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Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney: Traveler Reviews

5.0 of 5
93 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Decadent afternoon tea”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

A big group of us were here for a bridal shower afternoon tea, having booked a private room (which I really recommend for groups over 14). The hotel, though not particularly impressive from the outside, is beautiful - ornate and akin to an old country manor in England. The room that we used, the Lachlan room was roomy beautifully decorated. Food was delicious, and service was superb too. Highly, highly recommend - probably the best afternoon tea I've had here in Sydney.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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SSCQManager, General Manager at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney, responded to this review
January 30, 2013
Dear Stephanie

Thank you so much for sharing your review about your special Bridal Group High Tea, We do indeed have some lovely private rooms which are ideal for special events as they are decorated in the country manor style you describe. The Lachlan Room and the Price Albert Rooms are both in the heritage part of the hotel and each provides the setting for brides to be or just a group of friends celebrating. The smaller group rooms are perfect for groups from 10 to 40. Our Exclusuive High tea Packages are priced from $56 and include extra touches that make these events very easy to organise. We do of course also specialise in doing weddings - with The Elizabeth Room perfect for a larger event.

The "normal" selection of Devonshire and HIgh teas are available in The Bar seven days a week - from 11.00am daily and we do advise houseguests to book - especially on weekends. Our scones are said to be the warmest and lightest in Sydney. We can do Gluten free High Teas on request and of course chef does prefer 48 hours advance notice to ensure Gluten Free Guests are delighted.

Thank you again for taking the time to review our hotel.

Kind regards
Heather Idoine
General Manager
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Shellharbour, Australia
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5 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Relaxed and friendly”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

Second stay in this hotel. Extremely helpful staff. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Clean bathroom with extra towels. Relaxed "old world" ambience. Excellent breakfast, lots of choice, loved the honeycomb.
Would stay again without hesitation.

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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SSCQManager, General Manager at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney, responded to this review
January 30, 2013
Dear Valued Return Guest

Its great to have your views published after your second visit, and we appreciate you taking the time to tell the Global World of future Travellers.

Our little breakfast buffet does feature a natural Honeycomb which delights many guests - as does the simple orange juicer. Sir Stamford cannot match the larger modern buffets of the larger high rise hotels in the city but we do like to think we compare favourably with our boutique offerings. The stewed rhubarb is particularly nice at the moment.

Kind regards and we look forward to your return.
Heather Idoine
General Manager
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Sydney, Australia
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10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“What a Beautiful Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2013

We live in Sydeny but deserved a little getaway..and how wonderful was this hotel. In the past, I have had many extraordinary lunches in "The Bar" but never stayed. The rooms are lovely. Big marble bathrooms, grea bed (so soft) and lotsof space. Very convenient to the Opera House, Gardens and restauarants. Had a wonderful time, thoroughly recoomend

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  • Stayed January 2013, 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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Angela K, Director of Sales at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney, responded to this review
January 24, 2013
Dear Valued Customer,

Thank you for choosing Sir Stamford at Circular Quay not only for lunches in The Bar but now for accomidation as well. Do you need another getaway? Please join us for our Romeo and Juliet Dinner in The Dining Room and/or book our Romance and Seduction Package on Valentines Day. Location is key in this city, as you know. Being close to The Rocks, the Sydney Opera House and the Botanical Gardens, what more could you ask for?

We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Warmest regards,

Angela King
Director of Sales
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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“It's all about the staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2013

What an amazing experience to be staying in this gorgeous old hotel with such elegant sumptuous plush décor of an earlier era.
The employees are amazing especially the front of house team who were so helpful and friendly and those providing dining room services also exemplary.
I was travelling alone on business and felt really comfortable and safe here. Great to be located in such a prime spot.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 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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Angela K, Business Development Executive at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney, responded to this review
January 24, 2013
Dear RoRo2013,

Thank you for your response and for choosing Sir Stamford at Circular Quay. We're glad you enjoyed our old world, elegant atmosphere. It's definitely something that makes us stand out from the other hotels in the city. Feeling safe and comfortable while travelling alone is always very important. I'm pleased you felt that at our property. We do have a fabulous team of people who look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel.

Warmest regards,

Ashley Lakey
Business Development Executive
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Scotland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“An ideal Hotel , ideally located.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013

Sir Stamford is ideally located for seeing Sydney. We were fortunate in getting an up-grade to the 10th Floor overlooking the Botanical Gardens. A great room and extremely comfortable. The Continental Breakfasts are exceptionally good and great value.
We used room service one night and were very happy with the value and quality. If we find ourselves in Sydney again - we would definitely stay at the Sir Stamford.

  • Stayed January 2013, 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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Angela K, Director of Sales at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney, responded to this review
January 24, 2013
Dear Highlander52,

Thank you for choosing Sir Stamford at Circular Quay. I appreciate your response. I'm pleased to hear you enjoyed your upgrade with a view of the Botanical Gardens. Sydney sure is a beautiful city. Great value, customer service and quality are things we strive for at Sir Stamford.

We look forward to welcoming you back!

Warmest regards,

Angela King
Director of Sales
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Also Known As:
Sir Stamford
Address: 93 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
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Region: Australia > New South Wales > Sydney
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Family Hotels in Sydney
#4 Romantic Hotels in Sydney
#5 Luxury Hotels in Sydney
#24 Business Hotels in Sydney
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Sir Stamford at Circular Quay offers 105 generously sized, well appointed hotel guest rooms, including 15 hotel suites, the majority of deluxe rooms and suites feature French doors opening onto Juliet Balconies, which overlook the Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay, Sydney Conservatorium of Music or the Royal Botanic Gardens. Significant fine art collection featuring 18th Century Louis XV and Georgian antique furniture, Staffordshire ceramics, French marble urns, Persian rugs and hundreds of hand cut chandeliers. The hotel itself partly resides in a stunning 1897 historic Health Department Building. Open fireplaces in winter and the pleasure of a roof top swimming pool in the summer. A fully equipped gym complete with a sauna. Famous for High Teas, Sir Stamford at Circular Quay has excellent one bedroom suites and one of Sydney's largest Presidential suites complete with a Steinway baby grand piano. ... more   less 
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