“A grand traditional hotel, housed in a red-brick building from 1890. Think glittering chandeliers & an impressive collection of art & antiques, plus crackling fireplaces & big beds in spacious suites. A swimming pool, restaurant & whisky bar add to the appeal, and the high teas are terrific.”

Recommended for

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Murder mystery dinners and magician's soirées are regularly held — perfect for those with a sense of the dramatic!
  • Romantic Break

    • A romantic choice for fans of classic style, with glittering chandeliers, antique-filled spaces & a great whisky bar
  • Great walks

    • Stroll around the Royal Botanic Gardens — just across the road — to admire dazzling flora from around the world
  • Weddings

    • A wonderful venue for classical weddings or conferences, with multiple event spaces oozing old-school charm
  • Museums

    • The Museum of Sydney and the Justice & Police Museum have fascinating exhibitions about the history and culture of the city
  • Antiques

    • Housing one of the largest personal collections of art and antiques in Australia, gathered from the owners' travels
  • Restaurant

    • Savour big buffet breakfasts & delicous dinners in The Dining Room; the elaborate high teas are a hotel tradition
  • Historic

    • Built in 1890, the Federation building once housed the Sydney Health Department
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    • Most rooms have small Juliet balconies
  • Child friendly

    • Dedicated children's high tea menu
  • Conference facilities

    • Multiple smart event spaces
  • Designer

  • Colonial

  • Family Suites

  • Quiet

  • Learning

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Local markets

  • Opulent

  • Traditional

  • Grand Hotel

  • Artworks

  • Cycling

  • Landmark

  • Golf

  • Gym

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Business Hotel

  • Designer Shopping

  • Luxury

  • Close to nightlife

  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Air conditioning

  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms

    33 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Savour big buffet breakfasts & delicous dinners in The Dining Room; the elaborate high teas are a hotel tradition
  • Bar

    The Highlander Whisky Bar boasts an impressive selection of whisky, as well as a realxed pub-style dining menu
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    Most rooms have small Juliet balconies
  • Child friendly

    Dedicated children's high tea menu
  • Conference facilities

    Multiple smart event spaces
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor swimming pool
  • Meeting Room

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Cots available

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Airport transfer

  • Fireplace

  • Family Suites

  • No pets

  • Private dining room

  • Not suitable for disabled guests

  • Games room

  • Good wine list

  • Babysitting

  • Lift

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Suites

  • Parking

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Business Centre

  • Bath robes

Activities

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Murder mystery dinners and magician's soirées are regularly held — perfect for those with a sense of the dramatic!
  • Great walks

    • Stroll around the Royal Botanic Gardens — just across the road — to admire dazzling flora from around the world
  • Museums

    • The Museum of Sydney and the Justice & Police Museum have fascinating exhibitions about the history and culture of the city
  • Theatre

    • Catch a fantastic performance at the iconic Sydney Opera House, which is very close by
  • Learning

  • Local markets

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Designer Shopping

  • Close to nightlife

Map & Location

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