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Shangri-La SydneyvsFour Seasons Hotel Sydney
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Shangri-La Hotel Sydney is the choice of most reviewers compared to Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. Shangri-La Hotel Sydney comes in at #3 in Sydney with positive reviews from 14 sources like The Telegraph, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.
Shangri-La Sydney
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176 Cumberland Street,The Rocks, Sydney 2000, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $194/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Book a room on the 20th floor or above at this ultramodern landmark hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay." Full review
Fodor's "Towering above Walsh Bay from its prime position alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge, this sleek hotel is the place for a room with a bird's-eye view." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxurious escape in the heart of the Rocks district, with a destination bar and restaurant, spa, and Sydney Harbor views." Full review
OysterLuxury
"With sweeping views of both Darling Harbor and Sydney Cove, the Shangri-La Hotel Sydney is one of the most desirable hotels in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Take in stunning views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House at this luxurious, award-winning hotel in the heart of The Rocks district."
Star Service "This deluxe property is an exceptional Asian delight with a prominent harbor-side perch overlooking Sydney's exquisite opera house." Full review
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Be sure to request a room above the 20th floor.
Condé Nast Traveler "Located in the historic Rocks district, the Shangri-La is a short walk from the Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum of Sydney, The Sydney Theater Company and Sydney Opera House." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The Hong Kong–based chain's Sydney offering is a suitably upmarket tower with large, extremely comfortable rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Some of the city’s largest rooms and a new Chi spa that opened in February 2010. " Full review
Afar Magazine "The Shangri-La Hotel has the greatest breakfast in the world, and the best part is: it's free." Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney Frommer's
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199 George Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $181/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The rooms are elegantly decorated, with marble bathrooms and plenty of mahogany." Full review
Concierge "The quintessential five-star stay in Sydney."
Insight Guides "One of Sydney’s original five-star hotels, the Four Seasons has a superlative reputation. Personal service is great; the hotel overlooks the harbour and The Rocks district."
DK Eyewitness "You’ll be able to spot this superbly-located high-rise hotel from many vantages. Inside, the higher the floor number, the better the view."
Time Out "Has been quietly delivering an extremely high level of service within very plush surroundings indeed." Full review
Star Service "This pleated 34-story landmark is in a remarkable setting overlooking the harbor and opera house, within walking distance of shops and businesses." Full review
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This is certainly one of the best hotels in the city but is a disappointment for the FS chain, as it has the potential to be the best although it chooses to impress the masses by providing something for everyone.
Gayot "The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is the ultimate place to stay to experience the thriving diversity that is Sydney."
Condé Nast Traveler "Located on bustling George Street, this five-star hotel is popular among business travelers and tourists alike." Full review
Travel + Leisure "34 floors of polished, updated rooms and public spaces, plus the city’s largest outdoor pool." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is a luxurious city center hotel aimed at business travelers with expense accounts." Full review
