5 Best Sydney Stays Perfect for Groups for 2025

The Blue Hotel

The Ultimate Guide to Sydney’s Top Group Stays
Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a weekend with friends, or a work retreat, Sydney offers an incredible variety of group accommodation. From CBD apartments to national park cottages, beachside hostels to luxury hotels, there’s something to suit every style, budget, and group size. These 5 stays can host up to eight guests – perfect for making memories together in Australia’s most vibrant city.

1) Bondi Beachside Style at The Blue Hotel

For a stylish group escape by the sea, The Blue Hotel in Bondi offers a luxurious yet relaxed setting just a block from Bondi Beach. Choose from the Blue Penthouse XL for four adults, the Blue Family Suite for six, or the Blue Group Suite featuring six queen beds for the ultimate grown-up sleepover. Guests can enjoy in-house Italian dining or stroll to local favourites like Sean’s Panaroma and Hotel Ravesis. Bondi Icebergs pool and iconic coastal walks are just minutes away. Price range: $$ Distance from CBD: 25-minute drive (7.5km)

2) Northern Beaches Relaxation at BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Set beside Narrabeen Lagoon, BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park is ideal for families and friends who love the outdoors. Accommodation includes cabins, villas, and a dorm-style Bunkhouse, with powered and unpowered camping sites also available. The park offers a waterpark, playground, and pedal go-kart hire. Guests can surf at North Narrabeen or take the Manly Fast Ferry to Circular Quay for a day in the city.
Price range: $
Distance from CBD: 45-minute drive (30km)

3) Harbourside Comfort at Macleay Hotel

Macleay Hotel 

Located in the vibrant suburb of Potts Point, the Macleay Hotel offers two-bedroom apartments for up to six guests, many with views of the Sydney Opera House or Elizabeth Bay. A short walk leads to chic dining spots and the scenic 11km foreshore walk. Facilities include full kitchens, balconies, rooftop pool, laundry on each floor, and optional parking.
Price range: $$
Distance from CBD: 11-minute drive (3km)

4) Exclusive Luxury at Crystalbrook Albion

For large groups wanting privacy and style, Crystalbrook Albion in Surry Hills can be rented in its entirety, offering 35 designer rooms and suites. Pet-friendly options, a leafy rooftop, and a self-service honesty bar add to the charm. Guests are close to theatres, art galleries, and exceptional dining, all in a chic urban setting blending heritage and modern design.
Price range: $$$
Distance from CBD: 10-minute drive (2km)

5) Western Sydney Adventure at Pullman Sydney Penrith

Pullman Sydney Penrith

Pullman Sydney Penrith brings five-star luxury to the west, with rooms for four and adjoining suites for six. Guests can enjoy three dining venues, a high-performance fitness centre, and nearby outdoor activities such as whitewater rafting, wakeboarding, and riverside walks. For post-adventure relaxation, the hotel’s Sleep Therapy Kit includes aromatherapy sprays, ambient lighting, and customised pillows.
Price range: $$
Distance from CBD: 50-minute drive (57km)

Web Contact Details

Visit NSW: https://www.sydney.com
The Blue Hotel: https://www.theblue.com.au/
BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park: https://www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/nsw/greater-sydney/sydney-lakeside-holiday-park
Macleay Hotel: https://www.themacleay.com
Crystalbrook Albion: https://www.crystalbrookcollection.com/albion
Pullman Sydney Penrith: https://www.pullmanpenrith.com.au/

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