We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Sydney, Australia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
Luxury Hotel.Opened April 2023. Located in Sydney, 600 metres from The Royal Botanic Gardens, Capella Sydney provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre, and sauna, as well as free bikes. The hotel offers a buffet or à la carte breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Capella Sydney. The accommodation features amenities such as an on-site business centre and hot tub. Popular points of interest near Capella Sydney include Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Art Gallery of New South Wales and Harbour Bridge. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious. Good breakfast. Popular among couples.Opened May 2022. Boasting mesmerising Sydney Harbour views, a luxurious outdoor infinity pool with poolside service and private cabanas, an exclusive day spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre and an open-air tennis court, Crown Towers Sydney offers an indulgent experience. This 5-star luxurious hotel features a collection of visually stunning rooms, suites and villas designed by the New York City-based designer Meyer Davis, many with Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House views from floor to ceiling windows. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, enjoy world-class dining at iconic restaurants, including Nobu and Oncore by Clare Smyth, all day dining at Epicurean or high tea at TWR, followed by a luxury shopping experience at the range of high-end retailers within the resort. Crown Towers Sydney, Barrangaroo is 15 minutes’ walk from both The Rocks and Martin Place Station and 22 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay Ferries.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Overlooking Sydney Harbour, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney offers complimentary Premium WiFi, a bar, restaurant, fitness centre and swimming pool. Situated in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) and the historic Rocks, it features luxurious rooms with panoramic views over the iconic Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay. All rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney have been carefully designed and subtly furnished with the highest quality amenities. To enjoy the best views of Sydney’s harbour, the Deluxe Full Harbour Room and Four Seasons Full Harbour King Rooms both provide unobstructed views of the harbour. Complimentary access to Lounge 32 is available for all guests in a Four Seasons Full Harbour King room and signature suites. Each room offers an LCD TV, slippers and Christian Lacroix toiletries. Chinese tea can be provided in the rooms upon request. Guests can dine at Mode Kitchen & Bar, which serves modern Australian dishes made with quality local and seasonal produce. Grain Bar offers a selection of cocktails, wine, local beer and craft spirits. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney state-of-the-art 350 square metre fitness centre is fully equipped. Guests can also unwind in the hotel’s therapeutic spa and wellness centre, which offers skin treatments and relaxing massages. Airport transfers are available upon request. Chinese speaking staff are available on-site to assist you. Union Pay credit cards are accepted.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Popular among women. Just 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour, The Langham Sydney offers luxurious accommodation with panoramic city or bay views. It features a day spa, a tennis court and a hot tub. The Langham Sydney is only 10 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay and The Rocks historic district. The Museum of Sydney is a 15-minute walk away. The stylishly decorated rooms feature mahogany furniture and a lavish marble bathroom. Each room boasts flat-screen satellite TV. Guests can take a dip in the swimming pool, or exercise in the well-equipped fitness centre. The sauna is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. In luxurious surrounds, the Observatory Bar offers some of the most unique and curious cocktails, the finest shared style food and a comprehensive and exclusive wine list, all served by the glass. Kitchens on Kent is bringing culinary excitement, theatre and extravagance to the city by redefining the concept of the traditional buffet. The elegant open-kitchen buffet experience will feature an array of interactive and live cooking stations where diners can observe and engage with the multicultural culinary experts. Enjoy the very best local produce, carefully prepared by Chefs from around the globe.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT five-star hotel in Sydney.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Spicers Potts Point is situated in Sydney, 1.7 km from Circular Quay. Guests can enjoy a drink in the guest bar, breakfast in the garden courtyard or host a small meeting in a private room. Sydney Opera House and Capitol Theatre are both 1.8 km from Spicers Potts Point. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, just 8 km from the property. Spicers Potts Point is comprised of 20 guest rooms housed within the 1880 Victorian Terrace House with a textured laneway outlook. These former Sydney townhouses are surrounded by fashionable shops, cafes and restaurants and offer convenient access to Sydney’s world class attractions.Show full description
This is likely the most RELAXING five-star hotel in Sydney. It also has a highly rated breakfast and very cosy rooms.
