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Hotel · ★★★★★ · [InterContinental](https://stayversus.com/en/brands/intercontinental/)

# InterContinental Sydney By IHG

Quay Quarter, Sydney, Australia

9.1 ·  Excellent 1,856 reviews ·  #18 #18 of 463 in Sydney ·  9.4 Location score
## About InterContinental Sydney By IHG

InterContinental Sydney By IHG is a hotel in Quay Quarter, Sydney, Australia. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 1,856 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, gym, 24-hour room service. It is 1.7 km from the centre of Sydney. The nearest beach is 660 m away. The nearest airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), is 9.7 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 509

- **Floors:** 20

- **Opened:** 1981

- **Last renovated:** 2022

- **Chain:** InterContinental

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 20

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## How InterContinental Sydney By IHG scores

Better rated than 96% of hotels in Sydney

-   Guest rating **9.1**
-   Location **9.4**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **3.0**
-   Beach access **8.1**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Sydney average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarGym24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **100**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **40**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">660 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">APM Siding</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">40 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">22 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sydney</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Museum of Sydney50 m
-   Royal Australian Historical Society110 m
-   Justice and Police Museum140 m
-   Second World War Servicewomen Memorial170 m
-   Palace Garden Gate180 m
-   Customs House Square190 m

## InterContinental Sydney By IHG: in detail

At InterContinental Sydney By IHG, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Amenities at taxi offered by InterContinental Sydney By IHG simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Sydney. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, utilize the convenient dry cleaning service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few chosen rooms are equipped with daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. An additional advantage for guests is the executive lounge, which offers an outstandingly cozy and excellently furnished environment for relaxation. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at InterContinental Sydney By IHG, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. At InterContinental Sydney By IHG, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At InterContinental Sydney By IHG, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool. At the hotel fitness center, you have the option to engage in your daily exercise routine or simply alleviate your jet lag by breaking a sweat.

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## Questions about InterContinental Sydney By IHG

### How do guests rate InterContinental Sydney By IHG?

InterContinental Sydney By IHG has a guest rating of 9.1 out of 10 from 1,856 reviews, which is better than 96% of rated hotels in Sydney.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at InterContinental Sydney By IHG?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does InterContinental Sydney By IHG include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does InterContinental Sydney By IHG have a pool?

Yes, InterContinental Sydney By IHG has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at InterContinental Sydney By IHG?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is InterContinental Sydney By IHG from the airport?

The nearest airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), is 9.7 km away in a straight line.

### Is InterContinental Sydney By IHG close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 660 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does InterContinental Sydney By IHG have?

InterContinental Sydney By IHG has 509 rooms on 20 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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