Sampled another five star hotel in my home town last night, and while it wouldn't have been my choice in Sydney, it's a nice hotel with some pluses and minuses. I stayed here years ago before its latest refurbishment, so I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the room fit out (it had been pretty ordinary before). The hotel is on Hyde Park on Elizabeth Street, so it's a nice end of town - close to the lovely department store David Jones and the shopping epicentre of the city. I had stayed on a lower level before, so I was very happy to get a higher floor and a lovely view across the figs of the Park to St Andrews Cathedral (lit at night) and during the day you can see a bit of the harbour and east to the Heads. It's worth the effort to insist on a higher floor and a view of the park.

The bed was comfortable, the bathroom fine. The airconditioning seemed a little warm and slightly stuffy, despite my best efforts with the controls. I always complain about hotel rooms that get no fresh air - but that's the standard these days, and I'm swimming against the tide here. (If you want opulent luxury and fresh air go for the Park Hyatt, newly refurbished stunning Opera House views, but it will cost you an arm and a leg and probably several other body parts as well.)

The breakfast was great. I wasn't paying so I didn't notice the price, but the selection extensive, the bircher good, fresh mango lovely, a cooked to order omelette and proper coffee.

This isn't my favourite hotel in Sydney, but I enjoyed my stay.

Unlike most sydney hotels, the Sheraton welcomes you with a grand foyer reminiscent of old school glamour.
Rooms are typical Sheraton, 5 star every convenience but certainly not mind blowing.
The view across the park are world class.
Restaurants are great, location brilliant.
Only downside is the time it takes to check out.

My daughter and I enjoyed a fabulous weekend at the Sheraton. It's in a prime location so handy to everything. Great shopping at Surrey Hills and Paddington which is a brisk 10 minute walk. Great restaurants nearby, Bambini Wine Trust & Restaurant is only 2 doors down. The food is sensational

We were there for 4 days and it being close by to all places of interest in Sydney especially the Hyde park and sydney Tower made it more interesting. Food was good and worth the value. Rooms were big and spacious.