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A historic building with a green dome, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings.
Paradox Studio Spa Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served
A long indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by tiled walls and potted plants.
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $197
$179 nightly
$197 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3

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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

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

Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Business Class Room With Lounge Access

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Business Class Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

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

Deluxe King Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Heritage King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Heritage King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Paradox Studio Spa Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Paradox Studio Spa Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Accessible Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Accessible Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Room King Atrium View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Room Queen Atrium View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room Queen Atrium View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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

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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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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
  • ‪Ryan's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chophouse Sydney - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wintergarden Deli - ‬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.
Grab a bite at Bentley Restaurant & Bar, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 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.
Bentley Restaurant & Bar - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
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
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bentley Restaurant & Bar
  • 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 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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1605 out of 2049 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 2049 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 2049 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 2049 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 2049 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, attentive staff, and good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel and staff, brilliant location for train station etc all food places.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, facilities and excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location in a historic building. Nice rooms and service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great holiday stay, walk to all major areas. Room was great and staff fantastic, always with a friendly smile.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautifully appointed hotel. Great central location. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay. Staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location (construction across the street didn't really affect us).The staff was friendly and helpful and the breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful , perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

H Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay with all the staff very welcoming & helpful. Could not have been in a better location in Sydney!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff all very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoqing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good services, very good location, very good staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with my family of 4 for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel- we had nothing to complain In about
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really attentive staff. Lovely hotel, great room with all facilities required.The buffet breakfast was good as was the bar food.The hotel is also in a great location for tourists.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all friendly and helpful. Service was great. We loved our room. For us, the hotel was in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dipak N

Nice property with excellent & polite staff close to the many points of interest to visit with ample variety of restaurants to explore
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ...breakfast was 5 star Staff were very good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026