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Paradox Studio Spa Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe - Paradox Sydney (Sydney)
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Sydney sanctuary with indoor pool

Marble-clad hallways lead to a warm saltwater pool and Turkish hammam in the historic building's heart. After exploring the nearby Royal Botanic Gardens, unwind with craft cocktails at the sophisticated bar lounge. The spa offers indulgent treatments before retiring to your pillowtop bed.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Business Class Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Balcony Room

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Paradox Studio Spa Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Accessible Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room King Atrium View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room Queen Atrium View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds

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Paradox Executive Suite

  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Paradox One Bedroom Spa Suite

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Paradox Executive Suite

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Premier Room Queen Atrium View

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Heritage King Room

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Paradox Studio Spa Suite

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Deluxe Balcony Room

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About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Paradox Sydney is in Sydney Central Business District, a walkable area in Sydney with great shopping. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at The Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens. Don't miss out on a visit to Taronga Zoo. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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27 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • The Domain
    The Domain
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pitt Street Mall
    Pitt Street Mall
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Circular Quay
    Circular Quay
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens
    Royal Botanic Gardens
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Opera House
    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
  • Chophouse Sydney
    2 min walk
  • Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney
    2 min walk
  • Spice Temple Sydney
    2 min walk

About this property

Paradox Sydney

Luxury hotel near Pitt Street Mall
Located close to Circular Quay and The Domain, Paradox Sydney provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial, and a massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, dinner, light fare, and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a steam room.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, massage treatment rooms, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 364 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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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

  • 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

  • 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% 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
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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 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 45 for adults and AUD 25 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
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)

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Paradox Sydney have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 AM.

Is Paradox Sydney pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for AUD 85 per night.

What time is check-in at Paradox Sydney?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Paradox Sydney?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Paradox Sydney located?

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pitt Street Mall, The Domain, and Circular Quay. Royal Botanic Gardens and The Rocks Markets are also within 15 minutes. Wynyard Station is 5 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Paradox Sydney Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1537 out of 1961 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1961 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1961 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1961 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1961 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location in a historic building. Nice rooms and service.
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
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
Verified

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

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

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 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

8/10 Good

Eugenia

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

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, location is excellent and close to the cruise pier and Sydney Opera House, just a short walk away. Breakfast was outstanding with a great selection. Staff was amazing as well. Wouls definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service and upgrade, along with super helpful concierge staff. Will definitely be staying again on my next trip to Sydney
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is as terrific as well as the staff!! Such nice and friendly service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff very friendly and helpful. Location was perfect for access to Quay for cruise. Easy access to other sites in area. Breakfast was awesome. Very good value. Would definately stay there again if we return to Australia
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Breakfast was exceptional. Also the room fascinatingly large, nice tub, updated like new. Love the old building still in tact on the mezzanine. I want to go back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was clean, in good condition, and the bed was comfortable. Instant coffee, teabags, sweeteners, and milk were available in the room along with an electric kettle. Check in and out was simple and quick, staff were friendly and helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Staff were friendly and attentive. Power points next to bed and all around room. Water pressure was Fanta and beds very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hannah Grace

rooms are getting a bit old and tired, great hotel for location and ease of use though
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean room, helpful staff, nuce amenities, very nice breakfast buffet, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed hotel in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and beautiful room heritage king Very friendly staff and helpful Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff , location and impressive rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026