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Sydney’s first luxury hotel on the beach is about to arrive

Rachael ThompsonBy Rachael Thompson
This luxurious coastal escape is bringing an elevated beachside living to Sydney’s East this summer.

Sydney’s East is about to get a serious upgrade with the arrival of InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach announced for December 2025. The opening comes just in time for summer, offering tourists and locals alike a new accommodation on Sydney’s iconic eastern coastline at Coogee Beach. The accommodation will fill a notable gap in Sydney’s accommodation market, building on the strong reputation of the InterContinental brand.

The exterior of Intercontinental Sydney Coogee Beach
The breezy hotel will fill a notable gap in Sydney’s accommodation market.

The InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach is a significant refurbishment and transformation of the former Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach building. What now stands is a 5-star resort-style hotel that blends laid-back beachside living with sophisticated coastal elegance. Swathed in chic neutral tones that reflect the coastal surrounds, the 198 spacious and elegantly appointed guest rooms and 22 suites feature curved joinery and furnishings, bright whites and subtle textures, all of which make way for ocean views.

A guestroom with ocean views at InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach
Wake up to spectacular ocean views.

For the ultimate coastal escape or luxe staycation, the suites feature indoor-outdoor designs, spacious lounges, refined finishes and luxurious outdoor baths. Public spaces are breezy, blurring the line between the indoors and outdoors and inviting guests to switch on holiday mode. 

Guest room at intercontinental sydney coogee beach
The calming guest rooms and suites are swathed in chic neutral tones.

Wellness will be central to InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach. Guests can kickstart their mornings with sunrise yoga by the ocean or a game of pickleball on the hotel’s dedicated courts. Or perhaps an indulgent treatment at the onsite day spa. A leisure deck featuring an ocean-facing infinity edge swimming pool, poolside bar and outdoor event terrace will be the ultimate place to spend warm summer days. 

A balcony with ocean views at InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach
The hotel sits adjacent to one of the city’s most iconic beaches.

There will be two distinct restaurants onsite that will bring fresh flavours to the city’s culinary landscape and complement the hotel’s idyllic beachfront setting. Shutters Restaurant & Bar will offer modern Australian cuisine with Mediterranean influences, and Rick Stein will bring his signature seaside dining style to the Australian flagship restaurant, Rick Stein at Coogee Beach. Stein’s highly anticipated eatery will seat 224 patrons who can indulge in fresh seafood plates such as Singapore chilli crab and Nelson Bay mahi mahi, all to be enjoyed while taking in sweeping ocean vistas. 

The pool terrace at intercontinental sydney coogee beach
The outdoor pool and terrace will be the ultimate spot to spend summer days.

The hotel is set to open in two phases with the guestrooms and suites and Shutters Restaurant & Bar opening in December, and the leisure deck, day spa and Club InterContinental scheduled to open in March 2026. 

The combination of prime beachfront location, 5-star facilities, world-class dining and a focus on wellness will set InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach apart from the city’s other accommodation offerings.

Rachael Thompson
Rachael Thompson is Australian Traveller's Evergreen Editor and a self-proclaimed cheese and Chablis connoisseur. In her role, she creates and manages online content that remains relevant and valuable over time. With a background in publishing and e-commerce in both interior design and travel, Rachael is dedicated to curating engaging content that informs and inspires. She began her career at Belle magazine, then went on to become Senior Content Producer at Homes to Love focusing on Australian House & Garden and Belle, followed by Editor at Bed Threads. Her work has also appeared in Qantas Travel Insider. When she's not writing, editing, or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars, and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list are Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park and Lord Howe Island.
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Harbour views and seasonal luxuries: this Sydney hotel is elevating Christmas

    Aaron GillBy Aaron Gill
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    Luxury meets hyper-local hospitality with an exclusive Christmas stay package and menu you’ll want to be present for.

    An Aussie Christmas is like no other. December signals the start of summer, celebrations and festive cheer. While Mariah Carey might not have defrosted just yet, we’ve got less than 100 days left of the year. So it’s time to start planning. Christmas at Park Hyatt Sydney is reimagined with a luxurious festive stay package. Celebrate with a curated summer tote, a special seasonal menu that captures the flavours of a Sydney summer and cocktails crafted to capture the spirit of a harbourside Christmas.

    This is your sign to skip the end-of-year chaos and let Christmas be taken care of for you.

