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Shangri-La Hotel Sydney: Traveler Reviews

5.0 of 5
176 Cumberland Street,The Rocks | Sydney 2000, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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Shangri-La Hotel Sydney
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Canberra, Australia
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Wonderful stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013 via mobile

We decided at the last minute to stay somewhere really nice in central Sydney - and ended up going for the Shangri-la at The Rocks. It was a great choice. First, they were really helpful in providing the best available booking for two adults and two children in the one room. They were certainly a lot more helpful that some other places that claim to be family friendly (Qut and Meriton come to mind) who would make you get two separate rooms due to bizarre booking restrictions that limit rooms to two adults and one child only. Second - the room, which was on the 24th floor - had a wonderful view of all of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and the Bridge. And third, the service and the way the room was made up each day and evening was lovely. Al in all, you certainly get what you pay for. A great experience and we will be back again!

Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
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Matcham
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Very Good”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

We stayed at the Shangri-La recently and had a very pleasant stay. The service and food were good, but the views from our room of the harbor where just fantastic. This hotel is well located for tourists to have a look around Sydney.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Best views in Sydney”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013 via mobile

Located in the Rocks in Sydney, so you are in walking distance to EVERYTHING. The selection of pubs near by is also incredible! Old historic ones like The Lord Nelson or funky ones like the Argyle!!!

Hotel is clean but wifi speed was average.

Room service is always over priced, but I was baffled that they were charging $14.00 for a bowl of chips and $30.00 for a slightly larger than mini pizza!!

The bar on the 36th floor has unique and delicious cocktails. They are expensive but worth it when you have the best view of Sydney to look at while sipping them!

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Calgary, Canada
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23 reviews 23 reviews
17 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Very Nice Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

Stayed here for 6 nights, excellent service and nice room as to be expected for this chain. Staff was always helpful. Room had was on the 28th floor with an OK view of Sydney Opera Hall and Harbour. Free wifi was a real bonus and worked well. Bathroom was really nice. Good storage space, nice & comfortable king size bed.

Location for business not quite as good as the nearby Four Seasons. But, overall nicer hotel than Four Seasons. Breakfast is also a lot better at Shangri-La than the Four Seasons (had both during my stay). Restaurant and bar up on the top floor (36th) is really nice!

Only thing I didn't like was the fact the pool was indoor. Preference really.

Room Tip: high floor with Opera and Bridge few is nice!
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Would recommend”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2013

Great location for most of the key things in Sydney, very helpful and friendly staff. Good sized room with amazing views. The restaurant was excellent but a bit pricey. The only thing that could improve the hotel and score it 5 is if it had an outdoor pool. Breakfast is very over priced so would recommend eating out for breakfast if it isn't included in the stay

Room Tip: Ask for an Oprah house view
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Shangri-La Hotel Sydney

Also Known As:
Shangri La Sydney
Shangri La Hotel Sydney
Sydney Shangri La
Address: 176 Cumberland Street,The Rocks | Sydney 2000, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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Region: Australia > New South Wales > Sydney
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Business Hotels in Sydney
#10 Romantic Hotels in Sydney
#10 Luxury Hotels in Sydney
#17 Family Hotels in Sydney
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney is perfectly positioned between the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge in the historic Rocks district. Within walking distance of the city's major shopping venues and tourist attractions, the hotel offers panoramic views of Sydney Harbour. A wide selection of dining options including Australian cuisine at award winning Altitude Restaurant, Mix and Grill in the all day dining restaurant Café Mix and fabulous cocktails at the glamorous Blu Bar on 36. ... more   less 
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