Where to Stay?
Harbour Rocks Hotel
Located in the heart of Sydney, The Harbour Rocks Hotel is a beautiful yet intimate 4.5 star, 59 room boutique hotel, steeped in the history of the famous Rocks precinct. The hotel was established in Sydney in 1887 and is a heritage-listed building. Perfectly located just a short stroll from Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, this boutique hotel accommodation offers a variety of comfortable guest rooms to choose from. They’re designed to suit the needs of both the professional business and experienced leisure traveller. Built by twelve convict carpenters, and sixteen hired men, it offers a fascinating glimpse into Sydney’s past and is a unique base from which to explore the city today.
Address: 34 Harrington St, The Rocks, NSW 2000 | Official Website: Click Here
Harbour Rocks Hotel was once an old factory
Studio Suite
Such a helpful guide! Unfortunately I didn’t get to visit The Rocks neighborhood when I was in Sydney years ago, but I’ll definitely bookmark this post for when I plan my return visit. And Le Pain Quotidien looks like it definitely provides for a cool dining experience!
Oh yes Dana, The Rocks is the best place to experience Sydney… it brings a lot of character to the city that is famous for its white sails of the Opera House. The lanes and by-lanes are the best to explore as it has a lot of interesting stories! Our guide did a fantastic job transporting us back in time! They even have a Ghost Tour which I am yet to experience. 🙂
You’ve made Sydney look so lovely. The view from the YHA is just magically. Perfect day to be near the water. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Interesting….
I love the Rocks. There’s just so many layers of history there. And Le Pain Quotidien? My fave place to eat breakfast!
Sydney is one of the world’s great cities … and even in winter, it’s quite a delightful place to be weatherwise!
Very handsome architecture, Rosemarie, especially silhouetted against such a brilliant blue sky. I just love the restoration and repurposing of old industrial architecture. What an asset to Sydney–would love to visit!