The former Observatory Hotel had a major makeover to bring it up to a Langham standard recently, which involved a remodeling of the entire building from the restaurant and bar to the rooms, lobby areas and day spa, of which the latter needed little touching up.

Book a terrace room, which has views of the Western end of the Harbour, and book the 4.5-hour Champagne and gold indulgence package at the day spa before a high tea in Palm Court.

89-113 Kent St, Sydney, NSW, 2000. +61 (0)2 9256 2222.