We loved staying at the Harbourside Apartments. Ferry right outside the door and lovely views of magnificent Sydney Harbour. Whilst a bit isolated (which was what we wanted), we caught the local bus up the hill (a regular service - ties in with the ferries) and bought provisions. We also used the ferries to sightsee around Sydney.

Our room was very good, I think recently refurbished. In saying that, when we arrived we were offered a below standard room, dark and with no views, despite the fact that we had been promised a room with a view. This fault was promptly rectified with reception and we ended up with a great room.

We initially thought the staff were not particularly warm nor friendly, but after the first impression we found them to be fine. In fact, very helpful and friendly.

We will stay again.

It's lovely.

Jenny Murray, Melbourne

I stayed here on business and found it was adequate. I prefer to stay in apartments when I'm away for work as it allows you the freedom to cook yourself. I had a room that didn't overlook the harbour so no views for me. The apartments at the back get the afternoon sun which is lovely. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped.

I was a little concerned about the security, it seemed anyone could walk in day or night and get up to any floor. I didn't have any trouble but it was something I noticed as a lone female traveller.

The swimming pool was the highlight and I really enjoyed my day by the pool overlooking the harbour. It doesn't get much afternoon sun though so best visited in the morning.

The hotel is very close to the ferries to Sydney which is excellent. North Sydney train station is about a 20min walk away uphill which can be unpleasant in hot Sydney weather. The shops and cafes on Blues Point Road are lovely and the Blues Point Deli is worth a visit.

We booked a "Lavender Bay" view apartment as all of the Harbour view apartments were fuly booked.

Paid a reasonable price considering the location and facilities.

The apartment had everything we needed, nicely decorated and the view was up to North Sydney and over a pretty bay full of boats.

We stayed for 5 days and got up each morning for a swim in the great pool that is right on the water's edge. There were great cafes up the road for brekkie.

Staff were really helpful as we hadn't been to Sydney before and they gave us some great tips on the best resturants to eat in the city & bars to go drinking at.

Ferry runs until about 11pm most nights so getting around wasn't a problem.

The quality and, more importantly, attitude of Harbourside left a lot to be desired. This is a reasonably expensive place to stay, but really we had the feeling that everything was a bit cheap.
The good news - the view of the Bridge and Opera House was fantastic - ask for the rooms looking towards the bridge, and try for at least the 7th floor or above. Comfortable king sized bed in the main bedroom.
The bad news - furnishings and electronic appliances were quite dated. Small TV, no internet access. There was no air-conditioning (30-35 degrees when we stayed and we sweated at night), nor is there central heating - small plug-in heater in each bedroom (nothing in the lounge, kitchen or bathroom). The pool is outdoors and not heated (limiting the amount of time each year it would be tolerable to swim in). The pool faces east so gets the morning sun, shaded in the afternoon. Car parking is awkward - had trouble getting my car around the corners in the multi-level car park.
The cheap - as mentioned, the furnishings were less than expected. You have to ask for the complimentary morning newspaper, although advertised in the tariff. Swimming pool towels not offered. Really, welcome provisions consisted of 6 dry biscuits, the smallest carton of milk possible and awful instant coffee. There was an awful odour around reception for 3 of the 4 days that we stayed. The car park lights weren't working - a bit scary walking to and from the car in the evening in pitch darkness.
Other details - the apartments are located on the North Shore of the Harbour, away from the main tourist areas - need to take the ferry across the Harbour for most of the tourist attractions. The nearest restaurants and cafe are about 1 kilometre away, and are of excellent quality (except 1 expensive restaurant on the water's edge, next door - we didn't try it).