$233 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: Jan 13, 2013 Check-out: Jan 14, 2013

Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

5 stars
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney, NS 2000

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.7
out of 5
85 reviews
Fantastic free wifi

Its a pleasure to have free wifi at rooms. The only complaint of my wife was no full body mirror in... See full review

  • Femagari
  • Nov 25, 2011
Had my daughter leave for her

Had my daughter leave for her wedding from the Shangri La - Had some amazing photos and very... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • Aug 29, 2011
Asian-influenced pampering in The Rocks

Shangri-La Hotel Sydney introduces hotel patrons to the best the city has to offer. Rooms at Shangri-La afford spectacular views of Darling Harbour and the Sydney Opera House. The hotel is a top choice for global celebrities, discerning business travelers and honeymooners who enjoy the hotel's award-winning service, Pacific Rim cuisine and posh Easter-influenced spa. Sizeable suites are unforgettable.

Highlights
  • Rooms look out on Sydney Opera House
  • Award-winning Altitude Restaurant
  • Top-notch CHI Spa
Rooms

Shangri-La's 563 spacious guest quarters frame Darling Harbour or the Sydney Opera House, making them the most coveted in the city. Interiors rely on views for inspiration while delivering subtle extravagances. Plush beds with velvet throws, thick duvets and violet pillows promise deluxe rest. All rooms offer a pillow menu, full-size executive writing desk and free Wi-Fi.  

 

Features

Guests who stay at Shangri-La will have no doubt they are at a five-star hotel.  Evenings draw Sydney's most affluent residents to the Altitude Restaurant and Blu Horizon Bar on the hotel's 36th floor. Harbour views are perfect for champagne sipping.  Dine on cured southern bluefin tuna with celeriac remoulade and other fresh seafood selections. Shangri-La's casual Cafe Mix and Lobby Lounge serve three meals daily to downtown workers and hungry sightseers.

 

CHI, the Spa at Shangri-La bases its harmonious treatments on Asian philosophies, aiming to heal the mind and spirit. Visit the health club and indoor swimming pool to revitalize.

 

The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and parking facilities (fees apply).

Transportation
  • Wynyard Station (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Monorail Station Darling Drive (1.5 mi/2.5 km)
  • Sydney Airport (5.8 mi/9.3 km)
Attractions
  • Sydney Aquarium (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Darling Harbour (1.3 mi/2.2 km)
  • Pitt Street Mall (1.6 mi/2.5 km)
  • Paddington Markets (3.5 mi/5.7 km)
  • Sydney Opera House (5 mi/8.1 km)
  • Bondi Beach (5.8 mi/9.4 km)
  • Manly Beach (9.5 mi/15.3 km)
Business
  • Wi-Fi (free)
  • Business center with secretarial services, fax and copying capabilities (fees apply)
  • Meeting facilities with high-tech equipment and features

Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney Rooms

Executive Darling Harbour
Experience newly refurbished guestrooms complete with WIFI, iHome and Media hub facilities! Located 20th-29th floor, these 40-42sqm rooms face West towards Darling Harbour and the Blue Mountains.
Executive Opera City View
Experience our newly refurbished guest rooms complete with WIFI, iHome and Media hub facilities! Located 20th-29th floors, these 40-42sqm rooms face East towards Circular Quay, the city and Sydney Opera House.
Executive Grand Harbour
Experience newly refurbished guest rooms complete with WIFI, iHome and Media hub facilities! Located 20 -29 floors, these 38-50sqm rooms command a breathtaking view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Grand Harbour Suite
270 degree view of Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House as well as Darling Harbour and beyond to the Blue Mountains with picturesque sunset views. The suite is 83 square meters in size. Includes Horizon Club Access.
Horizon Club Darling
Located from level 30-35,Facing West towards Darling Harbour and the Blue Mountains with picturesque sunset views.The Rooms have access to the Horizon Club Lounge located on level 30. Continental breakfast, all day beverages, evening drinks and canapes
Deluxe Opera House City View
Experience newly refurbished guest rooms complete with WIFI, iHome and Media hub facilities! These 40-42sqm rooms face East towards Circular Quay, the city and Sydney Opera House.
Deluxe Darling Harbour View
Experience newly refurbished guestrooms complete with WIFI, iHome and Media hub facilities! These 40-42sqm rooms face West towards Darling Harbour and the Blue Mountains.
Deluxe Grand Harbour View
Experience newly refurbished guest rooms complete with WIFI, iHome and Media hub facilities! These 38-50sqm rooms command a breathtaking view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

