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InterContinental Sydney

5.0 of 5
117 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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InterContinental Sydney
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Melbourne, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

After reading some not so great reviews here, I was apprehensive about staying here. We were pleasantly surprised at the friendly checkin staff who made a fuss over our 5 year old daughter. We received a harbour view room on the 22nd floor with two double beds which were really comfortable. The room was modern and attractive although the bathroom... More

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Hong Kong, China
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28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Comfortable room, nice bathroom, very good variety in the buffet breakfast, polite and efficient service; everything I would expect of hotel in this chain. No complaints. Room with view of city is nothing to rave about. I guess a view of the harbour would have made the experience unique. Good location -- walking distance to both Wynyard and Circular Quay... More

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Sydney, Australia
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16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I booked direct at the last minute and got a great deal! A lovely newly refurbished room and a comfy king bed with duck down pillows. City views, the automatic roller blinds were great to block out the afternoon sun. Parking was included, a relief! The inside heated rooftop pool was a gem! We swam before breakfast, the views from... More

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See 5 more reviews by sydney_0013 for Sydney
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We enjoyed another stay here during our recent business trip to Sydney. The location, service and views are fabulous. The staff's attention to detail amazing. We continue to be given the same room location each visit and this makes it seem like home.

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Highlands Ranch, Colorado
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21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Stayed for 4 nights on a trip around Australia with a total of seven people and three rooms. Looking at the map, I knew it was a good location but it was really walkable to all of the touristy spots in Sydney which was great. The rooms were clean, new feeling and a pleasure to stay in. The service was... More

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13 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I discovered a vast improvement on my last stay at the Intercontinental Sydney in regards to the rooms, perhaps it was because I decided to go for a Club Intercontinental Room. This last stay has definitely affirmed my faith in the Intercontinental Sydney. The team at the Club really made us feel welcome and clearly did everything they could to... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I had an excellent stay at this hotel. I had arrived very early due to flight times (around 8am I think). Even though I was ridiculously early, I was still provided with my room immediately. Check-in was fast, efficient and friendly. I was duly informed of my ambassador upgrade (standard club room to club room with eastern harbour view) and... More

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Toronto, ON
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Accompanying my husband who was in Sydney on business, we stayed for a week and then, after a trek to Perth, stayed a couple more nights before heading home. Location is fantastic! A short walk to Circular Quay, the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, the Rocks and transit. Rooms were comfortable and clean. We had a city view, which while... More

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NZ
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28 reviews 28 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The hotel is well located close to Circular Quay and the Rocks and a short 10 minute walk to the main shopping area in central Sydney. The Opera House is a couple of minutes away. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are well appointed with king size beds, good sized wardrobe to hang your clothes, and the... More

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See 4 more reviews by Kowhaikiwi for Sydney
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14 reviews 14 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW via mobile

I stayed a night at the hotel for work. Nothing remarkable about the rooms but great people and great location. The people were extremely helpful. Mr Zafar directed me to a great place to get changed before my flight. This is what makes travelers happy.

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What travellers say

  • Opera house(102)
  • Circular quay(72)
  • Club lounge(37)
  • Harbour Bridge(33)
  • Great location(29)
  • Very good(25)
  • Star hotel(14)
  • Top floor(10)
  • Room service(8)
  • Buffet breakfast(5)

Additional Information about InterContinental Sydney

Address: 117 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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Region: Australia > New South Wales > Sydney
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#11 Family Hotels in Sydney
#11 Luxury Hotels in Sydney
#13 Romantic Hotels in Sydney
#15 Business Hotels in Sydney
Price Range: £££
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The award winning InterContinental Sydney blends contemporary style with 19th century architecture and offers sweeping views from Sydney Harbour Bridge to the Pacific Ocean. A perfect base for work and play, InterContinental Sydney is bordered by the city s commercial centre, Circular Quay and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Steps away is the historic Rocks area, Sydney Opera House, the Art Gallery of NSW, leading shops and boutiques and some of the finest restaurants this Harbour city has to offer. ... more   less 
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