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Paradox Sydney

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O'CONNELL STREET 27, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia, 2000

Highlights

Great swimming pool

- Indoor pool, spa, sauna and jacuzzi receive positive mentions for avai...

There is a SPA , swimming pool and gym.
Well-appointed bathrooms

- Bathrooms win frequent praise for strong water pressure, separate bath...

Beautiful bathroom - shower was hot and amazing pressure.
Professional guest services

- Staff greet guests warmly, offer helpful concierge support, and delive...

Staff were extremely helpful and the location is fantastic.
Ideal location

- Central CBD location within walking distance to Circular Quay, the Ope...

Great hotel, good location, clean, comfortable beds.
Sparkling clean

- Rooms and bathrooms receive frequent praise for cleanliness and upkeep...

Great hotel, good location, clean, comfortable beds.

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Swimming pool

Car park

Spa

Front desk [24-hour]

Fitness center

Restaurants

Bar

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  • Overall, everything was convenient and satisfactory for me.
    Nguyen
    Vietnam
  • Good facilities and rooms are clean and well done up!
    Dhaval
    India
  • Excellent location—we’re planning to just walk to the port!
    Jana
    United States
  • The family very much enjoyed all the facilities.
    Patrick
    Australia
  • Helpful and friendly staff during check in and check out.
    Kelly
    Malaysia
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Nearest transportation options

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Wynyard Railway Station is within 0.32 km

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Martin Place Railway Station is within 0.35 km

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9.6Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
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There are 398 places in walking distance!

Walkable places

  • Dobell Memorial Sculpture
    40 m
  • The National Opal Collection
    100 m
  • Australia Square
    100 m
  • Opal Discovery Centre
    140 m
  • Ivy Bar
    150 m
  • The Rocks
    710 m
  • Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
    720 m
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    750 m
  • Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
    790 m
  • The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk
    850 m

Closest landmarks

  • Ryan’s Bar
    70 m
  • Hunter Connect Pharmacy
    120 m
  • Tank Stream Bar
    130 m
  • Consulate of Japan
    140 m
  • George Street Medical Centre
    150 m

Good to know

Value for money9.0
Distance to city center0.1km
Location rating9.6
Nearest airportSydney Airport (SYD)
Distance to airport8.9 km

Select your room

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Business Class Room

34 m²/366 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 king bed or 1 queen bed

9.8

Exceptional

Room comfort
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Scale
  • Shower
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
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Deluxe Balcony Room

32 m²/344 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 king bed
  • Street view
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom phone
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Scale
  • Separate shower/bathtub
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Deluxe King Room

34 m²/366 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 king bed

9.6

Exceptional

Room comfort
  • Street view
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom phone
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Scale
  • Shower
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Superior Room

34 m²/366 ft²
Max 3 adults
1 queen bed or 1 king bed

9.3

Exceptional

Room comfort
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom phone
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Scale
  • Separate shower/bathtub
  • Shower
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Heritage King Room

34 m²/366 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 queen bed

10.0

Exceptional

Room comfort
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Walk-in shower
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Premier Accessible Room

32 m²/344 ft²
Max 2 adults
1 double bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Accessible vanities
  • Bathtub grab bar
  • Lowered view port in door
  • Mobility accessibility
  • Non-slip grab bar
  • Roll-in shower
  • Transfer shower
  • Electric kettle
  • Accessible toilet
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Studio Spa Suite

41 m²/441 ft²
Max 3 adults
1 king bed

10.0

Exceptional

Room comfort
  • Street view
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom phone
  • Bathtub
  • Cleaning products
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Scale
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Premier Twin Room

34 m²/366 ft²
Max 4 adults
2 double beds or 2 single beds
Fits groups
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Shower
  • Towels
  • Whirlpool bathtub
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Telephone
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Business Class Room

34 m²/366 ft²
Max 3 adults
  • Non-smoking
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Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

56 m²/603 ft²
Max 4 adults
1 king bed
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Cleaning products
  • Hair dryer
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toiletries
  • Towels

About us

Set in a restored 19th‑century sandstone landmark in the CBD, Paradox Sydney blends heritage grandeur with bold contemporary design and quirky art. Ideal for two travelers, it offers boutique cocktails, rooftop vibes, a private urban sanctuary, on‑site dining with a crafted cocktail list and refined restaurant menu, with iconic city attractions within easy reach. In the heart of Sydney CBD, Paradox places two travelers minutes from the Opera House, Circular Quay and Queen Victoria Building. Relax at an elegant bar, swim in the indoor pool and grab fresh fruit and snacks between adventures. Rooms for two include private balconies or terraces (some overlooking a peaceful courtyard or lively street), secure in‑room safes, mini refrigerators, spa toiletries and refreshing showers. Expertly curated tours and easy transport links make exploring the harbour, dining and shopping effortless. [Some content may be Generative AI assisted. Inaccuracies may occur.]
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More about Paradox Sydney

