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The Russell Boutique Hotel vs Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney

Both The Russell Hotel and Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney are rated highly by experts. On balance, Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney scores slightly better than The Russell Hotel. Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney comes in at #12 in Sydney with accolades from 8 publications like Oyster, Frommer's and Star Service.

The Russell Boutique Hotel
The Russell Boutique Hotel
8 / 10
143A George St., The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $125 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This is the coziest place to stay in The Rocks, and perhaps in all of Sydney." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"For charm, character, and central location, it's hard to beat this ornate Victorian hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A lovely oldfashioned hotel sits above a historic pub, the Fortune of War."
Time Out Time Out
"With a great location in the middle of the Rocks... the Russell still somehow manages to feel more like a cosy country B&B than a city-centre hotel." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A small hotel with popular shared-bathroom rooms, plus en-suite options; the priciest have views of Circular Quay."
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Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney
Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Hotel Sydney
8 / 10
93 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $146 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Sir Stamford at Circular Quay is located next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Opera House." Full review
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The property is grand, to be sure, but it's also a bit past its prime.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Situated beside Sydney Cove, the Sir Stamford hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the Sydney Opera House and Royal Botanic Gardens." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"The gracious staff provides accommodating yet unobtrusive service that serves as an inspiration for graduates at the adjacent school of hospitality." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
84.8
"The Sir Stamford is the picture of old-world English glamor with its gold-gilded pillars, tiered crystal chandeliers, open fireplaces and 18th-century antiques." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Situated in a part of town known for upmarket hotels, Sir Stamford is a boutique residence full of charm and grace." Full review
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