The Best Hotels Closest to Sydney Observatory in Sydney for 2026

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A modern interior with a central open space, benches, hanging lights, and a view of an outdoor area with plants and tables.

A bar area with a long counter, various bottles, and decorative items.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract painting.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a clock tower and high-rise buildings. There is a round table with books and a lamp.

1. Capella Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 0.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Mercedes

A table set for two with a view of a cityscape and water in the background.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a framed artwork.

A modern hotel lobby with a staircase, indoor plants, and a bar area.

A modern bar with a wooden counter and shelves of bottles.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

The Rocks, 0.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Rohit

A historic building with a classical facade, large windows, and a flag.

A dining room with a table set for four, a waiter, and a child with a teddy bear.

A gym with multiple treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk, and a vase of flowers.

3. Paradox Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 0.8 km from Sydney Observatory

Emory

Three white bottles with black pumps and labels, mounted on a wall in a bathroom setting.

A large indoor swimming pool with a starry ceiling, lounge chairs, and a spa area.

A spacious living room with a round coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, and a red armchair. Large windows offer a view of greenery and buildings.

4. The Langham, Sydney

0.2 km from Sydney Observatory

Indra

A modern restaurant with a view of the city skyline, featuring high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate seating area, a vanity with a large mirror, and a television.

A modern hotel bathroom with dual sinks, large mirrors, and a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble columns, and modern seating arrangements.

5. The Darling at the Star

Pyrmont, 1.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Richard

A modern room with a round marble table, large windows with a city skyline view, and a curved ceiling.

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs and a seating area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a large window with a city view, and a pendant light.

A modern kitchen with black cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

6. Adina Sydney Town Hall

1.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Andrew

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, a metal ladder, and a view of a gym area.

A rooftop terrace with a view of city buildings, a table with chairs, and a railing.

A large, rectangular building with a central tower and multiple windows. It is located at a street corner with a sidewalk and a crosswalk.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, multiple seating areas, and a decorative floor pattern.

7. The Grace Hotel

Sydney Central Business District, 1.1 km from Sydney Observatory

Crystal

A grand staircase with red carpet and black and white checkered steps, leading to an ornate ceiling with a central emblem marked '99'.

A spacious living room with a city view, featuring a round coffee table, sofas, and a large window.

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, a grand entrance, and a modern chandelier.

8. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1 km from Sydney Observatory

Chris

A night view from a balcony with a cityscape, including a bridge and waterfront buildings.

A spacious atrium with a central bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a checkered floor pattern.

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape, two chairs, and a small table with glasses.

A modern living room with a large window offering a cityscape view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

9. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

Sydney Central Business District, 0.8 km from Sydney Observatory

Stephanie

A modern restaurant interior with round tables, wooden chairs, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A hotel room with a balcony, a round table with two chairs, a sofa, and a view of tall buildings.

A bar area with multiple hanging pendant lights, a counter with a white surface, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A modern lobby with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows.

10. Song Hotel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 2 km from Sydney Observatory

Ivy Camille

A modern building with a curved facade, a visible entrance, and a street sign indicating "Union Ln."

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a city skyline, and a city park visible through the window.

A cityscape view from a balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and modern buildings.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, seating with round tables, and a patterned floor.

11. Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour

Pyrmont, 1.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Philip

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a view of the Sydney Opera House.

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a body of water and the Sydney Opera House at sunset.

A waterfront hotel with a view of the Sydney Opera House and a marina.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a dining area with chairs. A large window offers a view of the Sydney Opera House.

12. Park Hyatt Sydney

The Rocks, 0.6 km from Sydney Observatory

Daniel

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a bar area.

A long, ornate dining area with a central aisle, wooden tables, and a patterned floor.

A theater with a marquee reading "COWING" and a sign stating "MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM ALL OF US AT THE STATE THEATRE."

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a seating area with a chair.

13. QT Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1.3 km from Sydney Observatory

Qun

A dimly lit restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and round tables with stools.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A public square with a central water feature, steps leading to a monument, and surrounding greenery.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

14. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery

Sydney Central Business District, 1.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Ana

A modern indoor swimming pool with a sleek, curved ceiling design and a clear, blue pool.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass railing, seating area, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel entrance with a staircase leading up to a glass door, a prominent sign reading "SKYE SUITES", and a view into the interior with seating areas.

15. SKYE Suites Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 1 km from Sydney Observatory

Candice

A table set for dinner with a view of a cityscape and a body of water.

A person sitting by a window with a city view, holding a glass of wine.

A family of three on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with a large cruise ship and the Sydney Opera House.

A table set for a formal event with a city view, including a bridge and buildings.

16. Shangri-La Sydney

The Rocks, 0.2 km from Sydney Observatory

Kathy

A deck with a sofa and potted plants, overlooking a city skyline and a bridge.

A dining area with tables set for a formal event, overlooking a river with a bridge in the background.

