Sydney Luxury Travel Blog Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay: Local Review

Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay Review: A Local’s Perspective.

For those looking for true luxury Sydney hotels during their stay, the Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay is an exciting offering. Read on to discover why.

With an intriguing history that saw this iconic building start its life as the famous Ritz Carlton back in 1991, the refurbished Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay is truly a unique and compelling option within the luxury Sydney hotel market.

The hotel is located in the exclusive waterside suburb of Double Bay, synonymous with style in Sydney, with a Rodeo Drive feel, excellent local fashion, shopping, dining and other luxury services such as day spas available.

Although the Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay is only 10 minutes from the city centre by road, there is a distinctly relaxed, effortless style to the suburb that will have great appeal for discerning guests looking to immerse themselves into a quiet and ambient part of Sydney, without any sacrifice on quality. It’s worth noting that the hotel is the only 5-star Sydney hotel option outside of the city centre.

Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay has 140 rooms available with select suites that allow exclusive access to the newly refurbished executive lounge, private check-in, complimentary breakfast, all-day refreshments and evening canapés and drinks. Many rooms have private balconies with water views out over the extensive Sydney Harbour and all rooms surround a French provincial courtyard which forms the heart of the building.

To add to the Sydney luxury travel experience, the hotel offers its guests in-house venues such as The Bar, where “classic cocktail bar meets 1920s piano lounge” chic, and decadent cocktails and classic Italian, Australian and European cuisine are on offer. Located in the ground floor retail space is renowned Sake Japanese Restaurant and Bar which won over Sydney diners in its original Argyle Street location in The Rocks. Meanwhile, the rooftop pool and lounge offers a luxurious retreat with spectacular views over the bay in a relaxed Mediterranean inspired space.

This is a hotel that ticks all of the boxes for the luxury traveller. It offers true 5-star quality that is close to the city by either road or water, combines a rich architectural and social history with plush style and ease, and gives its guests the opportunity to get closer to the local Sydney heartbeat while still enjoying absolute luxury. Whether an international visitor, independent traveller or a Sydney local looking for a special getaway, the Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay should be on your style radar.

See Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay for more information, and if you’re looking to include some exceptional Sydney private tours into your itinerary, contact us and let’s make your next visit unforgettable. For more general ideas, see our Sydney hotel advice for an overview of luxury Sydney hotels based on location.

See you soon in Sydney,

The YSG Team.