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1,030 reviews

The Alison Randwick

The Alison Randwick

136-138 Alison Road, Randwick, Sydney, 2031, Australia

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Free wifi

Golf course

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

View

Balcony

The Alison Randwick

The Alison Randwick is a 2-star guest house in Randwick, New South Wales, Australia. Located at 136-138 Alison Road, Randwick, it sits just 0.7mi from the city center and has earned 1,030 reviews from travelers. Rates start from $99 per night, offering an affordable base for exploring the neighborhood.

Amenities packed for comfort include free Wifi, air conditioning, a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, a view, and a balcony with free toiletries. Parking comes in two forms—Private Parking and on-site Parking—with extra charges, while a golf course is listed as free for guests.

Nestled in Randwick, this guest house combines budget-friendly accommodation with practical perks, inviting guests to relax between trips to nearby sights and beaches in New South Wales.

Randwick’s laid-back guest house serves as a cheerful hub for day-trippers and beach-bound explorers. A helpful tour desk can map out local escapes, while a small garden and a balcony with a view offer a cozy perch to unwind after a day of wandering. The balcony is paired with free toiletries for a touch of simple, practical pampering, perfect for a relaxed evening.

Parking options keep plans flexible with Private Parking and on-site Parking available (both with extra charges). A golf course listed as free for guests adds a playful twist for those who like to squeeze in a round between sightseeing or beach hops.

Payment is easy with Mastercard, American Express, Visa, Maestro, and Eftpos accepted; cash is not accepted. A range of room configurations is available to fit different trips, including Twin, Queen, Double, Single, and Family layouts, with some options offering private bathrooms and others shared, letting travelers pick what suits the group best.

Closest airports

Sydney International Airport

4.2mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Golf course

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

View

Balcony

Free toiletries

Rooms

Double Room with Shared Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Double Bed

75 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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This room includes air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Shared bathroom facilities with towels and toiletries provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional beds.

Premium Double Room with Shared Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Premium, Shared Bathroom

1 Double Bed

95 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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This room includes air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Shared bathroom facilities with towels and toiletries provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional beds.

Family Room with Private Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Family, Private Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

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This room includes air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, private private bathroom and free WiFi. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests using the Queen size bed(s) only. There is an additional AUD 40 charge per night if any other beds are used (see 'Policies' section). Please note that there is no capacity for additional beds.

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

110 sqft

Balcony

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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This room includes air-conditioning, flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Shared bathroom facilities with towels and toiletries provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional beds.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

75 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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This room includes air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Shared bathroom facilities with towels and toiletries provided. Please note that there is no capacity for additional beds.

Queen Room with Private Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Queen Room, Private Bathroom

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

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This room includes air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, private private bathroom and free WiFi. Please note that there is no capacity for additional beds.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Double, Double/Twin, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Balcony

View

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

x3

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Ensuite, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Double, Double or Twin, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Balcony

View

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

x3

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

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Premium Double Room with Shared Bathroom in The Alison Randwick

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Premium, Double, Shared Bathroom

1 Double Bed

95 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Twin Room, Balcony, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

Balcony

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Guest reviews

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1,030 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Sian

8.2

March 2025

It was in a great location near to the tram, cafes and shops. The tram went straight to central station and to Circular Wharf. I could walk to Coogee Beach from there. My room was very smart and comfortable. I had a TV, fridge, table and chairs. The bathroom was lovely & the shower is big. There are other facilities for those staying. There is a kitchen and laundry I could have used. I had a kettle, tea, coffee and milk in my room. Good air con. I was very self sufficient.

The room was a double and I was a solo traveller but it would have been a bit of a squish for two of us. The room windows are not double glazed and they face the street on the ground floor so it could be noisy in the mornings. But at night it was quiet.

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Imogen

10

February 2025

Beautiful building and cozy rooms! Short walk to the Light Rail, the Shampoo, Conditioner and Body wash all smelt amazing and actually left my hair feeling nice, unlike other hotels. Just overall everything about the stay was wonderful, I felt our car was safe and secure in the parking space they offer and will definitely be returning

Customer Service could have been a little more friendly, I felt like when we were checking in it was an inconvenience to the staff member behind the desk.

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Traci

8.2

January 2025

The room was exceptionally clean and tidy. And a good size too. We benefited from the free room upgrade which included the ensuite bathroom. Parking is available onsite for a menial fee which was great. The location is amazing. Just a short stroll and you have a plethora of restaurants, specialty stores and supermarkets available.

