A long-standing accommodation site in Coogee will close after the Coogee Sands Hotel & Apartments was sold, with redevelopment planned for the beachfront property.
Final Checkout Approaches In Coogee
Coogee Sands Hotel & Apartments has confirmed it will cease operations, with final guests expected to depart on 24 April. The site has been sold, and new owners are set to carry out substantial renovations and redevelopment of the building.
Bookings scheduled after 16 April have been cancelled, with the hotel advising that affected guests will be contacted directly with further information.
Decades Of Beachside Stays
Operating for more than five decades, the property has been part of the Coogee Beach accommodation landscape since it was first built in 1973 and later renovated in 1999.
Located close to the shoreline, the hotel provided a consistent option for visitors seeking practical stays near Coogee Beach. Over time, it became associated with holidays, family gatherings and repeat visits from returning guests.
Travel Plans Disrupted As Bookings Cancelled
The closure has affected guests with upcoming reservations, including those who had planned stays later in the year. Some travellers are now seeking alternative accommodation options following the cancellation of bookings beyond mid-April.
Available options in the area include hotels at higher price points as well as short-term rental properties, limiting choice for those seeking lower-cost stays.
Community Reaction Highlights Affordability Concerns
Discussion among locals has reflected concern about affordability and reduced accommodation options in Coogee. Some noted that the hotel had been used for visiting family members, particularly as other nearby stays had become more expensive.
Others raised concerns about the short notice provided for cancelled bookings, while expressing disappointment at the closure of a long-running accommodation option.
Redevelopment Plans Remain Unclear
While redevelopment of the site is planned, details about the future design and use of the property have not been publicly outlined.
The closure marks the end of a long-established accommodation site in Coogee, with uncertainty remaining about what will replace it once redevelopment is complete.
Published 25-Mar-2026