More about Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney

See the best of Sydney with a stay at Paradox Sydney, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations. Paradox Sydney puts numerous activities at your fingertips, with its convenient location just 1.1 km from the Sydney Opera House.
The facilities and services provided by Paradox Sydney ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. The hotel provides taxi services to help you find what you want in Sydney. Parking is always available, provided by the hotel for their driving guests.
While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's tours.
The hotel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment. Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Paradox Sydney. The hotel provides linen service and blackout curtains in some rooms for the benefit of guests. The multiple room layout options at Paradox Sydney include rooms with separate living room and balcony or terrace. Keep your entertainment options wide, even in your room, with a range of facilities, including television available in select rooms. The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms. Paradox Sydney also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes in bathrooms for select rooms. Selected room rates may have access to the executive lounge provides high-end services in an atmosphere of sophisticated luxury.

Dining and things to do

Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at Paradox Sydney. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage, hot tub, steam room and spa. The hotel's on-site pool invites you every day for a cooling dip or a few refreshing laps. For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the hotel's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy.

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Amenities and facilities

Exceptional9.0

Facilities

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Arabic
  • Chinese [Cantonese]
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Danish
  • Dutch
  • Finnish
  • French
  • German
  • Hindi
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Nepali
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Swedish
  • Thai
  • Turkish
  • Vietnamese
Accessibility
  • On-site accessible restaurants / lounges
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Computer station
  • Fitness center
  • Gym/fitness
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Steamroom
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool [indoor]
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast in room
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hotel room service app
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • A la carte breakfast
  • A la carte in restaurant
  • Alcohol
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast service
  • Buffet in restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Desserts in restaurant
  • Fruits/snacks
  • International cuisine in restaurant
  • Restaurant breakfast
  • Restaurant dinner
  • Restaurant lunch
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
  • Snack bar
  • Western breakfast
  • Western cuisine in restaurant
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Audio-visual equipment for special events
  • Concierge
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Grooming service
  • Heating in public area
  • Indoor venue for special events
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Meetings
  • Projector/LED display
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Salon
  • Seminars
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area unavailable
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family/child friendly
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed unavailable
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car power charging station
  • Taxi service
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Adapter
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Blackout curtains
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Extra long bed
  • Free bottled water
  • Fruits/snacks
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • iPod docking station
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laptop safe box
  • Linens
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Radio
  • Safety/security feature
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Scale
  • Shower
  • Sleep comfort items
  • Slippers
  • Smoke detector
  • Socket near the bed
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • Wake-up service
  • Walk-in shower
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Bentley Restaurant
  • Menu: Buffet
Lady Fairfax Room
  • No additional information available
Fax Bar
  • No additional information available

Location

O'CONNELL STREET 27, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia, 2000

Exceptional9.6

Location

Airports
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    8.9 km
  • Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)
    45.1 km
Public transportation
  • Wynyard Railway Station
    320 m
  • Martin Place Railway Station
    350 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Hunter Connect Pharmacy
    120 m
Shopping
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    750 m
Convenience store
  • EzyMart
    110 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    50 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • The Rocks
    710 m
  • Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
    720 m
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    750 m
  • Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
    790 m
  • The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk
    850 m
  • Sydney Opera House
    1.1 km
  • Darling Harbour
    1.3 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
    1.5 km
  • Bondi Beach
    6.7 km
  • Manly Beach
    10.5 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Dobell Memorial Sculpture
    40 m
  • Ryan’s Bar
    70 m
  • The National Opal Collection
    100 m
  • Australia Square
    100 m
  • Hunter Connect Pharmacy
    120 m
  • Tank Stream Bar
    130 m
  • Opal Discovery Centre
    140 m
  • Consulate of Japan
    140 m
  • Ivy Bar
    150 m
  • George Street Medical Centre
    150 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