A table with crystal glasses, a candle, and a vase with flowers, reflecting a modern building with large windows and a metal structure in the background.

A table set for a wedding reception with a view of a bridge and cityscape.

17. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

0.7 km from Sydney Observatory

Matthew

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape and a famous opera house.

A multi-level atrium with a glass ceiling, circular light fixtures, and a modern architectural design.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and large windows.

18. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Central Business District, 0.6 km from Sydney Observatory

Janice

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, columns, and a red car parked in front.

A round dining table with six chairs, surrounded by a wooden panel wall and large windows.

A swimming pool with a city view, large windows, and a skylight.

A grand hotel lobby with a central staircase, marble columns, and multiple floors.

19. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Sydney Central Business District, 1.4 km from Sydney Observatory

Ajit

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of a garden.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern building with a geometric facade and a ground-level cafe area.

20. West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton

Sydney Central Business District, 0.9 km from Sydney Observatory

Alfonso

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Capella Sydney	9.8 Exceptional 419 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 2,267 reviews	View
Paradox Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 2,130 reviews	View
The Langham, Sydney	9.6 Exceptional 999 reviews	View
The Darling at the Star	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Sydney Observatory Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

8/10 Good

"Mum and daughter trip. The elevator was not working when we checked in so we opted to climb the stairs to our room. The room was amazing with glimpses of Darling Harbour. Fantastic location — we had a great stroll around the area and grabbed some dinner. Unfortunately we got stuck in the lift for 45 minutes coming back from dinner and on the way to check out the pool. Website that day had said they were having problems with the lifts so this was not totally unexpected. Staff were amazing and kept up informed about what was happening during the whole time. We have a great story to tell from the trip."

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service throughout the hotel"

The Grace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the Grace Hotel. We got a room upgrade which was fab. The main area of the foyer is gorgeous art deco. We stayed in a deluxe room on the 8th floor and it was modern, very comfortable and spotlessly clean with a great bathroom. The staff were friendly and very helpful."

Paradox Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is beautiful and comfortable. I would definitely stay there again."

Little National Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Modern, clean, quiet and an excellent location."

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is clean and well-maintained. What I liked most is that it’s connected to a heritage building, which makes the stay unique and interesting. It’s a lovely place to explore and discover a bit of history!"

The York by Swiss-Belhotel International

8/10 Good

"The location was excellent for walking to sightseeing spots along the water front, shopping along George St and accessing public transport. My family loved the swimming pool and spa facilities. Front desk was very helpful. The room was spacious and immaculate. Beautiful city views out of the balcony. I really appreciated the full kitchen and also washing machine + dryer. On the downside, however, the carpet was a bit tired. We found debris floated down from the A/C unit in the living room, which was very noticeable on the white sheets of the sofa bed below. The filters probably needed changing. The toilet cistern broke down on Saturday night, and had to be manually sprung back during the rest of the weekend (while maintenance wasn't available)."

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was lovely. Very quiet and clean. All the necessary toiletries, equipment and safe. Got upgraded and had view over Sydney Harbour Bridge. Best thing about this hotel is it's location which is second to none if you are wanting to be near all the touristy things. Breakfast superb with everything you could possibly wish for. Bed very comfy and huge. Sylvesters restaurant was excellent and very good value with our $50 off voucher. Very good value too for a top rate hotel."

The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sydney Observatory?

Sydney Observatory is located in a scenic area of Sydney known for its renowned opera house and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 465 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Sydney Observatory?

Adjacent to Sydney Observatory, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Shangri-La Sydney and Hyatt Regency Sydney.

How many hotels will I find near Sydney Observatory?

Expedia has 465 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sydney Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sydney Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Sydney Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sydney Observatory?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Sydney Observatory, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Sydney Observatory?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art, Australian National Maritime Museum, or Hyde Park Barracks Museum. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Macquarie Street, and State Library of New South Wales are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Sydney Observatory. You can check out the local talent at Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal, and Sydney Lyric Theatre.

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Our top choices for Sydney Observatory hotels

1. Capella Sydney

2. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

3. Paradox Sydney

4. The Langham, Sydney

5. The Darling at the Star

6. Adina Sydney Town Hall

7. The Grace Hotel

8. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

9. InterContinental Sydney by IHG

10. Song Hotel Sydney

11. Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour

12. Park Hyatt Sydney

13. QT Sydney

14. The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery

15. SKYE Suites Sydney

16. Shangri-La Sydney

17. Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

18. Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

19. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

20. West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton

Compare popular hotels close to Sydney Observatory

Top Sydney Observatory Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

The Grace Hotel

Paradox Sydney

Little National Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The York by Swiss-Belhotel International

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney

Other attractions near Sydney Observatory

Argyle Place

SH Ervin Gallery

King George V Sport & Recreation Centre

Argyle Cut

The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre

Susannah Place Museum

Roslyn Packer Theatre

Sydney Theatre

Frequently asked questions