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A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape, two chairs, and a small table with glasses.
A spacious atrium with a central bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a checkered floor pattern.
A pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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16 Phillip Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Harbour Bridge View

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with cushions, a small table, and a view of a bridge.

1 King Harbour Bridge View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 2 Double Classic East Harbour View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

2 Double Classic East Harbour View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic Opera House View

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a city view.

1 King Classic Opera House View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 2 Double Classic Harbour Bridge View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

2 Double Classic Harbour Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite Bridge View

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, marble walls, and a small vase with flowers.

1 King 1 Bedroom Suite Bridge View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 2 Double 1 Bedroom Suite Bridge View

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, marble walls, and a small vase with flowers.

2 Double 1 Bedroom Suite Bridge View

  • Harbour view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Governor Opera Suite Club Lounge Access

A modern hotel room with a dining area featuring a round table, chairs, and a view of the Sydney Opera House.

1 King Governor Opera Suite Club Lounge Access

  • Harbour view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite Opera House View

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, marble walls, and a small vase with flowers.

1 King 1 Bedroom Suite Opera House View

  • Harbour view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and a view of a historic building.

1 King Classic Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite City View

Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

1 King 1 Bedroom Suite City View

  • City view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite Opera View Club Lounge Access

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, marble walls, and a small vase with flowers.

1 King 1 Bedroom Suite Opera View Club Lounge Access

  • Harbour view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic Club Lounge Access

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a view of the city, a round table, and a chair.

1 King Classic Club Lounge Access

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic Opera House View High Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a city view.

1 King Classic Opera House View High Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic East Harbour View Club Lounge Access

Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

1 King Classic East Harbour View Club Lounge Access

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic Opera House View Club Lounge Access

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a city view.

1 King Classic Opera House View Club Lounge Access

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Royal Opera Suite Club Intercontinental Access

A hotel room with a large round table, modern chairs, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of a cityscape and harbor.

1 King Royal Opera Suite Club Intercontinental Access

  • Harbour view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, East Harbour View (High Floor)

Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, East Harbour View (High Floor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage View)

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage View) | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage View)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, East Harbour View (High Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, East Harbour View (High Floor)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Heritage View)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Heritage View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Classic East Harbour View

Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

1 King Classic East Harbour View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

InterContinental Sydney by IHG

2 restaurants, an indoor pool and 2 bars/lounges are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a fitness centre, a sauna and valet parking.
InterContinental Sydney by IHG offers 509 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at InterContinental Sydney by IHG. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Circular Quay. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 2 bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at one of the 2 restaurants, or stop for a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Steps from Circular Quay and 5 minutes on foot from Government House
InterContinental Sydney by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury InterContinental Sydney by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of InterContinental Sydney by IHG was completed in October 2022.

This 5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
The Conservatory – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Open daily.
The Treasury Bar – This bar serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Aster – On-site rooftop bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Valet parking on site (AUD 89 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 55 for adults and AUD 29 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Aster
  • The Conservatory
  • The Treasury Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • On the bay

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 31 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1851
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 110.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately AUD 55 for adults and from AUD 29 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 89.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 110.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

InterContinental Hotel Sydney
InterContinental Sydney
Sydney InterContinental
Intercontinental Sydney Hotel Sydney
InterContinental Sydney Hotel
InterContinental Sydney
InterContinental Sydney by IHG Hotel
InterContinental Sydney an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Sydney by IHG Sydney
InterContinental Sydney by IHG Hotel Sydney

InterContinental Sydney by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1016 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and hotel was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amardip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in an excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Lives up to the 5 star standard.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Plenty of dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast great, view amazing, staff fantastic
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable room. Great location near train station, wharf, Opera House and gardens. The pool was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot fault this stay. From comfort to facilitaties, location and service. Gorgeous views from the Aster Bar level 32 and from the indoor heated pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had room service for dinner and breakfast, and both were excellent. Room 1125 is amazing, with a view of the Harbour Bridge
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place very near Opera House, shops and restaurants. Only downside is can’t get coffee before 7am at hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with spectacular views of Sydney,
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff! Great location and spacious bedroom. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Violeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located for everyone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina and Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our first trip to Sydney and a large part of that experience is based upon our stay at the Intercontinental. It's proximity to the harbour and all activities of interest coupled with the excellence of the property itself was a true comfort.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front line and concierge staff were super helpful and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay all round
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was superb, the room was extremely comfortable and the staff was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff was very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa Lavina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect location for our first visit to Sydney. Central spot to stay, which was great from which to access all of the attractions. The staff were very helpful and the room was lovely, with a comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property near the opera house and cruise port
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great food and service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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