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

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out until: 12:00
  • Reception open until: 23:59
  • Check-out from: 23:59
  • Check-in until: 11:59
Getting around
  • Distance from city center: 0.1km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes): 25
Extras
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee: 0 AUD
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price): 50 AUD
The property
  • Year property opened: 2000
  • Number of floors: 13
  • Room voltage: 220
  • Number of rooms : 364
  • Most recent renovation: 2016
  • Non-smoking rooms/floors: yes
  • Number of restaurants: 2
  • Number of bars/lounges: 1
  • License Id / Local Tax ID/ Entity Name: 62084097996
Parking
  • Daily parking fee: 85 AUD

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From 1,271 reviews

  • Cleanliness score 9.5 out of 10 and is a high score in Sydney
  • Facilities score 9 out of 10 and is a high score in Sydney
  • Location score 9.6 out of 10 and is a high score in Sydney
  • Service score 9.5 out of 10 and is a high score in Sydney
  • Value for money score 9 out of 10 and is a high score in Sydney

Review summary

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Guests have praised the excellent and friendly staff, who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. The location is also a highlight, with convenient access to Circular Quay and other popular attractions. Rooms are clean and comfortable, with some mentioning their spaciousness and amenities. A delicious breakfast is offered as well, making for a great start to the day.

Some guests have noted inconsistent room amenities, impacting the overall experience.

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  1. 10.0Exceptional

    Jonghwa from South Korea
    Couple
    Superior Room
    Stayed 1 night in June 2025

    “Accommodation for couples traveling to Sydney.”

    I stayed for 3 nights at Hilton, and then I extended my stay for an additional night, and I was very satisfied. They allowed early check-in and late check-out, making it a more relaxed trip. Its location is slightly less convenient than Hilton, but it's close to the Opera House, so I could take a walk there in the morning, which was very nice. The room was spacious with high ceilings, and having a bathtub allowed me to relieve my fatigue with a soak, and the hot water came out very well. Haha. After check-out, they took care of my luggage, so I could comfortably wander around until my flight time, and generally, all the staff were much friendlier than at Hilton. There was construction in front of the hotel, but there was no noise at all in the room. I was worried about it being an old hotel, but the rooms had been completely remodeled and were clean. I was also satisfied with the bedding! I recommend it.

    Reviewed June 07, 2025
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  2. 10.0Exceptional

    minji from South Korea
    Solo traveler
    Superior Twin Room
    Stayed 3 nights in December 2025

    “I recommend the location, room, and service.”

    Location: You can walk to Circular Quay, The Rocks, and the Opera House. You can also take the tram from Wynyard. There are many bus stops nearby. Room: It was spacious and luxurious. It was a twin bed setup with two queen beds, so it was very comfortable. The bathroom was also large. I really enjoyed my time at the accommodation. The view was just a street view. Service: Everyone was friendly and very helpful. There was also a Korean staff member who kindly saw me off at the end! Thank you.

    Reviewed January 03, 2026
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  3. 10.0Exceptional

    NAMIKO from Japan
    Couple
    Superior Room
    Stayed 5 nights in October 2025

    “The staff is kind, and the location is good.”

    There are stairs at the entrance, but staff always kindly offer assistance when you have luggage. They always greet you with a smile as you pass through the lobby. It's a good location, just a 5-6 minute walk to Circular Quay, a 5-minute walk to Wynyard Station and Martin Place Station, and a 10-minute walk to the shopping center, including Myer department store. Mineral water (small bottle) is replenished daily, no toothbrushes provided, the hair dryer has sufficient airflow, the shower (fixed) has decent water pressure, and the shampoo can make your hair feel rough, so it's recommended to bring your own from Japan. Room service can be ordered in advance through the web with prepayment, and the food quality was good.

    Reviewed October 12, 2025
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  4. 10.0Exceptional

    Mina from Japan
    Couple
    Standard Atrium View Room
    Stayed 1 night in August 2025

    “The room is spacious and comfortable! They let us use the gym and pool even after check-out.”

    The room was very spacious and comfortable! The bed was big and clean, and I would like to use it again. After getting caught in the rain in Sydney and feeling like I was going to catch a cold, they even let me take a shower in the pool after checkout! I am very grateful!

    Reviewed August 24, 2025
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  5. 10.0Exceptional

    Ubonratl from Thailand
    Family with young children
    Heritage King Room
    Stayed 3 nights in July 2026

    “Very good stay ”

    The hotel is in walking distance to Circular Quay and shopping area. It is in good spot - just 350 meter from the train station. It is a big room with bath tub. The service for the hotel team is impressive. My flight is cancelled by the airline, they hep to make a phone call to airline for me. Thank you so much !! 👍🏻

    Reviewed July 12, 2026
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