Regents Court Hotel

This swish boutique hotel of studio suites is favoured by film and arty types – they even have a writer/artist-in-residence programme. The rooftop terrace has great skyline views and there’s free tea, coffee and biscotti at reception. Bar. Internet (high-speed/wireless). No-smoking apartments. Parking ($15). TV (cable/DVD). CityRail Kings Cross. Rates $275-$385. Apartments 30. Credit AmEx, DC, MC, V.