Originally Posted by bobbrownson

For a little more romantic setting away from the city, yet very close - take a look at Manly Beach which is just accross the harbour. Downtown Sydney is easily reached by either old fashioned ferryboat or the newer jetfoil.

the Manly Beach Hotel which is right on the water is wonderfully situated if not 5* in opulance. Manly is like a small Scottish town, fish & chip places, etc. Great Beach, good seafood, and you can be downtown in 30 minutes by ferry.
Check it out.................bb