Hyatt Regency Sydney — Sydney
World of Hyatt · Hyatt RegencyUpdated reviewed 2026-06-30 · cash rates + editorialSydney, Australia

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney is a large modern waterfront hotel with 878 guestrooms set directly by Darling Harbour in Sydney’s CBD. It offers extensive event space, multiple restaurants and bars including a rooftop option, and a club lounge that appeals to World of Hyatt elite members, though it has no pool.

878 guestrooms including harbour-view options and suitesZephyr Sky Bar rooftop lounge with Darling Harbour viewsClub lounge with breakfast and evening offerings for eligible membersSailmaker restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner4,000 m² of event space with two grand ballroomsSpa and 24-hour fitness centre
Booking this stay

Bookable with World of Hyatt points. Award pricing varies by date and category, so we link straight to the official World of Hyatt award chart for current rates rather than publishing a number that can go stale. Cash rates below are our own observed rack rates, not what the program charges in points.

The verdict

Hyatt Regency Sydney is a large modern waterfront hotel with 878 guestrooms set directly by Darling Harbour in Sydney’s CBD. It offers extensive event space, multiple restaurants and bars including a rooftop option, and a club lounge that appeals to World of Hyatt elite members, though it has no pool.

Globalist breakfast
No · Complimentary breakfast for Globalist members.
Suite Upgrade Awards
No · Confirmed suite-upgrade awards accepted.
Free Wi-Fi for members
Yes · Complimentary internet for members.
About the property

What makes Hyatt Regency Sydney worth the points.

Hyatt Regency Sydney occupies a prime waterfront position at 161 Sussex Street in the Sydney CBD, with direct access to Darling Harbour. The 24-storey property, redeveloped in 2016, functions as one of Sydney’s largest premium hotels and includes 4,000 m² of meeting space, two grand ballrooms, and 21 meeting rooms. Its central location places guests within walking distance of the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, International Convention Centre Sydney, Hyde Park, and numerous restaurants and shops across the pedestrian bridge. Guestrooms range from standard 30 m² units to harbour-view rooms and suites with balconies or panoramic Darling Harbour outlooks. The hotel provides five bars and restaurants, notably Sailmaker for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus the open-air Zephyr Sky Bar on the rooftop. A full-service spa offers massage treatments, while a 24-hour fitness centre is available; the property does not have a pool. Complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and laundry are standard. The hotel stands out for World of Hyatt members due to its club lounge, which supplies breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres. Globalist elites may receive room upgrades to harbour-view accommodations and, on points stays, complimentary parking. Connecting rooms and configurations that accommodate families are available upon request.

When to go

Time it by season, not by luck.

The central Darling Harbour location supports year-round visits for business and leisure travelers.
Nearby attractions such as the aquarium and convention centre draw steady foot traffic throughout the year.
Rooftop bar and harbour views remain popular across seasons given the waterfront setting.
Family-friendly room configurations and connecting rooms suit school-holiday periods when demand rises.
Fine print
  • · Standard parking is charged per night and subject to height restrictions; waivers may apply for certain elite points stays.
  • · The hotel has no pool despite its extensive amenities.
  • · Harbour-view rooms and suites are located in the southwest tower.
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Data freshness
  • // editorial last reviewed 2026-06-30
  • // award pricing: see official World of Hyatt award chart
  • // source: www.hyatt.com

Cash rates are re-checked by hand; live award pricing comes straight from the program rather than a number we publish here — see methodology.