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| Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney |
Reminiscent of New York's famous Flatiron building and occupying a landmark position in the heart of Sydney on the corner of Pitt, Hunter and O'Connell streets, the Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney is a stylish five-star hotel housed within a stunning heritage-listed property.
The original building on this site dates back to 1856 when it was home to John Fairfax & Sons, publishers of Australia's oldest surviving newspaper, The Sydney Morning Herald. It was acquired in 1955 by the Bank of New South Wales, later rebranded as Westpac, and then in 2000 was opened as the Radisson Blu hotel.
The first phase of the 'new Blu' re-design which was completed last September, 2015 focused on the function and meeting rooms. These have all been refreshed and modernised and provide more than 500m2 of space, ideal for corporate business meetings, board meetings, social events, private dinners or cocktail functions from two to 200 guests.
The meeting spaces also include two authentically restored heritage rooms aptly named Sir Warwick and Sir James Fairfax which once housed their offices. These are used mostly for board meetings and exclusive dinners. The Lady Fairfax room, located on the entry level, can also serve as an event space.
The second phase of the re-design, completed this month (July 2016), includes a refresh of all 336 guestrooms and 28 suites at Radisson Blu, with new silk fabrics and contemporary chrome and metal-blue colour schemes, stylish chevron patterning reflected in the lighting and upgrades to the fittings in the building's original marble bathrooms. The Presidential Suite has been divided into two rooms, bringing the total number of guestrooms to 364.
Acclaimed Sydney architects Bates Smart undertook the re-design for Radisson Blu. Bates Smart worked on the recent refurbishment of the Intercontinental Sydney Double Bay and the Mayfair Hotel in Adelaide.
This latest re-design follows a transformation of the public spaces including reception, concierge, the lounge and the hotel lobby's Fax Bar which took place in 2010. At that time the hotel was also re-branded by Carlson as a Radisson Blu. This was part of a corporate re-alignment which saw this flagship property for Asia Pacific take on the mantle of one of a handful of hotels worldwide to meet the standards required for this developing brand.
In celebration of the re-design, the hotel is also running a competition with the lucky winner receiving the hotel's Celebrations Package (overnight stay in a Premier Room, breakfast, chocolate dipped strawberries, a bottle of wine on arrival and exclusive his and hers Papinelle Pyjamas) and a VIP experience for two at Papinelle. Entry is easy with a simple “like” on the Radisson Blu Sydney and Papinelle Instagram or Facebook page and a short comment on their idea of a luxury stay. The competition opens Friday, 29 July and closes Friday, 19 August.
Radisson Blu General Manager, Peter Tudehope, who was recognised as Australasian Hotelier of the Year by HM Magazine in 2014, said: “We are delighted to announce the completion of the hotel's re-design and I firmly believe this $13.5 million investment now cements Radisson Blu's position as one of the leading five-star hotels in Sydney.”
The new look and feel of the hotel's meeting spaces and guest rooms will complement the critically-acclaimed and two-hatted Bentley Restaurant and Bar, which found its contemporary new home in the historic façade of the hotel in 2013.
Chef Brent Savage is currently the SMH Good Food Guide 'Chef of the Year' and has travelled the world cooking as a guest at some of the world's best restaurants. Sommelier Nick Hildebrandt has been awarded 'Sommelier of the Year' three times and his wine list has twice earned the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH) Good Food Guide 'Wine List of the Year' Award.
Bentley sits at the “nose” of this Beaux-Arts design building which was once the headquarters of the Fairfax newspaper empire and then in 1954 became home to the Bank of New South Wales, now known as Westpac. The property was purchased by Malaysian entity, TA Global in 1997 and completely reconfigured over a three year period. It opened in July 2000 as the Radisson Plaza Hotel, managed by Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, retaining the stunning architectural features.
Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney
Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney is a stylish five-star hotel housed within a stunning heritage-listed building and features 336 guest rooms, 28 suites, signature Bentley Restaurant and Bar, Fax lobby bar, eight meeting rooms including two heritage-style rooms, the Lady Fairfax tea room and a Health Club and Spa.
Located at 27 O'Connell Street in the heart of Sydney it offers easy access to major transport links, attractions and shopping precincts.
All guests at the Radisson Blu receive complimentary internet access with wireless access available throughout the hotel. All guestrooms offer an en-suite bathroom with marble vanity, separate shower and extra deep tub, plus additional amenities including pillow menu, iPod dock, gourmet mini bar, 24-hour room service, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, in-room safe and a daily newspaper.
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