Observatory Hotel Sydney

5 stars

89-113 Kent Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

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The Observatory Hotel

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Near the Rocks District and all the restaurants and shopping that the area has to offer, The Observatory Hotel is elegant but has a relaxed atmosphere that will appeal to even the most discerning guests. The rooms are spectacularly furnished, the pampering spa should not be missed, and the food could not be better at Galileo, the restaurant on-site. If this is not enough, the concierge service will help meet all of your needs.

Overview

This five-star hotel is located in the Rocks district, close to the city center and business area.

The hotel creates the luxurious and intimate atmosphere of home away from home. It is luxuriously furnished with antiques and oil paintings combining the feeling of antiquity in this 19th century buildings and modernity of modern facilities.

It is recognized as the Best Australian Hotel for four consecutive years.

The property has 96 rooms and suites furnished with all modern amenities and facilities.

The property has a lot of award-winning restaurants and bar serving various food and providing the guests with buffet breakfast. Namely the visitors can visit Italian restaurant La Trattoria, Oriental, Azure, The Beach Pavilion, The Pool Bar, La Fontaine, Club Lounge, Galileo or Globe Bar.

The hotel is well arranged for meetings. It has four different conference facilities for small and large groups equipped with different modern equipment.

The hotel’s recreation services include spa, massage, 20-meter indoor pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, gymnasium and tennis court.

The hotel has public transportation option near the hotel as well as a lot of important sights and other places nearby, reachable on foot.

Year renovated 2008. Number of rooms 100.

Distance to:

City Center - 900 m
Airport Kingsford Smith - 9.8km
Train Station: Wynyard Station - 600 m, Circular Quay Station - 600 m

Rooms

The hotel’s rooms are air conditioned and come with bathroom with bathtub or shower with complimentary toiletries, cable TV, desk, DVD player, in-room safe, Wi-Fi internet access, direct dial phone etc.

All children under the age of 12 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding.

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Dining options

La Trattoria is an Italian restaurant serving delicious food and drinks.
Oriental serves Oriental food and delicious drinks etc.
Azure serves various cuisine for buffet breakfasts and dinners as well as other events.

The Beach Pavillion serves snacks with seafood, meat and salads as well as drinks.
The Pool Bar serves snacks, cocktail and other drinks near the pool.
La Fontaine is a romantic place serving delicious local and international food to its visitors.
Club Lounge is open daily from 5pm to 1am and serves various food and drinks to its visitors.
Galileo is a leading five-star hotel restaurant recognized for its fine French dining and excellent wine list.
Globe Bar is a central place with excellent Cognac and other delicious food and drinks as well as incredible atmosphere.

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Work

The hotel is well arranged for meetings. It has four different conference facilities for small and large groups.

Cornwallis Suite is ideal for meetings and other events for up to 100 delegates. Besides it can easily be divided into two areas, allowing for smaller numbers of people.

24-hour business center is equipped with laptop computer, facsimile and color printer as well as fax/modem lines and secretarial support can be rendered on request and well as other services and devices.

The hotel’s rooms also very well suit businessmen’s needs.

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Leisure

The hotel’s recreation services include Day Spa and Health & Leisure Club, that combines all the benefits of wellness, health, fitness, and complete care of the body and skin, including massage, therapies, aromatherapies, Hydro-active mineral salt scrub, detox herbal linen wrap, enzymatic sea mud wrap, etc.

The recreation facilities include 20m indoor pool, sauna, spa, steam room, Jacuzzi and a well-equipped gymnasium. There is a tennis court opposite the hotel.

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Facilities

General	Parking (fee required) Car rental Pets allowed Currency exchange Elevator Tour desk Gay friendly 24-Hour Front Desk
Activities	Spa & wellness center
Services	Ticket service
Room facilities	Non-smoking rooms Air conditioning Room service Heating In-room safe
Dining facilities	Restaurant Bar In-room breakfast
Business facilities	Wi-Fi Internet
Facilities for people with disabilities	Rooms/facilities for people with disabilities
Leisure and relaxation facilities	Casino Bicycle rentals
Internet	Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and the rate is AUD 10 per hour
Guest Parking	Private hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is AUD 50 per day.

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Guest feedback

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Pool/spa area was fantastic, the decor overall was very good and the staff were pleasant and helpful.
Amazingly good cuisine etc and loved the Pool.
Good location - close to everything and this hotel is the most beautiful.

