick and easy, rooms were clean and spacious and the hotel pools were great. All round fantastic place to stay."

Aparthotel

A multi-story hotel with a central swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern resort building with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel entrance with a stone wall, indoor plants, and a well-lit pathway.

A balcony with a glass table, chairs, and a view of a swimming pool and surrounding greenery.

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Port Douglas

"Excellent accommodation. Heated pools, all rooms facing the pool and just a few minutes walk to main shopping strip."

Aparthotel

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a palm tree.

A coastal resort with a beach, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Landmark Resort

Mooloolaba

"Awesome location and and the hotel was a great fit for how long I was there and for what i needed."

Aparthotel

A rooftop pool area with two pools, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a glass table and chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a view of tall buildings through large windows.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a city view.

Qube Broadbeach

Broadbeach

"Love the location and the size of the place. Will stay again"

Apartment

A balcony with a clear view of the ocean and beach, high-rise buildings, and a golf course.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a beach, and high-rise buildings in the background.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick deck.

An aerial view of a coastal city with high-rise buildings, a beach, and a river.

Oscar on Main Resort

Main Beach

"Great location, 2 minutes walk to the beach and 2 minutes walk to Tedder Ave. Apartment was large, clean and well appointed."

Aparthotel

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, buildings, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large window overlooking the beach, a bed with white and blue bedding, and a painting of water on the wall.

A modern high-rise building with multiple balconies and large windows.

Boardwalk Burleigh Beach

Burleigh Heads

"Great Location and Has everything you need. Was perfect for the stay I needed"

Aparthotel

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a swimming pool and palm trees.

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by chairs. There is a television on a stand in the background, and a white cabinet with drawers to the right.

Sand Dunes Resort

Marcoola

"Brilliant spot, great pool and close to beach"

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a sink, and a microwave.

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with a white table and wicker chairs.

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Salamander Bay

"Very welcoming from start and very comfortable room, thank you"

Aparthotel

A pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a building with balconies in the background.

A living room with a round wooden coffee table, two wicker chairs, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside patio.

A spacious living area with a dining table, wicker furniture, and a view of the sea through large windows.

An aerial view of a coastal residential area with beachfront properties, roads, and a marina.

The Sands Resort

Yamba

"Very nice place. It would be perfect if there was a heated pool, it would make it a year round destination."

Aparthotel

A high-rise building with a glass balcony overlooking a cityscape during sunset.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a building through the window.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a gray sofa and a small round table in the living area, with a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with glass walls, blue seating, and a wooden ceiling.

Meriton Suites Mascot Central

Mascot

"Close to good supermarket, close to transport to city and airport, guests lounge to have a cup of coffee and repack my bags"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a table set for a meal, overlooking a cityscape and the sea.

A modern building with large white letters spelling "AVANI" in the foreground, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A reception area with a wooden floor, modern chairs, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted sign.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the city.

Avani Broadbeach Residences

Broadbeach

"Great location amazing views"

Aparthotel

A bakery with a display case of pastries and a menu board listing items like croissants and doughnuts.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the city skyline.

A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a coffee station, and a reception desk.

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Sydney Central Business District

"Room was always clean; staff were polite, stay was very comfortable!"

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Stay near popular East Coast Australia attractions

Sydney Opera House

9.4/10 (18,284 reviews)

One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.

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The Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Circular Quay

9.2/10 (18,050 reviews)

Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.

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Sydney Harbour Bridge

9.2/10 (8,366 reviews)

Stroll from end-to-end or climb to the top; either way, Sydney’s “Coat Hanger” serves up memories to last a lifetime.

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A coastal city with a long beach, high-rise buildings, and a river.

Surfers Paradise Beach

8.8/10 (4,993 reviews)

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

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A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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Warner Bros. Movie World

8.4/10 (4,531 reviews)

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

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A tree-lined street at night with string lights.

Hastings Street

8.8/10 (3,842 reviews)

Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.

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XXXX Brewery

8.0/10 (2,002 reviews)

XXXX Brewery is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

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Top East Coast Australia Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We got the penthouse and it was very nice. One elevator was out of service at the time so it made it challenging to get up to the 18th floor. We liked our room and the location was great."

Hyatt Regency Sydney

8/10 Good

"Not what I had expected from Hyatt Regency, and I have given them my feedback directly. I prefer staying at places where the staff appears genuinely happy at work."

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

View Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Great place! Beautiful views. Near to Wendy’ Secret Garden."

Dorsett Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was great but not well heated for this time of year. Room was great and bathroom lovely. Shame the walkway to pacific fair was blocked (no reason provided) so walk over there was pretty long. Had s great stay, beds comfy too"

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, only concern was a bit of mold in the bathroom but not enough to stop me from enjoying the beside room, view and great service."

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The Breakfast buffet was excellent!"

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent

"Such an incredible place to stay! Has spoilt my kids for life."

More cheap stays in East Coast Australia

The Occidental Hotel

43 York St Sydney NSW

$56 nightly

$61 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Total with taxes and fees

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD

$61 nightly

$68 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (770 reviews)

Imperial Motel Windsor

159 Lutwyche Rd Windsor QLD

$72 nightly

$80 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

7/10 Good! (625 reviews)

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

509 Pitt Street Haymarket NSW

$75 nightly

$82 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (475 reviews)

ibis budget Sydney Airport

5 Ross Smith Avenue Mascot NSW

$81 nightly

$89 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

7.4/10 Good! (2,426 reviews)

Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

18 Navigator Place, Cnr. Nudgee Road Hendra QLD

$101 nightly

$111 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

6.4/10 (1,014 reviews)

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Our top choices for East Coast Australia hotels

1. Novotel Brisbane Airport

2. Moxy Sydney Airport

3. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4. The Palmer Collective

5. Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

6. Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

7. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

8. The Ville Resort - Casino

9. Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

10. Aquarius on the Beach

11. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

12. lyf Bondi Junction Sydney

13. Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport by IHG

14. Pacific Hotel Cairns

15. Hotel Marvell

16. View Sydney

17. Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre

18. Sea World Resort

19. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

20. Town Beach Motor Inn

Vacation Rentals in East Coast Australia

Mirage Whitsundays

Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Landmark Resort

Qube Broadbeach

Oscar on Main Resort

Boardwalk Burleigh Beach

Sand Dunes Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

The Sands Resort

Meriton Suites Mascot Central

Avani Broadbeach Residences

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Stay near popular East Coast Australia attractions

Sydney Opera House

Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Surfers Paradise Beach

Cairns Esplanade

Warner Bros. Movie World

Hastings Street

XXXX Brewery

Learn more about East Coast Australia

Top East Coast Australia Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

View Sydney

Dorsett Gold Coast

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

More cheap stays in East Coast Australia

The Occidental Hotel

Magnums Airlie Beach

Imperial Motel Windsor

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

ibis budget Sydney Airport

Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

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