EMPTYJET RecommendBest in AustraliaThe Guests' — N° 668 of 777
Capella Sydney
Sydney · Australia
94.0EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$from ~$629 / night
- City
- couples
- city breaks
EMPTYJET ApprovedEMPTYJET rank #771
InterContinental Sydney
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16,835 guest reviews analysed
16 Phillip Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, AU
Distinctions
Forbes Travel Guide- Industry awards
Advisor network
Card travel programme
EMPTYJET Consensus
82.7 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 16,835 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google, Booking.com, Ihg, Trip.com and Priceline.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- business
- city breaks
- food & wine
- couples
About InterContinental Sydney
InterContinental Sydney is a 4-star hotel with 509 rooms and 28 suites, located in Sydney, Australia. The property features several dining options including The Conservatory Restaurant, The Treasury, and Aster. Guests have access to amenities such as an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and valet parking. The Aster bar is situated on the rooftop, providing a notable setting for drinks. The hotel is part of the InterContinental brand and has received a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended rating for 2026.
This centrally located hotel is suitable for both business and leisure travellers, offering a variety of dining venues and practical amenities for a comfortable stay.
Why it stands out
EMPTYJET lists InterContinental Sydney as an EMPTYJET property for its central Sydney location, 4-star classification, and Forbes Travel Guide Recommended rating for 2026. The hotel is part of the InterContinental collection and offers multiple dining options and amenities, making it a reliable choice for travellers.
Key facts
- Official classification
- 5-star (google_maps)
- Keys
- 509 rooms · 28 suites
- Brand
- InterContinental
- Check-in / out
- 15:00 / 11:00
- Type
- City
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Swimming pool — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Indoor swimming pool
Dining
- Multiple restaurants — The Conservatory Restaurant; The Treasury; Aster
- Bar — Aster Located on Level 32 upon the hotel’s coveted rooftop space
Services
- Valet parking — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Valet parking
Wellness
- Fitness centre — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Fitness centre
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
- Forbes Travel GuideRecommended2026
- World Travel AwardsWinner · Oceania's Leading Business Hotel2024
- American ExpressFine Hotels + Resorts
- VirtuosoMember
- American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts
Location
-33.8629, 151.2123Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
- Official brand / collection siteBrand17 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider2 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia1 field
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