Sadly it is a little noisy. Not the location itself, but due to rooms being off a common and extremely busy hallway, you are awake when the first person gets up in the morning.

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Jane

8.2

January 2025

Tastefully furnished. Lovely high ceilings as it is a converted Victorian terrace. Very convenient to public transport (light rail into town is a short walk down the street) and eateries. Great location midway between town and the beaches of Bondi, Coogee and Brontë.

A closed bin, rather than an open waste paper bin, would be appreciated in the bedroom as we had to out food scraps in our bin and I worried about vermin. Also, a recycling bin would be appreciated.

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Melinda

8.2

March 2025

The location is amazing, the rooms are comfortable and well-equipped.

I find it noisy at The Alison (creaky floors and banging doors, again guests likely not being aware) - and I don't really like where the kitchen is located out the back, it's not a comfy spot to sit and relax. I love the kitchen and little bench seats at The Baxley. While the rooms are clean, I find the bathrooms are a bit tired and always flooded with water, which I presume is up to the guests!

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Melinda

8.2

February 2024

Great location very close to light rail, plenty of places to eat within a short walk. Room was very small but comfortable, shared bathroom was directly across from room. If you are checking in after hours, they will send you the check in details on the day of your arrival. This was not clear upon booking or providing late check in details, they asked for my email and then heard nothing so I called to clarify. Late check in is nice and easy once you have the information.

Water leaks all over the bathroom floor from the shower, they provide a bathmat but then there is minimal space to hang it in your room to dry. Perhaps a mop in the bathroom would help? A separate toilet to the shared bathroom would be ideal.

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Deane

9.1

November 2024

Great location in a beautiful leafy suburb. Close to light rail and bus. Short walking to local shops and cafes and we even walked to Coogee beach the first afternoon. Would recommend to anyone. Staff were friendly and very helpful with all our queries before and during our stay.

Due to the set up needing 2 rooms, while on the same floor, we were separated so sometimes we felt we might be disturbing others as we walked up and down between the room locations.

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Beiyu

8.2

November 2023

I was travelling to Sydney for an event at UNSW which was a short 10-minute walk away so location-wise this place was perfect. The rooms were quite clean (nicely decorated too) and some amenities were provided freely while others could be purchased. Check-in & check-out processes were smooth, and no functional issues with anything in the room.

Unfortunately, the rooms aren't very well sound-proofed; when staying in my room it was very easy to hear other guests coming in and out and going up and down the stairs, which can be quite annoying for those trying to get an early night's sleep or morning sleep in. The bathroom sink was also very small, which made water splash out very easily (though they did have a drain on the bathroom floor) but it wasn't even big enough to allow me to place the kettle they provided under the tap to fill up (had to use a glass to fill - which they did provide). In my room, there was also a distinct step-up to enter the bathroom which was not labelled very clearly and felt like a hazard.

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Bob

8.2

September 2024

Proximity to transport ,The Alison was spotless, and the bed very comfortable.

The room was very small, but for an overnight or short stay quite acceptable. The only issue I had was the parking, I have a medium SUV and could not get into my allocated space with a car parked opposite. I parked in another space and the staff changed my allocation, to match where I parked. There seems to be free parking on surrounding streets, so that might be better option.

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Sara

8.2

July 2023

The Alison Randwick is in a nice location near Randwick main street with many restaurants and shops, close to the south part of Centennial Park, and close to the university campus. The room is spacious, silent, and with a very comfortable bed. All appliances in the room are working perfectly and everything is very clean. Also the staff at the reception desk is very kind and helpful.

Everything is very nice, one thing that could be improved is the shower knobs: hot and cold water have separate knobs but the hot one gets burning hot very quickly, and it's kind of hard to regulate with the cold one (either super hot or gets cold very quickly). Lighting in the room was good with a big main light and one small light on the night table. However, a light directed to the sink/mirror area would be a big plus!

Points of Interest Around The Alison Randwick

Attractions

Oxford Street

1.8mi

Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk

2.6mi

Queen Victoria Building (QVB)

3.3mi

Bradleys Head

3.5mi

Sydney Central Business District

3.6mi

Garden Island

3.7mi

Sydney Fish Market (SFM)

3.8mi

Nurses Walk

4mi

Goat Island

4.8mi

Balmoral

6.4mi

Shelly Beach

8.4mi

Avalon Beach

19.8mi

Milsons Point

26.3mi

Wattamolla Beach

26.3mi

Woy Woy

29.9mi

Amenities of The Alison Randwick

Free wifi

Golf course

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

View

Balcony

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Alison Randwick

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property