We have created a list with the best central luxury 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 Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated December 2023.
Creative. Trendy. Great restaurant. Just 2 minutes’ walk from Hyde Park and Pitt Street Mall, QT Sydney offers a restaurant, bar, cafe and day spa. Set in the site of the historic Gowings Department Store and Sydney State Theatre, all rooms feature designer furnishings and a flat-screen HD TV. QT Sydney design hotel is in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), 15 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay and the Royal Botanic Gardens, where you can view the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. All rooms offer luxurious bedding, a sofa, desk and tea/coffee making facilities. It is a 20-minute bus ride from Bondi Beach and Coogee Beach. Each includes a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and guest toiletries. Some bathrooms also feature a bathtub. Guests are welcome to pamper themselves at spaQ and relax with a cocktail Gowings Bar and Grill. Inspired by New York’s Little Italy and steakhouse scene, we’re tossing classics with new energy and passion for lunch and dinner. Or peek into a sultry pocket of Paris in Parlour - You’re in for all-day and all-night dining. Several nightlife options of bars, live music venues and nightclubs are within 5 minutes’ walk.Show full description
I would describe this as the most CREATIVE central luxury hotel in Sydney.
Rooftop pool. Good breakfast. Situated in the heart of Sydney CBD, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park is just 2 minutes’ walk from St. James and 5 minutes from Town Hall train station. Find yourself near many local businesses and Sydney’s most iconic attractions, such as Westfield shopping centre, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Royal Botanic Garden and Sydney Opera House. Our fully-refurbished rooms feature separate bathtub and shower with picturesque views to Sydney CBD and Hyde Park. A selection of our suites offers front-facing view to Hyde Park with private balcony and indulging spa bath. Designed as a social space with room to meet and dine, The Gallery offers a relaxed setting for a quick morning coffee or a leisurely afternoon tea. Rejuvenate and relax at our rooftop Health Club, featuring an indoor heated pool, a 24-hour fully-equipped fitness centre and an award-winning day spa. Set high on Level 21, Sheraton Club boasts a magnificent view to Hyde Park with continental breakfast plus and evening drinks with canapés.Show full description
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
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), next to bustling Martin Place, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney features an à la carte restaurant, a bar and access to a fitness centre. It boasts luxurious rooms with unique décor and a flat-screen TV. All hotel rooms feature high-speed WiFi, luxurious amenities and a tablet which provides an interactive digital concierge. Also available are luxurious and spacious hotel suites, which offer dining areas and kitchenettes. Some rooms offer stunning city views. Guests enjoy free WiFi in public areas. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is 15 minutes’ walk from both Darling Harbour and Chinatown. The Museum of Contemporary Art and Sydney Opera House are each within 20 minutes’ walk. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney Fitness Centre is located on level 6 of the Hotel. The Fitness Centre provides cardiovascular equipment, free weights, treadmills and strength equipment. Offering rooms in the heritage-listed Sydney General Post Office building and in towering levels overlooking Sydney, the Fullerton is just 5 minutes’ walk from both Martin Place Railway Station and Wynyard Railway station. Guests can choose between the contemporary rooms in the high-rise section and the more classically inspired accommodation in the heritage building. From modern Australian cuisine to multicultural Southeast Asian signature dishes and handcrafted cocktails, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney offers different dining options. Situated in the light-filled atrium on level one, The Place features à la carte specials for lunch and dinner. The Bar is located in the hotel lobby and is where you can enjoy the hotel's signature Afternoon Tea, served daily from 12:00 midday to 18:00.Show full description
