Hotel InterContinental Sydney
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Location. Located in central Sydney, InterContinental Sydney is a business-friendly hotel within walking distance of Museum of Sydney, Government House, and State Library of New South Wales.
Additional points of interest include Sydney Parliament House and Sydney Opera House. Hotel Features. InterContinental Sydney features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available 24
hours a day. Recreational amenities include an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. Spa amenities include beauty services and a hair salon. This 5-star property has a business center and offers a
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16 hotel reviews for Hotel InterContinental Sydney
We were stunned, as we the room. Very nice room, large, welcoming with great views. It is very stylish equipped and very quiet. The bathroom was also very nice and contrary to some comments absolutely okay. The staff are very friendly.
Only downsides are the prices for extras such as breakfast and cleaning. We thought it was overpriced.
Location wise, the hotel is ideally located. Read more
in February 11,
Paula, Age 26-30, Couple
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The Intercontinental is great nearby the botanic gardens, the ferries, the opera House and harbor bridge. We recommend a room with a view of the bridge and the opera house. Within walking distance is 15 minutes in the city. All major transport Zentrum are only a couple of hundred meters away. For a city trip or a stopover in the best way suitably. Read more
in December 10,
Wolfgang, Age 61-65, Couple
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The hotel is very centrally located, only a few steps away from the Circular QUI and opera house. From there you can travel by bus, ferry, and subway all of the attractions and beaches. I had a room on the 21st floor with a view of the city, very spacious, well furnished, and almost always perfectly clean. The hotel's facilities (sport, catering) I didn't use. There are countless restaurants and cafes in the immediate vicinity, but these are still very expensive (like most in Australia). The hotel is at walking distance from the center by f... Read more
in November 10,
Susanne, Age 46-50, Solo/single
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The hotel is very smart and the staff all very helpful and friendly! Our room (2023) in 20. Floor was a corner room with a view of the harbor and the bridge and it was very spacious. The room was nicely decorated and very clean! The central location of the hotel, are opportunities for shopping, restaurants and the port in just a few minutes per feed away from our hotel. The pool and the gym are located in the 31. Floor with a great view. The view from the fitness studio is geared toward city, the pool area offers a really amazing views of th... Read more
in October 10,
Yvonne, Age 31-35, Couple
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The hotel is just a short walk a few minutes away from the botanical garden, the Opera House, Circular Quay in the harbor bridge. Depending on the location of the rooms you can even see the main attractions. The Hote itself blends old and new New York succeeded together. Read more
in August 10,
Johannes, Age 41-45, Family
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Interesting quotes from the reviews
Hotel in general
- in January 10
Highly recommended. - in November 09
Highly recommended. - in November 09
Highly recommended.
- in January 10
- in September 10
We had an overnight stay at the Sydney Intercontinental in September and enjoyed our stay so much that we intend to recommend it to friends and come with them next time. - in March 10
Really enjoyed our stay. - in January 10
In comparison to other five star properties had a four star feel eg not a single member of staff adressed any of us by name or asked if we had enjoyed our stay.
- in September 10
- in February 10
Free internet access was useful too.
- in February 10
- in September 10
The usual good hotel features apply for this hotel. - in May 10
Its one thing I look for in a good hotel that is so hard to find, maybe replace the water waster toilet and turn the shower pressures up! - in May 10
Prices are skyhigh and you clearly pay for the location, you don't pay topdollars for the hotel which is good, but nothing special. - in May 10
its often the little things I trully belive can make the difference between a good hotel and a GREAT hotel and this hotel and its staff are trully the later. - in April 10
The best parts of the stay were: - TV in the room was a new LCD - room was very clean - the bath towels were the size good hotel towels are supposed to be: massive - we both had a great night's sleep on the king bed - the air conditioning adjusted exactly as set - the view from the gym and the pool is awesome; with the facilities in the gym more than you could ask for (maybe some cups to go with the water fountain please! - in March 10
And to offer such a poor service for that very steep price is really not pok in an otherwise good hotel.
- in September 10
- in January 10
the Westin (great hotel), Park Hyatt (disappointed), and others but we always return to the InterContinental for a couple of reasons. - in November 09
Great hotel, great location and great service. - in November 09
This is a great hotel. - in October 10
The InterContinental is a great hotel that will suit any person wishing to stay in a central location, easy walking distance of most sights within Sydney, whilst also enjoying a high standard of service. - in April 10
We have had the pleasure of staying in this great hotel now on 3 seperate occassions over the past couple of years, the most recent a 2 night stay over the Easter weekend.
