Why Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Should Be Your Next Sydney Stay

Soak in a private tub, take in the cityscape from your room or walk to some of the NSW capital’s hottest nightspots. Find out why the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel should be at the top of your list for your next Sydney getaway.

Explore Sydney’s most iconic corners

The key to uncovering every corner of Sydney is having a good base. The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel is located in the heart of the CBD and is under a 10-minute walk to the Royal Botanic Garden and Hyde Park. Visit the sights of Circular Quay then hop on a ferry across Sydney Harbour to Manly Beach or perhaps Taronga Zoo, where you can get up close to the giraffes. The hotel is also near the city’s bustling nightlife. Stop into Ragazzi, hidden down Angel Place, for a plate of cacio e pepe or head to Shell House and theClock Tower bar for a Sicilian Margarita made with tequila, limoncello, Sichuan pepper and lemon.

Work on your wellness

If wellness is a priority, the Radisson Blu has you covered. Ask the concierge about nearby running and walking routes or hit the hotel’s gym, 15-metre lap pool, health club and spa. The latter, named Tanya, features skin treatments and massages, including Swedish and Indian techniques. Opt for a Spa suite and continue the treatments back inside your room by soaking in a deep tub fitted with massaging jets.

Stay in sophisticated luxury

Inside the hotel’s Beaux Arts exterior are 338 rooms and 26 luxe suites. Silk curtains, vibrant blue velvet occasional seating and metallic-flecked wallpaper add to the sophistication of the interiors at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel. 

The Standard Room includes marble bathrooms, pillow menus, bathrobes, slippers. Elevate the experience with a stay in the High Floor Deluxe Room – Balcony found on the 11th and 12th floor of the hotel. Here, the king-size bed sits in front of floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open out to a Juliet balcony with views across the CBD. 

Travelling for work? Opt for the Business Class Room, which includes complimentary garment pressing Or stay in the Executive Suite, on the 9th floor, has an open-plan layout complete with a lounge room and sunken bedroom, plus an ensuite bathroom with a standalone tub. Guests also gain access to the exclusive Business Class lounge on the 10th floor, serving breakfast, evening drinks and canapés daily. The hotel is also home to nine meeting spaces for hire – from modern conference rooms to heritage listed boardrooms.

Indulge in the city’s best dining

The heritage building originally housed John Fairfax and Sons, of newspaper publishing fame. Part of that history has been held onto in the lobby’s Fax Bar. The sleek spot sees a Martini selection – of the classic, espresso, lychee and passionfruit variety – alongside hotel classics like a Bloody Mary or Pisco Sour. High tea is also on offer, from the traditional offering of items such as salmon and dill cream sandwiches, mushroom quiches, curry puffs and sweet pastries to chocolate-themed or gluten free, vegan and kid-friendly menus

The hotel is also home to the hatted fine diner Bentley Restaurant + Bar from restaurateurs Nick Hildebrandt and Brent Savage. The Modern Australian restaurant serves dishes, including bluefin tuna, sea urchin and sunrise lime, and Bangalow pork neck, celtuce and macadamia.