InterContinental SYDNEY
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/Australia--NS/Sydney/InterContinental_SYDNEY.h13664/
Hotel Overview
Amazing buffet breakfast, luxurious hotel, excellent location
We got a good deal and a free breakfast buffet which was truly memorably awesome . And we have...
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Sydtrav9
- Jan 30, 2013
Just love the location and nearness
Just love the location and nearness to the Opra House
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Bradley
- Jul 6, 2011
Deluxe quarters for dignitaries and celebrities with harbor views
Check-in to the five-star InterContinental Sydney hotel has become a pastime for celebrities and royalty. Though the hotel boasts an exterior that has withstood nearly two centuries, there is nothing stale about the interior. Constructed to offer guests breathtaking views of the Sydney Harbour, the hotel's rooms, dining venues and rooftop lounges offer a deluxe experience. For style, sophistication and world class treatment, InterContinental Sydney delivers.
Amenities
- High-speed internet
- FREE parking
- Indoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Executive level
- Activities
- Indoor pool
- Golf
- Tennis
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Maid service
- Concierge desk
- ATM/Cash machine
- Safe deposit box
- Shops/Commercial services
- Barber/Beauty shop
- Porters
- FAX
- Currency exchange
- Overhead projector
- White board
- Florist
- Internet
- High-speed internet
- Parking
- FREE parking
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Accessibility
- Accessible facilities
- Room
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Safe
- Phone with speaker
- Desk with lamp
- Mini bar
- Free newspaper
- Hairdryer in room
- Outlet adapters
- Cribs available
- In room movies
- Temperature control
- Ironing board
- Bath tub
Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- Sydney Kingsford Smith, (SYD), 12.00, KM;
- Area description
- Downtown, downtown
Nearby points of interest
- Museum of Sydney: 0.1 mi
- Customs House: 0.1 mi
- State Library of New South Wales: 0.2 mi
- Royal Botanic Gardens: 0.3 mi
- Government House: 0.3 mi
- Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.3 mi
- Parliament House: 0.3 mi
- Sydney Hospital: 0.3 mi
- Sydney Opera House: 0.4 mi
- Sydney Mint: 0.4 mi
- Sydney Wildlife World: 0.4 mi
- General Post Office: 0.4 mi
- Hyde Park Barracks: 0.4 mi
- Art Gallery of New South Wales: 0.5 mi
- Sydney Observatory: 0.5 mi
- Museum of Sydney: 0.1 mi
- Customs House: 0.1 mi
- State Library of New South Wales: 0.2 mi
- Royal Botanic Gardens: 0.3 mi
- Government House: 0.3 mi
- Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.3 mi
- Parliament House: 0.3 mi
- Sydney Hospital: 0.3 mi
- Sydney Opera House: 0.4 mi
- Sydney Mint: 0.4 mi
- Sydney Wildlife World: 0.4 mi
- General Post Office: 0.4 mi
- Hyde Park Barracks: 0.4 mi
- Art Gallery of New South Wales: 0.5 mi
- Sydney Observatory: 0.5 mi
- Sydney Tower: 0.5 mi
- St Mary's Cathedral: 0.6 mi
- Harbour Bridge: 0.6 mi
- Pitt Street Mall: 0.6 mi
- Great Synagogue: 0.7 mi
- Queen Victoria Building: 0.7 mi
- Sydney Aquarium: 0.7 mi
- Australian Museum: 0.8 mi
- Town Hall: 0.8 mi
- Pyrmont Bridge: 0.8 mi
- ANZAC War Memorial: 0.9 mi
- Australian National Maritime Museum: 0.9 mi
- IMAX Theater: 1 mi
- Elizabeth Bay House: 1 mi
- El Alamein Fountain: 1 mi
- Luna Park Sydney: 1 mi
- Star City Casino: 1.1 mi
- Chinese Garden of Friendship: 1.1 mi
- Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre: 1.2 mi
- Capitol Theatre: 1.2 mi
- Sydney Entertainment Centre: 1.2 mi
- Sydney Fish Market: 1.3 mi
- Belmore Park: 1.3 mi
- Powerhouse Museum: 1.3 mi
- University of Technology: 1.6 mi
- Wentworth Park: 1.6 mi
- Sydney Football Stadium: 2 mi
- Sydney Cricket Ground: 2 mi
- Bradleys Head Fortification Complex: 2.1 mi
- Fox Studios Australia: 2.2 mi
Dining
- Aria Restaurant
- ARIA Restaurant is situated on the very edge of Sydney Harbour. It is co owned and operated by Matt Moran and Peter Sullivan. The restaurant provides a dining experience that encapsulates Sydney lifestyle, offering panoramic views of Sydney Harbour and th
- Baccomatto Osteria
- Attached to the Cambridge Hotel in Surry Hills, Baccomatto Osteria is a cross between a small cafe by day and ritzy Italian osteria in the evening. The ultra modern decor centres around a magnificent marble bar.
- Bathers' Pavilion
- Housed in a Moorish inspired building that was built as a changing shed by Mosman Council in 1921, the restaurant serves dishes that showcase European culinary traditions, with seafood the star of the menu. The Bathers' Pavilion is also accessible by wate
- Bills
- This is the original icon of the modern Sydney cafe scene, and the first eatery to introduce communal dining to Australia. More than a decade on, it's still perfect for catching up with friends for a leisurely brekkie over a newspaper while sipping a grea
- Billy Kwong
- Celebrity Chef and Author Kylie Kwong is an Australian born Chinese. Wonderful home cooked Chinese, her beliefs lie in utilising Fair Trade, locally grown produce to be served and cooked using traditional Chinese techniques.
