The Best Hotels in Bondi, Sydney

Beautiful Bondi Beach is one of the world's most iconic stretches of sand. Set slightly east of Sydney's bustling heart, this seaside idyll has long been a playground for the region's hip, fun-loving crowd. Surfers, sunbathers and partygoers have flocked to Bondi to see and be seen for decades — and this ever-popular spot has the trendy hotels to match.

Expect golden sands backed by a lively promenade and grassy expanse filled with picnicking families, friends enjoying ice cream, or surfers kicking back after a morning out on the waves. Just across the road are the buzzy cafés, bars and boutiques. Pick up pieces by up-and-coming Australian designers, gather for brunch within sight of the sea, or sip sundowners as day gives way to evening. The Bondi Icebergs Club, a local landmark with swimming pools hewn into the headland, is not to be missed — nor are the famous Bondi Markets. The best hotels in Bondi are within walking distance of the beach, perfect for couples, families and friends seeing to soak up the magic of this corner of Sydney.

For Boutique Chic

• Bondi Beach House is made up of five gorgeous suites with wooden floors and French doors set behind a blue-painted façade. Individually designed spaces are characterised by antiques, original artwork and lots of light. An intimate retreat for artistic types and romantics since the 1950s, just moments from the beach.
• Hotel Ravesis offers 16 stylish guest rooms and apartments facing beautiful Bondi Beach. Expect a cool, coastal vibe with pale pink, yellow and blue textiles, and striking sea views. The hotel boasts three trendy bars and its own club, perfect for keen partygoers. Tuck into the restaurant's top-notch Mediterranean cuisine after days of sun and surf.

For Families

• QT Bondi, just five minutes from the beach, has a bright, playful feel. Ideal for families, many of the art-filled guest rooms have space for extra beds or cots, as well as private kitchenettes. Self-catering options make this a great pick for longer-stay guests, too. Borrow surfboards and bicycles from the hotel as you head out to explore.

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  • Bondi Beach House Sydney (Bondi Beach) 5 rooms from £136

    
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    Romantic Break  -  A hip little beach house with spacious suites featuring vintage pieces, terrace-facing French doors & a real sense of romance

    Beach Life  -  A fabulous coastal bolthole just two minutes from Bondi Beach, perfect for artists, surfers & beachgoers

    Local markets  -  The Bondi Beach Markets have brought together creatives since the 1990s, and you'll find vintage pieces & crafts aplenty

    Surfing  -  Ride the waves with seasoned surfers and eager beginners at Bondi, borrowing boards & taking lessons

    

    Five gorgeous suites with wooden floorboards & terrace-facing French doors behind a blue-painted façade in Bondi. Quirky spaces are bedecked in antiques, with original artwork, lots of light & organic breakfast provisions. A Bondi icon since the 1950s, this intimate retreat oozes easygoing charm. See More

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  • Hotel Ravesis Sydney (Bondi Beach) 16 rooms from £124

    
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    Beach Life  -  A hip coastal hotel across the road from the iconic Bondi Beach, this is a top spot for surfers, foodies & stylish beachgoers

    Hotel Entertainment  -  The hotel has its own club, perfect for late-night boogies with cracking cocktails & live music

    Romantic Break  -  Chic rooms & suites are ideal for romantic couples, who will love the cool, understated vibe

    Surfing  -  Ride the waves at world-famous Bondi Beach, borrowing a board or taking expert-led classes

    

    A collection of 16 stylish guest rooms & apartments facing iconic Bondi Beach. Spaces have a cool, coastal vibe, with floor-to-ceiling windows, pale pink, yellow & blue textiles & ocean views. With three hip bars & a cracking Mediterranean menu with superb seafood, this is a trendy seaside spot. See More

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  • QT Bondi Sydney (Bondi) 69 rooms from £112

    
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    Families  -  A great family choice, with cots and extra beds, plus bicycles and surfboards to borrow for your days on Bondi Beach

    Beach Life  -  A buzzy choice for time in Bondi, with bright, art-filled interiors just five minutes from the beach

    Surfing  -  Hire surfboards from the hotel to ride the waves at world-famous Bondi Beach

    Great walks  -  Follow the Bondi to Bronte cliff-top walk for beautiful views and a real sense of this iconic part of Sydney

    

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    A playful Bondi base, showcasing bright original artwork just five minutes' walk from one of the world's most iconic beaches. Expect whitewashed walls, pale wooden floors & pops of colour in spacious guest rooms with extra bed options, plus kitchenettes & seating areas. Fun, fresh and affordable. See More

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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

posted Tuesday, 13th August 2024