Sydney Harbour YHAvsSheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Sydney Harbour YHA scores slightly higher than Sheraton on the Park, Sydney. Sydney Harbour YHA comes in at #13 in Sydney with praise from 7 reviewers including Fodor's, Time Out and DK Eyewitness.
Sydney Harbour YHA
110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $22/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Meeting Rooms
Fodor's
"The accommodation is aimed at budget travelers, but has the added attraction of million-dollar harbor views from many rooms."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Any qualms about the unhostel-like prices will be shelved the moment you head up to the roof terrace... and see Circular Quay laid bare before you." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is the only backpacker hostel in The Rocks. There are great views from the roof terrace, where you can take in the sunset over the harbour as you eat at the picnic tables."
Rough Guide
Star
"Built in 2009, and with gorgeous harbour views, this is the pick of Sydney’s youth hostels – and the only budget accommmodation in The Rocks."
Oyster
Budget
"Popular with backpackers, the Sydney Harbour YHA is a budget-friendly hostel with both dorms and private rooms." Full review
Time Out
"Nestled comfortably in the middle of Sydney's historic district, the Rocks, Sydney Harbour YHA is fitted with airconditioning, barbecue and internet." Full review
Frommer's
"Offers basic, clean, and rooms at a very reasonable price...some rooms have harbor views (if you crane your neck). All are air-conditioned, and even the dorms have private bathrooms. " Full review
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
161 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $377/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides
"No harbour views, but you can gaze out on the verdant foliage of Hyde Park from the upper floors of this five-star hotel."
Travel + Leisure
"Situated directly across from Hyde Park, this 557-room property is among the chicest business hotels in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Enjoy all the facilities you’d expect at a fine hotel, such as marble bathrooms, stylish furnishings, data ports, 24-hour room service, helpful concierges, babysitting services and lounges."
Time Out
"Overlooking bucolic Hyde Park, this huge award-winning hotel occupies a prime location in the central business and shopping district." Full review
Star Service
"In the heart of the city's retail district, this hotel overlooks Sydney Harbour from its upper floors, but maintains a prime locale for shopping and business-minded guests." Full review
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Many guests choose to gather around its glass fireplace as they organize their upcoming day's plans around the city or region.
Condé Nast Traveler
"Top-line guest experience and a premium location make this hotel stand out from its competitors in Sydney's CBD." Full review