
Hotel Overview
Located in a historic 19th-Century building in Circular Quay, near The Rocks, the 5-star InterContinental Hotel overlooks the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
All air-conditioned rooms at the InterContinental have views of the city or the harbour. Each room includes satellite TV and a mini-bar. The Botanic Gardens of Sydney are less than 5 minutes walk away via Macquarie Street. Circular Quay Ferries are just a 2-minute walk away, convenient for those who need to travel across Sydney Harbour, or enjoy one of Sydney's famous whale-watching tours.
Complete with a $120 million refurbishment in 2022, elevated guest rooms, public spaces, and a new era of luxury awaits at InterContinental Sydney.
Formerly InterContinental Sydney, an IHG hotel
Before February 2025 InterContinental Sydney by IHG was known as InterContinental Sydney, an IHG hotel
Before March 2021 InterContinental Sydney by IHG was known as InterContinental Sydney

Traveller reviews

“Excellent hotel”
April 25, 2025
Gorgeous building, great staff, location is perfect, great food. Comfortable room with nice decor

“Superb InterContinental Stay!”
April 23, 2025
Everything!! Customer service was exceptional from the valet parking staff, to front desk, to room service and finally the Aster bar staff. They were all fabulous. The facilities are exceptional, we used the Lounge area to wait until our room became available. We didn't use the gym or pool however visited both and were impressed with the variety and quality of equipment and warm clean water and views from the pool!! Next time I bring my swimmers and goggles!! Our room was superb! Harbour view King room number 2504 was stunning. We arrived and opened the door to a completely dark room. Within. Seconds the lights came on and blinds opened automatically to the most spectacular views of the harbour and botanical gardens! The rooms are superb clean and spacious with quality bed, pillows and linen. The towels and robes were perfect. Room service was delicious. We booked a table at the Aster rooftop bar after our event at the State Theatre. The cocktails were delicious and the staff were so lovely. The view was incredible! It is such a great spot, easily accessible to local attractions. We absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend to anyone wanting quality accommodation in Sydney.

“Great hotel”
April 22, 2025
Very friendly and professional staff Great breakfast

“Sydney is Great and hotel location makes all your places available in a few steps.”
April 22, 2025
Location great in 5 minutes you are at the Opera House, Ferries or Botanic Garden. Great breakfast. Very clean and fantastic rooftop bar and the swimming pool.

“The staff was so friendly and always made my family and I feel at home”
April 22, 2025
Beautiful Heritage Building Beautiful renovated rooms with excellent mini bar. Great Location very close to Circular Quay - Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House Can walk to Ferry, Bus, Train, Tram and parks. Would definitely stay again. The staff were wonderful.

“Staff are unfailingly friendly, professional and approachable. They make the stay very relaxing .”
April 15, 2025
It is the best hotel breakfast I know. Rather expensive and perhaps produces a lot of waste. Staff are exceptional under pressure.

“Great.”
April 13, 2025
The breakfast package was great. Beautifully set. They buffet had everything you could want for breakfast and family friendly. The staff were very friendly and it’s walking distance from the bridge and Oprah house.

“Will definitely stay at the Intercontinental for my next trip to Sydney.”
April 08, 2025
The room was immaculate and the staff were excellent. Room service and breakfast offerings were top quality.

“Good customer service”
April 06, 2025
The first room we were given had a terrible smell of drains but the hotel arranged our move to an alternative room very quickly and efficiently.

“Sydney trip to the top: InterContinental Sydney ☀️🏆”
April 04, 2025
The location and team are fantastic, aspecially the Concierge was wonderful, they maid our stay to the top. Arranged Opera House concert, Harbour Bridge Climbing, best restaurant reservations, all was handled so easily and professionally.

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Facilities of InterContinental Sydney by IHG
General
On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
Bar, Restaurant, Room service, Special diet menus (on request)
Pools and wellness
Fitness centre, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year)
Transportation
Electric vehicle charging station
Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Valet parking
Entertainment and children services
Babysitting/child services
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Laundry, Trouser press
Business facilities
Business centre, Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities
Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Soundproof rooms

Hotel Policies
Check-In
15:00:00- hours
Check-Out
-11:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
InterContinental Sydney is a 5-star luxury hotel refurbished in 2022 and located near Circular Quay.Please note only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms and extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges.There is a 1.9% 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.Parking can be accessed via 16 Philip Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Please note Rates are subject to change by Enacon parking and parking height restrictions apply.The New South Wales Government has issued a mandatory code of conduct outlining the rights and obligations of people either hosting or renting accommodations on a short-term basis, including a complaints process.

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