Description
Q1.  Observatory Hotel Sydney was first opened in ...
1993
Q2.  When was the hotel last renovated?
2003
Q3.  What is the total number of rooms available?
96
Q4.  How many guest floors are available?
4

Facilities
Q1.  Is private parking available?
Yes, at AU$30 for overnight parking.
Q2.  Are the guest floors at Observatory Hotel Sydney provided with lifts/elevators?
Yes.
Q3.  Are there facilities available for Internet Access?
Yes.
Q4.  Is the front desk at the property open 24 hrs a day?
Yes.
Q5.  Is there a tourist area within easy reach of the hotel?
Yes. Our hotel is located in Rocks area of Sydney, 10 minutes to Circular Quay and 15 minutes walk to the Opera House. We are directly across the Observatory Hill offering 180 degree views of Sydney Harbour and the city.
Q6.  Is your hotel children-friendly?
Yes.
Q7.  Can I request baby cots?
Yes, baby cot could be requested at no charge.
Q8.  Are babysitting services available?
Yes, rates will be advised upon request.
Q9.  Are pets welcome at the establishment?
No.

Rooms
Q1.  What are the differences between the room types?(If there are more than one room type)
Presidential Suite The Observatory Suite is the ultimate in opulence with foyer, guest bathroom, fully equipped kitchenette, lounge & dining room. The bedroom features a magnificent 4 poster bed & an en suite bathroom lined with wall-to-wall Pretorian black marble. Air conditioning Bath Bathrobes Broadband Internet access CD player Cable TV Fax/modem telephone line Hairdryer In-house movies Ironing equipment Mini bar Opening windows Safe Self catering (full kitchen) Tea/coffee making Trouser press SUITE - Junior Favoured by presidents, royalty and Hollywood celebrities, luxuriate in one of the Observatory Suites. These suites are the ultimate in opulence. All are individually decorated with exceptional furnishings and elegant charm together with unique character. Air conditioning Bath Bathrobes Broadband Internet access CD player Dial-up Internet access Fax/modem telephone line Hairdryer Ironing equipment Mini bar Opening windows Safe Satellite TV Tea/coffee making Trouser press Superior Waterview The Observatory Hotel's Waterview Rooms overlook the Historic Walsh Bay. Elegantly appointed with mahogany custom-made furniture, each room features King or Twin beds and is decorated with the utmost attention to detail Air conditioning Bath Bathrobes Broadband Internet access CD player Cable TV Dial-up Internet access Fax/modem telephone line Hairdryer In-house movies Ironing equipment Mini bar Opening windows Safe Tea/coffee making Bed & Breakfast The Observatory Hotel's rooms have the comfortable, cosy atmosphere of a 'home away from home'. Elegantly appointed with mahogany custom-made furniture, each room features King or Twin beds and is decorated with the utmost attention to detail. Air conditioning Bath Bathrobes Broadband Internet access CD player Cable TV Dial-up Internet access Fax/modem telephone line Hairdryer In-house movies Ironing equipment Mini bar Opening windows Safe Tea/coffee making Romantic Rendezvous The Observatory Hotel's rooms have the comfortable, cosy atmosphere of a 'home away from home'. Elegantly appointed with mahogany custom-made furniture, each room features King or Twin beds and is decorated with the utmost attention to detail. Air conditioning Bath Bathrobes Broadband Internet access CD player Cable TV Dial-up Internet access Fax/modem telephone line Hairdryer In-house movies Ironing equipment Mini bar Opening windows Safe Tea/coffee making Superior Cityview The Observatory Hotel's rooms have the comfortable, cosy atmosphere of a 'home away from home'. Elegantly appointed with mahogany custom-made furniture, each room features King or Twin beds and is decorated with the utmost attention to detail.
Q2.  Are showers or bathtubs available in the rooms at Observatory Hotel Sydney?
Both.
Q3.  Can inter-connecting rooms be provided?
Yes.
Q4.  Can I request for a handicapped/disabled room?
Yes, 3 rooms.
Q5.  Are air-conditioners available in the rooms?
Yes.
Q6.  Can I request for a smoking room?
Yes.
Q7.  Are non-smoking rooms available upon request?
Yes.

Dinings
Q1.  How much would the charges be for breakfast?
From AU$38 for Full Breakfast or AU$28 for Continental Breakfast.
Q2.  What kinds of foods are served for breakfast at Observatory Hotel Sydney?
A la carte style breakfast.
Q3.  How much does lunch cost?
Approximately AU$50 per person.
Q4.  How much does it cost for dinner?
Approximately AU$100 per person.

Transfers
Q1.  How far is it to the city centre from Observatory Hotel Sydney? (In Kilometers/Miles)
20KM
Q2.  How distant is the airport? (In Kilometers/Miles)
12 km or about 30 minutes by car.
Q3.  Is the establishment far from the train station?
1.5 km or about 7 minutes walk.
Q4.  Can guests seek assistance to arrange for airport transfers through the hotel?
Yes, Airport transfer could be arranged at approximately AU$95 per way for 4 persons or AU$165 per way for 7 persons.
Q5.  How much is a taxi from the airport to the establishment?
Approximately AU$35.
Q6.  Can you give the detailed directions from the Airport to your hotel?
From Kingsford Smith Airport, depart the terminal and turn right onto Airport Drive. Travel along Qantas Drive onto Joyce Drive and then onto General Holmes Drive. Turn left onto Mill Pond Road. Travel onto Southern Cross Drive. Travel along this drive for around five minutes. Veer into the right lanes on South Dowling Street before entering the Eastern Distributor. Travel along the Eastern Distributor for five minutes looking for the City North Exit. Take City North Exit (Toll of $3.50 will need to be paid). Turn right onto Macquarie Street. Turn left onto Bridge St and follow this road until you reach George Street. Turn right onto George Street and left up the hill to Grosvenor Street. Turn left onto York Street at the top of the hill. Take the first right into Jamison Street and then turn right into Clarence Street. Stay to the left and turn right onto Kent Street (This is signposted. Be aware as if you miss this exit you will travel over the Harbour Bridge) Travel 300 meters down Kent Street. The Observatory Hotel is on the left, opposite the Miller’s Point Tennis Court.
Q7.  Can you give the detailed directions from the train station to your hotel?
From Wynyard Station walk straight down to Kent Street. The hotel is about 7 minutes walking distance.
Q8.  What is the closest subway station? (If applicable)
Wynyard Station, about 7 minutes walk.
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Overall the hotel provided a memorable stay - nothing was too much trouble with the staff extremely helpful and knowledgeable - strawberries on arrival was a nice touch; in saying that the resturant may have been a touch expensive -particularly for b...
- posted Thursday, February 09, 2012