Paradox Sydney is a hotel many Sydneysiders will already know well. Formerly the Radisson Blu, it’s a property I’ve both stayed at and dined in numerous times over the years, long before its recent rebrand. What hasn’t changed is its sense of quiet grandeur — the kind you feel the moment you step inside. Housed within a beautifully restored 19th-century sandstone building, the hotel sits in O’Connell Street, perfectly positioned between Sydney’s CBD and Circular Quay. It’s an

Image Credit: Justin Nicholas Location 25hours Hotel The Olympia Set within the heritage-listed former Olympia Theatre, 25hours Hotel The Olympia  is Sydney’s newest boutique hotel — and the first Australian property for the globally recognised 25hours brand. Opening in October 2025, the hotel sits at the meeting point of Paddington, Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Kings Cross and Moore Park, placing it firmly in the heart of Sydney’s creative and cultural corridor. Rather than f

Sydney Opera House Seeing a performance at the Sydney Opera House  is one of those memorable Sydney experiences — but where you stay can make a surprisingly big difference to how the night ends. Most shows finish late, crowds funnel out all at once, and public transport around Circular Quay can feel hectic after a major performance. Having accommodation within easy walking distance means you can linger over a post-show drink, avoid packed ferries and trains, and head back to

Terrigal has a new stylish surfside destination, Terrigal Beach House, and I recently had a fab lunch at this gorgeous casual dining...