Rooftop pool. Great location. Situated in the heart of Sydney city, Swissôtel Sydney is ideally located for shopping, sightseeing and enjoying cultural events. It features deluxe 5-star rooms offering stunning city views. Set opposite the State Theatre, Swissôtel Sydney is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), just 50 metres from Pitt St Mall. Each of the sophisticated, non-smoking rooms features a work desk, a pillow menu, slippers, and luxurious bed linens. Guests enjoy an onsite day spa, a bar and a restaurant. WiFi is available in all areas of the hotel and is free of charge. It is 5 minutes' walk from Town Hall Station and Queen Victoria Building. Sydney Harbour Bridge, the historic Rocks precinct and Sydney Opera House are each within 20 minutes' walk. Guests can indulge in the latest beauty treatments at Spa & Sport, relax in the newly refurbished outdoor swimming pool or re-energise at the fitness centre. There is also a business centre and a 24/7 front desk. Chinese speaking staff are available on-site to assist you. All include an ensuite bathroom with a luxurious full-sized bathtub and a separate shower. Complimentary toothpaste and toothbrushes can also be arranged. Ten Stories Restaurant at Swissôtel Sydney serves modern Australian cuisine in an elegant setting. Arches on Market is Swissotel Sydney’s luxurious new bar with pitch perfect cocktails, mouthwatering morsels, verdant greenery and a playlist that will keep you swinging into the wee hours.Show full description
Friendly staff. 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
Hilton Hotel Sydney is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) and features the city's largest hotel health club and fine dining at its famous brasserie. Town Hall train station, providing access to all of Sydney’s attractions, is a 3-minute walk away. The spacious rooms at Sydney Hilton offer modern amenities including luxury bathroom and LCD TV. Some rooms have black-out blinds and a work area. Guests have access to a fully equipped spa and wellness centre. There is a 25-metre indoor lap pool, state-of-the-art fitness centre, saunas, steam rooms and a large spa pool. Hilton Hotel Sydney offers 3 stylish restaurants and bars, including the award-winning glass Brasserie, Zeta Bar with it's rooftop terrace and the heritage-listed Marble Bar. For breakfast included rates, breakfast is a buffet. The hotel is located in the heart of Sydney's CBD shopping and entertainment districts, opposite the Queen Victoria Building. It is a 10-minute walk to Darling Harbour and Sydney Aquarium.Show full description
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. 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 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. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from the hotel.Show full description
Cool. Creative. Rooftop pool. Experience Sydney's most exquisite premium boutique hotel located in the pulsing heart of the CBD with an Art-Deco charm and contemporary sensibility. Warmth and elegance greet you upon check-in, surrounded by stunning marble Scagliola pillars and plush, stylish furnishings. "If it fits in the lift - it can stay with you!" Discover Kimpton Margot Sydney's ridiculously personalised hospitality with just a short stroll to Sydney's best shopping, entertainment, and fashion-forward neighbourhoods, The Art Gallery of New South Wales and the closest 5-star hotel to the Capitol Theatre. Unwind at The Wilmot bar with a delightful cocktail, carefully crafted to tantalise your senses before venturing out in the hustle and bustle of the city. After a day of fun and play, retreat to your premium room or suite, oversized bathrooms with natural Australian amenities designed to exceed every expectation. Delight on complimentary espresso coffee and local teas, browse through your smart TV with Chromecast streaming, wrap yourself with an organic cotton robe by Australian artist Georgia Draws a House, and help yourself to the minibar with a nightcap to ensure quality downtime. As the sun rises, awaken to a sumptuous à la carte breakfast at Luke's Kitchen with a delectable array of culinary delights. Guests can enjoy Kimpton's world with daily rituals such as a morning kick-start with complimentary Australian herbal teas, exploring the precinct on custom-designed Kimpton Lekker bikes, and access to Kimpton's evening Social Hour to mingle with like-minded travellers and professionals. Pets are welcome to join their guests with all-inclusive amenities. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from the hotel.Show full description
Cool. Stylish. 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
Central. Elegant. Cosy rooms. Boasting a swimming pool and free WiFi, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), is just 15 minutes' walk from Circular Quay, where you can visit the Sydney Opera House and the Museum of Contemporary Art, or view the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Guests can start the day with a delicious buffet breakfast served at The Lady Fairfax Room, or relax with a coffee in The Fax Bar. Located on the lobby level, the award-winning Bentley Restaurant and Bar is the perfect spot to catch up over dinner and a glass of wine with friends. Built in the early 1900s, Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney is 20 minutes' walk from the historic Rocks district. The shopping options of Pitt Street Mall and the Queen Victoria Building are within 15 minutes' walk. Wynyard Train Station and bus stops are within 2 minutes' walk. Each room offers a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and guest toiletries. Some rooms also feature a separate bath tub. All rooms feature lovely décor and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.Show full description
This luxury hotel has very cosy rooms and amazing staff.