Average guest rating

Excellent

4.1

Based on 33 reviews

Policies

Check-In	from 3 pm
Check-Out	until 11 am
Children and extra beds	One child under the age of 1 may stay for free. All children under the age of 12 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. Older children/adults may stay at the price of AUD 80.00 per night/person for extra beds. Older children/adults may stay at the price of AUD 80 per night/person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets	Pets are allowed on request

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What's nearby?

The nearby attractions include: Sydney Observatory in 100m, Miller’s Point in 200m, Sydney Harbor in 200m, Museum of Contemporary Art in 500m, Overseas Terminal in 600m, Australia Square in 600m, King Street Wharf Entertainment District in 700m, Pylon Lookout in 700m, Government House in 800m, Martin Place in 900m, Sydney Aquarium in 1km, Sydney Harbor Bridge in 1km, Sydney Opera House in 1.1km, etc.

Attractions for Tourists	Sydney Harbour - 200 m Miller's Point - 200 m Sydney Aquarium - 1.0km Sydney Harbor Bridge - 1.0km Harbour Bridge - 1.1km
Popular areas	Australia Square - 600 m Overseas Terminal - 600 m King Street Wharf Entertainment District - 700 m Martin Place - 900 m Cockle Bay - 1.2km
General	Pylon Lookout - 700 m Government House Sydney - 1.0km Old Supreme Court Building - 1.1km NSW Parliament House - 1.1km Sydney Opera - 1.1km
Train Stations	Circular Quay Station - 600 m Wynyard Station - 600 m
Shopping Areas	Pitt Street Mall - 1.1km
Historical sites	Government House - 800 m
Museums	Sydney Observatory - 100 m Museum of Contemporary Art - 500 m Museum of Sydney - 800 m
Arboretum, green spaces, zoos	Sydney Wildlife World - 900 m
Theaters	Sydney Opera House - 1.1km
Marina	Circular Quay - 600 m
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Getting there

The hotel has a perfect location close to Business area and is an ideal base to explore Sydney and work here.

It is close to the harbor and harbor bridge as well as to the center of the city.

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is in 8.9km.

Getting around

There are two train stations near the hotel: Wynyard Station in 600m and Circular Quay Station in 600m.

Public hotel parking is possible on site for AUD 40.00 per day.

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The Observatory Hotel Sydney Reviews

Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at The Observatory Hotel Sydney

Average guest rating:

4.1Based on 33 reviews

Location 4.3
Rooms 3.8
Service 4.0
Value 4.3
Dining 4.8

Individual guest reviews

Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews.

Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

Great location is within walking distance of everything without the crowds, the hotel is superb and food is good.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 5 Value
- 5 Dining
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

Room is very spacious, good sea view, the Observatory Hotel is a smart, stylish and luxurious retreat in a peaceful location.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

Good location and beautiful hotel. The staff were fantastic and room was wonderful too.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.6

Warm welcome from staff, convenient location to the Opera House and exceptional service. Spacious room and bathroom, great restaurants, lovely pool.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 5 Value
- 5 Dining
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

Beautiful rooms and decor, very Friendly Staff, the wonderfully large and comfortable bathroom. Amazingly good cuisine etc, great pool.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
- 5 Dining
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 5.0

A great week stay, staff excellent and all the rooms have been of a similar standard Defintely 5 star plus.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.5

High quality personal service and great staff. Spacious and comfortable room, clean, good restaurant.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 5 Value
- 4 Dining
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

We liked the decor, excellent staff and beds very comfortable and I was also able to order a foam pillow was better for me.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

A great place to stay and wonderful staff. Beautiful room.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.6

Congratulations to The Observatory Hotel on achieving such a warm and inviting concept, staff knowledgeable and helpful, i particuklalry liked the reading room. Great food.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
- 5 Dining
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

The hotel lived up to its reputation for style, excellent staff and wonderful rooms.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.7

I liked the poisition of the hotel, great reception and the staff made us feel like royalty and the room was excellent.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.5

Great hotel and the staff were pleasant and helpful.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Service
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 5.0

Excellent service, quality staff and premises, good location, spacious rooms.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Value
Observatory Hotel Sydney
Average rating: 4.5

Very decent hotel and very professional service by concierge. Room clean.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value

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