Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel SydneyvsQT Sydney
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. Overall, Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney is the choice of most writers compared to QT Sydney. Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney has a TripExpert Score of 84 with approval from 8 reviewers like The Telegraph, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
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
QT Sydney Show All Reviews
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 Telegraph
8.0
"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