Vibe Hotel - Rushcutters

The Vibe hotel chain tries to be many things at once – stylish, affordable, young ­– and, by and large, it succeeds in achieving these goals. Rooms may be on the small side but they get lots of light, and facilities here include a spacious fitness centre with steam room. While the rooftop pool is a little exposed on windy days, its panoramic vista of Rushcutters Bay Park (great for jogging), the water and the city is superb. There’s a cocktail bar, and a restaurant with a pleasant covered terrace. There are two other Vibes in town: one in North Sydney and one on Goulburn Street in the city. Bar. Business Centre. Concierge. Disabled-adapted rooms. Gym. Internet (high-speed/wireless). No-smoking floors. Parking ($16.50). Pool (outdoor). Restaurant. Room service. TV (cable/pay movies). CityRail Edgecliff or Kings Cross. Rates $310-$330 double. Rooms 245. Credit AmEx, DC, MC, V.