InterContinental Sydney by IHG

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.7

Property highlights

About this property

Located in a historic 19th-Century building in Circular Quay, near The Rocks, the 5-star InterContinental Hotel overlooks the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge. All air-conditioned rooms at the InterContinental have views of the city or the harbor. Each room includes satellite TV and a mini-bar. The Botanic Gardens of Sydney are less than 5 minutes' walk away via Macquarie Street. Circular Quay Ferries are just a 2-minute walk away, convenient for those who need to travel across Sydney Harbor, or enjoy one of Sydney's famous whale-watching tours. Complete with a $120 million refurbishment in 2022, elevated guest rooms, public spaces, and a new era of luxury awaits at InterContinental Sydney.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Suzana
United States United States
“I love the room, specious, clean and had everything you need. Cleaning staff was amazing.”
Gusaroundtheworld
Argentina Argentina
“Hotel is very well located, within walking distance of the Opera House. Within walking distance of the business district and the Climb Bridge station. Very friendly staff.”
Martha
United States United States
“We scheduled 1 day to spend in Sydney between flights, and this location was easy walking distance from Opera House, The Rocks historical district and a variety of restaurants & museums, plus ferries & public transportation. Very comfortable...”
Mei
United States United States
“Very good location! Rooftop bar see the Opera house and the harbor! Walking 2 minutes to harbor, ferry and train station.”
Chenxie
China China
“Architecture is of the type that involves both new and old renovations. It is very unique.”
Devaiah
Australia Australia
“Location and proximity along with the views from the aster bar”
Kaira
United States United States
“Impeccable hotel. Gorgeous luxury rooms, facilities. Excellent service. Amazing views (spend the extra $ to het a harbor and or opera house view). Gorgeous view at the rooftop Aster. A quick walk to the quay. Overall a memorable stay.”
Gehan
Singapore Singapore
“We enjoyed our stay—everything went smoothly. The location is great, with a lovely view, and the staff were amazing and very helpful.”
Eckardt
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“It’s an outstanding location in the heart of downtown Sydney and easy walking distance to The Rocks. The rooms are gorgeous and so comfortable. The button controlled curtains are so cool, and the blackout aspect is very effective. Our room, 2001,...”
Kevin
United States United States
“Well positioned with nice waterfront views and in close proximity to the opera house and quay.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
The Conservatory Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Australian • Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
The Treasury
  • Cuisine
    Australian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

House rules

InterContinental Sydney by IHG takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBEftposUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

InterContinental Sydney is a 5-star luxury hotel refurbished in 2022 and located near Circular Quay.

Please note only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms and extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges.

There is a 1.9% charge when you pay with a Visa, MasterCard or American Express credit card and a 3% charge when you pay with a Diners Club credit card.

Parking can be accessed via 16 Philip Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Please note Rates are subject to change by Enacon parking and parking height restrictions apply.

The New South Wales Government has issued a mandatory code of conduct outlining the rights and obligations of people either hosting or renting accommodations on a short-term basis, including a complaints process.