Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, Sydney

Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection - A heritage-listed 4-star hotel with Art Deco charm, central CBD location, and multiple dining venues

Located on bustling Castlereagh Street between Hyde Park and the Queen Victoria Building, Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection offers 83 boutique rooms with air conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Room types include twin, double, queen, and deluxe suites, some featuring rain showers, minibars, and working desks. The property houses Reagh Bar, serving breakfast and cocktails, and The Alcoves, a modern Australian restaurant for lunch and private meetings. Guests can host events in heritage-listed spaces like Cellos Grand Dining Room, accommodating up to 200 people. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Sydney Tower Eye and 25 minutes from the Opera House, with St James Station adjacent for public transport.

Pros

Heritage-listed Art Deco building with restored 1920s features like crystal chandeliers and high ceilings.

Central location near Hyde Park, Queen Victoria Building, and Sydney Tower Eye.

Multiple dining options, including Reagh Bar’s handcrafted cocktails and The Alcoves’ modern Australian menu.

Function spaces for weddings, meetings, and commercial filming, with capacity for up to 200 guests.

Discounted parking available at Hilton Secure Carpark (259 Pitt Street).

Cons

No on-site parking; discounted rates require advance reservation at a nearby facility.

Smaller boutique rooms (12–14 m²) may feel cramped for guests with excess luggage.