Shangri-La, Sydney

Location

Located just seconds from Circular Quay, this luxury hotel occupies one of the best positions in the city. Boats depart every few minutes for tours of the harbour and beyond and sights such as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge are just a walk away. Guests can also explore the nearby Royal Botanical Gardens and the city centre with its shopping district and fantastic museums and art galleries.

Accommodation

The 565 rooms and suites are furnished in contemporary style and are among the most spacious in the city. Choose between rooms overlooking Darling Harbour and the Opera House or opt for the Deluxe Grand Harbour View, which offers breath-taking views of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. All rooms come with complimentary Wi-Fi access and marble bathrooms containing a separate bath and shower. Upgrade to a Horizon Club room and benefit from a private lounge with a light buffet breakfast and evening drinks and canapés from 6pm to 8pm daily.

Dining

The hotel’s Altitude restaurant serves fine contemporary Australian cuisine accompanied by views across Sydney Harbour. As winner of the 2013 “Best Restaurant” award from the Tourism Accommodation Australia, the menu is based on inventive dishes that experiment with texture, temperature and taste. All-day dining is also available at Café Mix. Its new a la carte menu features both traditional home comforts and modern updates on Asian classics. A real highlight is the full buffet with the restaurant’s fantastic dessert station and chocolate fountain.

Facilities

Among a gym, an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sundeck and a bar, the hotel has an outstanding spa, which brings Australian healing techniques to the hotel’s brand of Asian-influenced treatments. The 24-hour gym comes fully equipped with a variety of cardio machines and weights. Upstairs, the Blu Bar is well located on the 36th floor with floor-to-ceiling views ranging from Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera house and out across Darling Harbour. It’s set up as an exclusive cocktail lounge where guests can enjoy a fine selection of wines, champagnes, cocktails and liqueurs.