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Shangri-La SydneyvsQT Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel Sydney and QT Sydney are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel Sydney scores significantly better than QT Sydney. Shangri-La Hotel Sydney has a TripExpert Score of 94 with recommendations from 14 sources including Time Out, Forbes Travel Guide 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
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"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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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
QT Sydney
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49 Market Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $111/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Insight Guides "This new boutique hotel has the location, the buzz and even the trendy restaurant, Gowings Bar and Grill."
Fodor's "This hotel is the answer for those seeking color and quirkiness, teamed with style and super-efficent service." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Fun, sexy and completely OTT, this ultra-theatrical hotel is located in the historic State Theatre. Art deco eccentricity is complemented by retro games and DIY martini kits in all the rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "One of the few truly boutique hotels in town, QT Sydney has theatrical flair and fabulously edgy interiors." Full review
Jetsetter "Quirky design hotel in a landmarked Sydney address, with a happening restaurant, a barber shop, and a concept store." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"An eclectic and over-the-top design aesthetic within the walls of two historic buildings make this hip hotel a destination in itself." Full review
Gayot "These edgy accommodations stand out in a historic Sydney setting."
Mr & Mrs Smith "Door gals dressed in saucy uniforms, buzzy bars and dining, and a sussed day spa? We're smitten with QT Sydney boutique hotel, a sassy design diva that has her party shoes on and is ready to dance." Full review
Time Out "It packs 200 individualised rooms, a day spa (spaQ), men’s barber, two bars, a café and restaurant into the heritage-listed Gowings building – and still feels boutique rather than behemoth. " Full review
Afar Magazine "The Gowings and State Theatre buildings in Sydney's Central Business District (CBD) have been revamped to create the new designer hotel, QT Sydney." Full review
