Top 10 Hotels Near Sydney Observatory in Sydney for 2026

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A modern interior with a central open space, benches, hanging lights, and a view of an outdoor area with plants and tables.

A large indoor swimming pool with white columns, sunlit ceiling, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract painting.

A bar area with a long counter, various bottles, and decorative items.

1. Capella Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 0.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Mercedes

P39,482

P43,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A table set for two with a view of a cityscape and water in the background.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a framed artwork.

A modern bar with a wooden counter and shelves of bottles.

A room with a large window offering a view of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

The Rocks, 0.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Paul

P17,069

P18,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a central round coffee table, sofas, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern meeting room with large windows, a conference table, and chairs.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a view of the cityscape, and modern buildings.

A modern living room with large windows, a round coffee table, and a sofa.

3. Little National Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 0.7 km from Sydney Observatory

NIGEL

P13,121

P14,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A large indoor swimming pool with a starry ceiling, lounge chairs, and a spa area.

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a glass of champagne on a glass table.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, marble flooring, and modern furniture.

4. The Langham, Sydney

0.2 km from Sydney Observatory

Indra

P16,112

P17,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A historic building with a classical facade, large windows, and a flag.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk, and a vase of flowers.

A gym with multiple treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

A dining room with a table set for four, a waiter, and a child with a teddy bear.

5. Paradox Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 0.8 km from Sydney Observatory

Emory

P12,842

P14,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern restaurant with a view of the city skyline, featuring high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned wall.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble columns, and modern seating arrangements.

A modern hotel bathroom with dual sinks, large mirrors, and a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate seating area, a vanity with a large mirror, and a television.

6. The Darling at the Star

Pyrmont, 1.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Richard

P12,722

P13,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, a metal ladder, and a view of a gym area.

A rooftop terrace with a view of city buildings, a table with chairs, and a railing.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, multiple seating areas, and a decorative floor pattern.

A large, rectangular building with a central tower and multiple windows. It is located at a street corner with a sidewalk and a crosswalk.

7. The Grace Hotel

Sydney Central Business District, 1.1 km from Sydney Observatory

Joseph

P11,725

P12,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern room with a round marble table, large windows with a city skyline view, and a curved ceiling.

A modern kitchen with black cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs and a seating area.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

8. Adina Sydney Town Hall

1.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Andrew

P12,848

P14,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A grand staircase with red carpet and black and white checkered steps, leading to an ornate ceiling with a central emblem marked '99'.

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, a grand entrance, and a modern chandelier.

An architectural corridor with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

A spacious living room with a city view, featuring a round coffee table, sofas, and a large window.

9. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1 km from Sydney Observatory

Chris

P13,918

P15,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A night view from a balcony with a cityscape, including a bridge and waterfront buildings.

A modern living room with a large window offering a cityscape view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

A pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape, two chairs, and a small table with glasses.

10. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 0.8 km from Sydney Observatory

Stephanie

P15,913

P17,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A dimly lit restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and round tables with stools.

A public square with a central water feature, steps leading to a monument, and surrounding greenery.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

11. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Ana

P10,489

P11,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern building with a curved facade, a visible entrance, and a street sign indicating "Union Ln."

A bar area with a wine and liquor display, a black refrigerator, and three bar stools.

A cityscape view from a balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and modern buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a city skyline, and a city park visible through the window.

12. Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour

Pyrmont, 1.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Philip

P9,053

P9,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a bar area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a seating area with a chair.

A long, ornate dining area with a central aisle, wooden tables, and a patterned floor.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a vanity with a sink and countertop.

13. QT Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.3 km from Sydney Observatory

Qun

P13,958

P15,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A table set for dinner with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

A table set for a formal event with a city view, including a bridge and buildings.

A cityscape with the Shindor Hotel and the Sydney Opera House.

A family of three on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with a large cruise ship and the Sydney Opera House.

14. Shangri-La Sydney

The Rocks, 0.2 km from Sydney Observatory

Kathy

P12,723

P13,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern indoor swimming pool with a sleek, curved ceiling design and a clear, blue pool.

A woman in a blue dress sitting on a wicker chair by a window with a view of greenery and a brick wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass railing, seating area, and a fireplace.

15. SKYE Suites Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1 km from Sydney Observatory

Candice

P14,343

P15,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a view of the Sydney Opera House.