    A stay at Park Hyatt

    couple with champagne on the balcony of their park hyatt sydney room
    Gaze out from your balcony to see Sydney’s icons.

    If you love a room with a view, imagine waking up on Christmas Day to the sound of waves and a sunrise over the iconic Sydney Opera House. Step out to your private balcony to soak in the sun, and you’ll find you’re on the doorstep to the coastal cobblestone charm of Sydney’s very own Christmas boulevard, The Rocks.

    Enter Park Hyatt Sydney, a 155-room harbour-side hotel, centered in the beating heart of a historic neighbourhood, seamlessly blending life’s little luxuries with living like a local. Spend long, summer days lounging by the rooftop pool with 360-degree views of this harbour city or indulge in tailored treatments at The Spa.

    aerial of park hyatt sydney rooftop pool
    Spend summer days by the rooftop pool.

    Be seated in The Dining Room, overlooking sparkling waters, to taste the vibrancy of an Australian summer. Led by Executive Chef Tyson Gee, discover a lunch and dinner menu that heroes coastal ingredients.

    The festive stay package

    Park Hyatt Sydney has introduced a festive stay package to up the Christmas spirit. Guests will enjoy an overnight stay in a guest room or suite with uninterrupted views, valet parking and a full breakfast for two in The Dining Room.

    The Summer Kit

    branded tote bag of park hyatt sydney with the sydney opera house in background
    Take home a branded tote bag.

    Because it’s an Aussie Christmas, guests booking the package will also receive a curated, limited-edition Summer Christmas kit stocked with seasonal luxuries, including the hotel’s first-ever branded merch.

    Think a signature Park Hyatt Sydney sun cap and Aesop sunscreen valued at $300, all in a branded luxury tote bag. This kit will also be available for purchase throughout December, if you’re in need of any gift ideas.

    The details

    The festive stay package applies to stays from 1 – 27 December, with a limited number of suites available. Guests can book using the exclusive offer code XMAS25 on parkhyattsydney.com . They can also call +61 2 9256 1234 or email sydney.park.accommodation@hyatt.com.

    Christmas dining

    christmas menu at the dining room restaurant in park hyatt sydney
    Taste a special Christmas menu at The Dining Room.

    For the gourmands who want to participate in the festivities but are unable to stay as an overnight guest, Park Hyatt Sydney can still be your Christmas go-to. Taste Chef Tyson Gee’s themed culinary creations throughout December .

    From 1 – 24 December, diners can book a Christmas Afternoon Tea from $95 pp. Prepare for Christmas flavours like braised turkey pie with cranberry gel, plus gingerbread and salted vanilla bûche de Noël and a chocolate hazelnut bauble for dessert.

    On Christmas Day, The Dining Room and The Living Room will both offer a five-course menu from $425 per person. Start with a glass of NV Taittinger Champagne on arrival – accompanied by Sydney’s finest seafood – and end with a reimagined mango pavlova, with rice pudding and pink peppercorn.

    “Our vision was to capture the flavours of a harbourside Australian Christmas,” says Gee. “Guests will enjoy seafood at its best, from fresh oysters to cured ocean trout, paired with tropical fruit accents and festive touches like glazed Berkshire ham and roast duck. Every dish has been imagined for a harbourside Christmas celebration.”

    Guests can also enjoy a range of seasonal cocktails crafted by Head Mixologist Kevin Botte, including the Christmas Negroni, Christmas Mulled Wine and a Christmas Cocktail/Mocktail.

    Exploring Sydney

    woman drinking festive cocktail in the dining room restaurant of park hyatt sydney
    The best of Sydney is right on your doorstep.

    For those planning a visit, Christmas at Park Hyatt Sydney means you’re perfectly situated to explore the best of Sydney.

    The hotel is mere steps away from the icons, from Sydney Opera House to the Harbour Bridge, along with the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Add open-air galleries full of murals and explore the nearby cobblestone streets.

    Head to the charming Rocks Markets, where the streets transform with seasonal Christmas creations, of the artisan and foodie variety. Then head over to Dawes Point Park for a picnic under the bridge.

    Find more 360-degree rooftop views at the Glenmore, or listen to live music at Brewhouse at Squire’s Landing from Wednesday to Sunday (times vary). There’s something for everyone.

    For more details on Christmas at Park Hyatt Sydney, visit parkhyattsydney.com or call +61 2 9256 1234.