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Hotel Map

-33.8614 151.2064
Area served
Sydney.
Nearby airports
Sydney International Airport.
Area description
Perfectly located in the historic rocks district overlooking Sydney's most famous icons - the Sydney opera house and harbour bridge. The hotel is within walking distance of the central business district and close to major tourist attractions/ restaurants/ shopping and transport facilities. Major Attractions : Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Botanical Garden, Sky Tower, Circular Quay, Sydney Museum, National Maritime Musem, Powerhouse Museum Activities: Bridge Climb, Sky Walk, Ghost Tours.

Nearby points of interest

  • Sydney Observatory: 0.2 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.2 mi
  • Customs House: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Sydney: 0.3 mi
  • Sydney Wildlife World: 0.4 mi
  • Harbour Bridge: 0.4 mi
  • General Post Office: 0.4 mi
  • Government House: 0.5 mi
  • State Library of New South Wales: 0.5 mi
  • Sydney Opera House: 0.5 mi
  • Parliament House: 0.5 mi
  • Sydney Hospital: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Aquarium: 0.6 mi
  • Royal Botanic Gardens: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Mint: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Observatory: 0.2 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.2 mi
  • Customs House: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Sydney: 0.3 mi
  • Sydney Wildlife World: 0.4 mi
  • Harbour Bridge: 0.4 mi
  • General Post Office: 0.4 mi
  • Government House: 0.5 mi
  • State Library of New South Wales: 0.5 mi
  • Sydney Opera House: 0.5 mi
  • Parliament House: 0.5 mi
  • Sydney Hospital: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Aquarium: 0.6 mi
  • Royal Botanic Gardens: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Mint: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Tower: 0.6 mi
  • Pitt Street Mall: 0.7 mi
  • Hyde Park Barracks: 0.7 mi
  • Australian National Maritime Museum: 0.7 mi
  • Pyrmont Bridge: 0.7 mi
  • Queen Victoria Building: 0.7 mi
  • St Mary's Cathedral: 0.8 mi
  • Art Gallery of New South Wales: 0.8 mi
  • Great Synagogue: 0.8 mi
  • Star City Casino: 0.8 mi
  • Town Hall: 0.9 mi
  • IMAX Theater: 0.9 mi
  • Luna Park Sydney: 0.9 mi
  • Australian Museum: 1 mi
  • ANZAC War Memorial: 1 mi
  • Sydney Fish Market: 1 mi
  • Chinese Garden of Friendship: 1.1 mi
  • Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre: 1.1 mi
  • Sydney Entertainment Centre: 1.2 mi
  • Powerhouse Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Capitol Theatre: 1.3 mi
  • El Alamein Fountain: 1.3 mi
  • Elizabeth Bay House: 1.3 mi
  • Belmore Park: 1.4 mi
  • University of Technology: 1.6 mi
  • Wentworth Park: 1.9 mi
  • University of Sydney: 2.1 mi
  • Sydney Football Stadium: 2.2 mi
  • Sydney Cricket Ground: 2.3 mi
  • Bradleys Head Fortification Complex: 2.4 mi

Amenities

  • 24 hour room service
  • Accessible facilities
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference facilities
  • Currency exchange
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Gift shop
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Health club
  • High-speed internet
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safe deposit box
  • Spa services
  • Wheel chair access
  • Wireless internet

Dining

Blu Horizon Bar
An attraction in its own right, the New York-inspired Blu Horizon Bar exudes urban sophistication. This exclusive cocktail lounge is located high above the city with panoramic views of Darling Harbour, The Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
Altitude Restaurant
From traditional pub dining along the streets of Sydney's historic Rocks district to superlative experiences at Altitude restaurant on level 36, dining at Shangri-La Hotel Sydney offers a delicious sampling of Australia's culinary past.The floor to ceiling windows at Altitude restaurant allow diners to enjoy the most outstanding Harbour views of any Sydney Restaurant as an appropriate accompaniment to the finest contemporary Australian cuisine. A 16 person private dining room is available for more intimate gatherings.
Cafe Mix
Cafe Mix offers freshly prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets with a selection on Indian, Japanese, Australian, Italian, Chinese, Thai and Malay cuisines and an extensive fresh seafood buffet. A la carte dining is also available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

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.