Very clean. Great value. Located in Sydney CBD and surrounded by some of Sydney's most popular tourist attractions and iconic landmarks, Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney provides 5-star luxury accommodation. The property boasts a range of facilities including a 24-hour fitness centre, indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna, free WiFi and a 24-hour reception. Barangaroo, SEALIFE Sydney Aquarium and Cockle Bay Wharf are just a short walk away. The spacious suites offered at Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney are fitted with a gourmet kitchen or kitchenette with a Nespresso coffee machine, designer bathrooms, a dining area and a living area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels to relax after a busy day. Some suites feature sea views. There is a range of entertainment, cafe, bar and dining options offered nearby Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney and at Darling Harbour, just a 5-minute walk from the property. You can also enjoy wandering around beautiful Hyde Park, a 10-minute walk away or take advantage of the many shopping malls located nearby including the QVB which is a 5-minute walk from the property. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney . Show full description
Great views. Offering free WiFi and a fitness centre with a sauna. Fraser Suites Sydney features luxury apartments with modern furnishings, kitchen facilities and views of the city skyline. Located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), facilities include a gym, indoor heated swimming pool, spa and sauna. Our One and Two Bedroom Apartments are fully furnished with a designer kitchen and luxury bathroom with hairdryer and designer amenities. All room types feature a Smart TV. Fraser Suites are a 2-minute walk from Town Hall Station, providing easy access to the sights of Sydney Harbour and the rest of the city's attractions. It is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour and 8 minutes' drive from ICC Sydney (International Convention Centre Sydney). Guests can start the day with an a la carte breakfast featuring organic produce, fresh juices, and gourmet tea and coffee. There are many restaurants on the doorstep, in Chinatown and the Spanish Quarter. Fraser Suites Sydney provides direct access to the specialty stores and stylish boutiques at Regent Place, an upmarket retail precinct within the building.Show full description
Super central. Great location. Great value. Close to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, The Grace Hotel offers luxury rooms and a rooftop fitness centre with an indoor swimming pool and a sauna. The Grace is set in a historic building that has been lovingly restored in Sydney CBD (Central Business District). All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay-per-view movies. They also offer free WiFi, tea/coffee maker, refrigerator and hairdryer. Some rooms include breakfast, which is served and enjoyed in your room. The Rocks and Circular Quay are 15 minutes' walk from The Grace Hotel. Shopping at the QVB and Pitt Street Mall is on the hotel’s doorstep.Show full description
Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Great views. 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
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Sydney.
Great views. Located in Sydney’s landmark World Tower on floor 61 and above, these luxurious suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic city views. Guests have access to an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and a 24-hour on-site fitness centre. Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney is located in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District), less than 10 minutes’ walk from Hyde Park, Chinatown and the Queen Victoria Building. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi at the property. Darling Harbour is 14 minutes' walk away. The air-conditioned suites include laundry facilities and a gourmet kitchen with European appliances. Each suite also has a flat-screen TV. Some offer a spa bath. Union Pay cards are accepted at this property. You can enjoy amazing views from the heated indoor swimming pool located on level 61. The sauna and hot tub are the perfect place to relax at the end of a long day of sightseeing. Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney is located in Sydney’s tallest residential building. The complex features a large number of shops, supermarkets and restaurants.Show full description
Very central. Very clean. Great location. Located in the Sydney CBD district of Sydney, YEHS Hotel Sydney QVB is 1.6 km from Capitol Theatre. The property is around 2 km from The Star Event Centre and 2.3 km from International Convention Centre Sydney. The property is 2.5 km from Sydney Opera House. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, and selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. At YEHS Hotel Sydney QVB the rooms come with a private bathroom. Complimentary slippers are included in all rooms. Harbour Bridge is 2.6 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from the property.Show full description
This hotel has exceptional cleanliness, a great location in Sydney and great affordability.
Great views. Rooftop bar. A Premium, Waterside Retreat in Sydney Located adjacent to Darling Harbour in Sydney's Central Business District (CBD), the newly renovated hotel is a haven of relaxation for the business or leisure traveler. Guests can enjoy and unwind in the hotel’s bars and restaurants including, Zephyr sky bar which boasts breathtaking panoramic views of Darling Harbour, a high tea in Lobby Lounge, buffet breakfast at Sailmaker , the immersive cocktail bar Jackalberry, and Dundee Arms, one of Sydney’s oldest surviving pubs for a quick beer. Centrally located, Hyatt Regency Sydney is less than 15 minutes' walk from the International Convention Centre and Barangaroo. Those looking to gather for business can use the state-of-the-art meeting and event facilities 878 well-appointed guestrooms, modern décor and deluxe amenities make each stay extraordinary, including bathrooms with walk-in showers and comfortable workstations. Other facilitates at Hyatt Regency Sydney include a 24-hour fitness centre, parking, state-of-the-art meeting spaces for events and Hyatt E-Concierge. It is less than 10 minutes’ walk to Darling Harbour, Town Hall train station and Chinatown. The Sydney Opera House, The Rocks and the Royal Botanic Gardens are all within 25 minutes’ walk.Show full description
Hip. Very stylish. Comfortable beds.Opened February 2022. Conveniently located in Sydney, Ace Hotel Sydney offers air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Central Station Sydney, Hyde Park Barracks Museum and Art Gallery of New South Wales. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a TV and a safety deposit box. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Ace Hotel Sydney every room comes with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 8 km from Ace Hotel Sydney.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the coolest and most STYLISH luxury hotels in Sydney.
Nice style. Creative. 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
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