InterContinental Sydney, an IHG HotelvsLarmont Sydney
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, InterContinental Sydney is preferred by most reviewers compared to Larmont Sydney by Lancemore. InterContinental Sydney comes in at 88 with accolades from 11 publications such as Forbes Travel Guide, Concierge and The Telegraph.
InterContinental Sydney, an IHG Hotel Show All Reviews
117 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $174/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge
"Staff members have eschewed the polite but distant five-star model for an ebullient friendliness that might take seasoned travelers off-guard."
Insight Guides
"In an elegant building that incorporates Sydney’s historic Treasury Building, the InterContinental combines 19th-century grace with 21st-century comfort."
DK Eyewitness
"A beautiful 1851 Treasury building offers five-star luxury. The soaring foyer has a lovely lounge."
Star Service
"This hotel balances a corporate and leisure clientele with comfort and elegance...Americans prefer this as one of their favorites along the Circular Quay waterfront." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"The sandstone facade of the 1851 former Treasury building forms the lower floors of this 31-storey, 5-star hotel, with stunning views of the Botanic Gardens, Opera House and harbour."
Oyster
Luxury
"The four-and-a-half-pearl InterContinental Sydney hotel is built around the city's historic 1851 treasury building and features a stylish four-story lobby in what was once its central courtyard." Full review
Jetsetter
"Bridge Sydney’s past and present in this former treasury building with a modern tower overlooking Sydney Harbor and the Opera House." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"You can’t beat this hotel's location for harbour views and proximity to all of Sydney’s most arresting sights." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Location is key and history is rich at the iconic InterContinental Sydney." Full review
Time Out
"Rooms have a classic-contemporary feel and come with either harbour or city views." Full review
Larmont Sydney
14 Kings Cross Road, Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales
From $122/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upscale
"Situated outside Sydney's Central Business District near Rushcutters Bay Park, Diamant Hotel... is an upscale, 80-room boutique." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Just slightly larger than boutique size, the property is boldly modern, with 76 minimalist rooms." Full review
Time Out
"This boutique hotel features the best accommodation in the area." Full review
Star Service
"This is an excellent choice for self-maintaining types who seek a residential experience in the heart of Sydney." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Managed by the hip 8 Hotels brand, this 76-room property—sandwiched between Potts Point and Darlinghurst—is surrounded by top-notch restaurants, funky bars, and notorious nightclubs." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Proximity to the best sights, brand new interiors and sweeping views make this one of Sydney’s hottest residences." Full review
Jetsetter
"Minimalist-chic hideaway in a mod black-and-white tower near Sydney's boho nabes." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Inviting, contemporary design in a super-central high-rise mixes business with pleasure for most guests." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The new kid on the Kings Cross block is the swish, noir Diamant, a 76-room hilltop high-rise. Space-age corridors open onto slick, spacious rooms." Full review
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Choose from bridge, harbour or city views.