Dunkirk Hotel, PYRMONT, NSW

Set in a commercial district offering shops and casual eateries, this informal 1895 pub with rooms is a 4-minute walk from Pyrmont Bay rapid transit station, 13 minutes on foot from the lively Darling Harbour and 11 km from Bondi Beach.

Snug, simply furnished rooms have fans (no air-conditioning) and sitting areas; bathrooms are shared. Upgraded rooms add TVs and en suite facilities; some feature sloped ceilings.

Amenities include a pub, a liquor store, and a casual bistro with courtyard dining.