The Observatory Hotel
room89-113 Kent Street , 2000 SydneyConference hotel, 96 rooms, 4 meeting rooms, Capacity for up to 120 persons**, Largest meeting room 144,0 m²
- 18 kmDistance to the airport
Sydney 18 km *
- 1 kmDistance to the train station
Wynyard 1 km *
Hotel description
Welcome to the The Observatory Hotel...
Meet, get-together and celebrate at The Observatory Hotel, recently acknowledged as the best luxury hotel in Sydney and third in Australia in TripAdvisor 2012 Travellers’ Choice Awards.
Situated in the heart of Sydney city, this exclusive Orient-Express hotel occupies a historic site, adjacent to The Rocks precinct with easy access to the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the world famous Opera House and Darling Harbour.
The Observatory Hotel features 96 guest rooms and suites that are renowned for their classic elegance, exquisite fittings and intimate charm.
Reception and meeting facilities for upto 150 guests, offering personalized service and attention to detail that is second to none.
All function rooms are bathed in natural light and are attended to by a team of exceptional professional organizers.
There are many highlights of a stay at The Observatory Hotel. You could enjoy a pampering session in the Day Spa, a swim in the spectacular 20 metre swimming pool, a game of tennis on the hotel tennis court, a glass of wine with tapas at Globe Bar and Brasserie or a fine dining experience in Galileo Restaurant.
Payment options
Certifications
Hotel facilities
- keyboard_arrow_rightlift
- keyboard_arrow_rightlaundry service
- keyboard_arrow_righthotel safe
- keyboard_arrow_rightdiet menus
- keyboard_arrow_righthandicapped accessible
- keyboard_arrow_rightmeeting rooms
- keyboard_arrow_rightbusiness centre
- keyboard_arrow_rightparking
- keyboard_arrow_rightnight porter
- keyboard_arrow_rightWi-Fi
- keyboard_arrow_rightconcierge
- keyboard_arrow_rightpets accepted
- keyboard_arrow_rightExpress Check-in
- keyboard_arrow_rightExpress Checkout
- keyboard_arrow_rightMeeting lounge
- keyboard_arrow_rightBusiness Corner
- keyboard_arrow_rightHigh-Speed-Internet
- keyboard_arrow_rightMobile suitability
- keyboard_arrow_right24h reception
Hotel features/equipment
We speak
- keyboard_arrow_rightEnglish (GB)
- keyboard_arrow_rightGerman
- keyboard_arrow_rightSpanish
- keyboard_arrow_rightFrench
- keyboard_arrow_rightItalian
- keyboard_arrow_rightmee7request.languages.ar
- keyboard_arrow_rightmee7request.languages.ja-JP
- keyboard_arrow_rightmee7request.languages.zh-CN
Room features/equipment
Total number of rooms: 96
- keyboard_arrow_rightair conditioning
- keyboard_arrow_righttelephone
- keyboard_arrow_righthair dryer
- keyboard_arrow_rightminibar
- keyboard_arrow_rightterrace/balcony
- keyboard_arrow_rightsatellite / cable TV / radio
- keyboard_arrow_rightPay TV
- keyboard_arrow_rightwork desk
- keyboard_arrow_rightmake-up mirror
- keyboard_arrow_rightroom safe
- keyboard_arrow_rightsmoking rooms
- keyboard_arrow_rightnon-smoking rooms
- keyboard_arrow_righthandicapped accessible
- keyboard_arrow_rightvoice mail
- keyboard_arrow_rightcoffee / tea maker
- keyboard_arrow_rightbath robe
- keyboard_arrow_rightsmoke alarm
- keyboard_arrow_rightdisabled-friendly
- keyboard_arrow_rightSound proof windows
The Observatory Hotel is dedicated to providing the best of personal attention and client services in a distinctly cultivated and polished ambience.
An enclave of glamourous refinement, the beautifully detailed guestrooms and suites at The Observatory Hotel are designed to satisfy the needs and expectations of the most particular guest. The hotel offers a range of sophisticated accommodation options including 75 Deluxe Guestrooms, 8 Junior Suites, 12 One Bedroom Suites and the superior Presidential Suite.
