The Observatory Hotel
Situated in the heart of Sydney, the Observatory Hotel is one of New South Wales' most respected hotels. Granted Hotel of the Month by the Australian Hotel Association in October 2009, the hotel takes great strides to make guest stays as comfortable and accommodating as possible. The Observatory Hotel is located near the city's historic Rocks, central business district and the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge. Guests have access to the hotel swimming pool, tennis court and full service fitness center. There is also a day spa, 24-hour room service, a business center complete with computer stations and conference facilities. Rooms and suites are all spacious and individually decorated. There are a total of 78 deluxe rooms, nine junior suites, 12 executive suites and the Observatory Suite. Each room includes a mahogany armoire with CD and DVD players and a satellite television. Each private bathroom is done up in marble, with heated towel racks and broadband Internet access. Surfing, hiking, snorkeling, sightseeing, several kinds of tours, cycling and historical sites are all available nearby.
The Observatory Hotel
89-113 Kent Street
Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
+61 2 9256 2222
observatoryhotel.com
Thredbo Alpine Hotel
Situated beneath Mt. Kosciuszko, the highest mountain in Australia, the Tredbo Hotel is the top ski resort in New South Wales. It works with the environment to create a mix of modern amenities and untouched natural beauty. This kind of mountain environment is unique to Australia, and this hotel provides a great way to explore it. The hotel provides free parking, child care, room service and conference facilities. Guests can enjoy tennis, swimming, bike rental, golf and hiking. There are a total of 65 guest rooms, including two suites, five family rooms and a four bedroom apartment that sleeps up to 10. Most rooms include king-sized bed, individual temperature control, in-house movies and television.
Thredbo Alpine Hotel
Thredbo Village Resort
Thredbo NSW 2625
+61 2 6459 4200
rydges.com
Australis Diamond Beach Resort
A perfect beach lover's resort, the Diamond represents the ideal of the beach bum lifestyle. With a quiet village feel, this resort is perfect for families or couples. It is situated right on the water, just a quick 15 minute drive to Forster and three hours to Sydney. There are 68 guestrooms, including beachfront apartments, self-contained villas and family cottages. The hotel provides conference centers for up to 100, a fitness center, swimming pool and spa. There are tennis courts, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, rainforest tours, cruises and horseback riding available nearby. All rooms have different arrangements. Some offer separate living and sleeping areas, king sized beds, but all offer television, private bath and easy access to the water.
Australis Diamond Beach Resort
357 Diamond Beach Road,
Diamond Beach NSW 2430
+61 2 6559 2719
australishotels.com