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A star-studded line up of TV stars and show biz entertainers were on hand to celebrate the grand relaunch of Sydney’s Harbour Rocks Hotel in the historic Rocks precinct of Sydney last night. Set in an historic sandstone and brickwork building erected 125 years ago, the hotel has a colourful past indeed. It was originally a wool store, but was turned into a hospital, then later became a house of ill-repute run by Madame Scarlett. Word has it, that to this day a ghost prowls the corridors of the hotel looking for Scarlet, his long-lost love.
The boutique hotel, in the heart of Sydney’s original colony, the site of the birth of a nation, has only 59 rooms and is owned by Robert Magid of TMG Developments which is managed by Mirvac, soon to be taken over by Accor. It has undergone an extensive renovation with the interiors pared back to reveal the history of the building – convicts’ signatures can be found on the sandstone walls – “It was once the ugly ducking, but we’ve turned it into a swan.” said Magid. There are 5 room types, ranging from standard Heritage rooms priced @ $189 per night through to the top floor penthouse Harbour View Suite @ $600 per night that includes a rooftop courtyard and a private entrance. All rooms are equipped with LED TV’s and high speed internet access and 24-hr room service. Guests can enjoy a drink in the HRH Wine Bar and dine in Scarlett Restaurant while savouring the views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. MC for the night was Richard Wilkins of Channel 9’s Today show, while singer David Campbell (son of Jimmy Barnes) performed a number of tunes on the rooftop. Legendary entertainer Barry Crocker was also there. Pictured from left are: Barry Crocker, Richard Wilkins, Robert Magid (owner) and singer David Campbell. |
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