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, armchair, and a dining area with a table and chairs. A large window offers a view of the Sydney Opera House.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a dining area with chairs. A large window offers a view of the Sydney Opera House.

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a body of water and the Sydney Opera House at sunset.

16. Park Hyatt Sydney

The Rocks, 0.6 km from Sydney Observatory

Daniel

P65,246

P71,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern bar area with a marble counter, black bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A spacious lobby with marble columns, seating areas, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A rooftop pool area with outdoor seating and a small garden.

A spacious living area with a green sofa, white armchairs, a marble coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

17. Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG

1.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Leo

P13,918

P15,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

A multi-level atrium with a glass ceiling, circular light fixtures, and a modern architectural design.

A modern lobby with a large wooden column, a circular seating area, and a glass facade.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape and a famous opera house.

18. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Central Business District, 0.6 km from Sydney Observatory

Janice

P13,918

P15,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A deck with a sofa and potted plants, overlooking a city skyline and a bridge.

A dining area with tables set for a formal event, overlooking a river with a bridge in the background.

A table with crystal glasses, a candle, and a vase with flowers, reflecting a modern building with large windows and a metal structure in the background.

A table set for a wedding reception with a view of a bridge and cityscape.

19. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

0.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Matthew

P15,514

P17,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, columns, and a red car parked in front.

A grand hotel lobby with a central staircase, marble columns, and multiple floors.

A luxurious interior with chandeliers, white floral arrangements, and candlelit displays.

A round dining table with six chairs, surrounded by a wooden panel wall and large windows.

20. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Sydney Central Business District, 1.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Ajit

P13,121

P14,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Sydney Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Capella Sydney	9.8 Exceptional 419 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 2,271 reviews	View
Little National Hotel Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Langham, Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 999 reviews	View
Paradox Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 2,135 reviews	View

Top Sydney Observatory Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

8/10 Good

"good for the price. convenient to convention center spa was room temp one of two elevators was out of order"

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Close to the city and opera house, all within walking distance. The Rocks is next door. Nice, light and spacious room."

The Grace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Grace never disappoints. Always friendly, convenient parking and spotlessly clean."

Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel and staff. Fantastic location, fabulous views."

Hyatt Regency Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. We had an incredible view of darling harbour and even got to watch the firework display from our room. We also had one of the best nights sleep due to the bed being extremely comfortable."

Paradox Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay very much. Loved the idea of choosing our pillows. Toiletries were very nice. High tea was lovely, and our interaction with the chef was unexpected, and appreciated. Room was quiet, as we had requested in advance, as theres a construction site right outside for the new metro station. We thought the staff were very professional and attentive. Room service food was of a good standard. We would definitely stay again."

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

10/10 Excellent

"They accommodated an early check in. Room had a great view. Wish we could of spent more time there."

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, comfy bed, pool great, spa wasn’t working on one day but all good the next day. Staff polite, location great. Overall good experience, would stay there again."

Little National Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Modern, clean, quiet and an excellent location."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sydney Observatory?

Sydney Observatory is located in a scenic area of Sydney known for its renowned opera house and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 465 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Sydney Observatory?

Adjacent to Sydney Observatory, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Shangri-La Sydney and Hyatt Regency Sydney.

How many hotels will I find near Sydney Observatory?

Expedia has 465 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sydney Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sydney Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Sydney Observatory.

What can I see and do near Sydney Observatory?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art, Australian National Maritime Museum, or Hyde Park Barracks Museum. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Macquarie Street, and State Library of New South Wales are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Sydney Observatory. You can check out the local talent at Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal, and Sydney Lyric Theatre.

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Our top choices for Sydney Observatory hotels

1. Capella Sydney

2. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

3. Little National Hotel Sydney

4. The Langham, Sydney

5. Paradox Sydney

6. The Darling at the Star

7. The Grace Hotel

8. Adina Sydney Town Hall

9. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

11. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery

12. Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour

13. QT Sydney

14. Shangri-La Sydney

15. SKYE Suites Sydney

16. Park Hyatt Sydney

17. Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG

18. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

19. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

20. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

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Top Sydney Observatory Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

The Grace Hotel

Shangri-La Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Paradox Sydney

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Little National Hotel Sydney

Other attractions near Sydney Observatory

Argyle Place

SH Ervin Gallery

King George V Sport & Recreation Centre

Argyle Cut

The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre

Susannah Place Museum

Roslyn Packer Theatre

Sydney Theatre

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