Set within a beautifully restored sandstone building in the heart of Sydney’s historic Sandstone Precinct, Capella Sydney brings a new level of quiet sophistication to the city’s luxury scene. Once the Department of Education, this grand heritage building has been reimagined into a serene, design-led sanctuary — where high ceilings, arched windows and heritage details meet contemporary Australian art, warm lighting and intuitive service.
The hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring Sydney — just a short walk from Circular Quay, the Opera House, and the Royal Botanic Garden — yet inside, it feels calm and cocooned. There’s a peaceful spa and wellness centre, complete with a 20-metre heated pool, vitality pools, sauna and steam room, as well as a state-of-the-art gym and yoga space. Capella’s signature Living Room concept offers daily refreshments and cultural programming for guests, creating a residential feel that’s more private club than traditional hotel.
Dining is equally refined. Brasserie 1930, the hotel’s flagship restaurant, serves modern Australian dishes with a French twist, while McRae Bar brings a sense of old-world glamour to pre-dinner drinks or late-evening nightcaps. Whether you’re here for a romantic city break, a stopover between destinations, or a slow weekend staycation, Capella Sydney wraps you in understated luxury from the moment you arrive.
Capella Sydney sits in the city’s Sandstone Precinct, just minutes from Circular Quay, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and Sydney’s famed harbourfront. The airport is around 25 minutes by car, and the hotel’s central position makes it ideal for exploring both the cultural landmarks and waterside restaurants of the city on foot.
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Rooms at Capella Sydney feel more like private residences than hotel suites — spacious, serene, and beautifully layered. No two are quite the same, but each is designed with the same attention to detail: soft lighting, warm timber, curated Australian art, and a palette of deep blues, neutrals and golds that mirrors the city’s harbour-meets-sandstone setting.
Even the entry-level rooms are generously sized, with high ceilings, oversized windows, and bathrooms that invite long, quiet evenings — think deep standalone tubs, double vanities, and plush robes made for staying in. Thoughtful extras like in-room tablets for ordering, a complimentary bar stocked with local treats, and luxury amenities come as standard.
If you’re after more room to unwind, the Capella Suites and Liberty Suites offer separate living areas, elevated city views, and even your own bar — ideal for longer stays or a more residential feel. Whichever you choose, this is the kind of space you’ll genuinely look forward to returning to after a day exploring Sydney.
Yes — families are welcome, and interconnecting rooms are available. Capella Sydney’s Little Stars programme celebrates mini travellers. Designed for families, Capella Sydney offers special in-room amenities and curated activity programmes. That said, the tone is elegant and peaceful, making it especially suited to couples or solo travellers.
Absolutely — the Opera House, The Rocks, and the Royal Botanic Garden are all within walking distance. The hotel is ideally located for exploring on foot or bicycle.
Check-in is from 3pm, and check-out is by 12pm.
Yes — valet parking is available at the hotel (additional charges apply). Your Swords Travel Associate can help arrange this.
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