What is Cockatoo Island like?

Cockatoo Island is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its waterfront, restaurants and gardens. Consider a visit to Port Jackson Bay as part of your Cockatoo Island travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Cockatoo Island?

For your stay in Cockatoo Island, Cockatoo Island is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Cockatoo Island.

What is there to do around this Sydney neighbourhood?

Port Jackson Bay is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Cockatoo Island. When you're sightseeing in Sydney, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay are also worth a stop.

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A modern kitchen with a central island, a red umbrella, and a view of a garden through glass doors.

1. Cockatoo Island

Cockatoo Island

Shaun

HK$634 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A table set for dinner with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

2. Shangri-La Sydney

The Rocks, 3.6 km from Cockatoo Island

Ralf

HK$1,957 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A view of Sydney's skyline with the Sydney Harbour Bridge and numerous boats.

3. View Sydney

North Sydney, 3.5 km from Cockatoo Island

Grant

HK$1,202 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A balcony with a table, a bottle of champagne, a glass, a bowl of strawberries, and a view of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour.

4. Meriton Suites North Sydney

North Sydney, 3.6 km from Cockatoo Island

Mike

HK$1,169 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A historic building with a classical facade, large windows, and a flag.

5. Paradox Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 4 km from Cockatoo Island

Irma

HK$1,700 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A grand staircase with red carpet and black and white checkered steps, leading to an ornate ceiling with a central emblem marked '99'.

6. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 4 km from Cockatoo Island

Sammie

HK$1,661 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

7. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Central Business District, 3.9 km from Cockatoo Island

Shannon

HK$1,896 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A waterfront bar with a city view, wooden deck, and modern seating.

8. Hyatt Regency Sydney

Darling Harbour, 3.9 km from Cockatoo Island

Daniel

HK$1,504 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and signage for 'citi' and 'E.W. Walker'.

9. Citadines Walker North Sydney

North Sydney, 3.5 km from Cockatoo Island

Christine

HK$1,007 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, leather chairs, and pendant lighting.

10. Vibe Hotel North Sydney

North Sydney, 3.4 km from Cockatoo Island

Damien John

HK$1,114 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern indoor swimming pool with mosaic-tiled columns, lounge chairs, and a view of the city.

11. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 3.7 km from Cockatoo Island

Jyothi

HK$1,621 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A night view from a balcony with a cityscape, including a bridge and waterfront buildings.

12. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 4.2 km from Cockatoo Island

Haider

HK$2,008 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small coffee table, a large window with curtains, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

13. Rydges North Sydney

North Sydney, 3.7 km from Cockatoo Island

Susan

HK$1,097 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern living room with a central round coffee table, sofas, and a large window offering a city view.

14. Little National Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 3.7 km from Cockatoo Island

NIGEL

HK$1,532 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lobby with a curved sofa, round ottomans, and large hanging lamps.

15. Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour, 3.7 km from Cockatoo Island

Ben

HK$1,393 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

16. PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

Darling Harbour, 4.2 km from Cockatoo Island

Laura

HK$1,454 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, a metal ladder, and a view of a gym area.

17. The Grace Hotel

Sydney Central Business District, 4 km from Cockatoo Island

Kristy

A modern indoor space with wooden flooring, round tables, and orange seating.

18. Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Mascot, 9.4 km from Cockatoo Island

Javier

HK$1,007 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, columns, and a red car parked in front.

19. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Sydney Central Business District, 4.4 km from Cockatoo Island

Ajit

HK$1,840 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

20. Meriton Suites Chatswood

5.4 km from Cockatoo Island

Frederick

HK$1,091 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.

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 rusting railroad yards and wharves, one of Sydney’s greatest urban renewal projects now buzzes with museums, boutiques and eateries.

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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 Afterpay Arena while you're exploring the area.

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A waterfront with a ferry named 'Ocean Wave' and a building labeled 'MANYLY WHARF'.

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 Cockatoo Island Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was very good and the staff amazing"

Rydges Australia Square

8/10 Good

"Contactless check-in felt cold and unwelcoming. Room was very small for a premier King, but it was very clean, and the bed was super comfortable. Limited space for two large suitcases. Also no welcome drink provided as promised (we're Rydges card members). Tv had no streaming only guest app login only, despite their home page advertising inhouse movies. Not even the maintenance man knew about the latter. Front desk staff were not very friendly or helpful when we approached them about queries. Cocktail bar was closed on Saturday night (we stayed Thurs - Mon). The best thing about the hotel was it's close proximity to all the tourist spots, being walkable distances and close to transport. Our room view was bleak (a building directly across and street below). Maybe show this on the advertised photos? Gym facilities were apparently a shared use of an "Anytime Fitness" gym just around the corner. We never found this gym. Staff didn't ask how our stay was when we checked out, instead just demanded our room number, and that was it. The shower door in our bathroom squeaked every time you opened and closed it. The housekeeping was very good. Overall I was disappointed with this hotel experience. I probably wouldn't stay here in future, despite it's fantastic location."

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

8/10 Good

"Handy location close to China town, and Darling Harbour. Whilst rooms were clean the hallway and areas outside of lifts didn’t look like they had been vacuumed or dusted for a while. Water jugs and water stations are a great idea. Bar area was vey nice and great value happy hour prices. For the amount we paid for this hotel I was somewhat disappointed as it was nothing special. Staff were super friendly and helpful."

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Our top choices for Cockatoo Island hotels

1. Cockatoo Island

2. Shangri-La Sydney

3. View Sydney

4. Meriton Suites North Sydney

5. Paradox Sydney

6. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

7. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

8. Hyatt Regency Sydney

9. Citadines Walker North Sydney

10. Vibe Hotel North Sydney

11. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

12. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

13. Rydges North Sydney

14. Little National Hotel Sydney

15. Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

16. PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

17. The Grace Hotel

18. Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

19. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

20. Meriton Suites Chatswood

Where to stay in Cockatoo Island

Sydney Central Business District

Darling Harbour

Sydney Olympic Park

Manly

Bondi Beach

Top Cockatoo Island Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

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