
Hotels in popular cities in Australia
Below are the most popular cities in Australia to stay in, as well as some of the best hotels in each area
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Useful insights on Australia hotels
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Lowest Hotel Price | $28 |
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Most Popular Hotel (5-star) | Amora Hotel Brisbane |
Hotels Near Airport | 6524 |
Average Length of Stay | 5 days |
When to book a hotel in Australia
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Low season | May | cheapest month to stay |
High season | December | most expensive time to stay |
10% | expected price decrease | |
23% | expected price increase |
Price | $212 - $304 |
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Cheapest day of week | Sunday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
Highest day of week | Saturday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
$218 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day | |
$252 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day |
Best cities to book a hotel in Australia
Below are the average prices for hotels in the most popular cities in Australia
Price | $97 - $391 |
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CHEAPEST CITY IN AUSTRALIA | Cairns | 48% cheaper | Hotels in Cairns are the cheapest in Australia at just $97 per night on average |
MOST EXPENSIVE CITY IN AUSTRALIA | Hamilton Island | 52% more expensive | Hamilton Island has the highest priced hotels in Australia with rooms averaging $391 per night |
MOST POPULAR CITY IN AUSTRALIA | Sydney | 83% more users visited | More momondo users search for hotels in Sydney than any other city in Australia |
Information about staying in Australia
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What cities in Australia are best to stay in?
If you are planning to visit Australia, you should consider staying in Australian hotels in Sydney or Melbourne. The Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is a five-star hotel located in Sydney’s New South Wales area. This is a good destination for weekend getaways and day trips. You will access all the attractions and eateries from the metropolitan area, such as the Darling Harbour, Pyrmont Bridge, and the Australian National Maritime Museum. If you want to find cheap hotels in Australia, Sydney, you could opt for the Meriton Suites located along Campbell Street. Sydney and Melbourne are quite accessible with their reliable walking paths, roadways, and public transport network. Plus, you will have access to various public transport options like bus, light rail, ferry, or train to enjoy the scenery. In Sydney, you will access these travel options through a credit card with tap-and-go functionality or through an opal card.
What are the best things to do in Australia?
Australia has spectacular sceneries and attractions all over, making vacations and day trips fun for you and your loved ones. To save time and money, you should book hotels in Australia close to these attractions. A good example is Bondi Beach, located in Sydney, South Wales, not far from the city center. Staying at the Adina Apartment Hotel along Hall Street will give you better access to climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge or enjoying a show at the world-renowned Opera House. For a more adventurous experience, stay at the Fitzroy Island Resort or the Babinda Quarters. They are located in Tropical North Queensland, where you can snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef. Daintree hotels in Australia, such as the Daintree Crocodylus and the Daintree Manor B&B, will make it easier for you to visit the Daintree Forest, where you can cruise along the Daintree River that houses saltwater crocodiles and turtles.
What cities in Australia have the best nightlife?
Australian nightlife offers amazing cuisine and drinks. The native ingredients from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities give the food an amazingly fresh taste that dates back thousands of years. Watch out for the distinct Australian flavours, such as Wattle Seed, Finger Limes, Kangaroo, Marron, Lemon Myrtle, Quandong, Saltbush, Mudcrab, Green Ants, Crocodile, Macadamia Nuts, and Kakadu Plum. To access these delicacies, book hotels in Australia located close to Gold Coast, Darwin, Perth, or Canberra. The Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel and the Meriton Suite Surfers Paradise located in Gold Coast would be a good start. When it comes to drinking and enjoying the nightlife, book hotels in Australia located within Byron Bay, Magnetic Island, or Nimbin. The Magnetic Sunsets Resort has an amazing bar and lounge services onsite and is still accessible to off-site nightlife pubs and bars within Magnetic Island.
What cities in Australia are best for art and history?
Australia offers a lot of cultural attractions and art that are available in festivals, hidden bars, and painted laneways. If you are looking to enjoy some street art, you might want to stay in Australian hotels around Canberra. Canberra has amazing graffiti murals on the streets that are located at approximately 27 sites within the city. Try staying at the Avenue Hotel Canberra, located near the Australian Parliament House and Manuka Oval. Additionally, the location of Avenue Hotel Canberra makes it easier to access other landmarks, such as the Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia, and National Museum of Australia, which houses the history of Australia dating as far back as 65,000 years. Accessing the museum is free, but note that it gets crowded during organised touring exhibitions. Most tourists prefer to visit the museum in the morning. The busiest days to visit the museum are Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Alternatively, you could try the Adelaide Oval, which is busiest on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday.
When is the least expensive time to stay in Australia?
The least expensive month to stay at a hotel in Australia is April. On average, it only costs $260 per night in the month of April. Conversely, the most expensive month to visit Australia is December.
Where do most people stay in Australia?
Australia is full of enlightening and adventurous cities, but the most popular tourist destination is Sydney.
Which city in Australia has the most expensive hotel rooms?
Surfers Paradise is the most expensive city in Australia to book a hotel room in. The nightly rate of $220 is 53% more than the average city in Australia.
Which city in Australia has the least expensive hotel rooms?
The least expensive city in Australia to stay in is Brisbane. With an average rate of $35 per night, Brisbane is about 68% less expensive than other cities in Australia.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Australia?
There are 114,305 operators available for hotels in Australia as of February 2025.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Australia?
Prices for hotels in Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.
Why use momondo?
Why should I book accommodation in Australia through momondo?
Searching across hundreds of travel sites, momondo finds hotels and accommodation options in Australia and lets you filter them according to your needs. It is free to use and there are no hidden booking fees or costs.
How does momondo help me find a great place to stay in Australia?
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