- in January 10
- lovely hotel
- in October 10
Nice hotel, no atmosphere, very poor service, definitely in no hurry to come back. - in August 10
The hotel was nice enough but their manners continued in the same way like we were lucky to stay there and that we weren't quite good enough or worthy of a smile. - in May 10
Hotel is nice but that about it. - in January 10
Very nice hotel in ideal location close to opera house and bridge. - in October 09
You'd think for such a nice hotel, they'd include it for free!
- in October 10
- very nice hotel
- in July 10
Hotel was expensive but seemed like a tourist class hotel !
- in July 10
- in October 10
Nice hotel, no atmosphere, very poor service, definitely in no hurry to come back.
- in October 10
Room
- in July 10
This is a classy hotel that is really exciting to stay at because of location and those amazing views of the harbour including the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge right in front of you. - in September 09
We saw some amazing views over Sydney, most noteworthy was the wonderful sunrises and sunsets.
- in July 10
- in August 10
The club lounge had the BEST view so breathtaking and the atmosphere in the lounge was so relaxing at all times. - in July 10
Good location, good standard, best view from the last floor. - in January 10
On the first night we stayed, the host arranged for us to have the best table in the place - an outside table with the best view over Sydney. - in January 10
Chosen for its location and opportinity of the best view of the fireworks what should have been a memorable occasion turned out to be a bitter disappointment. - in November 09
Club accomodation gives you a few extra little amenities, extra attentive service and arguably the best view you will ever get of the harbour possible.
- in August 10
- in January 10
Hotel provided lovely cot for baby with baby soap etc Cleanliness of room and beds IMPECCABLE.
- in January 10
- in May 10
On the upside towels and robes were nice and soft (my wife tells me so with the robe), king bed was comfortable and cleanliness was good. - in November 09
The bed was comfortable, the shower a joy. - in October 09
The bed was comfortable. - in August 10
Bed was comfortable. - in August 10
But, we had a comfortable bed, great tv to watch rugby in the evening, and one great view.
- in May 10
- in September 10
We had a great view of the harbour. - in August 10
But, we had a comfortable bed, great tv to watch rugby in the evening, and one great view. - in May 10
the room was nice albeit a bit dusty:- comfy bed, reasonable TV and a great view of the botanical gardens from a window seat. - in March 10
This is a great view and as I've seen the opera house many times before I prefer this view and wouldn't pay more for the other rooms with a view. - in March 10
Great view over the harbour to the east. - in February 10
The only negative was the pool, which seemed a little small (although the top floor location makes for a great view!
- in September 10
- in July 10
We chose a harbour view room with a stunning outlook ----comfortable room with all facilities. - in April 10
I booked a harbour view room, and the harbour was indeed visible but only as a verticle slit of water glimpsed between the two buildings opposite so check what you are getting for your money before parting with the extra cash for a harbour view (as opposed to the distinctly ordinary city view. - in February 10
Our Harbour View room was perfect, offering uninterupted views towards the Pacific, overlooking the botantical gardens. - in January 10
From their website you may get the impression that they have unobstructed views of the harbour, which certainly was not the case at a harbour view room on the 20th floor (see photo).
- in July 10
- in March 10
The room was spacious, spotless and had a superb picture window with window seat. - in January 10
Room was spacious enough but the bathroom was just far too small and I would say need urgent updating. - in December 09
The room itself was spacious with 2 large double beds, flat screen television and all the amenities you would expect from a 5 star hotel. - in October 09
Our room was spacious, modern, clean and quiet with comfortable beds and a nicely appointed bathroom.
- in March 10
- in November 09
Upon fronting up at the reception desk at the advertised 3pm check in time, we were very politely asked to go and have a drink until 4pm because our room was not ready.
- in November 09
- in May 10
The views are outstanding from the higher floors but the bathrooms are older style(no seperate shower)and the bed was not as comfortable as the Westin.
- in May 10
Service
- in August 10
As with all things Intercontinental, the service was excellent and you paid for it. - in May 10
Secondly, I received excellent service from all staff, except for one staff member - who I found condescending. - in December 09
The service was excellent and the room was lovely.
- in August 10
- in September 10
The hotel bar on the other hand was great for light dinner and drinks and the service was excelent with the staff been friendly and efficient.
- in September 10
- in August 10
Additional good points are the Location, friendly staff, smooth check in and checkout. - in November 09
The location was excellent, the staff friendly, the room quiet and comfortable (though the bathroom was very small it was nicely equipped) and we would definitely recommend this hotel to friends.
