Rocks district location
The Observatory Hotel is situated near the central business district and within walking distance of the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour, and the Sydney Bridge.
See this hotel on a mapDay spa, gym
The hotel maintains a 19th Century feel while providing such modern amenities as a day spa with a swimming pool and gym, an on-site restaurant, and a cocktail bar.
More hotel informationMarble bathrooms
Each of the 100 rooms at The Observatory Hotel feature high-speed Internet connection, marble bathrooms with designer toiletries, writing desks, and tea/coffee makers.
More room informationTraveler Opinions: Hotel review summary of The Observatory Hotel, Sydney Hotel
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| 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | ||
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Most recent reviews and ratings for The Observatory Hotel in Sydney
All reviews displayed are submitted by customers who stayed at this hotel. Only the 3 most recent reviews are shown.
| Overall satisfaction | Hotel service | Hotel condition | Room cleanliness | Room comfort | |
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| 5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Wonderful experience!
A truly first-rate hotel. The service was excellent. The staff was helpful and courteous. The room was huge and beautiful.My 8 year old daughter loved the pool. We would not stay anywhere else in Sydney.
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| 5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Can’t wait to go back
A beautiful hotel located in " The Rocks". The service was fantastic! We arrived in Sydney at 6:30 AM and went directly to the hotel. Although they could not allow us to check into our room, they were very gracious and accomodating. They offered to hold our bags,and offered us the use of the spa shower to refresh ourselves. The rooms are beautiful and full of great amenities. The bathroom had a great shower and a nice deep tub. The only drawback would be for people who have a disability and could not get their leg over the side. They may have rooms more disability accessible, I would ask. The staff was efficient and friendly, they went way beyond their requirements. Great job!
Traveler's tip on saving a few bucks
We made use of a Sydney pass and were very satisfied. It was a great value and we made great use of this pass. The drivers were friendly and offered suggestions and advice. Be sure and make a trip to Paddy’s Market , lots of great buys! We bought all our souvenirs here.
| Overall satisfaction | Hotel service | Hotel condition | Room cleanliness | Room comfort | |
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| 5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Sydney!
I’m a frequent hotel visitor, and this hotel wowed me in every respect. My room was spectacular--clean, spacious, well-appointed, and every possible comfort had been thought about and provided--complimentary bedside water and tea, robes, heated towel rack, good lighting, turndown service, umbrellas, flashlights, and totebags for use while staying. I was consistently addressed by name by every staff person I interacted with. The concierges were knowledgeable, helpful and on top of every need and the public areas of the hotel were beautiful. Very well-located in The Rocks district and next to the Observatory. Couldn’t ask for anything more and hope to have a reason to go to Sydney again just to stay in this hotel! (Oh, the food was excellent, too!)
Traveler's tip on local attractions
Don’t miss the show at the Observatory next to this hotel. Make a reservation for a night show (reservations required), and you’ll have a change to view the Southern Hemisphere sky through an amazing telescope. Small exhibit area, but interesting.