Catering
- keyboard_arrow_rightRestaurant
- keyboard_arrow_rightBar
- keyboard_arrow_rightCasino
- keyboard_arrow_rightFireplace room
- keyboard_arrow_rightLibrary
Restaurant: Galileo Restaurant
Renowned for its imaginative, superb menu, Galileo Restaurant delights its clientele with innovative, contemporary Australian cuisine and extensive wine and beverage list
to complement.
Open for breakfast from 6.30am to 10.30am daily
Open for dinner from 6.30pm every Tuesday - Saturday
Bar : The Globe Bar & Brasserie
An all day brasserie and bar, The Globe specialises in dishes created from fresh, local
seasonal produce and is ideal for a light lunch or tapas dinner.
The Globe Bar & Brasserie also boasts Sydney’s finest Afternoon Tea, featuring sumptuous cakes and sandwiches presented on charming 3-tiered stands.
Sports and recreation at the hotel
- keyboard_arrow_rightIndoor pool
- keyboard_arrow_rightTennis court
- keyboard_arrow_rightSauna
- keyboard_arrow_rightSteam bath
- keyboard_arrow_rightMassage
- keyboard_arrow_rightWellness
- keyboard_arrow_rightFitness centre
- keyboard_arrow_rightBeauty
- keyboard_arrow_rightHealth Centre
Event rooms
Seating
| Room | m² | U-shape | Block | Banquet | Parlam. | Theatre | Bar tables | Chaircircle | Details |
| Corwallis Suite | 144,5 | 45 | 120 | 100 | 65 | 120 | 150 | --- | |
| Cornwallis One/Two | 72,25 | 20 | 40 | 40 | 20 | 40 | 50 | --- | |
| Drawing Room | 114,7 | 24 | 40 | 50 | 24 | 40 | 70 | --- | |
| Orient Room | 114,7 | 30 | 60 | 60 | 35 | 60 | 70 | --- |
Meeting rooms
From a board meeting, seminar, intimate cocktail party to a product launch or grand, formal wedding reception, at The Observatory Hotel, all function rooms are bathed in natural light and are attended to by a team of exceptional professional organisers. For events with a difference in a gracious, sophisticated ambience, choose The Observatory difference.
Meeting equipment
- keyboard_arrow_rightflip chart
- keyboard_arrow_rightsimultaneous interpretation
- keyboard_arrow_rightstage
- keyboard_arrow_rightbig screen
- keyboard_arrow_rightloudspeaker
- keyboard_arrow_rightTV set
- keyboard_arrow_rightmicrophone facilities
- keyboard_arrow_rightpodium
- keyboard_arrow_rightlectern
- keyboard_arrow_rightroom dividers
- keyboard_arrow_rightPin board
- keyboard_arrow_rightscreen
- keyboard_arrow_rightdimming
- keyboard_arrow_rightInternet access
- keyboard_arrow_rightDVD player
- keyboard_arrow_rightSound equipment
- keyboard_arrow_rightvideo conference
- keyboard_arrow_rightair conditioning
- keyboard_arrow_rightWi-Fi
- keyboard_arrow_rightHigh Speed Internet
- keyboard_arrow_rightFax
- keyboard_arrow_rightPrinter
- keyboard_arrow_rightLaser pointer
Meeting packages
Meeting package HB as of AUD 90,00
2 coffee breaks, lunch, meeting space and basic a,entities
Meeting package FB as of AUD 380,00
Room rate/breakfast incl., 2 coffee breaks, lunch & diner, meeting space and basic amenities
Room rate/breakfast incl. for meeting attendees per room
Single Room as of AUD 245 /per day
Double Room as of AUD 245 /per day
Programmes of activities, sights/attractions
1. Clocktower Square
2. Museum of Contemporary Art
3. Sydney Observatory
4. Sydney Opera House
5. Sydney Visitor Centre
6. The Rocks Discovery Museum
7. The Rocks Markets (Fri - Sun)
8. Walsh Bay History Walk
Location & directions
89 - 113 Kent Street
2000 Sydney
Tel.: +61 82485 210
Fax:: +61 82485 212
Email: email@observatoryhotel.com.au
From Sydney Airport: 18km - 30 minutes by car
From nearest railway station (Wynyard): 1km - 8 minute walk
From the Overseas Passenger Terminal: 1.5km - 10 minute walk
From Circular Quay Ferry Terminal: 1.5km - 10 minute walk
Distances and connections:
- keyboard_arrow_rightSydney: 18 km
- keyboard_arrow_rightWynyard: 1 km