Swissotel Sydney is on Market Street, in the middle of the central business district, with 369 rooms and a shopping mall on site. Its location is hard to beat for city-centre convenience: the State Theatre and Westfield are a one-minute walk, Sydney Tower Eye and the Queen Victoria Building around two, Pitt Street Mall two, and Town Hall station about four. St James station is five minutes away, Circular Quay station about fourteen, and the airport a drive of around 27 minutes. The hotel has an outdoor pool with free cabanas and sun loungers, access to a nearby indoor pool, a full-service spa with five treatment rooms and a sauna, and a 24-hour gym. Dining includes Arches on Market, ONE and Ten Stories, along with a bar and a coffee shop. There is also 24-hour room service, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and valet and off-site parking for a daily fee. A business centre, eight meeting rooms and a ballroom make it a popular choice for corporate travellers, and the 5-star level of service is reflected in the price.
Why stay here
If you want to shop, see a show at the State Theatre or have Sydney Tower Eye as a neighbour, the Market Street address works very well. You are in the middle of the grid of the city centre, with train and light-rail connections, and with the Rocks, Circular Quay and Darling Harbour all within a pleasant walk or short ride. For a city break that includes theatre, dining and retail, it is more convenient than the harbour hotels, and for business visitors it offers conference space and a reliable level of service.
Planning
The pool is outdoor with cabanas, so check the season and hours, and the indoor pool access is at a nearby property. Dining is in-house, but the cafes, laneway bars and restaurants of the CBD give plenty of alternatives, and the Strand Arcade is steps away for coffee and browsing. Parking is expensive, so most visitors rely on trains, light rail and walking. Weekday hours are busy with office workers, while evenings and Sundays are quieter in the CBD than in the harbour precincts. Book early when major events are on, as rates rise.
Who it suits and trade-offs
Business travellers, shoppers, theatre-goers and visitors who want a central luxury base. The trade-off is that the CBD has less of the waterfront atmosphere and historic character of the Rocks or the beach feel of Bondi and Manly, and the Opera House is a longer walk or a short train ride. If your priority is the harbour, choose a Circular Quay or Darling Harbour hotel; if you want spa facilities and city convenience, Swissotel is a strong choice.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool with cabanas
- ✓Full-service spa and sauna
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Three on-site restaurants
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Business centre
- ✓Steps from Sydney Tower Eye
Good questions
What is nearby?+
Sydney Tower Eye, the Queen Victoria Building, Pitt Street Mall and the State Theatre are all within about two minutes on foot, and Town Hall station is about four.
Does Swissotel Sydney have a pool and spa?+
Yes. There is an outdoor pool with free cabanas, access to a nearby indoor pool, a full-service spa with a sauna and a 24-hour gym. Check hours when you book.
How far is the airport?+
About 27 minutes by car. Trains from the nearby stations are another option.
