Coogee Beach

Gloriously warm soft sand, historic ocean baths and the laid-back Australian beach lifestyle make this one of Sydney’s finest beaches.

At Coogee Beach enjoy powdery sand and sparkling blue ocean year-round. This large beach has plenty of activities for everyone, whether you want to splash in the waves or just stroll along the oceanfront.

Walk the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, a 6-kilometre paved trail famous for its stunning views and string of beautiful beaches. You can hike either way and there are bus connections to the city at both ends. Although Coogee Beach is just as beautiful as Bondi Beach it is generally quieter, so it’s good to visit if you prefer to avoid crowds.

Relax in the pristine ocean and let the saltwater wash over you. Coogee Beach usually has calm waters so it’s great for kids. Float in the historic ocean pools, dating back more than a century. One of these, the McIvers Baths, is Australia’s only remaining women’s and children’s bath. Stretch your body by joining a yoga or Pilates class next to the baths.

Continue the relaxation and lay down a picnic blanket in the large park. Covered picnic huts are popular so arrive early to secure a good spot in the shade. Light a barbecue and enjoy lunch with friends and family. If you would rather eat at a restaurant, you have plenty of options. Have a refreshing cup of coffee or delicious ice cream just behind the seafront.

See what’s happening under the waves. Walk to neighbouring Gordons Bay for some of Sydney’s best snorkelling and diving. Explore reefs and kelp forests and spot a variety of fish and other sea creatures along the way.

Coogee Beach is just a 20-minute drive from central Sydney, making it very accessible. Buses frequently depart from Town Hall and Central stations, and vice versa. You can also get bus connections from nearby neighbourhoods and beaches. Use metered parking lots close to the beach; on weekends you’ll want to arrive early to secure a spot.

Bring the whole family to the versatile Coogee Beach. Enjoy some time relaxing in and around this golden sandy playground.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Coogee Beach

Clovelly Beach

View marine life, swim a few laps or build a sandcastle in this serene bay located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney.

Bronte Beach

Fire up a barbecue in the park, go for a leisurely stroll and relax on the sandy shores of this gorgeous Sydney beach.

Tamarama Beach

Fantastic views from all angles, crystal clear waters and talented surfers make this beach a perfect spot to sit and watch the world go by.

Bondi

The beachside ‘burb of Bondi is one of Sydney’s essentials.

Maroubra Beach

A huge stretch of sand, crashing waves and peaceful bushland are what you’ll find at one of Sydney’s most popular surf beaches.

Hotels near Coogee Beach

Devere Hotel

44-46 Macleay Street

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Potts Point, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Woolloomooloo Wharf and Crown Street. St Vincent’s Hospital and Royal Botanic Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kings Cross Station is 7 minutes by foot and St. James Station is 20 minutes.

Mercure Sydney Potts Point

226 Victoria Street

Rated 3.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stanley Street and St Vincent’s Hospital. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and St. James Station is 16 minutes.

Vibe Hotel Rushcutters Bay Sydney

100 Bayswater Road

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Rushcutters Bay, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of St Vincent’s Hospital, Australian Museum, and Hyde Park. Art Gallery of New South Wales and Royal Botanic Gardens are also within 2 mi (3 km). Edgecliff Station is 9 minutes by foot and Kings Cross Station is 10 minutes.

Holiday Inn Potts Point Sydney, an IHG Hotel

203 Victoria Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Fitzroy Gardens, Sydney Jewish Museum, and St Vincent’s Hospital. Elizabeth Bay House and Woolloomooloo Wharf are also within 15 minutes. Kings Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and St. James Station is 17 minutes.

Macleay Hotel

28 Macleay Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Potts Point, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Woolloomooloo Wharf, Royal Botanic Gardens, and Art Gallery of New South Wales. The Domain and Crown Street are also within 15 minutes. Kings Cross Station is 8 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 20 minutes.

Uno Hotel

2 Roslyn Street,

Rated 3.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Stanley Street and St Vincent’s Hospital. Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 16 minutes.

Larmont Sydney by Lancemore

2-14 Kings Cross Road

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Potts Point, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stanley Street and St Vincent’s Hospital. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 3-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 17 minutes.

Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach, an IHG Hotel

242 Arden Street

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Nestled on the beach, this Coogee hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Coogee Beach and Bondi Beach. Circular Quay and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Bayswater Sydney

17 Bayswater Road, Kings CrossSydney, Sydney

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital, Hyde Park, and Woolloomooloo Wharf. St Mary's Cathedral and The Domain are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 16 minutes.

Springfield Lodge

9 Springfield Avenue

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital, Woolloomooloo Wharf, and The Domain. Royal Botanic Gardens and Hyde Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 18 minutes.

Ultimate Apartments Bondi Beach

59 O'Brien St

Located in Bondi Beach, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Bondi Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sydney Tower and Circular Quay. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Opera House are also within 6 mi (10 km). Bondi Junction Station is 25 minutes by foot.

The Jensen Potts Point

71 Macleay Street

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Potts Point, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Woolloomooloo Wharf, Royal Botanic Gardens, and The Domain. Circular Quay and Hyde Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kings Cross Station is 9 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 19 minutes.

Perouse Randwick by Sydney Lodges

6 Perouse Road

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Randwick, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Spot, Sydney Children's Hospital, and Royal Hospital for Women. University of New South Wales and Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service are also within 10 minutes.

Adina Apartment Hotel Coogee Sydney

183 Coogee Bay Road

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Coogee, this luxury aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Coogee Beach, University of New South Wales, and Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service. Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk and Bondi Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Kirketon Hotel Sydney

229 Darlinghurst Road

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Darlinghurst, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Oxford Street and St Vincent’s Hospital. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Museum Station is 15 minutes.

St Marks Randwick

37 Rae Street

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Randwick, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sydney Children's Hospital, The Spot, and University of New South Wales. Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service and Clovelly Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel

9 Vicar Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Coogee, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Coogee Beach and Gordon's Bay. Clovelly Beach and Maroubra Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney

69-73 Hall Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Bondi Beach, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bondi Beach and Bondi Icebergs. Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk and Westfield Bondi Junction Shopping Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

The Maisonette

31 Challis Avenue

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Potts Point, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Woolloomooloo Wharf, Royal Botanic Gardens, and The Domain. St Mary's Cathedral and Circular Quay are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kings Cross Station is 9 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 18 minutes.

The Lurline

211 Avoca Street

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Randwick, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Sydney Children's Hospital and The Spot. University of New South Wales and Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service are also within 10 minutes.

The Savoy Double Bay Hotel

41-45 Knox St

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Double Bay, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Paddington Markets, State Library of New South Wales, and Sydney Parliament House. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are also within 6 mi (10 km). Edgecliff Station is 9 minutes by foot and Bondi Junction Station is 24 minutes.

Regents Court Sydney

18 Springfield Avenue

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital, Stanley Street, and Woolloomooloo Wharf. Crown Street and Art Gallery of New South Wales are also within 15 minutes. Kings Cross Station is only a 3-minute walk and St. James Station is 18 minutes.

Jolly Swagman Backpackers

27 Orwell Street

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kings Cross, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Royal Botanic Gardens and Sydney Tower. Queen Victoria Building and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and St. James Station is 18 minutes.

Quest Bondi Junction Serviced Apartments

28 Spring Street, Bondi Junction, -

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Bondi Junction, this luxury aparthotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Centennial Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bronte Beach and Bondi Beach. St Vincent’s Hospital and Coogee Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Bondi Junction Station is only a 4-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 25 minutes.