Sydney Tourist Guide

Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts

Crowne Plaza, located in major markets worldwide, is THE Place to Meet. Whether it's a group meeting in the hotel, a one-on-one meeting with a colleague or clients, or a getaway with a loved one or friends, Crowne Plaza is the hotel for people who value the energy and positive interactions that take place when people come together. With its wide variety of premium services and amenities, including fully-appointed guest rooms with ample work space, full complement of business services, excellent dining choices, quality fitness facilities and comprehensive meeting capabilities, Crowne Plaza and its associates exceed guest expectations by providing the right room, the right technology and the right service to make every stay relaxing, invigorating, stimulating and filled with positive interactions.

Radisson Plaza Hotel
Sydney Hotel Offers Full Service and Ideal Location

Radisson Plaza Hotel Sydney is an intimate, boutique style, five-star hotel housed within a stunning heritage-listed building located in the heart of Sydney. Originally built in the 1800's, the chic, calm and contemporary interior blends beautifully with the historical Hawkesbury sandstone facade.

Only got a few days in the emerald city of Sydney, in the fabled land 0f oz? Want no faff, no crap, just the best of the best? Well, who's your daddy? Luxe entries are all hand-picked from the lovely tree and the activities and shopping itineraries are mostly half-day so you can mix and match as you please. How damn convenient is that? So, go on, you big hunk o· spunk, take a nice, juicy bite…

When the sun shines and the sky is blue, which it very often is, this city is absolutely stunning. Svdneyites are spoilt for fabulous food, excellent shopping and hordes of great outdoor activities. Now, get out on that magnificent harbour and make it a visit to remember.
> taxis are cheap, but you'll often find you've been in town longer than the driver
.»- drivers rarely need or deserve tipping
.»- make sure you specify the suburb as well as the street or you'll be all over the joint
.»- spring: sept-nov can be chilly and changeable.
Summer: dec-jan is hot n' happening. There's no bad time to visit. Though feb is humid/rainy. Autumn: mar-may is blissful winter: jul-aug gets chilly. But has blue skies. Don't fret, with over 300 sunny days a year, you'll be fine and dandy
.»- events to watch for: tropfest short film festival last sun in feb itropfest.com; sydney to hobart race 26th dec; the fabulous annual new year's Eve harbour fireworks
.»- sydney is all about being outside, but in summer Don't use sunscreen, use sunblock
»- all indoor restaurants and bars are non-smoking
»- bring your photo id for club entry, unless you look so! .
»- it is essential to book everything way ahead in
Peak summer season (dec-jan), when many restaurants also close for holidays. That said, many popular restaurants don't take bookings
- find a nearby bar for the wait
»- swimming can be treacherous, so choose your beach to suit your ability (see activities)
»- it is dangerous to try and drown yourself purely for the sake of being rescued by a big chunk of a lifeguard. If, on the other hand, you are drowning, bondi has the best looking ones
»- country code is + 61 and 2 for sydney
»- emergency no. Is 000 for fire, ambulance or police

Three australian phrases that may be of use •••
How ya going? : hello/how are you?
Good on ya, mate: thanks awfully
There're plenty of white pointers out there today.
Ooh, what a lot of topless sunbathers on the beach today.

Accommodations

The Establishment Hotel
This restored warehouse boutique hip-ship in the cbd has sleek, urbane rooms and two penthouses in distinct colour schemes, light and airy or dark and vibe-tastic. Just by the harbour and bridge, it's a one-stop groove spot under one roof - home to smart est. Restaurant, hemmesphere bar, sushi-e and sexy tank nightclub.

Sydney Park Hyatt
Harbourfront dazzler in modern, neutral hues that let the views speak. Book rooms with full jawdropper iconic opera house vistas. More knockout scenery at harbourkitchen & bar, modest rooftop pool.

Blue
Refurbished old finger wharf, cool, chic oasis with a laid-back feel. Complete with pool, water bar, easy access to spa chakra and tasty otto and china doll.

Kathryn's on queen
Luxury b&b 20 queen st / woollahra

Doyles Palace Hotel
Surprisingly smart rooms, above the infamous seafood resto and pub, right on the water, 15 mins "from town. Awe-inspiring harbourview rooms or, for real peace and quiet, check out the 2/f rear ones with parkview.

Extended stays

Ozstays.
Huge selection of neat holiday rentals. You deal direct with each property.

Regents court hotel.
Stylish rooms with private kitchenette. Honour bar downstairs, luvvy-darling crowd, roof bbq, but slightly seedy surrounds.

Tracey mcardleat at di jones.
From ultra lavish harbourside pad with all mod cons to utilitarian flat.

Diamant
To fill sydney's boutique hotel void.

Ivy
The new mega hotel resto. Project from the establishment : gang. The arrival of a sister branch of hugo's bar pizza.