Luxury Hotel.Opened April 2022. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Sydney. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from Hyde Park Barracks Museum. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery every room has bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a Full English/Irish or American breakfast. Popular points of interest near The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery include Central Station Sydney, Art Gallery of New South Wales and The Royal Botanic Gardens. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Nice interior design. Ovolo Woolloomooloo is a 5-star hotel located in Sydney. All accommodation offers Google Chromecast and unique historic fittings. Guests enjoy an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The hotel is located in Woolloomooloo, next to the Royal Botanical Gardens. It is a 15-minute walk from Sydney Opera House. Accommodation options include private rooms and loft suites. All rooms and suites include a free minibar, free WiFi, access to a fitness centre and pool and free self-service laundry throughout the stay. Each boasts ultra-modern furnishings, a LCD Smart TV and luxurious bedding. Guest facilities include a personalised concierge service, in-room massages and a valet laundry and dry cleaning service.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Featuring a casino, a day spa and 20 bars and restaurants, The Darling at The Star is just 650 metres from Cockle Bay. It offers modern rooms, some with views over the city skyline, while others look towards Pyrmont and surrounding suburbs. The rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV, an iPod docking station, minibar, tea-and-coffee maker and safety deposit box. Each air-conditioned room features luxurious bathrobes and Egyptian cotton sheets. The Darling Sydney is 8 minutes’ drive from Sydney Opera House and The Rocks historic district. Sydney International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. The Sydney International Convention Centre is just 10-minute walk away. Guests can relax in the Turkish bath, or enjoy swimming in the scented outdoor pool with its own bar. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception and valet parking. The hotel has a wide range of restaurants such as celebrity chef Luke Nguyen’s Fat Noodle. Rock Lily Bar offers live music and an extensive selection of tequilas.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Located in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District), on Kent Street, SKYE Suites Sydney offers 73, designer boutique suites. Guests have access to an indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre. Unlimited free WiFi is available. The apartment complex is 5 minutes’ walk from Barangaroo and the Queen Victoria Building. Darling Harbour, Pitt Street Mall and Westfield Shopping Centre are all within 10 minutes' walk. Kingsford Smith Airport is 8 km from the property. Each of the large, open plan suites offer plush bespoke bedding, a full kitchen/kitchenette and an internal laundry. Included in all rooms are Kevin Murphy bathroom amenities.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Rooftop pool. Popular among women. Situated in central Sydney, 700 metres from the Capitol Theatre. The hotel has a sun terrace and a bar where guests can enjoy an evening drink. Darling Harbour is 1.3 km from The Old Clare. Each air-conditioned room is fitted with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and free toiletries. You can have a meal with friends in the on-site restaurant. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property and bike hire is also available for those wishing to explore the surrounding area. Allianz Stadium is 2.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 6 km away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the coolest boutique hotels in Sydney. It also has A UNIQUE ROOFTOP POOL.
