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About this property
Located in the historic Rocks district, Sydney Harbour Hotel (formerly Rydges Sydney Harbour) boasts a rooftop swimming pool offering views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. It offers modern rooms featuring a bathtub in an en suite bathroom. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator and a work desk. Each room offers tea/coffee making facilities and your choice of soft or firm pillows. Sydney Harbour is just 3 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay and the Museum of Contemporary Art. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are 15 minutes' walk away. Guests can relax in the spa pool, or enjoy the sun on the rooftop terrace. The 24-hour reception is located in a magnificent 8-storey atrium with a glass ceiling. The Lobby Lounge and Bar offers café-style meals and an extensive range of Australian beers and wines. An a la carte breakfast is served daily in Playfair Terrace Restaurant.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ben
Australia
“We loved the location, so easy to get around, close to the markets and a fantastic rooftop view. We really appreciated the hotel looking after our bags out of check in hours. It was comfortable and we were happy. Thanks.” - Hope
United Kingdom
“Amazing for the price. Amazing views from the rooftop and lovely staff” - Rebecca
Australia
“Free surprise upgrade to a deluxe king room with water views. Location was amazing” - Clark
United Kingdom
“Excellent helpful staff facilitated a very early check in, after a very long flight. Was greatly appreciated. Great views from the rooftop pool area” - Mel
Australia
“Great location. Older style but has character. Staff lovely. The rooftop pool has beautiful views of the Harbour bridge and Opera house. Close to restaurants and shops and cruise terminal.” - Amanda
Australia
“location was good, and the bed was comfortable. Staff were lovely” - Vanessa
Australia
“Location was exceptional. Buffet breaky was good too.” - Cherie
Australia
“Very clean, perfect location to cruise terminal, restaurants and pubs in a beautiful old part of Sydney” - Maree
Australia
“We did the Harbour Bridge Climb and the accommodation was in perfect position for this.” - John
Ireland
“Very good location by the Harbour Bridge and across from the Sydney Opera House. Would happily return.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Playfair Restaurant
- CuisineAustralian
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please note that there is a 1.5% 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.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.