Pullman Quay Grand Sydney HarbourvsSir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour scores marginally better than Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney. Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour comes in at 85 with praise from 9 reviews including DK Eyewitness, Concierge and Lonely Planet.
Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour
61 Macquarie Street, East Circular Quay, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $225/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The best serviced-apartment complexes, like this one, can outdo superior AAA-rated five-star hotels -- even in price." Full review
Concierge
"If comfort is more important to you than hipness, this place is an excellent pick."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"With the Opera House as its neighbour, the building known locally as 'the toaster' has a scorching-hot location – so much so that it might burn a hole right through your wallet." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 68 suites at Pullman Quay Grand Suites don't come cheap -- for a reason." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Next door to the Opera House at one of Sydney’s premier addresses, apartments are tastefully furnished with kitchen facilities. Try ECQ, the hotel’s dress circle bar."
Time Out
"Near the Opera House, this five-star complex of one- and two-bedroom apartments delivers the goods – spacious suites (twice the usual size ) with balconies and views over the harbour." Full review
Star Service
"Everyone appreciates the washer and dryer in each unit. Suites facing west enjoy fine harbor vistas with constant boat activity headed for Circular Quay." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Don’t feel like dragging the kids to the beach? They’ve got you covered at the Pullman." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"All that glitters in Circular Quay is at your fingertips from this uber luxe establishment." Full review
Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney
93 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $146/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Sir Stamford at Circular Quay is located next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Opera House." Full review
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The property is grand, to be sure, but it's also a bit past its prime.
Travel + Leisure
"Situated beside Sydney Cove, the Sir Stamford hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the Sydney Opera House and Royal Botanic Gardens." Full review
Star Service
"The gracious staff provides accommodating yet unobtrusive service that serves as an inspiration for graduates at the adjacent school of hospitality." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
84.8
"The Sir Stamford is the picture of old-world English glamor with its gold-gilded pillars, tiered crystal chandeliers, open fireplaces and 18th-century antiques." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Situated in a part of town known for upmarket hotels, Sir Stamford is a boutique residence full of charm and grace." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The huge rooms – plush carpeting, sofas, marble bathrooms and pictures of English country life – are lovely, service is a strong point and there's a sundeck with a tiny pool." Full review
Time Out
"The savoury plate includes artistic canapés, bite-sized pastry filled with spicy potato, and arty sandwiches – like curried tuna, wrapped in a swirl of green bread and topped with purple flowers. " Full review
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Top tip: choose a seat by the window.
Frommer's
"From the moment the doorman doffs his top hat to you, you've entered the world of aristocracy, complete with the slight scent of aged brandy." Full review