The Rocks Sydney, Australia
Renovated
2014
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Wellness SocialOutside the door
The house
Shangri-LaHarbourfront skyline roost
Polished marble and high-altitude glass frame direct views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from 36 stories up.
“Towering 36 stories above Sydney Harbour, the Shangri-La stands alone in the city for the highest unobstructed views…”
What it’s good at
Notable
Dedicated Les Clefs d'Or concierges, Horizon Club lounge privileges, and cushioned harbour-view window seats.
Notable
Chi, The Spa offers botanical Sodashi therapies and private infrared saunas alongside an indoor heated pool.
Notable
Cocktails 36 floors up at Blu Bar alongside live afternoon piano in the ground-floor Lobby Lounge.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
you can rest assured that service is a priority, along with smart contemporary Eastern-inspired interiors.
“what it lacks in architectural qualities, is more than made up for by its faultless location just steps away from the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.”
“Towering over the tin roofs of the historic Rocks district, the Shangri-La Hotel has helped set the standard for Sydney hospitality…”
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cobblestone lanes and colonial-era sandstone pubs define historic The Rocks, just steps from Circular Quay ferries and waterfront Barangaroo Reserve.
The rooms
Cushioned window benches look across Sydney Harbour, complemented by gold and blue accents and marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated indoor lap pool and circular whirlpool sit beneath cove lighting, with an outdoor sundeck steps away.
The spa
Private treatment suites feature aroma steam showers and soaking tubs, drawing on Australian and Asian botanical rituals.
The gym
Open 24 hours, the fitness centre provides cardio machines, weight benches, and dumbbell racks over timber floors.
Altitude Restaurant
Dining tables on level 36 look straight across to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House over modern Australian menus.
All 564 elegant rooms and suites are spacious with harbor views, combining generous windows and contemporary furniture with iHome docks.
At the table
Blu Bar mixes cocktails against skyline panoramas, and the ground-floor Lobby Lounge hosts live piano beside a garden terrace.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.