What is Paddington like?

Paddington is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its cafes and shopping. Make sure that you visit Oxford Street and Paddington Markets as part of your Paddington travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Paddington?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia is the highest ranked property in Paddington. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Hyde Park, and it offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Mrs Banks Boutique Hotel and Oxford House .

How many hotels are there in Paddington?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodation options in Paddington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Sydney area.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Paddington.

What is there to do in this Sydney neighbourhood?

While you're in Paddington, a shopping trip to Oxford Street, Paddington Markets or The Intersection might be the perfect way to find that souvenir you've been looking for. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Australian Galleries and Juniper Hall are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. While you're out sightseeing in Sydney, make sure that you visit other sights such as Allianz Stadium or Lume Sydney Spa.

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Our top choices for Paddington hotels

The Paddington White Sanctuary

Paddington

25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia

Paddington

Adam

฿7,000 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

Mrs Banks Boutique Hotel

Paddington

Tiffany

฿6,907 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Mar - 25 Mar

Oxford House

Paddington

Steven

฿6,767 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Mascot, 7.8 km from Paddington

Kimberly

฿5,635 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Mar - 27 Mar

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Mascot, 6.3 km from Paddington

Steven

฿4,135 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

8.4 km from Paddington

Michael

฿4,296 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Moxy Sydney Airport

Mascot, 6.2 km from Paddington

Christopher

฿3,929 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

Quest Cronulla Beach

Cronulla, 19.7 km from Paddington

eric

฿5,220 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Capella Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 2.7 km from Paddington

Rafi

฿19,981 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Citadines Connect Sydney Airport

Mascot, 6.3 km from Paddington

Inga

฿3,659 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

Paradox Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 2.7 km from Paddington

Peter

฿7,207 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 2.7 km from Paddington

Michael

฿7,831 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

Premier Harbour Bridge King Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Shangri-La Sydney

The Rocks, 3.2 km from Paddington

Leslie

฿6,976 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Rydges Cronulla Beachside

Cronulla, 19.7 km from Paddington

Jason

฿4,971 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (High Floor) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Pullman Sydney Airport

Mascot, 6 km from Paddington

Tony

฿5,174 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

Mascot, 6.1 km from Paddington

Leanne

฿4,300 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

lyf Bondi Junction Sydney

2.6 km from Paddington

Mark

฿5,290 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

ibis budget Sydney Airport

Mascot, 6.4 km from Paddington

Mary

฿2,841 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

View Sydney

North Sydney, 5.1 km from Paddington

Lisa

฿6,214 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

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