What is Balmain East like?

Balmain East is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, shopping and waterfront. Are you looking for Balmain East travel tips? Make sure that you visit Port Jackson Bay and Waterman’s Cottage while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Balmain East area?

With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Balmain East to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Sydney area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Balmain East, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Balmain East.

What are the top things to see and do in Balmain East?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Balmain East are Port Jackson Bay and Waterman’s Cottage. When you're sightseeing in Sydney, Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Balmain East Hotels of 2026

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1. Shangri-La Sydney

The Rocks, 1.5 km from Balmain East

Phillip

RM979 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

2. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Central Business District, 1.9 km from Balmain East

Shannon

RM903 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

3. Paradox Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.9 km from Balmain East

Irma

RM888 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4. Hyatt Regency Sydney

Darling Harbour, 1.8 km from Balmain East

Daniel

RM786 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

5. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from Balmain East

Jyothi

RM825 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Little National Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.6 km from Balmain East

Leslie

RM800 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

7. Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour, 1.7 km from Balmain East

Mirsina

RM914 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

8. View Sydney

North Sydney, 2.5 km from Balmain East

Julie ann

RM613 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.9 km from Balmain East

Hiroko

RM903 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

10. Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour, 1.7 km from Balmain East

Ben

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

11. Rydges Australia Square

Sydney Central Business District, 1.9 km from Balmain East

Sulan

RM611 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. The Grace Hotel

Sydney Central Business District, 1.9 km from Balmain East

Kristy

RM818 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

13. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 2.1 km from Balmain East

Haider

RM1,049 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

14. ibis Sydney Barangaroo Hotel

Darling Harbour, 1.5 km from Balmain East

jamie

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

15. Novotel Sydney City Centre

Sydney Central Business District, 1.6 km from Balmain East

Peter

RM669 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

16. PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

Darling Harbour, 2.1 km from Balmain East

Laura

RM734 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

17. ibis Sydney Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour, 1.6 km from Balmain East

Li

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

18. The York by Swiss-Belhotel International

Sydney Central Business District, 1.6 km from Balmain East

John

RM847 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

19. Meriton Suites North Sydney

North Sydney, 2.6 km from Balmain East

Steph

RM569 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

20. Swissotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 2.1 km from Balmain East

Sailesh

RM789 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Where to stay in Balmain East

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Sydney Central Business District

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.

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A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Darling Harbour

Once the site of disused railway yards and dilapidated wharves, one of Sydney’s greatest urban renewal projects has breathed life into this location once more.

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A large, arched building with multiple entry points, including signs for 'Entry' and 'No entry'.

Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.

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A coastal town with clear blue waters, boats, and buildings with red roofs.

Manly

This coastal suburb of Sydney is like something from a postcard, and a haven for surfers, swimmers and sunbakers.

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A beach with a flag on a pole, a swimmer in the water, and people on the shore.

Bondi Beach

Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Pavilion.

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Top Balmain East Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice location right across the street feom international airport. Basically get your bag and cross the street. Now the bus to the domestic terminal is across the street from the entrance. The only issue I had was the toilet seat full flush button was not working."

The York by Swiss-Belhotel International

10/10 Excellent

"Conveniently located near George street but away enough from it as well. It’s an easy walk to Barangroo, The Rocks, Circular Quay, and Sydney Opera House as well as everything below from that. The hotel’s luggage storage was great since my flight wasn’t until 7 at night. I love that I have a washer and dryer in the room. I came back from a rainy whale watching day, which had a lot of salt water splashed on me. It was easy to do laundry at my convenience."

View Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"What a terrific property with an amazing view! I am so glad we stayed here. It was also conveniently located close to the metro. Given the inexpensive price I was blown away with the property. The only negative was the restaurant on the property. They tried to seat us in an area with no view. They explained that because we did not have reservations these other tables were reserved. The other tables never filled in the hour and 45 minutes we were there. The food was fine there but not exceptional like the hotel."

Hotels in Balmain East, Sydney

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Our top choices for Balmain East hotels

1. Shangri-La Sydney

2. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

3. Paradox Sydney

4. Hyatt Regency Sydney

5. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

6. Little National Hotel Sydney

7. Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

8. View Sydney

9. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10. Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

11. Rydges Australia Square

12. The Grace Hotel

13. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

14. ibis Sydney Barangaroo Hotel

15. Novotel Sydney City Centre

16. PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

17. ibis Sydney Darling Harbour

18. The York by Swiss-Belhotel International

19. Meriton Suites North Sydney

20. Swissotel Sydney

Where to stay in Balmain East

Sydney Central Business District

Darling Harbour

Sydney Olympic Park

Manly

Bondi Beach

Top Balmain East Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

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