What is Balmain East like?

Balmain East is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, shopping and waterfront. Are you looking for Balmain East travel tips? Make sure that you visit Port Jackson Bay and Cathermore while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Balmain East area?

With 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Balmain East to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Sydney area.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Balmain East.

What are the top things to see and do in Balmain East?

Port Jackson Bay, Cathermore and Waterman’s Cottage are just a few attractions to check out in Balmain East. When you're sightseeing in Sydney, Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Balmain East Hotels of 2026

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

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Mascot, 8.8 km from Balmain East

William

includes taxes & fees

26 Feb - 27 Feb

Moxy Sydney Airport

Mascot, 8.2 km from Balmain East

Dustin

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Mascot, 8.1 km from Balmain East

Dianne

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

9 km from Balmain East

David

includes taxes & fees

23 Mar - 24 Mar

Tempe Hotel

7.8 km from Balmain East

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

9 Mar - 10 Mar

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Silkari Urban CKS Sydney Airport Hotel

9.1 km from Balmain East

Maureen

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

ibis budget Sydney Airport

Mascot, 8.3 km from Balmain East

Debra

includes taxes & fees

10 Mar - 11 Mar

Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

Mascot, 7.8 km from Balmain East

Karen

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

lyf Bondi Junction Sydney

6.9 km from Balmain East

Mark

includes taxes & fees

25 Mar - 26 Mar

Citadines Connect Sydney Airport

Mascot, 8.1 km from Balmain East

stuart

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Shangri-La Sydney

The Rocks, 1.5 km from Balmain East

Mansoor

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Quest Cronulla Beach

Cronulla, 21.7 km from Balmain East

eric

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre

Mascot, 8.1 km from Balmain East

timothy

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

Caption By Hyatt Central Sydney

Haymarket, 2.8 km from Balmain East

Martin

includes taxes & fees

9 Mar - 10 Mar

Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport by IHG

Mascot, 7.6 km from Balmain East

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Pullman Sydney Airport

Mascot, 7.7 km from Balmain East

Colin

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Haberfield Hotel

5.9 km from Balmain East

Jonathan Mark

includes taxes & fees

10 Mar - 11 Mar

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 2.1 km from Balmain East

Flora

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Rydges Cronulla Beachside

Cronulla, 21.8 km from Balmain East

Emma

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

View Sydney

North Sydney, 2.5 km from Balmain East

Michael

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

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Where to stay in Balmain East

Find the best Balmain East areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Sydney Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and a city

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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Darling Harbour

Once the site of disused railway yards and dilapidated wharves, one of Sydney’s greatest urban renewal projects has breathed life into this location once more.

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Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre while you're exploring the area.

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Manly

This coastal suburb of Sydney is like something from a postcard, and a haven for surfers, swimmers and sunbakers.

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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 Icebergs.

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Top Balmain East Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"I got into Sydney early and my room was ready. I did not have to wait till 3pm to check in. That was wonderful. Check in and out was seamless. A wonderful stay. "