Randwick is a large suburb in the southeastern region of Greater Sydney, and is only a 10-minute drive from beaches and surfing activities at Coogee and Bondi. Staying in this city's hotels offers a close location to the beaches without the dense beach-faring crowds. Randwick's hotels are also less than a half-hour from Sydney's central business district, and Centennial Park, one of the largest urban recreation areas in Sydney, is only five minutes from Randwick.
The boutique Avonmore on the Park hotel is in central Randwick, and features 23 guest rooms with antique-style furniture, fireplaces and kitchenettes. According to Travel Australia, the historic Avonmore on the Park was built in 1888, and has one of the largest outdoor terraces among Sydney hotel. The terrace overlooks the hotel's courtyard area, which features walking paths through the courtyard's gardens and tropical trees.
The hotel is across the street from Allison Park, a small urban park with picnicking areas and walking paths.Off-site dining is available on Avoca Street, which includes local restaurants, such as Jimbaran, a local favorite that serves Southeast Asia dishes, and Azteca's, which serves Mexican cuisine. The hotel is also less than five minutes from the Royal Randwick Racecourse, which hosts horse racing events throughout the year, including the annual Telstra Super Saturday in October.
Avonmore on the Park
34 The Ave.
Randwick, NSW 2031
Australia
61-2-9399-9388
avonmoreonthepark.com.au
The Randwick Lodge is an Australia Heritage listed hotel, and features a courtyard with barbecue grills, common kitchenette area and fitness center. The hotel is housed in in a converted 19th century apartment building, and all 40 guest rooms have refrigerators. Indoor garage parking is available for an extra fee.
The hotel is within walking distance of nearby restaurants on Belmore Road, such as Balzac Restaurant, which serves French and English-style cuisine. The beaches on Coogee Bay are only a five-minute drive from the hotel via Coogee Bay Road. The Bondi Beach Walk on Greater Sydney's beaches passes through Coogee and stretches from Bondi Beach to Maroubra. Beachfront shops, picnic areas and restaurants are located along the Bondi Beach Walk trail.
Randwick Lodge
211 Avoca St.
Randwick, NSW 2031
Australia
61-2-9310-0700
randwicklodge.com.au
The Gemini Hotel in central Randwick is within walking distance of shops and restaurants at the Royal Randwick Shopping Centre on Belmore Road. Avid golfers who stay at the Gemini Hotel are only a 10-minute drive from the 18-hole Australia Golf Course in Kensington. "The Spot," which is Randwick's popular entertainment district, is within 10 minutes of the hotel and has restaurants and shops. The hotel is also a five-minute drive from the campus of the University of New South Wales, which is convenient for families of the university's students.
Gemini Hotel has a concierge desk, laundromat and a lounge area for group gatherings. All the guest rooms have a mini-bar, and many of the rooms have private balconies or views of Sydney's central business district skyline. The hotel also has a "Penthouse Suite" with two bedrooms, kitchen and living room area.
The Gemini Hotel
65-71 Belmore Rd.
Randwick, NSW 2031
Australia
61-2-9399-9011
geminihotel.com.au
