Shangri-La Hotel Sydney, Resort Hotel Vacations, Honeymoons and Travel Packages

Set in the historic Rocks district of cobbled laneways and designer boutiques, this hotel is less than 0.5 km from ferries and trains, the central business district, and Sydney Harbour.

In addition to premium bedding such as down comforters and silk throws, the 563 air-conditioned guestrooms of Shangri-La Sydney offer marble bathrooms with bathrobes and slippers.

The Altitude Restaurant at level 36 offers views of the Sydney Harbour; the heated indoor swimming pool with adjoining sundeck and spa and health club are the other attractions.

What to Expect: Rising 36 stories above the city, this 563-room hotel offers contemporary accommodations in the heart of the historic district of The Rocks. From its high-ceilinged lobby to its rooftop restaurant, the hotel scores high marks for its first-class service, deluxe amenities, and stunning surroundings.

Amenity Highlights: Situated on the top floor, the Altitude Restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine with European influences in a refined setting marked by floor-to-ceiling views over the harbor. Other dining options include a traditional pub, Asian café with all-day dining, and chic cocktail bar with a menu of light snacks and signature drinks.The hotel also features a Roman-style indoor pool, beautifully appointed with murals, soft lighting, and an adjacent spa tub. A two-level health club features a sundeck, massages and other spa services, and a well-equipped fitness center. The club offers access to non-guests, but membership is kept low to ensure guests never have to wait (or wait long) for equipment.

Insider Tip: An early-arrival lounge is available for guests who arrive before their rooms are ready.

Property Amenities

Located just south of The Rocks, Sydney's historic district, this high-rise hotel is also within easy walking distance of the city's Circular Quay, central business district, and Royal Botanic Gardens. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the hotel offer expansive views of the city, harbour, and surrounding areas. Inside the hotel, three restaurants, two bars, and a traditional Aussie pub offer a wealth of international flavors and dining styles. The in-house Beauty Center and Health Club features a 15-meter Roman-style pool, cardiovascular and strength-training machines, and massages and other spa services.

Shangri-La Sydney offers valet parking, a business center, wireless and high-speed Internet access (surcharges), and a huge selection of function rooms to suit small groups through to large-scale receptions.

    * 24-hour front desk
    * Air-conditioned public areas
    * Airport transportation (surcharge)
    * Audio-visual equipment
    * Ballroom(s)
    * Banquet facilities
    * Bar/lounge
    * Beauty services
    * Business center
    * Business services
    * Coffee in lobby
    * Coffee shop or cafe´
    * Complimentary newspapers in lobby
    * Computer rental
    * Concierge desk
    * Concierge services
    * Conference room(s)
    * Currency exchange

    * Doorman/doorwoman
    * Dry cleaning service
    * Elevator/lift
    * Event catering
    * Exhibit space
    * Fitness equipment
    * Hair salon
    * Health club
    * Internet access in public areas - high speed
    * Internet access in public areas - surcharge
    * Limo or Town Car service available
    * Massage - treatment room(s)
    * Medical assistance available
    * Multilingual staff
    * Parking (secure)
    * Parking (surcharge)
    * Parking (valet)
    * Patio

    * Porter/bellhop
    * Restaurant(s) in hotel
    * Room service (24 hours)
    * Safe-deposit box - front desk
    * Sauna
    * Secretarial services
    * Security guard
    * Shoe shine
    * Shopping on site
    * Spa services on site
    * Spa tub
    * Steam room
    * Swimming pool - indoor
    * Tour assistance
    * Translation services
    * Wedding services

Horizon Club Deluxe Darling Harbour View Room - Horizon benefits include daily buffet breakfast for two and complimentary evening cocktails from 6-8pm served in the exclusive Club lounge on level 30. Purser service, complimentary suit pressing and shoe shine and private check in and check out on the club floor and complimentary internet facilities in the lounge. Size (largest in the city), uninterrupted views, beautiful sunsets, marble bathrooms with a separate shower and bathtub.

Horizon Deluxe Grand Harbor View - With the comfort and amenities of Deluxe Rooms, plus exclusive Horizon Club privileges, these rooms are an excellent choice for the traveler who requires added personalized attention and services.

