Marriott Hotel, Sydney

Advantages: You can see the most amazing view of the harbour.
Disadvantages: it is a bit pricey, but it's absolutely worth it!

2 years ago, me and my Dad decided that we needed a long holiday, we wanted somewhere warm (to get away from the dreadful weather of England) and some place very far... Money was a problem, but we decided that if we wanted a holiday to remember it would have to be luxury, so we decided on Sydney... as far away as we could get, down under!!! We looked through many brochures and many websites, to look for a fantastic place to stay, I have to say ...
...most amazing habour, the water sparkling a lovely crystal blue, and all the buildings surrounding it looked magnificent, like it was coated with shine, the picture did not look real. We decided to go for it even though we knew it would be less than we hoped for, we thought the brochures had comercialised it and with a computer changed the picture so it looked more appealing... We couldn't be more wrong, when we arrived at the airport we got a car ... Read review

Advantages: Central location right next to the Harbour
Disadvantages: Fairly pricey

I visited this hotel in April 2005 when visiting Australia. Great central location with views from many of the rooms of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Only a minutes walk from the harbour so you are right in the action! The hotel had recently been refurbished and was really classy. Staff very friendly and helpful. My room was spacious and comfortable. I had a fantastic view of the Opera House from the room and I could watch the ... Read review

Advantages: Freindly Staff, Great Rooms
Disadvantages: standard price is a little steep

The Marriot is truly situated well within the city of Sydney. The only reason I went there is because I booked into a hotel somewhere else in the city, but it was filthy, dingey and there was no way I was going to stay there. The marriot had a few spare rooms, so we checked in. We were there in July (low season) and there was plenty of room to negotiate the rate with the manager. I would advise this in low season as we saved a packet. The staff ...
...even arranged for us to go to a big rugby league match. We did not have breakfast included, but that did'nt matter as there are loads of good places to go in the city for food. The rooms were spacious and unbeleivably comfortable. The health club was well equiped with high quality aperatus. Next time that I'm in Sydney (if there is a next time) I will certainly go out of my way to stay there. ... Read review