Overview
Featuring 509 rooms, the 5-star Intercontinental Sydney By Ihg Hotel is within walking distance of a historic district and 19 minutes' stroll from WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo. Situated fairly close to Macquarie Street, the 32-storey hotel offers a heated indoor swimming pool, massage therapy, a courtyard, and sun loungers for guest enjoyment.
Location
Sydney Opera House is merely 0.8 km away, and Justice and Police Museum is only 200 metres from the exquisite hotel. Offering a location not far from Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, the Intercontinental Sydney is near gardens.
Transport
Intercontinental Sydney By Ihg Hotel is located in the vicinity of Martin Place underground station and a 20-minute drive will be enough to get to Kingsford Smith airport.
Nearby Attractions
Visit Twin Ponds, just a 12-minute walk from this contemporary-style property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Australia.
Rooms
All of the soundproof rooms are complete with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini-fridge-bar and tea/coffee making equipment, and some of them include a mini-kitchen and a dining area. They are furnished with king-size beds or double beds along with a writing desk and a sofa bed. Offering amenities such as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a separate toilet. Guests will surely enjoy exquisite views of the mountain. Looking onto the sea, the apartment features kitchen with a microwave, coffee and tea making equipment, and a refrigerator.
Dining
Conservatory restaurant of the smoke-free Intercontinental serves Australian cuisine. There is a lounge bar and an à la carte restaurant on site. You can visit a restaurant situated close by and taste contemporary cuisine.
Relax & Wellness
This Sydney hotel offers options for sports and relaxation in a spa salon or in a gym area and a fitness centre. The Intercontinental also provides a conference space and a meeting room for those arriving on business.
Rooms & Availability
Classic King Room
Classic Room
Classic King Room - Accessible
Classic King Room with Heritage View
Classic Queen Room with Heritage View
1 King East Harbour View
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Some rooms with a twin bed, a great view and a sofa.
Facilities
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Pool with view
Facilities
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Pool with view
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Activities
- Fitness centre
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Accessibility
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
- Carpeted floor
Tourist attractions in Sydney
Tourist attractions in Sydney
Local sights
- 1.8 km 1.1 mi Sydney Harbour Bridge
- 1 km 0.6 mi St Mary's Cathedral
- 1.8 km 1.1 mi Luna Park Sydney
- 920 m 3018 ft The Rocks
- 380 m 1247 ft Circular Quay
- 1.2 km 0.7 mi Hyde Park
- 1 km 0.6 mi Art Gallery of New South Wales
- 2.1 km 1.3 mi Australian National Maritime Museum
Getting around
- 550 m 1805 ft Martin Place
- 810 m 2658 ft Wynyard
- 940 m 3084 ft St James
- 1.1 km 0.7 mi Clarence St opp Barrack St
- 1.3 km 0.8 mi 201 Elizabeth St
- 1.3 km 0.8 mi Queen VIctoria Building
- 2 km 1.3 mi Elizabeth St at Hay St
- 470 m 1542 ft Bridge Street
- 1.3 km 0.8 mi QVB
- 1 km 0.6 mi Andrew Boy Charlton Pool
- 1.4 km 0.9 mi Domain Terminus
- 2.1 km 1.3 mi Maritime Museum
- 2.6 km 1.6 mi Mount St
Dining options
- 100 m 328 ft Bar Luca
- 130 m 427 ft The Cortile
- 60 m 197 ft The Meat & Wine Co Circular Quay
- 250 m 820 ft Highlander Bar
- 130 m 427 ft Cubby's Kitchen
- 250 m 820 ft Dumpling Bar @ Loftus
- 180 m 591 ft The Spice Room
Frequently Asked Questions
"What spa treatments are available at Intercontinental Sydney By Ihg?"
Focus is on wellness facilities like the indoor heated pool and fitness centre.
"What pool facilities are available on-site?"
The hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool at level 31, measuring 10 meters in length, 6 meters wide, with a depth of 1.2 meters, open from 5.30am to 9pm daily.
"What dining options does the restaurant offer?"
The Conservatory Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with all-day dining options and a buffet breakfast featuring gluten-free selections and a barista coffee station.
"What services are provided by the staff?"
Staff provide luggage storage, 24-hour reception, concierge services, and can assist with early check-in or baggage handling according to availability.
"What languages are spoken at the hotel?"
The hotel staff speak multiple languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and Tagalog.
"Are there parking options available at the hotel?"
On-site valet parking is available at AUD 89 per day, with unlimited access within a 24-hour period, and reservation is not needed.
"What wellness facilities are available on-site?"
The hotel features an indoor heated pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna, all open year-round with towels provided at the pool area.
"Does Intercontinental Sydney By Ihg offer room service?"
Yes, room service is available and offers hot meals, beverages, and snacks, with menu options likely aligning with on-site restaurant offerings.
"How close is the hotel to major Sydney landmarks?"
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay, with close proximity to the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, and the Royal Botanic Gardens.