5 Luxury Hotels in Sydney

If you crave luxury on holiday (and, quite frankly, who doesn’t?), Sydney will not disappoint. From first-class views to sparkling roof-top pools, to the comfiest beds in the city, each of the hotels below from HotelClub.com scream luxury. Be warned though, you’ll never want to leave...

Sheraton on the Park
Tucked away on a lovely tree-lined avenue, overlooking leafy Hyde Park, Sheraton on the Park feels quiet and exclusive, yet is only minutes from the city’s business and shopping districts. After a hard day’s sightseeing, what better than to head up to the rooftop health club and spa to unwind in the sauna, steam room and heated indoor pool whilst enjoying sweeping views of the city? The rooms are equally relaxing, with classic creamy, earthy colours and beds you’ll find it hard to prise yourself from!

Shangri-La Sydney
In the heart of Sydney’s historic Rocks precinct, the Shangri-La enjoys stunning views of the bustling harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Each of the tastefully decorated rooms makes the most of those outstanding views with huge windows, and the size of the rooms themselves is equally huge - they are amongst the most spacious in downtown Sydney. The sumptuous spa offers an exciting menu of treatments - just the place in which to kick back before dining at the hotel’s award-winning restaurant, Altitude.

InterContinental Sydney
Just minutes walk from the harbour, bridge, Opera House and lush Botanic Gardens, the InterContinental boasts both a fabulous location and an interesting history. Built in and around the restored Treasury Building, dating back to 1851, it features a range of architectural and historical gems, such as soaring sandstone arches, sweeping staircases, and the oldest operating elevator in the Southern Hemisphere. Sipping a glass of wine or a cup of tea in the Cortille Lounge, surrounded by three tiers of sandstones arcades that create a sky-high atrium, is a must, as is a cocktail on the Club’s wrap-around outdoor terrace.

Four Seasons Sydney
With possibly the best location in the entire city, the Four Seasons is just a 2 minute walk from Circular Quay’s ferries, a further 2 minute walk from the Opera House and the Botanic Gardens, and a hop, skip and a jump from all other major attractions and shopping areas. Its perfect location also means perfect views of the city skyline, the harbour, the bridge and the Opera House. The hotel itself has an old-school glamour to it - rooms are luxurious and feature Italian marble bathrooms and it boasts the largest outdoor hotel pool in the city as well as an award-winning spa.

Hilton Sydney
Being slap-bang in the city centre, the Hilton is the perfect location for both business travellers and shopaholics - it is opposite the stunning Queen Victoria Building and close to the enormous Westfield shopping centre, as well as neighbouring the business and financial areas. Having recently undergone a 30-month-long makeover, the contemporary rooms and suites are more stylish than ever and the bars and restaurants top-class. Be sure to order a cocktail at Zeta Bar, made by award-winning mixologists, and sip it on the softly lit roof terrace or in the opulent rooms dotted with leather ottomans, huge glass lamps and dominated by an oversized fireplace.

Emily Buckley has visited many of the world’s top luxury hotels in her role as a travel writer - it’s a tough job but someone’s got to do it! She frequently contributes to HotelClub.com, a leading website dedicated to offering the best deals on accommodation across the globe, including dozens of luxury Sydney hotels.