Minutes from iconic Sydney landmarks, this hotel offers well-appointed rooms with stunning harbour views. Delight in the club lounge's exceptional dining service and a breakfast buffet that sets the standard.
Located in Sydney Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Sydney, InterContinental Sydney by IHG is near the airport and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Royal Botanic Gardens and Bondi Beach, while SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Zoo are popular local attractions. Circular Quay and Government House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Sydney travel guide
16 Phillip Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
What's nearby
Circular Quay
2 min walk - 0.2 km
The Domain
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sydney Opera House
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Royal Botanic Gardens
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Martin Place
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Sydney Circular Quay Station
4 min walk
Martin Place Station
8 min walk
Sydney Airport (SYD)
21 min drive
Restaurants
Gelatissimo
3 min walk
Cafe Sydney
4 min walk
Ippudo Circular Quay
2 min walk
Pronto
3 min walk
The Spice Room
2 min walk
About this property
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
Luxury hotel remodelled in 2022 and located near Circular Quay
Located close to Government House and Sydney Opera House, InterContinental Sydney by IHG provides dry cleaning/laundry services, car hire on-site and 2 bars. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An indoor pool
Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a ballroom
Meeting rooms, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket information, concierge services and a porter/bellboy
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 509 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
LCD TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
How much does it cost to stay at InterContinental Sydney by IHG?
As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at InterContinental Sydney by IHG on 25 Oct 2026 start from RM1,039, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is InterContinental Sydney by IHG pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at InterContinental Sydney by IHG?
Valet parking is available for AUD 89.00 per night. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at InterContinental Sydney by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at InterContinental Sydney by IHG?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is InterContinental Sydney by IHG located?
Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Circular Quay, Government House and Royal Botanic Gardens. Sydney Opera House and The Rocks Markets are also within 15 minutes. Sydney Circular Quay Station is only a 4-minute walk and Martin Place Station is 8 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
InterContinental Sydney by IHG Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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This is a legitimate 5 star property id rate the staff and service a 10 out of 10 location was exceptional stayed for a week and would recommend it to anyone
The property was in great location. Close to shops and restaurants.
Bonnie is great asset to your hotel. She was very nice, pleasant and knowledgeable. She helped me get a motorized bike.
Room service was great. I received my meal in a timely manner.
The hotel was nice and in a great location but the staff at the front desk weren’t very friendly or helpful. They seemed surprised when I asked for help to get the luggage to the room. And it felt like an inconvenience. Overall the hotel and rooms were clean and well presented.
Very nice place to stay and convenient
to the harbor. Staff was very helpful and accommodating. Also got a lot helpful tips from the concierge service.
Highly recommended
This wonderful Intercontinental Hotel is the place that we immediately decided to book the next time we come to Sydney. From the check in to check out the hotel staff was very attentive and kind. A perfect location near the Sydney Opera house and easy to hop on and off the L2,3 circular quay trams (Light Train here). Hotel was super clean as well.
I love the luxurious feel of this hotel, staff are super nice, breakfast is great, The Treasury is lovely (corn fritters the best!), rooftop bar is ultra cool and the best views!
Our experience staying at the Intercontinental Sydney hotel was fenomenal. The staff was attentive, helpful and friendly. The room service and food was very good and quick. Another thing we loved about this hotel was the location- it was excellent, perfect to explore the city and sightseeing.
Everything is perfect!!!!
But the bed and pillows not really comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Marc
16 Sept 2026
Disliked: Staff & service
This is not a 5 star hotel. At best it is 4 star, perhaps 3.5. We checked out early and went to another hotel which was a notable improvement. Having said that, if you are looking for a 4 star hotel that gives offers an excellent location close to the waterfront, Harbour bridge, opera house, and botanic gardens, and you are content with poor service; adequate rooms; and an eclectic mix of guests which will include a lot of young families; 20 something year olds staying the CBD for a big night at the clubs; and people who think it is ok to dress like slobs at breakfast (flip flops, hot pants, sports bras, gym gear, singlets, baseball caps etc), then the Intercontinental is a good (and relatively cheap) choice. If you are looking for a 5 star hotel, swipe left.
The hotel has a great location next to Circular Quay, convenient for trains, trams and ferries. The bus to Bondi (333) is virtually outside the hotel!
All The staff were all very friendly and helpful.
Breakfast was a real feature with lots of options, and the fruit and omelettes were fabulous!
The bar on floor 31 offers spectacular views over the harbour, very Instagramable!
I will definitely stay here on my next visit next year!