Horizon Club Deluxe Opera House View Room - Horizon benefits include daily buffet breakfast for two and complimentary evening cocktails from 6-8pm served in the exclusive Club lounge on level 30. Purser service, complimentary suit pressing and shoe shine and private check in and check out on the club floor and complimentary internet facilities in the lounge. Size (largest in the city), uninterrupted views of eastern Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House, marble bathrooms with a separate shower and bathtub.

Horizon Premier Grand Harbor View - With the comfort and amenities of Premier Rooms, plus exclusive Horizon Club privileges, these rooms are an excellent choice for the traveller who requires added personalized attention and services.

Deluxe Darling Harbour View Room - Size (largest in the city), uninterrupted views, beautiful sunsets, marble bathrooms with a separate shower and bathtub.

Deluxe Opera House View Room - Size (largest in the city), uninterrupted views of eastern Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House, marble bathrooms with a separate shower and bathtub.

Deluxe Grand Harbour View Room - Size (largest in the city), uninterrupted views of the main sights Sydney is known for - the full Sydney experience, marble bathrooms with a separate shower and bathtub.

Executive Grand Harbour View Suite - One Bedroom Suite, marble bathrooms with a separate shower and a bathtub with a view over Darling Harbour & beautiful sunsets, views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge & the Opera House from both bedroom and lounge area, can be combined with connecting Deluxe Grand Harbour View Room especially for families.

Premier Grand Harbour View Room - Size (largest in the city), uninterrupted views, beautiful sunrises, 2/3rd of the guest room has large sized windows marble bathrooms with a separate shower and bathtub.

Room Amenities:

    * Air conditioning
    * Bathrobes
    * Bathroom scale
    * Bathroom telephone
    * Blackout drapes
    * Bottled water in room (complimentary)
    * Cable/satellite TV
    * Child care (in room, surcharge)
    * Climate control
    * Clock radio
    * Coffee/tea maker
    * Cribs (infant beds) available
    * Designer toiletries

    * Direct-dial phone
    * Electronic/magnetic keys
    * Extra towels/bedding in room
    * Hair dryer
    * Housekeeping
    * Hypo-allergenic bedding available
    * In-room safe
    * Internet access - dial-up
    * Internet access - high speed
    * Internet access - surcharge
    * Iron/ironing board
    * Makeup mirror
    * Massage - available in room

    * Minibar
    * Multi-line phone
    * Non-smoking rooms
    * Pay movies
    * Premium bedding
    * Refrigerator
    * Rollaway beds
    * Sewing kit
    * Slippers
    * Turndown service
    * Voice mail
    * Wake-up calls

Japanese Restaurant on 36
This restaurant on the 36th floor offers authentic Japanese cuisine, a 16-seat sushi bar, and views of Sydney Harbour. Open for lunch and dinner.

The Rocks Teppanyaki
Guests can enjoy Teppan-style cuisine prepared on sizzling tableside grills at this restaurant on the hotel's first floor. Open for lunch and dinner.

Brasserie
This restaurant on the first floor offers buffet-style and à la carte service and a menu of modern Australian and international dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Lobby Lounge
This bar offers beverages and light snacks throughout the day, along with live piano music in the evening.

Horizons Bar
Cocktails and lighter meals are served in a club-like setting on the hotel's 36th floor.

Harts Pub
This traditional Aussie pub is noted for its lively atmosphere, pub fare, and variety of beers on tap. Open for lunch and dinner.

Gloucester Street Pantry
Pastries, coffee drinks, and gourmet sandwiches and salads are served throughout the day at this street-level café.

Cafe Mix
Located on level one. Open-theatre kitchen presenting à la carte and modern buffet selections from China, Japan, Malaysia, India, and Thailand. Also serves seafood and popular European dishes. Breakfast buffet includes fresh juices, freshly baked pastries, tropical fruits, jumbo pancakes, and hot breakfast favourites from the west and Asia. Open until late.

Lobby Lounge
Located on ground level. Relaxed atmosphere. Serves refreshments. From late afternoon, cocktails and other drinks available against a backdrop of live piano music. Light menu options include vegetarian dishes. Open from early morning till late, Monday-Saturday, and from mid morning till late on Sunday.