The Langham, Sydney – Overview

The unique Langham opened in London in 1865 and was rapidly thought to be Europe’s first Grand Lodge, revolutionising the luxurious expertise. Now the enduring lodge has sister properties world wide, together with The Langham, Sydney, epitomising the model’s popularity for legendary hospitality. A room with a coveted Western Harbour view could also be one to request, however all provide a serene hideaway that may even fight jet lag for worldwide visitors.

On arrival at Sydney Airport after a flight from London with only a one-hour switch window in Hong Kong, you may think about I felt pretty exhausted. What a reduction to know then that my chosen five-star luxurious lodge, The Langham Sydney, was solely six miles – or a 20-minute taxi drive – in a central however quiet location equidistant to the historic Rocks, Walsh Bay and Barangaroo. 

I quickly got here to grasp that the nice and cozy and pleasant workers right here at all times welcome you want a long-lost good friend – even in case you’ve by no means been a former visitor. Test-in was fast and painless and I used to be proven to my first-floor room, a scene of spacious calm and serenity. The glass door to the Juliette balcony appeared out onto a leafy residential road with vibrant rainbow lorikeets chirping within the timber simply exterior my window. 

Giving a nod to the lodge’s British heritage and signature shade, the quirky welcome biscuits have been of The Langham Pink Taxi (a rose-coloured London cab). Usually parked on the entrance door, it’s accessible to rent by visitors and non-guests for weddings and airport transfers in addition to picnics or seaside days at Instagram-worthy places.

Look & Really feel

A useful member of workers will open the gorgeous glass doorways as you strategy with a cheerful greeting. Step into the fashionable and ethereal polished marble entranceway of The Langham adorned by a big, eye-catching chandelier and minstrel’s gallery and also you instantly really feel relaxed.  

A child grand piano stands elegantly on the prime of a brief flight of stairs, whereas gorgeous floral shows and placing paintings curated by Sotheby’s Australia together with work by artists reminiscent of Sir Sidney Nolan and Albert Tucker, add to the air of sophistication. 

The carry to the upstairs rooms is simply behind the piano beneath the open oval ceiling, offering a glimpse of who’s arriving from the primary ground. Comfortable sofas and occasional desk books within the reception space present very best spots to attend for buddies or make plans for the day, maybe with the assistance of the informative concierge.

Location

On this Millers Level neighbourhood with magical views of the harbour, you’re inside a 15-minute stroll of iconic landmarks reminiscent of Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera Home, The Rocks markets, Botanic Gardens, Round Quay, artwork galleries, museums, boutiques, eating places and bars. There may be no need for a taxi or rent automobile when you may hop on a close-by ferry from the well-known harbour to well-loved locations like Manly Seashore or Taronga Zoo. 

Suites & Rooms

Whether or not you might be travelling solo, a pair looking for a romantic Sydney retreat or prolonged household on a get-together (pets are welcome, too, for a payment), The Langham has all of it. The 98 boutique rooms and suites provide one thing particular for even essentially the most discerning visitors who could properly wish to test into the ultra-luxe Observatory Suite with its breath-taking panorama of Observatory Hill and the Sydney skyline or The Residence with its two bedrooms, two loos and fashionable kitchenette.

My Deluxe Room

The famend Langham Blissful Mattress is as heavenly because it claims. Hand on coronary heart, I’ve by no means slept earlier than in such a snug mattress with its soft-as-satin sheets, super-king mattress and sink-into pillows. Each time I snuggled down below the ‘doona’ (as duvets are known as right here), I used to be out like a lightweight and miraculously didn’t get up until morning, all jet lag dissipated.

There’s a seated space for studying or watching the flat-screen TV with satellite tv for pc channels, in addition to a desk to work, complimentary mineral water, espresso maker, an iPod dock, minibar and free Wi-Fi. The en suite marble lavatory can be impressively spacious with double basins, separate walk-in rainfall bathe and deep tub tub with Chuan Spa toiletries, in addition to gentle bathrobes and slippers which you can even put on to the spa.

Buffet Breakfast

Breakfast is leisurely at The Langham, which means you’ve got from 6.30am – 10.30am to begin the day your approach. I turned down the possibility to have Chef Signature dishes delivered to my desk, preferring the extra thrilling interactive open kitchen stations of the in depth buffet. The selection of cold and hot breakfast objects is designed to satisfy any dietary requirement with a global twist on native components. Favourites for me have been the seasonal fruit medley, contemporary smoothies, the omelette station and Asian dishes reminiscent of delicate dim sum, together with an compulsory cappuccino, after all!

Afternoon Tea

Sister lodge The Langham in London first served afternoon tea to lodge visitors in 1865, a convention which has now continued and travelled world wide. Bookings are important for this must-do indulgence of signature heat scones, delicate finger sandwiches, British-inspired candy and savoury treats and your selection of speciality tea, plus an non-obligatory glass of Champagne. Accessible each day from 12pm – 2.30pm within the Palm Courtroom.

Observatory Bar

The Observatory Bar pays homage to the Sydney Observatory reverse the lodge, a historic star-gazing website that provides a number of the finest harbour views in addition to of constellations and the Milky Manner. An in depth wine listing consists of Krug Classic Champagne for $1200 a pop if you wish to have fun a special day in model, whereas I extremely suggest the Signature Pink Rose Cocktail which is topped by a petal and served with a flourish in a fragile puff of ‘smoke’. There’s a tasty and reasonably priced bar menu too for sharing platters of native oysters to handmade Burrata.

Spa & Wellness

The serene 20-metre indoor heated swimming pool has summer-inspired seaside murals in addition to a star-dappled evening sky ceiling. It’s excellent for a refreshing dip, extra energetic laps or some quiet rest within the Jacuzzi or on the poolside loungers.

Rooted within the holistic rules of conventional Chinese language drugs, The Day Spa by Chuan supplies an underground sanctuary on your selection of therapeutic massage, facial, IV remedy or Sleep Cycle to enhance your evening’s relaxation. 

For a extra revitalising exercise, there’s a well-equipped health studio in addition to a champion-sized tennis courtroom conveniently positioned throughout the highway beneath the sandstone escarpment that kinds a part of Observatory Hill. 

Last Ideas

I needed to take this mattress dwelling with me it was so comfy and I cherished the relaxed really feel of the very spacious rooms with elegant, tasteful décor. The placement was very best, so near Sydney’s well-known harbour which could be seen from a number of the rooms. Breakfast, too, had such an enormous choice and wasn’t rushed whereas the workers have been very pleasant and useful. It’s particular with out being unaffordable and though canine are welcome, sadly, I needed to depart mine behind within the UK in the course of my vacation!