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Guest Reviews (85)

Ratings and reviews for Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Overall score

4.7 / 5
85 out of 85
Amenities:
4.6
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.9

98% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
JW00
Seattle, WA, USA
Jan 25, 2012

Great Intro to Sydney

A great experience, particularly at the price we got for a Shangri-La hotel (<$250USD). Make sure you get a high floor room with a view too - it was great seeing the Opera House from the 20th. Only complaint is that it's a bit of a circuitous walk from the Circular Quay train station. Not a big deal, but the hotel looks so close, so you think you'll be there in 2 minutes versus the actual 10 minutes. Like I said, no big deal...I'm sure most Shangri-La guests will be arriving via their chauffeured Bentley or RR...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: In Hotel

The Blu Bar on the top floor is a cool spot to grab a drink...just be aware that each drink is $20USD...

Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

5
Femagari
Santiago de Chile, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Nov 25, 2011

Fantastic free wifi

Its a pleasure to have free wifi at rooms. The only complaint of my wife was no full body mirror in rooms

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

Altitud. Grat vew,

Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

4
Brian8
Manhattan, New York, NY, USA
Nov 14, 2011

It's wonderful!

The transportation is convenient to go anywhere. Besides, the view is good!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

4
Brian8
Manhattan, New York, NY, USA
Oct 15, 2011

Fantastic Trip

The location is good for doing everything and the room is comfortable!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

4
oddchanin
Bangkok, Thailand
Sep 5, 2011

Great hotel... But request for renovated rooms!!!

The staff at Shangrila Sydney was wonderful.... However, do ask for the renovated rooms on the lower floors... They are much more comfortable than the older Horizon club rooms... The view of the Opera house and the bridge is unbeatable!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

Mary Poppins was practically perfect in every way!!!

Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Aug 29, 2011

Had my daughter leave for her

Had my daughter leave for her wedding from the Shangri La - Had some amazing photos and very friendly and obliging staff

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

5
Keren
Not Provided
Aug 21, 2011

Great location,Great service ,Staff

Great location,Great service ,Staff helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

2
50-year old American Woman
Cleveland, OH
Aug 5, 2011

A Hotel for Mountain Climbers

The hotel is on a very steep hill. To walk anywhere you have to go down a very steep incline or use the more than 50 stone steps (truly!) - horrible for anyone with bad knees - and only worse when you have to climb back up! I'm so glad we took a cab to the hotel from the airport and not the recommended train - I can't imagine how we'd have taken our bags up the steps. You'd be better off with the Four Seasons Hotel which is at the bottom of the same hill or one of many other hotels in the Circular Quay area. The other great problem with our room was that the so-called king bed was actually two twin beds with some sort of platform in the middle. This platform was raised above the level of the twin beds so you had to roll up a hard surface (not exactly a mattress) to meet in the middle - again probably fun for climbers! The hotel service was great however, especially the concierge, room service, and housekeeping (we had to call for missing tea bags). Regretfully we would not stay at this hotel if we're ever back in Sydney.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
2
Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jun 2, 2011

We stayed 5 enjoyable nights at

We stayed 5 enjoyable nights at the Shangri-La Hotel in Sydney. The service and attitude of all the staff was fantastic and very friendly. We ate great meals in both restaurants, Altitude being a real treat (book early, especially Fri, Sat and Sun sittings). Our only disappointment (slight) was our view. We booked and paid a little extra for a Deluxe Opera House View room to find it did indeed have a view of the Opera house, but only if you sat right inside the window ledge. The photos illustrated on the Shangri-La Hotels HotelClub listing definitely didn't match the room we had. The view aside, our room was very large and included a small sitting room which was perfect for eating room service meals. Location of the Hotel was OK with many attractions within easy walking distance - but be warned the walk back from Circular Quay is up many steep stairs.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Reviewer score

4
Neil
Not Provided
May 23, 2011

Coupled with a wonderful dining

Coupled with a wonderful dining experience with degustation meal in Altitude it was a great stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
3
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