- in August 10
- in June 10
Service is good too. - in December 09
That is good service, especially since I am booked on a Friends & Family Rate. - in November 09
Very reasonable [by Sydney standards prices], good service, and good food.
- in June 10
- in October 09
The room was fine and so was the breakfast but what really made the stay enjoyable was how helpful the concierge was with restaurant reservations, faxes and shopping help.
- in October 09
- in June 10
The service by all the staff was impeccable.
- in June 10
- in October 10
Staff were very friendly and very helpful. - in September 10
All interactions with staff were very friendly and helpful, especially concierge.
- in October 10
- in January 10
The staff were very helpful and made us feel very welcome . - in November 09
And, a VERY helpful staff. - in October 09
The staff were very helpful, from the bellhop to the concierge.
- in January 10
- in March 10
And to offer such a poor service for that very steep price is really not pok in an otherwise good hotel. - in January 10
Unlike the recent review about poor service, we were very well looked after by the staff in there.
- in March 10
- in October 10
Nice hotel, no atmosphere, very poor service, definitely in no hurry to come back. - in October 10
Breakfast at Cafe Opera in the morning had ok selection of food, however very poor service, very disapointing. - in October 10
The room was nice, but the service was very poor from the concierge, to the front office guy checking us in.
- in October 10
Location
- in October 10
The InterContinental is a great hotel that will suit any person wishing to stay in a central location, easy walking distance of most sights within Sydney, whilst also enjoying a high standard of service. - in April 10
Hard to fault, I was there over a busy two days and sadly wasn't able to take advantage of any of the facilities, but the room was clean and comfortable, the location central, the staff I encountered were polite and helpful and the rate I paid competitive. - in January 10
On the plus side' Intercontinental Sydney has a central location minutes to harbour, shopping, many museums, etc.
- in October 10
- in February 10
As mentioned in other posts the location is excellent, just a short stroll from Circular Quay and the Opera House. - in November 09
The location was excellent, the staff friendly, the room quiet and comfortable (though the bathroom was very small it was nicely equipped) and we would definitely recommend this hotel to friends. - in November 09
The InterContinental Sydney is in an excellent location right next to Circular Quay and very close to The Rocks as well as George Street and Pitt Strett Mall shopping. - in September 10
The location is excellent too - right near the ferries and train station (easy access to the airport). - in August 10
Location is excellent, in circular quay, tourist mecca and CBD for business.
- in February 10
- in September 10
I would recommend this hotel primarily for its fantastic location. - in July 10
The room offered the best views of Darling harbour, all the staff were very polite and helpful, the club lounge was fabulous, great breakfast, fantastic location. - in May 10
Intercontinental Sydney is of the standard you'd expect for the Intercontinental brand - modern, fantastic location, beautiful decor, lovely rooms. - in October 09
The hotel is a 3ish minute walk from Circular Quay which was a fantastic location I would 110% recommend this hotel and hope to stay there again in the future.
- in September 10
- in October 10
Had a four night stay here and whilst it is clean, and the location is good, with all necessary amenities and facilities, it just doesn’t quite make it as true 5 star hotel. - in August 10
The location is good.
- in October 10
- in June 10
Location is great as is the view from the higher floors - I only hope we can afford this type of luxury again in the near future. - in April 10
Great location. - in April 10
Gorgeous hotel with standard rooms, nice breakfast and great location. - in March 10
The location is great and it is withon walking distance to the Opera House. - in March 10
The location is great as it's a short walk to circularquay and Opera House. - in January 10
Location is great for Circular Quay and Opera House Business centre closed on weekend. - in October 09
The location is great, just two blocks from Circular Quay for the ferries and the Opera House, across the street from the Royal Botanical Gardens, and a short walk to the Rocks.
- in June 10
- in January 10
Very nice hotel in ideal location close to opera house and bridge. - in February 10
My best friend and I booked this hotel for our 8 day/7 night holiday for two reasons: 1 - Location looked ideal and 2 - for the Intercontinental name.
- in January 10
- in September 10
The location is perfect for walking to Circular Quay, the Rocks and the CBD. - in August 10
Location was perfect for business and pleasure. - in July 10
This hotel is on a perfect location just up from Circular Quay where you can catch ferries, trains etc. - in May 10
Its location is perfect for sightseeing and we found we did not need a car at all - everything can easily be reached by ferry or on foot or taxi if you are in a hurry. - in May 10
The hotel is absolutely beautiful and the location is perfect for sightseeing in Sydney. - in March 10
As other reviewers have said the location is perfect for proximity to the Opera House/Ferry Quay area.
