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Capella Sydney

Hotel · Sydney, Australia

Capella Sydney

A heritage-listed 1912 building in Sydney's Sandstone Precinct, now housing 192 rooms, three restaurants and a Level Six spa.

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Overview

Capella Sydney occupies the former Department of Education building at 24 Loftus Street, in Sydney's Sandstone Precinct. The building dates from 1912 and is heritage-listed; its sandstone facade stood through decades of government use before the structure was converted into a hotel. It is Capella Hotels and Resorts' first Australian property, and the design keeps much of the original architecture in view, with historic details carried through bedrooms, corridors and the ground-floor public rooms.

The hotel has 192 guestrooms and suites arranged across eight levels. Rooms fall into four categories, Deluxe, Premier, Tower and Skyline, alongside a set of Accessible Rooms built with wider, more spacious layouts. Twenty-three Deluxe and Skyline Suites look out over some of Sydney's historic buildings, and four Prestige Suites sit at the top of the range. All rooms are fitted with Frette linen and Bamford amenities. On the ground floor, three food and beverage venues include the signature restaurant Brasserie 1930 and McRae Bar, alongside six meeting and event spaces, two ballrooms and three further meeting suites at The Lands by Capella.

Spa and wellness facilities sit on Level Six, run as Auriga Spa. The property has also appeared on several industry lists, including a place on The 50 Best Hotels for 2026, a Four Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide, and two keys in the Michelin Guide.

Rooms
192
Minimum stay
1 night
Check in
15:00
Check out
12:00

Why we like it

  • 192 guestrooms and suites across eight levels of a heritage-listed 1912 building
  • Three ground-level restaurants and bars, including Brasserie 1930 and McRae Bar
  • Six meeting and event spaces, two ballrooms and three meeting suites at The Lands by Capella
  • 23 Deluxe and Skyline Suites overlooking Sydney's historic buildings
  • Four Prestige Suites and spa facilities on Level Six

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Rooms & suites

Categories shown for orientation. Your travel advisor will confirm which are available for your dates and recommend the one that suits the trip.

  • Deluxe, Premier, Tower and Skyline Rooms

    Rooms that blend historic architectural elements with contemporary design, fitted with pillow-top beds, custom Italian Frette linen and Bamford amenities.

    Up to 2 guests
    Pillow-top bed, Frette linen

  • Accessible Rooms

    A collection of rooms with thoughtfully designed, spacious layouts for guests who require greater accessibility, finished with the same Frette linen and Bamford amenities as other rooms.

    Up to 2 guests
    Pillow-top bed, Frette linen

  • Suites

    Twenty-three Deluxe and Skyline Suites with separate bedroom and living areas, overlooking some of Sydney's historic buildings, fitted with super king beds, Frette linen and Bamford toiletries.

    Up to 2 guests
    Super king bed, Frette linen
    City landmarks view

  • Prestige Suites

    Four suites at the top of the hotel's accommodation range, finished to reflect the building's heritage alongside a contemporary design approach.

    Up to 2 guests

Amenities

  • Brasserie 1930
  • McRae Bar
  • Auriga Spa
  • Two ballrooms
  • Six meeting and event spaces
  • The Lands by Capella
  • Gift store

Reserving through us

Included when your travel advisor confirms this stay

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • Room upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Property credit or equivalent where the house offers one
  • Early check in and late check out on request
  • Welcome amenity and your travel agent known to the general manager

Eligible preferred amenities are applied wherever available, subject to the property at the time of stay, and are confirmed in your proposal.

Location

Sydney, Australia

Sydney and the reef, wine country and lodges in places most visitors never reach.

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Questions

How many rooms does Capella Sydney have?
The hotel has 192 guestrooms and suites spread across eight levels of the heritage-listed 1912 building.
What building is Capella Sydney housed in?
It occupies the former Department of Education building at 24 Loftus Street in Sydney's Sandstone Precinct, built in 1912 and heritage-listed.
What dining options are at Capella Sydney?
There are three ground-level restaurants and bars, including the signature restaurant Brasserie 1930 and McRae Bar.
Does Capella Sydney have a spa?
Yes, wellness and spa facilities are located on Level Six and are run as Auriga Spa.
What suite categories are available?
There are 23 Deluxe and Skyline Suites overlooking Sydney's historic buildings, and four Prestige Suites at the top of the range.

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