- Buon Ricordo
- Opened in 1987 Buon Ricordo invokes a feeling of warmth and intimacy with attentive and nurturing service. Throughout the restaurant you will find many works of art. Over the years the restaurant has become known for using only the freshest of ingredients
- Cafe Sydney
- With its spectacular harbour backdrop wonderful ambience and consistent standard of cuisine Cafe Sydney is acknowledged as one of the centrepieces of Sydney dining. One of the secrets of the success of the restaurant has been the nurturing of strong worki
- Catalina
- One of the greatest restaurant destinations situated on a landmark Rose Bay site on Sydney Harbour eastern foreshore.The restaurant was designed as homage to the beauty of Sydney Harbour. Diners have a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour at water level punct
- Est
- Contemporary Australian restaurant, award winning service and a wine list personally selected by Frank Moreau make Est. an experience not to be missed.
- Fish at The Rocks
- Housed in a historic building dating back to 1919, the restaurant's interior echoes the tranquillity of the ocean. Those with a crustacean fixation can feast on whole Tasmanian lobster, Moreton Bay Bugs and Queensland King Prawns.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (54)
Ratings and reviews for InterContinental SYDNEY
- All travelers (54) 4.6 / 5
- Business (1) 4 / 5
- Couples (5) 4.2 / 5
- Families (3) 4.7 / 5
- Friends (3) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (2) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.8
- Hotel staff:
- 4.6
- Room comfort:
- 4.7
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4
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Would recommend
Anonymous
Fabulous!
The view from our room was fantastic. The employees were very helpful. The location is within walking distance to shopping, transportation and tourist sights. Highly recommend this Hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
abc's
Wonderful location
Wonderful location a block uphill from the Circular Quay and down the street from the Opera House. Even with a city view room was still able to look over the Royal Botanic Gardens & part of east harbor - beautiful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Shopping tip:
Long walk from hotel
Wait on buying small souveniers until you have a chance to visit Paddy's Market between Darling Harbor and Chinatown - much better prices and a fun experience, but check the hours, they aren't open everyday.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Everything was fabulous ... great
Everything was fabulous ... great location ... fabulous view from room ... hotel facilities and amenities all great. $45 for parking (per day) is a bit rich though. Commercial rates - OK - but surely at least a discount for house guests.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Geoff
Excellent hotel. Terrific location
Excellent hotel. Terrific location close to Circular Quay. botanic gardens and CBD
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kim
What a great hotel! The hotel
What a great hotel! The hotel was a beautiful facility and the rooms with large and clean. Their workout facility was among the best I have ever seen. They are in close proximity to the Circular Quay, Opera House, etc. We reserved over 60 days in advance, and thus got a significant discount which brought the price down, although all the hotels in that vicinity are very pricey. Would stay there and recommend it any time.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Helen
The Intercontinental is a lovely
The Intercontinental is a lovely combination of the old former Colonial Secretary General and then the Premiers Office. They have kept all the lovely heritage facade whilst adding modern facilities, restaurants, bars and rooms. Our room had a sweeping view of the Botanical Gardens and Garden Island. I could just see the Opera House to the very left. The food was great, the staff were very friendly and the room clean and comfortable. If you don't like your pillow you can ring and request a new one, they keep from soft to firm. It was also a very short walk to Darling Harbour and the Rocks area. I would stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Staff extremely friendly and h
Staff extremely friendly and helpful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kerrie
This is the second time I have
This is the second time I have stayed at this hotel in the past six months so I obviously thought it worthwhile staying there again. All the staff are exceptional! They could not be more helpful and accommodating - They ensure that you feel very special staying here!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Dream come true getaway!
I arrived early in the morning and upon check-in, my room was ready for me! Since check-in is typically not until mid-afternoon, I was appreciative because I had just spent the past 20+ hours traveling to Sydney from Chicago. My room on the 12th floor had a beautiful view overlooking the Royal Botanic Gardens. It was spacious, clean, comfortable and welcoming. The hotel features all of the modern amenities in a prestigious location in the Central Business District (CBD) / Circular Quay and just minutes from the Opera House. The hotel concierge service is quite helpful, so don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions. I did not spend much time in my room other than as a resting place whilst staying in Sydney, so I did not see any reason to pay more for any different view. Why pay for the view when you can - within minutes - walk to see the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Hyde Park, etc.?! And if you're looking to go further away, you can very easily take the train or catch a bus from the Circular Quay, or taxis are plentiful in the CBD. When using the hotel's Internet service, you are prompted to complete a log-in page when connecting your computer. The page prompts you to enter the number of hours or the number of days you wish to have connectivity. Please be careful because this log-in page is not very clear. You can buy connectivity time by the hour or by the day. So, just be certain you're entering the correct number for the amount of time you wish to purchase. It's too bad the hotel does not offer free Wifi, but it is what it is. Also, there are nearby locations that do offer free Wifi, but those locations were nearly always swarming with people trying to take advantage of the availability. It was worth the money to just buy the amount of connectivity time I wanted at the hotel. I did not eat at the hotel restaurant, so I cannot comment on the food or the prices. There are plenty of places with close proximity, so I'd recommend venturing out and exploring. Overall, you cannot go wrong at the InterContinental Sydney! Prior to booking my stay, I had read myriad reviews of this hotel and various other five-star hotels in the CBD / Circular Quay. There's an equal mix of both positive and negative reviews for all of the hotels. I have nothing by high remarks for price/service/location/amenities at InterContinental Sydney. Unless you plan to spend a lot of time in the room due to work, I would not be so concerned about what view you have. You're truly so close to everything, so the view isn't worth the extra price per night. Happy travels, mates!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ivana
Room service food was excellent,
Room service food was excellent, best ever and I have travelled the world.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