- in September 10
- in October 10
It's also well located in Downtown Sydney just a couple of minutes walk from Circular Quay. - in October 10
Well located - 5mins to Circular Quay (ferries, Sydney Opera House, view of Harbour Bridge), and less then 10min walk to Georges Street (main street). - in April 10
It is well located for the CBD area of Sydney, close to the Rocks, CIrcular Quay and the Opera House so a good location for sightseeing and business. - in October 09
The hotel is well located in the CBD and only 5 minutes walking distance to the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
- in October 10
- in March 10
It took us ages to find the place but it's not like we researched where it was, exactly, but I wish i could have know where the proper entrance was as I ended up driving under the building into a hugely crowded carpark - understandable as it was a busy weekend - but I had borrowed a fairly fancy car and was a bit nervous, really.
- in March 10
- in October 09
Overall, apart from location there was no such great thing that the hotel offered to us specially if you are staying there for 7 nights and being a very well known 5 star hotel in the world.
- in October 09
Gastronomy
- complimentary drinks
- in December 09
I once used the concierge (am very familiar with Sydney) and it was a little disappointing (suggested Aria when I asked for ideas for a cozy and relaxed restaurant (everything Aria isn’t). - in December 09
I once used the concierge (am very familiar with Sydney) and it was a little disappointing (suggested Aria when I asked for ideas for a cozy and relaxed restaurant (everything Aria isn’t).
- in December 09
- in September 09
We were only here for 2 nights (on arrival in Australia) and both evenings the food was excellent.
- in September 09
- in July 10
We were most impressed with the breakfast laid out in front of us; every type of fresh fruit, cereal, hot choices and even more to start the day off on a perfect note. - in September 09
We had a wonderful fully cooked breakfast (cereals, yoghurts, fresh fruit, cheeses, etc were also available) followed by lovely Danish pastries and excellent coffee.
- in July 10
- good wine
- in December 09
The club is excellent and offers a very nice breakfast, an afternoon tea with nice sandwiches and great wine as well as a sundowner where they serve hot snacks at your table.
- in December 09
- in June 10
Breakfast adequate, but in a very nice, stylish atrium setting. - in September 10
Lounge also offers an adequate breakfast and quite a good selection of evening canapés and drinks, with the option to sit on the roof terrace (though a bit cold this time of year) Overall, nothing wrong as such, just a hotel stuck in a time warp.
- in June 10
- Dirty plates
- expensive cocktails
Sport & Entertainment
- botanic garden
- in September 09
Good position - close to Botanic gardens, Opera House, Circular Quay etc but handy for shoppiong too. - in October 10
Easy walk couple of minute walk to the Quay, Botanic Gardens, Ferries and Train which opens you up to Darling Harbour, Manly etc. - in September 10
I most appreciated that it is located directly across the street from the Royal Botanic Gardens, since I took morning runs through them and around the Opera House each morning. - in July 10
We generally filled our mornings at some attraction, had a short afternoon break then a lovely walk thru the Botanic Gardens ( 3 mins walk away). - in June 10
Excellent location - only a short stroll from Opera House, and across the road from the botanic gardens. - in January 10
Only a block or so from Circular Quay to catch a ferry and literally across the street from the Royal Botanic Gardens. - in January 10
The location of the hotel is excellent being less than five minutes walk to Circular Quay and the Royal Botanic Gardens. - in December 09
PS - Be sure to make time to stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens around the corner. - in October 09
We had a nice view of the Royal Botanic Gardens. - in September 09
To our right were the botanic gardens.
- in September 09
- good and fine gym
- in October 09
The gym is good too with sufficient equipment, but the pool is a bit disappointing as it is very small. - in October 09
Good gym (used) and indoor pool (not used).
- in October 09
- in October 10
The POOL is super super warm and the view from the Pool is brilliant looking over the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. - in October 10
The POOL is super super warm and the view from the Pool is brilliant looking over the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
- in October 10
- acceptable pool
- somewhat ordinary pool
- in January 10
Indoor pool cold, no spa, NO ACCESS TO ROOF TOP LOUNGE UNLESS YOU UPGRADE AND ADD $150.
- in January 10
- in February 10
The only negative was the pool, which seemed a little small (although the top floor location makes for a great view!
- in February 10