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Paradox Sydney

5.0 star property

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Stunning historic building with a unique corner facade and green dome, offering a glimpse into the city's rich architectural heritage.
Features a large oval sink, sleek countertop, and glass shower enclosure with a mirror and towel.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and chair, surrounded by a unique textured wallpaper and a large window with blue and white curtains.
Work out in style with a range of exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, surrounded by a selection of bottles and glasses on display.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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27 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
  • Circular Quay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sydney Opera House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Paradox Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Paradox Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room Queen Atrium View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premier Room Queen Atrium View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premier Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premier Room King Atrium View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage Queen Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Heritage Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Paradox Studio Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Paradox Studio Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Accessible Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premier Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Balcony Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Balcony Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Heritage King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Business Class Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Business Class Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Balcony Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

One Bedroom Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Room With Atrium View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Excecutive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Paradox Sydney

5-star hotel in Sydney Central Business District
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a full-service spa and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a health club, a bar/lounge, and a steam room are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

Tanya Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials and body treatments. The spa is open select days.
In addition to a full-service spa, Paradox Sydney features an indoor pool and a health club. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 5-star property offers access to a business center and 8 meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 5382 square feet (500 square meters) include a conference center. This luxury hotel also offers a hot tub, a steam room, and spa services. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station. A total renovation of this property was completed in July 2016.

Paradox Sydney is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Bentley Restaurant & Bar - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
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.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

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 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 45 for adults and AUD 25 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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)
  • 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% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1853
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - July 2016
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

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 95.0 per night
Cribs are available on request at the property

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 45 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 75 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 95.0 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

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)

National rating

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. 1185 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1545 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Room very comfortable and clean. Pool very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arrived at 9 AM after leaving our cruise ship. Was able to get my reserved room immediately without waiting for an afternoon check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay we love this place for a city stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

K.T., Ellicott City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property made you feel like a queen. Always willing to help and offer whatever i needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Lovely hotel in great position in the CBD. Very clean and quiet rooms. Would recommend a stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice stay. Room was nicely appointed and very spacious. Hotel staff were friendly. Good buffet breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy, Warkworth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to public transport, eating places and the harbour. Concierge staff were most helpful and special thanks to David who escorted me to the corner of the street to show me the nearest convenience store. Our room was well lit and very clean. Quick check-in and the room was ready well before the 2 pm check-in time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth, Drumheller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this hotel before a cruise. Eveything we needed was close, the room also came with breakfast. Everything for us was good, staff very polite and helpfull. Room was very nice even had a turndown service. We if get the opertunity would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two stays

We stayed twice, prior to and after our cruise. Nice property, well located. Concierge staff were particularly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff and very good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a good stay, no complaints… breakfast buffet was nice, room was good and staff are friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel. Good location for visiting all the sights. The cost of food and beverages were over priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly & helpful, very accommodating & ready to answer all questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and easy access to everything downtown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to work.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, higly recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan David, Tucson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great. We are not easily pleased but were delighted with the cavity and the staff. I left medicine in the fridge by accident and they delivered it right to our cruise ship. The food in the Fax Bar is excellent and reasonably priced. Will come back but will definitely be looking for more Radisson Blu properties.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to check in, even though we were a little early. The room was clean, quiet, had a comfortable bed and was ample size. An easy walk to the harbour at Circular Quay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms need upgrade.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025