Apartment hotel.Great value. Set in Sydney, The Branksome Hotel & Residences offers a range of accommodation types, including studio's, 1, 2 and 2-bedroom plus study suites all with fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. All day room service and secure basement parking are available. The suites at The Branksome Hotel & Residences all come equipped with a digital concierge, motorised black-out blinds and a TV that features unlimited movies for an additional charge of $8 per day. Guests staying at The Branksome can dine at the on-site restaurant, East-meets-West or enjoy a drink at the bar. There is a swimming pool, a separate children's pool, sauna, 24-hour fully equipped fitness centre and a children's playground constructed from natural native timber logs. The meeting/conference rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment that enable dual screen projection, video and audio conferencing as well as simultaneous translation broadcast. The Branksome Hotel and Residences is 5 minutes' drive from Sydney Airport and 15 minutes' drive from Sydney CBD (Central Business District). There are a variety of restaurants and shops within 100 metres of the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Great views. Popular among women. Quay West Suites Sydney offers 5-star apartments located in the historic Rocks precinct of Sydney. The hotel is a just a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay where you can see the Sydney Harbour Bridge and iconic Sydney Opera House. Sydney International Airport is a 30 minute drive away, or Circular Quay Train Station is just an 8-minute walk which offers a direct train to International Airport Terminal Station. Apartments feature either city or harbour views, with fully equipped kitchens and separate living and dining areas. The property's recreation level boasts a sunken Roman style heated swimming pool, spa, sauna and gym with a sun deck which showcases breathtaking views of Sydney Harbor including the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. The Quartier Bistro & Bar, located on the mezzanine level of Quay West Suites Sydney offers a chic yet relaxing French dining experience along with room service. The Quartier Bar is adjacent to the restaurant and is perfect for cocktails and share plates.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great views. Guests staying at the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour will receive a truly unique experience with iconic views of the Sydney skyline combined with world class facilities including a rooftop infinity pool and state-of-the-art fitness centre. Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is just a 1-minute walk to the International Convention Centre and a 10-minute drive to the Sydney CBD. Circular Quay, where the world renowned Sydney Opera House and Harbour bridge reside, is only 3.8 km from the hotel. Each elegant room at the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is fitted with a flat-screen Smart LED TV with free WiFi for when you tire of the breathtaking views. Every bathroom features the highest of quality finishings. For when guests are not immersed in their rooms, the hotel has a restaurant offering fine dining in a contemporary space. Enjoy a drink at one of 3 bars, including the rooftop pool bar. There are 10 meeting rooms including the Magnifque Ballroom with a capacity for up to 450 people. "Guests commence their wellness journey on entry, welcomed with a calming palette of soft timbers, sandstone and marble finishes, and Australian-made furnishings. With seven spacious treatment rooms, including two suites beautifully designed by award-winning design firm PikeWithers, one of which features a bespoke bath overlooking Darling Harbour. For your enjoyment we offer a infrared sauna and guest relaxation lounge. The two-level space is ‘quintessentially Sydney,’ featuring sandstone-inspired tiles and marble accents that resemble Sydney Harbour. Awaken your senses, view our extensive menu and experiences available at Sofitel SPA Darling Harbour, and allow our team to support your wellness journey." . Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Cool. Comfortable beds.Opened July 2020. Located 50 metres from Wynyard Train Station providing links throughout Sydney and 1 km from the Barangaroo Reserve, Little National Hotel Sydney in Sydney offers a fitness centre and a rooftop bar. Around 700 metres from Hyde Park Barracks Museum, the property is 900 metres from The Rocks. The Star Event Centre is 1 km from the hotel. Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can lend a hand with advice about the area. Guests also have free access at the on-site library. International Convention Centre Sydney is 1 km from Little National Hotel Sydney. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 8 km from the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Rooftop pool. Popular among couples. Park Hyatt Sydney perfectly personifies contemporary luxury with its coveted location between the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Reminiscent of an exclusive harbourside residence, the 155-room hotel offers intimate surroundings with architecture, art and design that reflect the Australian landscape. Each of the 155 rooms offers a sense of residential elegance, offering a harmonious blend of modern luxury and the allure of waterside living. The interiors are thoughtfully curated to evoke a natural aesthetic, boasting rich layers of chocolate, cream and beige hues. Luxurious furnishings and fittings, adorned with naturally-textured fabrics, grace the space, while designer lighting illuminates the surroundings. At Park Hyatt Sydney, personalised service reaches unparalleled heights. Dedicated butlers anticipate and cater to esteemed guests with round-the-clock service. Around every corner within the rooms, suites and hotel’s public areas, guests are able to admire the hallmarks of the Australian art scene with specially commissioned masterpieces by local artists. An iconic precinct of historical significance, The Rocks is 6 minutes away on foot. Circular Quay, a host to ferry quays, bus stops and railway station is a 10-minute stroll. For those arriving from afar, the Sydney International Airport is a mere 25-minute drive away.Show full description
