The Observatory Hotel — Sydney, NSW, Australia
The Observatory Hotel
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Style: Boutique/Design. Built: 1993. Remodeled: 2006. Rooms: 100. Suites: 20.
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A member of the Orient-Express Hotel's collection, The Observatory Hotel is Sydney's most acclaimed hotel. It's superbly located in the heart of The Rocks, minutes from the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. With only 100 guest rooms and suites, The Observatory offers the highest level of personalized service. Uniquely fashioned after a Colonial Australian house and elegantly furnished with antiques and original art works. Its spacious rooms featuring marble bathrooms, balconies or large Bay windows leave nothing to be desired. Capture the romance of a bygone era and relax at Globe Bar. Or, dine at Galileo restaurant, reminiscent of a Parisian salon, which offers innovative cuisine and features Australia's first Michelin Star Chef. The magnificent Day Spa's signature 20-meter heated pool reflects the re-creation of the Southern constellations. Assured to rejuvenate your mind and body, a wide range of treatments feature the most luxurious of spa products, La Prairie.
Five Star Alliance Client Reviews - The Observatory Hotel
Jeff S., Bangkok, Thailand. January, 2007
"A luxurious old world experience in the heart of Sydney. The hotel has a lot of charm, personal service and style. A perfect position in The Rocks section of downtown close to restaurants, shopping and great urban walking. "
Awards
Conde Nast Award Winner, Travel & Leisure Award Winner
Note Bene
Located near Sydney's historic Rocks and central business district.
Banquets & Meetings
Eight rooms with a capacity up to 100 people.
Disabled Access
Three ground-floor rooms have been adapted for the convenience of disabled guests.
Fine Dining on Site
Signature Restaurant Galileo on-site. Australia's first Michelin Star Chef.
Child Programs
Check-in treats, Take home bear, Bath time treats, Games and toys, Baby bundles.
Pets Allowed
Maximum one pet 20kg and under.
Pool, Indoor
20 Meter heated indoor pool.
Spa Facility
10 Signature rooms featuring a wide range of treatments feature the most luxurious of spa products, La Prairie.
Ballooning, Hot Air
Available in the Hunter Valley, which is a 2-hour drive from the hotel.
Beach
Bondi Beach is 15 minutes away.
Biking, Mountain
Available in the Blue Mountains, which is a 2-hour drive from the hotel.
Biking, Touring
On request through the Concierge.
Boating
Pick up available at Jones Bay Wharf for Sydney Harbour Cruises.
Casino Gambling
A casino is ten minutes away.
Ecological Tourism
Available in the Blue Mountains, a two-hour drive.
Gliding
Available at Stanwell Park, which is a 1.5 hour drive.
Golf Driving Range
Available at Moore Park, which is a 10 minute drive.
Golfing
Plethora of Courses available through Concierge.
Hiking
Several Coastal walks within a 20 minute drive.
Horseback Riding
Available in the Blue Mountains, which is a 2-hour drive.
Ice Skating
15 minute drive away.
Hotel Amenities
- - Banquets & Meetings
- - Business Center
- - Meeting Space
- - Disabled Access
- - Executive Retreat
- - Fine Dining on Site
- - Fine Dining Nearby
- - Fitness Center
- - High Speed Internet
- - Child Programs
- - Pets Allowed
- - Pool, Indoor
- - Spa Facility
- - Tennis Courts on Site
Available Activities
- - Ballooning, Hot Air
- - Beach
- - Biking, Mountain
- - Biking, Touring
- - Boating
- - Casino Gambling
- - Ecological Tourism
- - Gliding
- - Golf Driving Range
- - Golfing
- - Hiking
- - Horseback Riding
- - Ice Skating
- - Shopping
- - Tennis Courts Nearby
- - Theatre & Museums
- - Volleyball
- - Water Skiing
- - Windsurfing
- - Winery Tours
Hotel Address
Location Summary
Superbly located in the heart of The Rocks, minutes from the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, central business district, and bustling King Street Wharf.
Directions to Hotel
Exit Both Airports And Turn Right Into Qantas Drive-signs Will Indicate City. Qantas Drive Becomes Joyce Drive, Which In Turn Becomes General Holmes Drive. Turn Left Off General Holmes Drive Into Mill Pond Road -sign Will Indicate City. Proceed Straight Ahead Through The Traffic Lights Into Southern Cross Drive. Continue Straight Along Southern Cross Drive And Enter Into The Eastern Distributor -tunnel System- Ed Marked In White Paint On The Road. Please Be Aware Of Speed Cameras Located In Tunnel. Proceed Out Of The Eastern Distributor Staying In Left Hand lanes Through Toll Gates -toll Aud 4.00-. Take City Exit, Turn Right At The Traffic Lights Into Macquarie Street, At The Next Set Of Traffic Lights Turn Left onto Bridge Street. Continue All The Way Down Bridge Street To The T Intersection Of George Street. Make A Right Hand Turn From Bridge Street onto George Street. At The Second Set Of Traffic Lights On George Street, Turn Left onto Essex Street, Turn Right From Essex Street At The First Set Of Traffic Lights onto Harrington Street. Continue Along Harrington Street Turning Left At The T Intersection Of Argyle Street. Through The Argyle Cut -short Tunnel- Taking The Next Left Which Is Kent Street. The Hotel Is Located On Your Right 250 Metres From The Argyle And Kent Street Intersection.
- The Observatory Hotel
- 89-113 Kent Street
- Sydney , NSW 2000
- Australia
Location Summary
Superbly located in the heart of The Rocks, minutes from the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, central business district, and bustling King Street Wharf.
Directions to Hotel
Exit Both Airports And Turn Right Into Qantas Drive-signs Will Indicate City. Qantas Drive Becomes Joyce Drive, Which In Turn Becomes General Holmes Drive. Turn Left Off General Holmes Drive Into Mill Pond Road -sign Will Indicate City. Proceed Straight Ahead Through The Traffic Lights Into Southern Cross Drive. Continue Straight Along Southern Cross Drive And Enter Into The Eastern Distributor -tunnel System- Ed Marked In White Paint On The Road. Please Be Aware Of Speed Cameras Located In Tunnel. Proceed Out Of The Eastern Distributor Staying In Left Hand lanes Through Toll Gates -toll Aud 4.00-. Take City Exit, Turn Right At The Traffic Lights Into Macquarie Street, At The Next Set Of Traffic Lights Turn Left onto Bridge Street. Continue All The Way Down Bridge Street To The T Intersection Of George Street. Make A Right Hand Turn From Bridge Street onto George Street. At The Second Set Of Traffic Lights On George Street, Turn Left onto Essex Street, Turn Right From Essex Street At The First Set Of Traffic Lights onto Harrington Street. Continue Along Harrington Street Turning Left At The T Intersection Of Argyle Street. Through The Argyle Cut -short Tunnel- Taking The Next Left Which Is Kent Street. The Hotel Is Located On Your Right 250 Metres From The Argyle And Kent Street Intersection.
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or
crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted
rate.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
The Observatory Hotel- Highly Recommended
The Observatory Hotel is featured on the following Five Star Alliance recommendation lists:
- The Most Romantic Hotels in Sydney
- The Best Business Hotels in Sydney
- The Best Hotels for Shopping in Sydney
- The Most Romantic Hotels in Sydney
- The Best Business Hotels in Sydney
- The Best Hotels for Shopping in Sydney
The Best Luxury Hotels in Sydney
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