The Observatory Hotel

Sydney is renowned for its relaxed lifestyle and nowhere is this truer than at The Observatory Hotel. Discover truly outstanding service in a welcoming and intimate atmosphere, the hotel, offers guests the highest standards in accommodation, cuisine and personal service. As guests enter The Observatory Hotel they feel entranced by the warm nature of the hotel. The sophisticated lounge like atmosphere of the Drawing Room creates a welcome akin to your neighbour’s home.

The hotel is superbly located near Sydney's historic Rocks and central business district. Whether you are holding a monthly board meeting, your work Christmas Dinner or your Wedding Day, The Observatory Hotel's team will ensure that your event is an experience that will be remembered. The simplicity of the Cornwallis Suites allows you to add your own special touches for your important event, perfect for your nuptials or the launch of your latest product. The Orient Room transports you to another time, providing the inspiration needed for those all important strategy meetings. In every detail the hotel is designed to put guests at ease and to offer a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for both business and pleasure.

Spacious, elegant, beautifully appointed, the rooms and suites at The Observatory Hotel are designed to meet the needs of the most fastidious guest. The hotel offers 78 Deluxe Rooms, 9 Junior Suites, 12 Executive Suites and the Observatory Suite, with some suites and rooms interconnecting. Four ground-floor rooms have been adapted for the convenience of disabled guests, the second floor is completely non-smoking and all rooms feature duvets. With all rooms bathed in natural light and the personalized service of their well trained team of professionals guest notice a difference; a difference that offers sophistication and efficiency in a warm and personable environment; a difference that is “The Observatory Hotel”.

The polished mahogany armoire holds an individual CD and video player, as well as a stereo television set with 24-hour international news service. Tea and coffee-making facilities, along with a fully stocked mini-bar are discreetly enclosed in a mahogany buffet, while an in-room safe sits in the polished cedar wardrobe along with slippers, an umbrella and a selection of amenities. Each room has a luxurious marble bathroom with an oversize bath, heated towel racks, separate bath and shower, double vanities, detachable hairdryers and fax/modem lines. The Observatory Hotel…where stylish traditions meets modern efficiencies.

The Observatory Hotel is part of Orient-Express Hotels, Trains & Cruises and Virtuoso

Condé Nast Traveler – Readers Choice Awards - No.10 Overseas Leisure Hotel in Australia & the South Pacific - 2008
World Travel Awards - Australia's Leading Hotel - 2008
Conde Nast Traveler - Gold List, Best for Service - 2008
Forbes Traveler 400 – The World’s Very Best Hotel and Resorts - 2008
Conde Nast Traveller, Reader’s Travel Awards – No. 6 Best Overseas Leisure Hotel in Australasia & The South Pacific - 2007
Australian Gourmet Traveller Travel Awards - Best Five-Star Hotel - 2007

Superbly located near The Rocks and the city’s business centre, it is the ideal base from which to work and explore exciting Sydney. From Sydney Airport: 12 kms - 30 minutes by car
From the railway station: 1.5 kms - 7 minutes' walk
From the Overseas Passenger Terminal: 1.5 kms - 7 minutes' walk
From the ferry terminal: 2 kms - 10 minutes' walk

The Observatory Hotel
89-113 Kent Street
Sydney, New South Wales, 2000
Australia

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