Newtown Travel Guide

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Graffiti, Newtown, Sydney, Australia
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More hipsters drinking in a cool craft beer spot.
200 yo Moreton Bay Fig Tree in the church grounds
Get amongst the pubs and theatre venues to feel the beat of Newtown’s drum.

Vintage boutiques, local designers and bookstores are strung invitingly along the suburb’s main strip. Check out bakeries, cafés and cheap eateries, or hit up Newtown’s buzzing microbrewery and selection of unique bars. Soon enough, you’ll be singing Newtown’s praises too.


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Our pick of the best Newtown Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is AU$302 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$302
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,550 reviews)
Pure luxury, all staff amazing! Especially Peter the doorman!

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW
The price is AU$244 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$244
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,056 reviews)
Best location for an early morning flight the next morning, across the street from the International Terminal at SYD. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast buffet was very good.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$269 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$269
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,953 reviews)
Excellent location, short walk to Darling harbour/ Barangaroo and to the city. No swimming pool. Good buffet breakfast facilities, excellent bar on roof top looking out over the harbour and surrounds, but pricey $$. Bed was quite hard, shower had good pressure. Room was very quiet on city side of ...

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$192 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$192
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,614 reviews)
I am a walker and could walk everywhere I wanted to go: good public transport close by if preferred. I booked three nights ahead of a cruise, the location was more than adequate for Darling Harbour & the Quay, Rocks, Opera House, Botanical Gardens etc.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is AU$362 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$362
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,126 reviews)
Outstanding stay.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place Sydney NSW
The price is AU$308 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$308
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,750 reviews)
Room cleanliness was sub-par for a hotel of this calibre. I’ve had numerous black hair in the shower and several areas had a serious dust accumulation.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.

Pyrmont
Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.

Surry Hills
Darling Harbour featuring night scenes, city views and a bay or harbour

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(3,097 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour
J51MXR Aerial view of Sydney International Airport, Mascot, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Mascot

Travellers choose Mascot for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mascot Station or Domestic Airport Station and check out top sights like Meriton Retail Precinct Mascot Central.

Mascot
Sydney Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and a city

Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(8,551 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District


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