Park Hyatt, Sydney, New South Wales © Park Hyatt

Sydney accommodation

From heritage accommodation to international hotel brands, Sydney has around 43,000 rooms to choose from, with more on the near horizon.

Whether you’re after a boutique luxury hotel for a small group, or need a large international hotel, Sydney has a host of accommodation options in and around the city, many of which are located within walking distance of local attractions and the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney).

Accommodation in Sydney

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales © Belinda Rolland

Hotels offering indulgence and proximity in the city centre

Sydney has an abundance of hotels in its city centre.

Located at the southern end of Darling Harbour a short walk to ICC Sydney, W Sydney offers 588 spacious contemporary-luxe guest rooms. The impressive ribbon façade boasts 1,300 sqm (13,993 sq.ft) of flexible event space and the 592 sqm ( 6372 sq.ft) pillarless Great Room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with harbour and city views.

At the northern end, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour also offers direct access to and from the ICC Sydney. The 590-room hotel is Darling Harbour’s tallest building and features an exclusive top-floor Executive Lounge, four vibrant bars and an onsite restaurant.

Groups can enjoy unrivalled harbour views from the 509-room InterContinental Sydney. Set within the restored Treasury Building of 1851 and centrally positioned in the heart of Circular Quay, the luxury hotel features panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. The hotel also offers a world-class Club InterContinental lounge and business centre.

Under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and directly opposite the Sydney Opera House, the Park Hyatt Sydney is in prime position to observe Sydney’s iconic landmarks. The hotel features 155 spacious rooms and suites with contemporary interiors and floor-to-ceiling glass doors taking advantage of the sights. Facilities include two onsite restaurants, bar and premium business services.

Did you know?
The city welcomed the much-anticipated W Sydney in 2023 - the third W Hotel in Australia after Brisbane and Melbourne.

Further afield

Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley Resort, Blue Mountains, New South Wales © Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley

Luxury in the vineyards just outside the city

Located just 45 minutes’ from the Sydney via a scenic flight – or just over a two-hour drive – groups exploring the Hunter Valley can enjoy intimate luxury at Spicers Retreats. With two properties at Polkolbin, Spicer’s Guest House features 45 elegant rooms set on 40 acres (16 hectares) of nature. Enjoy farm to plate dining curated by the season in the Italian inspired éRemo Restaurant.. Nearby, Spicers Vineyard Estate offers a further 12 rooms and day spa, with the properties connected by shuttle.