Surry Hills

Sydney

Surry Hills
Surry Hills
Surry Hills
Surry Hills which includes outdoor art
Surry Hills

Stroll through back alleys to discover bustling wine bars, independent galleries and gourmet food in this lively and historic inner-city neighbourhood.

Rich in the arts and culture, Surry Hills is a creative neighbourhood with a cosmopolitan attitude. Get a glimpse of local life in Sydney by indulging in excellent coffee, trendy bars and a range of dining options to suit any palate.

First developed in the late 18th century, Surry Hills began as a working-class neighbourhood with a reputation for crime. Families from all over the world moved into the suburb after World War II, giving it a multicultural character. Having gentrified significantly since the 1980s, Surry Hills maintains a mix of newcomers and long-term residents. Walk through the neighbourhood and see the assorted range of industrial spaces, terrace houses and modern apartments to get a sense of the area’s evolution.

Stroll down the main strip of Crown Street and peek into the Victorian-era terrace houses to see the design studios and gallery spaces within. You will find a delightful range of fashion boutiques, from international designer labels and contemporary Australian design to retro and vintage wear.

Try a beer sourced from a local microbrewery in one of Surry Hills’ modern bars or enjoy a cold lager at a classic Sydney corner pub. If beer is not to your liking, go for a drop of red or white instead at one of the suburb’s numerous wine bars.

Catch a show at the Belvoir St Theatre, which draws from some of Australia’s finest directors, actors and playwrights to put on an impressive and diverse artistic program. Make time to visit the Brett Whiteley Studio, a hidden gem of a museum, located in eastern Surry Hills. See the home and workplace of one of Australia’s most celebrated 20th-century artists.

Surry Hills is easily accessible on foot from Sydney’s central business district. Central Railway Station sits on the western edge of the suburb and many bus lines service the area. The neighbourhood’s range of hotels and holiday apartments make it a great place to base yourself during your stay in Sydney.


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Surry Hills Hotel Deals

Rydges Sydney Central

Rydges Sydney Central

4.5 out of 5
28 Albion Street, Surry Hills, NSW
$117 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$129 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"It was conveniently located, friendly staff. Great breakfast which came with the room. Very happy with the stay."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Rydges Sydney Central
ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street, Surry Hills, NSW
$84 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$93 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (983 reviews)
"What a cool vibe! Staff was friendly and the hotel café and restaurant were exceptional. We really enjoyed the artistic design."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

ADGE Hotel & Residences
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
$171 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$188 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,360 reviews)
Fantastic hotel
"Fantastic Lovely room comfortable Spectacular veiws of opera house Wounderful breakfast great choice Friendly helpful staff Restaurant altertude was spectacular beautiful veiws and great meal"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
$197 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$218 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,490 reviews)
"Need to have more accessible power points in the room, particularly by the bedside as most people use their phone as an alarm clock these days, and it’s annoying to have to leap out of bed and across the room to turn it off."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
$224 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$247 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,920 reviews)
"Great location in the rocks, walkable to the Sydney opera house, harbor bridge and botanical gardens. Our room was spacious and we had great views (floor 21). Our kids loved the heated pool and hot tub. We didn’t eat in the hotel but can highly recommend the 4 seasons."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
$132 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$145 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,874 reviews)
"Very convenient and clean hotel at the airport"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
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Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual femail

Haymarket

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Haymarket
Darlinghurst showing a city

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Darlinghurst
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4.5/5(1,320 area reviews)

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Sydney Central Business District
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Enjoy the captivating waterfront views in Pyrmont. Star Casino is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more of Sydney.

Pyrmont
Darling Harbour which includes central business district, night scenes and a bay or harbor

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(269 area reviews)

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Darling Harbour
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

The Rocks

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The Rocks


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