Paradox Sydney

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A historic building with a classical facade, large windows, and a flag.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a large potted plant, and a view of a staircase.

A dining room with a table set for four, a waiter, and a child with a teddy bear.

A gym with multiple treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$199 nightly

$219 total

Total with taxes and fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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27 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000

Place, Circular Quay
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Pitt Street Mall
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Sydney Opera House
‪12 min walk‬
Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Business Class Room With Lounge Access

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Premier Accessible Room

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a blue sofa, and a television.

Business Class Room

Exceptional

366 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

Deluxe Balcony Room

366 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a blue armchair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe King Room

366 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Heritage King Room

Exceptional

366 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small round table with a vase, and a blue armchair.

Heritage Queen Room

Exceptional

344 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, two blue armchairs, a small round table, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Paradox Studio Spa Suite

Exceptional

570 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Premier Accessible Room

Exceptional

344 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Premier Room King Atrium View

Exceptional

344 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a large window.

Premier Room Queen Atrium View

Exceptional

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Premier Twin Room

Wonderful

366 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds
Free WiFi

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Paradox Executive Suite

926 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a small table.

Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

603 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

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$196 nightly

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

About the neighborhood

Sydney

Paradox Sydney is centrally located in Sydney, a 5-minute walk from Pitt Street Mall and 7 minutes by foot from Circular Quay. .This luxury hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sydney Opera House and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from The Domain.

What's nearby

Circular Quay - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
The Domain - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Martin Place - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Pitt Street Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Sydney Opera House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

Wynyard Station - 5 min walk
Sydney Circular Quay Station - 6 min walk
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Petit Loulou - ‬2 min walk
‪Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney - ‬2 min walk
‪Ryan's Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪Chophouse Sydney - ‬2 min walk
‪Matteo Downtown - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney offers 364 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a steam room.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials and body treatments. The spa is open select days.

Make yourself at home in one of the 364 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. LCD televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Sydney? This hotel has 5382 square feet (500 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Paradox Sydney has a restaurant on site.

Lady Fairfax Room - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.

Fax Bar - This lobby lounge specializes in international cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Valet parking on site (AUD 85 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 50 for adults and AUD 30 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

Fax Bar
Lady Fairfax Room

Things to do

24-hour gym
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Steam room
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Indoor pool
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

8 meeting rooms
Business center
Conference center (5,382 square feet of space)

Full-service spa

2 treatment rooms
Facials
Massage
Spa open select days

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Elevator (38 inch wide door)
High-pile carpet in room
Magnifying mirror
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (46 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

12 floors
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 80% organic food
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1853
Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally sourced food prioritized
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Champagne service
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Recycling
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 210.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 50 for adults and AUD 30 for children
Valet parking fee: AUD 85 per night (in/out privileges)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 210.0 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay

Cashless transactions are available

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Parking height restrictions apply

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney

Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney

Radisson Blu Sydney Plaza

Sydney Plaza Hotel

Radisson Sydney

Sydney Radisson

Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney Hotel

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney Sydney

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney Hotel Sydney

Paradox Sydney Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Apr 21, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location in a historic building. Nice rooms and service.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Paradox Sydney

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property class

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