This luxury hotel is popular among couples travelling to Sydney.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Situated in the heart of Surry Hills in Sydney, Crystalbrook Albion offers accommodation with an eclectic mix of heritage and contemporary details. It features a 24-hour desk with a team of hosts available to offer individualised service, a rooftop garden oasis with views over Surry Hills and Sydney city and an honour bar featuring top-shelf beverages and gourmet nibbles. Cyrstalbrook Albion offers sustainability initiatives, including no plastic straws, water bottles or guest-room key cards, using technology to reduce paper and providing large-pump amenities bottles. The hotel is also partnered with Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef, TerraCycle, OzHarvest and Containers for Change. Cyrstalbrook Albion features a variety of guest rooms, which all feature air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. The boutique hotel is housed within a unique heritage building, full of history, dating back to its original construction in 1903 as a former school convent. The property was transformed into a modern boutique hotel in 2018, largely influenced by 1920's and 1970's styles of interiors. Cyrstalbrook Albion is located in the vibrant inner-Sydney suburb of Surry Hills, which is home to a range of food and beverage offerings a short walk away, such as Chin Chin, Firedoor and Nomad. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 7 km from Crystalbrook Albion.Show full description
One of the most well designed, historic and romantic boutique hotels in Sydney! It also has A GREAT LOCATION. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Great location. Popular among women. SKYE Suites Green Square offers boutique suites with the convenience of apartment-style living. Located south of the Sydney CBD, the property is just a 4-minute train ride from Kingsford Smith Airport, while Green Square station is located just 100 m from the hotel, just 10 minutes’ drive from Sydney CBD and Sydney International Airport The rooms offer free unlimited WiFi and a flat-screen Smart TV. This luxury property is located just a 5-minute drive away from Moore Park Golf Course, Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and Royal Randwick Racecourse. Each of the large, open plan suites offer plush bespoke bedding, a full kitchen/kitchenette and an internal laundry. Included in all rooms are Kevin Murphy bathroom amenities.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Boasting an indoor heated lap pool, a hot tub, sauna and fitness centre, Meriton Suites Campbell Street, Sydney is located opposite the famous Capitol Theatre in Sydney CBD (Central Business District). Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi at the property. Union Pay is accepted here. The 40-level apartment complex is located in the Haymarket district, a 15-minute walk from Darling Harbour and ICC Sydney (International Convention Centre Sydney). Paddy's Markets and Central Station are all within a 5-minute walk. The air-conditioned suites feature cooking and laundry facilities. Each suite has a flat-screen TV. Guests have the added convenience of many nearby restaurants and cafes. A selection of local restaurants offer meal delivery directly to your suite.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened December 2022. Ideally situated in the Surry Hills district of Sydney, 202 Elizabeth is set 1.3 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum, 1.7 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales and 1.6 km from International Convention Centre Sydney. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is situated 600 metres from Central Station Sydney. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at 202 Elizabeth have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also boast a balcony. All units have a safety deposit box. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. The Royal Botanic Gardens is 2.2 km from 202 Elizabeth, while Australian National Maritime Museum is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 8 km from the hotel.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Comfortable beds. In the Sydney CBD district of Sydney, close to Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Zara Tower – Luxury Suites and Apartments features a fitness centre and a washing machine. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith, 8 km from Zara Tower – Luxury Suites and Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The property is 700 metres from Central Station Sydney, and within 1.2 km of the city centre. At the aparthotel, all units come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units include a coffee machine, while selected rooms have a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Art Gallery of New South Wales, International Convention Centre Sydney and Australian National Maritime Museum.Show full description
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