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InterContinental Sydney

Rialto Score 8.5+

An InterContinental hotel. Rialto is a IHG Destined agency: book this hotel direct at the VIP rate for benefits that can include priority room upgrades, hotel credits, and more.

Welcome the height of luxury, where heritage wonder and contemporary flair collide. Positioned in the heart of Circular Quay, InterContinental Sydney extends breathtaking panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Set within the beautifully restored Treasury Building of 1851, InterContinental Sydney is renowned as one of the city’s prized icons with 509 guest rooms including 28 luxury suites, an award-winning and world class Club InterContinental lounge and vibrant dining venues. Complete with a $120 million refurbishment elevating rooms, public spaces, bars and restaurants, a new era of luxury awaits.

16 Phillip Street, 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia
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InterContinental Sydney

About InterContinental Sydney

Insider tip

Advance reservations for ASTER rooftop bar are highly recommended. Kindly note a min. spend of A$40/person applies for in-house guests & A$60/person for guests not staying with us from Thurs to Sun.

In the hotel’s own words

Located at the crossroads of culture, dining, nature, entertainment and business, the best of Sydney is mere moments away when you stay at InterContinental Sydney. Walk to the city’s business hubs, or harbourside icons including Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens, The Rocks historic quarter, as well as illustrious bars, restaurants, and shopping precincts. Discover the premier destination for accommodation, events and dining in Sydney’s city.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

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IHG Destined is IHG's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns IHG One Rewards points and elite-night credit, and IHG One Rewards elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • IHG One Rewards points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking

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Rooms and suites

10 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Classic East Harbour View Room
Welcome unobstructed views of eastern Sydney Harbour, spanning picturesque Watson’s Bay and the Royal Botanic Gardens in a East Harbour Room. A dedicated work space, plush window-side lounge and luxe Byredo amenities complete the perfect stay. Available in King or Double configuration.
344 ft²
2Opera House View Room
A world-class window to Sydney’s most treasured landmark, the Opera House Room floats above Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour.
344 ft²
3Harbour Bridge View Room
Wake up to magnificent views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge from your private quarters. With sweeping scenes from the harbour to the coast, the Harbour Bridge Room invites one of Australia’s most memorable accommodation experiences.
Members only
4Classic or Classic City View
Bask in a sea of twinkling city lights from the five-star comfort of your Classic City Room. Positioned in the heart of the Central Business District, the room boasts striking views across Sydney’s cosmopolitan skyline.
Members only
5Club InterContinental Rooms
Located on the higher floors of the hotel, Club InterContinental Rooms offer all of the magnificence of our guest rooms with the added privilege of Club InterContinental access.
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Suites
Size
6Opera House View Suite
Experience elevated travel before a backdrop of mesmerising harbour views in the Signature Harbour Suite. Soaring windows frame magnificent sights from the Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge. A generous, this city sanctuary is ideal for leisure or business with individual bedroom, lounge and work spaces.
Members only
7The City Suite
Revel before Sydney’s twinkling city lights in The City Suite. A generous, the suite boasts views across the stunning cosmopolitan skyline, and is ideal for leisure or business with individual bedroom, lounge and work spaces.
Members only
8Governor Opera Suite
Perfectly situated on the western side of the hotel overlooking the harbour’s icons, this corner suite is brimming with tailored touches that create a refined residence. The spacious Governor Opera Suite features separate living, sleeping, study and dining spaces, resting against a dazzling backdrop of Sydney Harbour.
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9Royal Opera Suite
Welcome pure prestige 30 floors above Sydney’s centre in the Royal Opera Suite. Discover unparalleled outlooks to the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, paired with state-of-the-art décor. Personal touches and exclusive privileges extend a true five-star experience.
Members only
10Presidential Opera Suite
Unrivalled luxury awaits in our most exclusive residence 29 floors above Sydney Harbour. The Presidential Opera Suite is set across a generous, boasts panoramic harbour views from every room, including its private outdoor terrace.
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under IHG Destined always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

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What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn IHG One Rewards points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns IHG One Rewards points and elite-night credit, and IHG One Rewards elite status benefits apply.

What room types does InterContinental Sydney offer?

InterContinental Sydney lists Classic East Harbour View Room, Opera House View Room, Harbour Bridge View Room, Classic or Classic City View, Club InterContinental Rooms, Opera House View Suite and 4 more. Sizes and bed options for each are in the rooms table above.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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