Sydney
The best hotels for a Sydney staycation this summer
Sydney feels most Sydney in the warmer months. And to make the most of summer, why not become a tourist in your own town?
- by Katherine Scott
★★★½
Hotel reviews
Central Sydney hotel gets a new life (again)
This property has gone through several iterations, previously as a Travelodge before becoming a Mercure and now a Novotel after a $20 million revamp.
- by Craig Platt
★★★★
Hotel reviews
New Sydney hotel is a stellar stay for work or pleasure
Citadines Walker is a good choice if you have business in North Sydney, but the quality of public transport nearby means you don’t need to linger.
- by Jim Darby
★★★★½
Hotel reviews
The verdict on iconic Sydney hotel’s $70 million revamp
Expectations have been great that the Sofitel Wentworth’s owners should at last dig deep and restore it to its once near-supermodel status.
- by Anthony Dennis
Australia’s great new hike is just 90 minutes from Sydney
The beauty of the Grand Cliff Top Walk is that it can be done in bite-size chunks, so hikers can join the walk for as long as they choose.
- by Julie Miller
★★★★
Ship reviews
This ship’s claim to offer the best dining at sea is no idle boast
Regatta doesn’t have the expensive finishes and furnishings of a luxury ship, but cleverly creates an indulgent air.
- by Brian Johnston
Sydney landmark hotel reveals its $70 million facelift
The storied Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reopens after a $70 million top-to-toe refurbishment.
- by Julietta Jameson
Back on top: Sydney voted world’s best city
The Harbour City has received the highest accolade in Condé Nast Traveller UK’s coveted Readers’ Choice Awards. But our visitor numbers tell a different story.
- by Katherine Scott
★★★½
Hotel reviews
This no-frills bush retreat just got a luxe upgrade
Eco wellness stay Billabong Retreat just got a flush $1.5 million revamp – but there are a few telling signs it’s stayed true to its modest roots.
- by Katherine Scott
★★★★
Hotel reviews
This ’80s Sydney hotel’s $30 million revamp revives seaside suburb
The retro resort’s refurbishment has given holidaymakers a new reason to plan a break in Manly.
- by Anthony Dennis
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