Sydney

Destination guide

Japan, Hungary, Turkey – all these countries love public baths. Australia is finally getting in on the act.

Australia’s two biggest cities are finally addressing a shortage in visitor beds, with serious design credentials to boot.

With two youngsters in tow, the city requires a different approach – and a new perspective unveils a very different place.

Sydney feels most Sydney in the warmer months. And to make the most of summer, why not become a tourist in your own town?

This property has gone through several iterations, previously as a Travelodge before becoming a Mercure and now a Novotel after a $20 million revamp.

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.

Expectations have been great that the Sofitel Wentworth’s owners should at last dig deep and restore it to its once near-supermodel status.

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.

Regatta doesn’t have the expensive finishes and furnishings of a luxury ship, but cleverly creates an indulgent air.

The storied Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reopens after a $70 million top-to-toe refurbishment.