The Hotel: Rydges Sydney Central – Surry Hills

Set on the edge of the Sydney CBD, Rydges Sydney Central welcomes Sydney city breakers with a range of amenities such as a 15m indoor pool, a fitness and spa centre. 

Guests can unwind in contemporary, boho-styled airy bedrooms featuring flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee-making facilities and sofas. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with private bathrooms with a bath or a shower.

The on-site restaurant tempts with a varied menu of casual meals, as well as a wide range of beers and ciders.

• TripAdvisor: 4 / 5

Room Details

Superior Room

• Bed size/type: King bed or two single beds
• Standard occupancy: Two people
• Maximum occupancy: Two people
• LCD TV, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, cable channels and pay per view movies, tea and coffee making facilities

Deluxe Room

• Bed size/type: King bed or two single beds
• Standard occupancy: Two people
• Maximum occupancy: Two people
• LCD TV, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, cable channels and pay per view movies, tea and coffee making facilities

The Area: Sydney

A dazzling city boasting waterways, skyscrapers, iconic sights and vibrant nightlife, Sydney is Australia’s version of the city that never sleeps. On the fringe of the action lies the trendy suburb of Surry Hills, decked out with designer boutiques and vintage stores, funky cafés, art galleries and bars for every occasion and audience.

Stroll up to Oxford Street to catch the bus to the city or Circular Quay, where Groupies can take in a show at the Opera House, explore the historic Rocks district, dare to climb the Harbour Bridge or ride the ferry to Manly or Taronga Zoo. Catch the bus in the other direction to swim and sunbake at famous Bondi Beach, before walking around the spectacular headland to quieter Bronte.

Fashionistas hit the shops of Surry Hills’ Crown Street to pick up vintage finds, or walk up Oxford Street to Glenmore Road, which bursts with designer stores including Zimmermann, Alannah Hill and Sass and Bide. Come nightfall, clink glasses in some of Sydney’s hippest small bars in the areas, such as Pocket Bar, Shady Pines or Low 302, before dining at top restaurants like Foveaux, Longrain or Tokonoma.