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Why leave your room when you can enjoy panoramic views of Darling Harbour while still in bed? The Harbour View Studio Suite at the Hyatt Regency Sydney offers an exclusive retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the sparkling waters of Darling Harbour. The king bed has premium linens and showstopping views, and the flat-screen TV is equipped with Miracast technology. There's a sitting area where guests can work or relax with a morning cup of coffee from in-room coffee and tea making setup, minifridge, and a large in-room safe. In the bathroom there's a luxurious freestanding bath, walk-in shower, and plush terry cloth robes and slippers. Plus, guests of the suite receive Regency Club access privileges. Read more below the photo of the Harbour View Studio Suite.
As Sydney's largest premium hotel, the Hyatt Regency Sydney offers a central location adjacent to Darling Harbour in the city's Central Business District. Providing an ideal base for business and leisure travelers, the modern luxury hotel has multiple restaurants including the Sailmaker Restaurant with all-day dining. Continue reading below the photo.
It's also home to one of Sydney's oldest pubs, the Dundee Arms. For cocktails with a view, The Zephyr Sky Bar is a destination rooftop bar. While the Regency Club lounge provides and exclusive setting for daily breakfast, all-day refreshments, and evening cocktails with Darling Harbour views.
Offering a private balcony jutting over the pier with panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour, the Admiral Suite at the Pier One Sydney Harbour provides guests with incomparable views in a luxurious setting. The living area and bedroom combine classic style with historic furnishings from design houses in France and Australia, along with modern details like a Bose sound system, two LED flat-screen TVs, and a marble topped wet bar with a Nespresso coffee machine.
One of the suite's finest amenities is the master bathroom. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with striking views of Luna Park, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House, the modern soaking tub provides the ultimate spot to relax and soak in views of the city. Continue reading below the photo.
The Pier One Sydney Harbour is nestled along the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and blends Federation-style architecture with contemporary design. Guest rooms and suite have a nautical theme, accented by original timber and ironwork. The high end boutique hotel offers a unique setting in the heart of The Rocks, with historic dining and entertainment options nearby. Plus, the on-site Gantry Restaurant and Bar, wellness offerings, and in-room massage services.
Indulge yourself, and enjoy the extreme spaciousness and luxury offered by the Hickson Suite at Pier One Sydney Harbour, all topped off with amazing views of Walsh Bay through expansive glass window.
Featuring 40 free-standing suites, each with its own private pool and veranda,
Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley offers the rare opportunity to experience true
luxury in a spectacular Australian bush setting. Set on a 7,000-acre conservation
and wildlife reserve in the Greater Blue Mountains, the resort is a retreat of unparalleled
seclusion and tranquility.
Located in the picturesque bayside village of Double Bay, InterContinental Sydney Double Bay offers luxury and privacy at its finest. Only minutes from the CBD of Sydney and 13 kilometers from the airport, guests can enjoy the central location and village atmosphere of Double Bay with boutique shopping, cafes, and the beach only a minute's walk from the hotel.
Pier One Sydney Harbour is nestled alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge and offers magnificent panoramic Sydney Harbour views. The hotel takes advantage of its unique location with sunrise and sunset rituals. At sunset the bar offers special Signature Cocktails and at sunrise it offers guests a special yoga experience underneath the iconic Harbour Bridge.
Sunrise
In-house guests enjoy complimentary Yoga classes. Do your best Warrior pose on the pier from Wednesday to Friday
at 6am and on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 7am.
Sunset
The Gantry Restaurant & Bar offers spectacular views of Walsh Bay and the majestic Sydney Harbour at one of the best waterfront restaurant locations in Sydney.
The Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay is perfectly situated overlooking the gorgeous Sydney Harbour and national landmark, the Sydney Opera House. There are endless things to do in the city, but we narrowed it down to ten favorites
Top 10 Things to Do During Your Stay
1- Shop Castlereagh St. or Pitt St. Mall - just steps from the 5-star hotel on Pitt Street in Sydney
2- Visit the cobblestone streets of The Rocks & enjoy historic lanes lined with galleries, shops, and pubs
3- Take in a play, opera, or other cultural event at the Opera House
4- Explore your adventurous side with the Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb
5- Soak in the sun at world-famous Bondi Beach, or at Manly Beach or Bronte Beach
6- Learn about Australian history with a visit to the Australian Museum, the oldest museum in the country.
7- Indulge your inner munchkin at The Wizard of Oz Funland
8- Tee off at St. Michael's Golf Club, Northbridge Golf Club, Cammeray Golf Club, Moore Park Golf, or Bonnie Doon Golf Club
9- Get your motor running at Eastern Creek International Raceway and Motor World Museum Gallery
10- Visit the wildlife at Taronga Zoo, the nation's leading zoological garden, featuring Australia's finest collection of native animals.
Keltic Lodgeis serious about reducing energy consumption.
Green Initiatives include:
Eco-friendly laundry detergents and dish washing soaps Recycle bins throughout the property Compost, Recycle & Reuse where possible Including brown paper bags for compost and clear bag garbage in each guest room Insulated blankets on hot water tanks Using energy efficient light bulbs where possible Using energy efficient thermostat controls in rooms where possible Using recycled paper On-site garden for fresh fruits & vegetables Supporting local food