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About this property
Watsons Bay Hotel is a 2-minute walk from Watsons Bay Baths, Camp Cove and Hornby Lighthouse. Featuring a waterfront location, it offers free WiFi access in public areas. Free parking is provided. The air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen cable TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The en suite bathroom offers free toiletries, a hairdryer and a bathtub. Guests enjoy views of the city skyline and Sydney Harbour from the property. Watsons Bay Hotel is a 20-minute drive from famous Circular Quay. It is 12 km from central Sydney and a 30-minute drive from Sydney Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marit
United Kingdom
“This was such a find! Location was superb - just a short and delightful ferry ride from the hustle and bustle of Sydney CBD, and so peaceful with spectacular views and great walking on your doorstep. Hotel has a New England feel with staff that...” - Nicole
Australia
“Well appointed spacious rooms with every little detail for comfort and convenience thought of!” - Rory
Australia
“Staff were super helpful.. We wanted to check in early and they texted us the minute the room was available. It was my wife birthday and they left a bottle of wine in the room.. Haven’t had this level of attention in years in an Australian hotel....” - Victoria
United Kingdom
“Beautiful decor and very peaceful. Also fabulous staff.” - Margie
South Africa
“The room was lovely, very well appointed, with great views over the harbour. We did a walk in the afternoon up to the lighthouse, which was very easy considering our lack of fitness! We ordered fish and chips in our room, which was delivered very...” - Janelle
Australia
“Location was excellent. Decor was attractive. Staff extremely friendly and helpful Quality food, well cooked” - Patricia
Australia
“We had the continental breakfast which was very nice,the outlook was superb! All the staff were amazing, so helpful,nothing was too much trouble ! A really special moment was when the owner of the hotel introduced himself to us and was genuinely...” - Trish
Australia
“The staff were excellent especially in reception where they organised disabled parking for my husband by writing our name on a reserved sign and taping it to a post. Very grateful.” - Peter
Australia
“Breakfast was a very nice continental breakfast with great coffee and plenty of choice” - Don
Australia
“The position, the staff, the decor, the comfort, the breakfast, being close to the ferry.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Watsons Bay Hotel Beach Club Bar
- CuisinePizza • Seafood • Australian • Grill/BBQ
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Rise and shine with a complimentary Australian continental breakfast in our Sunset Room for all registered adults and children. Included is coffee and tea made to order, along with light cold dishes such as pastries, fresh fruit, and yoghurts. Additional substantial hot items are available to add on at a cost. This is available between 07:00 and 10:00 during the week and until 11:00 on weekends. For later risers, our Kiosk is open from 09:00 with limited take-away breakfast options for purchase.
Please note that the property will be undergoing construction from 28 April to early October 2025, and rooms may be affected by noise from 07:00 to 15:00 from Monday to Friday.
Please inform Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.