Set beside the Royal Botanic Gardens, on the eastern edge of downtown, this 31-story sandstone hotel echoes Sydney’s eclectic blend of old and new. Its three-story façade and courtyard are part of the city’s restored Treasury Building, a national landmark dating back to 1851, while the remainder of the tower is a modern high-rise. Guests, therefore, enjoy the amenities of a fully modern hotel—and the panoramic harbor and city views afforded by a high-rise—while at the same time getting a taste of Neoclassical architecture and a sense of the area’s history.

Among those modern amenities, guests will find an indoor pool on the 31st floor with expansive views of Sydney Harbour, a hair and beauty salon, and a spa with several types of massage. Meeting facilities include two fully equipped broadcast studios and reception space for up to 500 people. A fitness center, business center, and valet and room service are all available 24 hours a day.

509 guestrooms and suites appointed with streamlined, contemporary furnishings. All rooms have large window seats beneath mirror-flanked windows, with views of the city or Sydney Harbour. Additional amenities include chaise lounges, minibars, and in-room safes. Bathrobes are provided as well. Guests enjoy both dial-up and high-speed Internet access.

5 STARS. 509 rooms & suites.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Guest Rooms - One King/Queen or two double beds. Designed along classical lines, but with a new, contemporary urban feel. Spacious and full of light, they provide outstanding views of Sydney Harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens and Circular Quay. Maximizing the views, they feature a cushioned window seat, luxurious chaise longue, an oversized work desk.

Executive Harbour View Suites - One King/Queen or two double beds. feature an entrance hall and guest powder room, separate bedroom and living room, king or twin bedroom and a spacious ensuite bathroom. All suites include high-speed internet access and data ports, chaise longue and ottoman, generous oversized bed with feather and down pillows, crisp linen, luxurious throw and bolster and an in-room safe. A generous desk with side unit and an executive chair ensures a stylish and efficient work zone.

Governor Suites - Located on Levels 29 and 30, these suites combine modern luxury with superb harbour views overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Each features an entrance hall with guests’ powder room, L-shaped lounge/dining area, king bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, spacious ensuite bathroom with spa bath, and a state of the art television, video and stereo system.

The State Suite - Located on Level 30, the State Suite offers a premier living space with panoramic views across Sydney Harbour. Spacious, elegant and comfortable, the suite features an entrance hall and guests' powder room, living and dining area with grand piano, gallery kitchen, king bed or twin master bedroom with walk-in dressing room and wardrobe, and an ensuite bathroom with spa.

The Australia Suite - The hotel’s presidential suite is located on Level 29 and features an open-air terrace with dining area, spacious living and dining room with grand piano, fully equipped kitchen and servery, bathroom featuring shower/steam room and spa bath with harbour panorama and a walk-in dressing room.

ATTRIBUTES
• Overlooking one of the world's most stunning harbours.
• Spacious rooms full of light, provide outstanding views of Sydney Harbour, Royal Botanic Gardens and Circular Quay.
• Day Spa, gym, heated indoor swimming pool on the 31st level with sensational Sydney Harbour views.
DINING

Café Opera - This buffet-style restaurant offers a variety of fresh seafood, along with sushi, vegetarian dishes, and international specialties. Café Opera is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
30 Something - Guests dine on modern Australian cuisine with Mediterranean influences while enjoying expansive harbor views at this restaurant on the hotel’s 31st floor. Dining beside the adjacent indoor pool is offered as well (subject to availability).

Sketches - Open for lunch and dinner, this Italian restaurant features an open kitchen where guests can choose their own ingredients for a variety of pasta dishes. Sketches by some of the county’s top cartoonists adorn the walls and add to the upbeat atmosphere.

The Cortile - This ground-floor lounge is located in the courtyard of the original Treasury Building. Guests can enjoy morning coffee, light lunches, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails beneath three tiers of sandstone arches.

24-Hour Room Service.

ACTIVITIES
On-site: The hotel has an indoor pool on the 31st floor, offering guests a chance to swim while enjoying expansive city views.

GOLF
The New South Wales Golf Club is the number-one course in Australia. It is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and Botany Bay. Highlights include English pot-style bunkers and fast-undulating greens. This is a seaside links course.

Moore Park Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course situated approximately 10 minutes from the central business district. This golf club is the closest driving range to the Hotel and is fully equipped. Moore Park is a 3-tier course with 60 covered bays.

The Terrey Hills Golf Course is one of the top five courses in Sydney. A Private Championship Course, Terrey Hills is for international visitors only. For more information, a course tour and scorecard, click on the link below.

SPA & FITNESS
Indulge yourself at the in-house day spa, Fusion Hair and Body. The spa offers a range of services including rejuvenating body treatments and facials, anti-stress massages, hair styling, waxing and tinting, manicures and pedicures and make-up artistry.

InterContinental Sydney's gymnasium has the latest cardiovascular and strength training equipment and is accessible 24 hours. After a good workout take in the spectacular views over Sydney Harbour while relaxing by the heated indoor swimming pool, located on the 31st floor.

LOCATION
Address: 117 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia.

Airport: Kingsford Smith Int'l Airport (SYD) - Approximate driving time is 15–20 minutes and distance is 7.5 miles or 12 kilometers.

AREA ATTRACTIONS
Royal Botanic Gardens - adjacent
Museum of Sydney - adjacent
Harbour Bridge - 100 yards (100 m)
Circular Quay - 100 yards (100 m)
Museum of Contemporary Art - 200 yards (200 m)
Sydney Opera House - 0.25 miles (0.5 km)
The Rocks (historic/entertainment district) - 0.25 miles (0.5 km)
Art Gallery of New South Wales - 0.25 miles (0.5 km)
Darling Harbour - 0.5 miles (1 km)
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre - 1 mile (2 km)
Taronga Zoo - 3 miles (5 km)
Bondi (beach) - 7.5 miles (12 km)

---