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Sydney · New South Wales

Sir Stamford Circular Quay

93 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

Luxury Hotel Overlooking Sydney Harbour

  • Sundeck with Breathtaking Views

    Enjoy the stunning vistas of Sydney Harbour and Circular Quay from the sundeck of this luxury hotel. Perfect for relaxation and soaking in the beauty of the surroundings.

  • Award-Winning Dining Experience

    Indulge in exquisite Modern Australian cuisine at the hotel's restaurant and bar while taking in the panoramic views of the Royal Botanic Gardens. An ideal setting for a memorable dining experience.

  • Elegant Rooms and Fine Art Collection

    Experience luxury in every detail with rooms featuring marble bathrooms, executive work desks, and Juliet balconies with mesmerizing views. Explore one of Australia's largest private collections of fine art within the hotel, showcasing 18th-century antiques and elegant decor.

Book now to experience luxury and sophistication at Sir Stamford Circular Quay in the heart of Sydney CBD.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

70 listed
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
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Pools & wellness

  • Exercise/lap pool
  • Fence around pool
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Hosted evening meal (reserve)
  • Kid meals
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Wine release events

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness facilities (surcharge)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop garden
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Television in common areas

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Secured parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Guest services

  • Express check-in
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Luggage storage
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Supervised childcare/activities
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free wired internet
  • Garage
  • Happy hour
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Internet access
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Reception hall
  • Room service
  • Swimming nearby
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Vegetarian menu options available

Review in focus

6,630 reviews
8/ 10
The hotel is in a good location. It is around 5 mins walk to Circular Quay and 10 mins to the Opera House. The rooms are large, furnishings a bit dated but the bed is comfortable.
Remo2309 · Couples · 2025-10-03

The guest experience

9.0out of 10
6630 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff

Worth knowing — Run down condition · Closing soon

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.8

    Consistently praised for its proximity to major attractions.

  • Service9.8

    Friendly staff and accommodating service noted in several reviews.

  • Food and Beverage9.3

    Positive comments on food quality, but a complaint about charges for coffee.

  • Amenities8.8

    Good amenities but some complaints about availability of certain facilities.

  • Overall Experience8.8

    Mixed sentiments due to the hotel's closing but overall positive stays reported.

  • Room Quality8.8

    Generally spacious rooms, but some reviews indicate a need for updates.

  • Value for Money8.8

    Some value concerns due to the impending closure and condition of the hotel.

  • Cleanliness7.8

    Some mentions of the hotel being run down with worn carpets and in need of maintenance.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

94% of 18 recent stays rated 8+

9.06630 reviews
  • Good location for a short stay in close to major attractions.

    8/10

    Remo2309 · Couples · 2025-10-03

    “The hotel is in a good location. It is around 5 mins walk to Circular Quay and 10 mins to the Opera House. The rooms are large, furnishings a bit dated but the bed is comfortable.”

  • Stamford

    10/10

    captain484 · Couples · 2025-09-30

    “Good choice of hotel. Great location for all your Sydney requirements including airport transfers.Very friendly staff. The rooms are spacious.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Garry · partner · 2025-09-30

    “Close to everything”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Michael · family · 2025-09-28

    “The hotel is about to close in a few days, and it was evident as the hotel feels a little run down with general maintenance such a torn or worn carpets in common areas and the room we stayed in probably needed a fresh coat of paint - other than that - enjoyable stay. Would recommend but it closes in two days ”

  • Staying in Style

    10/10

    Jet05606548218 · NONE · 2025-09-27

    “Great location, within walking distance of public transport, and many great attractions, restaurants etc. Friendly, helpful staff, beautiful ambience.”

  • Last Time

    8/10

    Gary · 2025-09-24

    “We live in greater Sydney and choose to stay a couple of times each year because of the old world charm of the property. It will be a shame to no longer repeat here. Staff have always been very accommodating and flexible when asked.”

  • End of an Era Stay

    10/10

    Natai2003 · NONE · 2025-09-22

    “Location was good the hotel is filled and rich in history. The outdoor pool was unexpectedly nice and warm and the options for room service was good and arrived quickly and the staff are friendly and nice and good options were available for buffet breakfast.”

  • Great place to stay close to Circular Quay

    10/10

    lancelld2025 · NONE · 2025-09-21

    “Great place to stay when visiting Sydney and want close access to Circular Quay. Highly recommended. Great rooms , very quiet and lovely breakfast included.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Giuseppina · partner · 2025-09-21

    “Great location but in my opinion I feel it needs a revamp?”

  • Beautiful hotel.

    9/10

    Gary · couple · 2025-09-20

    “Impressive grand interior. Stunning bar & restaurant. Great location. Good size bathroom & bedroom. We had a lovely large room with a view. Thankyou.”

  • Mightily brassed-off

    2/10

    U5180TRtrevort · NONE · 2025-09-19

    “They are tearing it down but also trashing their reputation. Things don't work and special dietary requirements are made worse by lousy kitchen and staffing. Stamford could have handled this to give themselves a positive response.... but haven't given guests a thought in their planned demolition of the building”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Armando · couple · 2025-09-19

    “Location”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Ros · couple · 2025-09-19

    “Loved our last stay and appreciated effort made by staff but disappointed to find a bottle of red as part of our romance package was marked fir another couple - somewhat took the edge off what would have otherwise been a perfect stay. Wishing everyone well in their next career opportunities.”

  • Sir Stamford 4 night stay mid September 2025

    8/10

    G4969JLjanl · NONE · 2025-09-15

    “Beautiful old style hotel. Good service in all aspects. Sauna and as out of use. Close to everything. Shame it’s closing. Would stay again.”

  • Fantastic

    10/10

    FellowTraveler826546 · NONE · 2025-09-14

    “Lovely place to stay. Wonderful views and large room. Perfect location, one block from Circular Quay. Staff are lovely”

  • Good city hotel

    10/10

    Elizabeth · 2025-09-13

    “Good city hotel”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Tim · family · 2025-09-13

    “It is an outage that this is being demolished ”

  • Fantastic

    10/10

    Tom · couple · 2025-09-13

    “Best motel I've stayed at. Was perfect for our purpose Would without doubt, despite the cost, return again, more than once Great view. Met our expectations”

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