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Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel SydneyvsShangri-La Sydney
Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Shangri-La Hotel Sydney scores significantly better than Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney. Shangri-La Hotel Sydney scores 94 with recommendations from 14 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Afar Magazine and Jetsetter.
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney
Frommer's
Star Service
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Time Out
27 O'Connell St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $277/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Right in the heart of the city in a gorgeous heritage building, the Radisson Plaza Hotel Sydney has a nice feel, with chic rooms in muted chocolate tones and sensual fabrics." Full review
Star Service "Three archways guide guests through a modernist glass entrance to an almost avant-garde lobby, with a marble floor, rectangular pillars, large-scale artwork and soft lighting. " Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney is a luxury, executive hotel in Sydney's Central Business District (CBD) that caters primarily to business travelers." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This triangular sandstone building, shaped like a diminutive Flatiron, was once the home of Australia’s oldest existing newspaper - but the only thing hot off the press today is this five-star hotel’s $12m face lift." Full review
Lonely Planet "The rooms are spacious, if a little generic, with marble bathrooms and all the typical big-hotel comforts." Full review
Time Out "This CBD hotel is now home to Bentley which is a reason to go there in itself, a full health club/spa, conference facilities and 362 guest rooms, all in the heart of the city." Full review
Shangri-La Sydney Frommer's
Fodor's
Jetsetter Oyster
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
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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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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
