Swiss bliss IN SYDNEY
In a central position in the hub of Sydney, this five-star hotel offers European flair – and every fondue-lover’s fantasy this winter.
In the heart of Sydney’s CBD directly opposite the beautiful, heritage-listed State Theatre, a touch of classic Swiss style and hospitality can be found at the five-star Swissôtel Sydney hotel. Ideally positioned in the centre of Sydney’s business, cultural and shopping district, the 369-room Swissôtel Sydney is located within metres of the iconic Queen Victoria Building and Westfield Sydney; and only a 10-minute walk to Sydney Opera House, the harbour foreshore and the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.
The property underwent a multi-million-dollar refurbishment in late 2016 by renowned Australian interior architecture and design firm, CHADA – creating a state-of-the-art lobby and 14 luxuriously new Signature Skyline Rooms and Suites.
Upon entry, guests are immediately taken with the striking hand-crafted natural stone panel behind the reception and light-filled lobby. Entering their chosen room, whichever category they have reserved, guests will appreciate the opulent wallpapers, the fine textiles and bespoke contemporary furniture that one could expect to see on a stay in New York, Paris or London.
During a hotel stay, the management focuses on meaningful and individualised experiences for its guests, evident in the hotel’s Vitality Program for instance, where guests enjoy a revitalising stay with essential oils from the Alpine garden in Switzerland infused into bathroom amenities.
At Crossroads Bar this winter, guests will be able to sample a traditional and oh-so-decadent Swiss cheese or chocolate fondue experience to warm the wintery soul of all visitors and locals alike.
Fondue is a delectable Swiss culinary experience with a history that dates back to the 18th century. The hotel’s culinary team has recreated
a traditional fondue recipe which is a combination of Swiss cheeses – Emmental and Gruyère, Kirsch (a clear fruit brandy), white wine, garlic and a secret ingredient, all blended together and served in one delightful warm pot. The house-made Swiss fondue is best enjoyed with crusty baguette bread, cornichons, pickled onions and cos salad. Diners can personalise the flavour of their fondue dip to suit their tastes by adding Fourme d’Ambert blue cheese, Gorgonzola Dolce blue cheese, truffle or all three to make a lip-smacking cheesy dip. To complement the experience, Swissôtel Sydney has curated a special beverage menu, which pairs perfectly with the fondue, including Swiss inspired cocktails, Josef Chromy Pinot Noir, Pikes Riesling, Kirin Apple Cider and Mulled Wine.
For those with a sweet tooth, Swissôtel’s chefs have created a divine blend of Swiss chocolate fondue accompanied by marshmallows, pound cake, strawberries, pineapples, kiwifruit, crushed peanuts and almond flakes. Both the young and the young-at-heart will love dipping churros, waffle sticks, pretzels, mini doughnut balls, ice cream, bananas and strawberries in this irresistible chocolate fondue.
The Swissôtel Sydney fondue experience is available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 9pm until 31 August, 2019
And when all the cheese, chocolate and wine becomes too much, guests can retreat to the sanctuary of Swissôtel Sydney’s spa, Spa & Sport. The treatment rooms, state-of-the-art gym, outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi offer the perfect city-based sanctuary to recharge – before another round of fondue indulgence, or retail therapy, beckons.
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts was established in 1980 and today has more than 30 hotels worldwide.