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Sydney Harbour YHAvsThe Langham, Sydney
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Langham, Sydney scores significantly higher than Sydney Harbour YHA. The Langham, Sydney scores 96 with positive reviews from 17 sources including Gayot, Condé Nast Traveler and The Telegraph.
Sydney Harbour YHA
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Oyster
Time Out
Frommer's
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."
OysterBudget
"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
The Langham, Sydney
Insight Guides
Jetsetter DK Eyewitness Time Out
Star Service Rough Guide Frommer's
Gayot Fodor's
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
89 - 113 Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $286/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides "One of the grandest and most luxurious hotels in Sydney. Owned by the Orient Express, it has the aura of European grand hotels, although it was built in the 1990s."
Jetsetter "There’s nothing like life in the Rocks. Sydney’s hip and distinguished neighborhood is home to some of the oldest bars and restaurants in the city, and one of its most esteemed escapes:..." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Book a package at the renowned day spa when you stay at this absolute luxury hotel."
Time Out "The five-star hotel has 96 luxurious guest suites and houses the award-winning, French-style Galileo Restaurant along with the Globe Bar and Brasserie." Full review
Star Service "On the western edge of Australia's oldest British settlement, overlooking Walsh Bay and not Sydney Cove, this luxury outpost is a prime property in Langham International's prodigious portfolio." Full review
Rough Guide "A glamorous option in a quiet location, with famous afternoon teas and a spacious underground pool. Some rooms look over to Observatory Hill and Walsh Bay. $350."
Frommer's "I love the opulence of this hotel, and love staying here." Full review
Gayot "A high-end retreat in the heart of Sydney, the city's iconic Observatory Hotel has been refreshed and rebranded by the sophisticated Langham group."
Fodor's "More English country manor than inner-city hotel, this gorgeous property feels like a decadent, luxurious sanctuary." Full review
Afar Magazine "A longtime favorite among royalty, rock stars, actors, and visiting dignitaries, the Langham hotel completed a $30 million renovation in December 2014." Full review
