Sir Stamford Circular Quay

Hotels
8.3 (6441 reviews)
93 Macquarie Street , Sydney , AU
+61 2 9252 4600
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Children allowed

Facilities

Supervised childcare/activities
Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Pool sun loungers
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near Circular Quay and Opera House
Friendly, helpful and accommodating staff
Spacious rooms with good views
Beautiful grand interior and historic charm
Warm/outdoor pool and included breakfast
Cons:
Property is ageing / run down in places (worn carpets, need for paint)
Hotel closing/demolition causing disruption and uncertainty
Charging for barista coffee; limited bar facilities
Sauna out of use; some dietary/food service issues
Occasional cleanliness issues (smoke in lobby, reports of dirt)

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Multiple mentions of worn/torn carpets, some rooms feeling run down and at least one review calling the property 'old, run down and dirty' and smoke filling the lobby; cleanliness is notably below average.
Service
9.3
Repeated comments about friendly, helpful and accommodating staff, quick room service and good customer interactions—service is a clear strength in the reviews.
Location
9.8
Consistently praised: one block/5–10 minute walk to Circular Quay and Opera House, close to transport and major attractions—location is excellent.
Room Quality
7.2
Rooms described as large with good views and bathrooms, but furnishings are dated; some rooms needed fresh paint and showed signs of wear—mixed quality.
Amenities
7.8
Amenities are mixed: an unexpectedly nice warm outdoor pool and buffet breakfast praised, but sauna reported out of use, no bar in some accounts and guests wished for a hot tub.
Value for Money
9.1
Many guests felt the stay was worth the cost and would return despite price; some small value negatives (charged barista coffee) but overall perceived as good value by repeat visitors.
Food and Beverage
7.4
Breakfast and buffet received positive comments and room service was quick; however, issues noted with charging for barista coffee and at least one report of poor handling of special dietary requirements.
Overall Experience
9
Strong overall sentiment: beautiful historic hotel with charm, many recommendations and repeat visitors, tempered by sadness over impending closure and some maintenance issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:05

Property Description

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.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Please note that there is a 1.53% charge when you pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or JCB credit cards.
Please note that there is a 3.44% charge when you pay with Diners Club credit cards.
Please note that there is a 1.76% charge when you pay with China Union Pay credit cards.

Sir Stamford at Circular Quay operates as a cashless Hotel. All payments through credit cards will attract a credit card fee of 1.52% for Visa/MasterCard/Amex. EFTPOS incurs 0% surcharge when used as a debit card, however, when used via tapping, any debit card works as a credit card and a 1.52% credit card fee will apply.

Guests must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. The credit card and ID must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. The credit card must be the same as the one used for the reservation.

Please be advised, majority of our Deluxe King and Deluxe Double Double Rooms have Juliet Balcony - Subject to availability. Garden View or City View are subject to the room allocation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 60 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for AUD 80 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 6441 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 9.1
Food and Beverage: 7.4
Overall Experience: 9
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Remo2309 • Couples • Brisbane, Brisbane Region, Queensland
8
Good location for a short stay in close to major attractions.
Pros:

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.

2025-10-03 • via Tripadvisor
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captain484 • Couples • Stamford, Lincolnshire, England
10
Stamford
Pros:

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

2025-09-30 • via Tripadvisor
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Garry • partner
10
Pros:

Close to everything

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family
8
Pros:

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

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Jet05606548218 • NONE
10
Staying in Style
Pros:

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

2025-09-27 • via Tripadvisor
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Gary
8
Last Time
Pros:

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.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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Natai2003 • NONE
10
End of an Era Stay
Pros:

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.

2025-09-22 • via Tripadvisor
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lancelld2025 • NONE
10
Great place to stay close to Circular Quay
Pros:

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

2025-09-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Giuseppina • partner
8
Pros:

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

2025-09-21 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • au
9
Beautiful hotel.
Pros:

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

Cons:

I think for the quality of the hotel, they let themselves down , charging for a barista coffee with breakfast. They do supply made up coffee. These days, it seems common to have a coffee machine for guests to use themselves.

I would definitely make this my hotel to visit every year if they had a hot tub near the pool area.

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • au
9
2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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U5180TRtrevort • NONE
2
Mightily brassed-off
Pros:

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

2025-09-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Armando • couple • au
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Closing soon at end of month

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ros • couple • au
8
Pros:

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.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • couple • nz
6
2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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G4969JLjanl • NONE • Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
8
Sir Stamford 4 night stay mid September 2025
Pros:

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.

2025-09-15 • via Tripadvisor
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FellowTraveler826546 • NONE • Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
10
Fantastic
Pros:

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

2025-09-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Elizabeth
10
Good city hotel
Pros:

Good city hotel

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tim • family
10
Pros:

It is an outage that this is being demolished

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • au
10
Fantastic
Pros:

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

Cons:

Nothing
Cannot find any fault

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee