SYDNEY hotels ?

[okydoky]

hi, have been told to post on here .We sail into sydney early next year,and are looking for a decent hotel (60s couple)for 3 to 4 nights that is handy for the cruise terminal and the local nightlife and any tour companies that work out of sydney.We also have to get to the airport afterwards so taxi or bus which is best and roughly how much.....thanks d&k

[cazz0069]

Hi D&K!

 

I always reccomend the Shangri La, right on the edge of the harbour in the The Rocks district. It overlooks the harbour and the city and has some amazing views. You can pay extra for a harbour view room which overlooks the harbour, opera house and the overseas passenger terminal so you can see the ship come in and out. Its fairly pricey but well worth it :)

[Scurvy Dog]

Hi D&k,

Try this thread from this site. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1394222

 

I had the same problem but the lovley crew here on CC have helped...:D

 

Cheers Muzza :)

[sandandsea lovers]

We stayed at the Shangri La. Great views of the bridge, harbour and opera house. It is approx $300 per night for these views. Next door with the same views is Quay West Apartments that are approx $250 per night and also excellent accom. Either would be very nice.

[Kiwi Kruzer]

If views don't matter and you are just after a comfortable hotel in an excellent location, check out Holiday inn, Old Sydney.

You can walk there from the ship .

 

 

[cazz0069]

We stayed at the Shangri La. Great views of the bridge, harbour and opera house. It is approx $300 per night for these views. Next door with the same views is Quay West Apartments that are approx $250 per night and also excellent accom. Either would be very nice.

 

I think you may fuind they have gone up considerably. The cheapest rate we managed to get was $400 a night for harbour view. But keep checking the website they may have some specials on :)

[NSWP]

G'day, have a look at Sydney Tourism. http://www.VisitSydney.com OR http://www.Sydney.com.au Ideas re hotels/tours on those sites. A cab from CBD to Airport, around $30, or you can train it also. Plenty of tours would go from Sydney Hotels. ]

 

Above all, ENJOY.

[Kiln Wood]

Thanks for all the great posts here!!! We're going to spend several days in Sydney once we disembark from the Carnival Spirit, and I now no longer have to concern myself about finding a decent hotel--thanks to all of you!

[rhapsody100]

there are many hotels close by, i would not reccomend the holiday inn (as a previous regular client) it is very expensive for a very average, ageing hotel. for the same money you can secure a much nicer hotel.

[kiwipete]

there are many hotels close by, i would not reccomend the holiday inn (as a previous regular client) it is very expensive for a very average, ageing hotel. for the same money you can secure a much nicer hotel.

 

We stayed at the Holiday Inn, Old Sydney, pre our Christmas cruise on Diamond Princess.

We didn't find it at all expensive and while I would agree it's not the newest hotel in the area it is very presentable and very very convenient.

We will definitely use it again.

[rugbypopsie]

Just about any of the Sydney CBD hotels are fine for seeing Sydney the underground and public transport system plus ferries will get you pretty much everywhere.

 

I like the Darling Harbour or Rocks area but have stayed in the Amora which is just off George Street it was lovely and very convenient. For longer stays try the apartment hotels.

[jagoffee]

there are many hotels close by, i would not reccomend the holiday inn (as a previous regular client) it is very expensive for a very average, ageing hotel. for the same money you can secure a much nicer hotel.

 

We have a rate of $219 with the Entertainment Card discount for 1/15-1/18. What better hotel with the same rate or better would you recommend? The HI does appear to have an idea location.

[oysterfiend]

just don't stay at the IBIS - looking over Darling Harbour.

We thought it was the smallest room you could ever imagine-

The view was good but everything else about the room was horrible and not that clean either.

We had pre- paid three nights and booked through Accor.

 

We spent most of the time out of our room but if you like to loll about you couldn't in a room that size.

 

We now never stay /book Ibis hotels because of that room we had there.

[sandandsea lovers]

I know Quay West Apartments on the Rocks is $245 and would be less with the entertainment card, usually approx 10% less. At least you have cooking facilities and the views are great. I think they are rated 5 star.

[NSWP]

I have stayed in IBIS hotels, in many places within Australia and UK/Europe, believe me, the rooms are not any bigger. Like a cell, ok for a short overnighter precruise, but no more. Plenty of deals around Sydney Hotels, if you check the sites.

[Kiwi Kruzer]

The Grace Hotel is quite handy to Darling Harbour and the Main City shops.

Its rooms are huge, as it was the Department Store and Head Office for Grace Bros. , now converted to an hotel.

 

[TheDunphys]

I stayed at the Grace last year and wouldn't recommend it, it's tired, service was very average and there are far better hotels in better position in The Rocks area closer to ship, the Opera House and fabulous restaurants. I'd recommend the Park Hyatt if money is no object. A little less are the Four Seasons or Shangri-la or if you don't want to spend quite so much I'd go with the Amora Jamieson Hotel. All very good. If you like Japanese food my favourite restaurant ever is close by "Sabi". It is superb!!! Enjoy your stay in Sydney, you'll love it.

[Australian family]

We stayed at the Westin Hotel, it was beautiful, large room, fantastic bathroom. Bed was extremely comfortable. Very clean.

 

We had glimpses of the harbour from our room.

 

We used http://www.kst.com.au for transport from the airport. The Westin Hotel recommended them to us. And we would recommend their prompt service as well.

[jagoffee]

I know Quay West Apartments on the Rocks is $245 and would be less with the entertainment card, usually approx 10% less. At least you have cooking facilities and the views are great. I think they are rated 5 star.

 

I think it depends on the dates, but for our dates (1/15-1/18). The rate is $327 a night, so although it looks very nice it is much more expensive. Thanks.

[glutenhab]

Anyone familiar with the Hyde Park Inn & if so what is your opinion?

[onions20]

Check lastminute.com.au or similar sites.

 

They often have Old Sydney Holiday Inn in The Rocks as a mystery hotel for about $130/night which isn't bad for a 4.5* hotel

[jagoffee]

Check lastminute.com.au or similar sites.

 

They often have Old Sydney Holiday Inn in The Rocks as a mystery hotel for about $130/night which isn't bad for a 4.5* hotel

 

That is true, but it is too early. Perhaps as the date gets closer.