Tourism Australia

The Rocks is the oldest part of Sydney, as we know it. This was the first part to be colonised, and still has some of the country’s oldest buildings. It’s also very beautiful. And not just because of its position on the harbour, with incredible views of the whole blue sparkling swathe of it, but also because of its honey sandstone buildings, cobbled streets and tiny, steep laneways. Which are where you’ll find some of the best hotels in The Rocks - enjoying those views accompanied by a cocktail or two. Or a beer in one of the pubs dating back to the era of convicts and settlers.

Tourism Australia

The Rocks feels very different to Sydney’s CBD, just up George Street, it has boutiques and pubs rather than ‘retail opportunities’ and wine bars. And when it comes to landmarks, The Rocks has a couple of corkers: only the Sydney Harbour Bridge, with a pylon in The Rocks and another on Milsons Point, by Luna Park, and the wonderful Sydney Observatory. It also has a couple of restored houses: Cadman’s Cottage, which is a colonial cottage, Susannah Place, which is a row of four terrace houses, and the Colonial House Museum. The Rocks Market on the weekend is excellent, as is pretty much every offering by the Sydney Theatre Company. And there are plenty of places to eat and drink.

This is a really charming part of town to stay in, and the kind of place out-of-town Australians want to stay too. Plus you’re right by all the treats of Sydney harbour.

The 5 Best Hotels in The Rocks, Sydney

The Best Hotel Views in The Rocks

The Shangri-La Hotel towers over Sydney, offering magnificent views over the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Darling Harbour. A modern luxury classic, this is a the kind of large hotel to meet all your needs and more.

Pier One, on Walsh Bay, is right by one of the pillars of the Harbour Bridge, a large and luxurious hotel with spectacular harbour views and slick, nautical decor.

The Most Romantic Hotels in The Rocks

Sydney's Park Hyatt is a five star luxury classic in a fantastic spot at the end of Circular Quay beside the bridge and opposite the Opera House. As well as opulent decor and a range of room styles, the Park Hyatt has a heated rooftop pool and fully equipped gym and spa.

Rendezvous Hotels Sydney, The Rocks is a collection of chic rooms, suites and apartments converted into a smart design hotel. You overlook the Opera House from the pool and hot tub, plus there’s a sauna and fitness centre.

The Langham, Sydney is elegant and luxurious and well located. You’ve a choice of dining and drinking options in house, plus there’s a fitness suite and a pool.

If you haven’t found your idea of the best hotels in The Rocks on our Guru’s list of the 5 Best Hotels in The Rocks you could:

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Sydney?
• Or consider our Guru’s collection of the 7 Best Hotels on Sydney Harbour? or the Best Hotels in Bondi? or the Best Hotels in Darlinghurst? or the Best Hotels in Manly?
• Or you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.

The 5 Best Hotels in The Rocks, Sydney

 

Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

posted Thursday, 25th April 2019