We stayed in the Wentworth for one night in February 2008. The staff are friendly and helpful even if they greet you in French, I suppose to accentuate the French Accor Group ownership of the chain. The room was clean and modern but we felt small for this level and price of hotel. The bathroom was very small and did not have a bath only a shower. When I mentioned the size of the room it was explained as being a “heritage” building which restricted alterations that could be made.

The buffet breakfast in the Garden Court Restaurant was underwhelming and the impression we got was that they just could not cope.

In the evening dinner at the same restaurant was sublime, such a change from breakfast time. The service was impeccable, the knowledgeable and friendly staff always seemed to be there when you wanted them. The food was some of the best that we have eaten in Sydney. We especially recommend the scallops, had to ask for extra bread so we did not miss a drop of the delicious sauce. The meal was finished with crepe suzette flambéed at the table, a treat not offered in many restaurants these days.

So to sum up the Sofitel Wentworth in Sydney, small rooms, give the breakfast buffet a miss but even if you are not staying there go for dinner.

As a first time visitor to Australia, I was impressed with kindness of the people and with the Sofitel. Upon entering the lobby, there is a wonderful smell which I found out was lavender and ylang-ylang. The reception was so kind and gave us all kind of tips for enjoying Aussie in it's true form. We wanted a reservation for our anniversary and asked the Concierge of he could get us one at Icebergs? He tried really hard and was unable to, so they sent us a bottle of chilled wine on our anniversary. A nice touch. My only complaint was the pillows smelled of mold, like they had been wet and weren't properly dried. But they brought new ones quickly and we were ok after that. I wasn't bothered at all by the noise. We could hear the trash trucks in the morning, but you really had to listen for them. Maybe it was because we were on the courtyard side. I would recommend the Sofitel without hestiation and we are already planning to return to Sydney and will be staying there.

I stayed at the Sofitel Wentworth in a Superior Double Room for five nights in February 2008. The hotel has undergone some improvements since I stayed there last in early 2007. Firstly, the foyer has been enhanced with some welcoming furniture, which gives it a less stark impression when you first enter. Secondly, the Sofitel Lounge on the 5th floor is a welcome addition, adding a nice touch of class to the hotel. Thirdly, the breakfast/dining area has undergone a refurbishment - it has more of a cafe feel compared with before. Finally, there have been some small improvements to the rooms - nicer bedding (doona, pillows) and a new flat-screen television. All of these made for a better hotel experience, especially the bed. It really was a lovely bed to sleep in at night. Overall, I think for the price the Sofitel offers quite reasonable value. The hotel markets its "French flavour" in the staff and menu, but in my mind it is a token effort. There are some lingering issues at this hotel which give it t less than a 100% rating from me . Firstly, room service. Has the menu changed AT ALL in the past five years?! It is dull. Secondly, the carpets in the rooms I've stayed in during recent visits have been quite worn. Thirdly, the hotel appears to be battling some staff shortages, but I think this is a problem for the hospitality industry nationwide at the moment. The only other thing I wanted to stay is that I have never experienced noise problems at this hotel, and that it's location - while it is in the heart of the CBD - is not proximate to many good mid-range dining options. And if you're looking for a special view of Sydney, this is not the hotel for you.

After just reading the other reviews, I am pleased I was there during the week, as even then the street noise was noticeable on a Wednesady as it seems to bounce around the hotel (semi-circlular shape).

Apart from that the Club Sofitel lounge is definitely something that you should experience. Personal check-in, tea/coffee and softdrinks all day, then champagne and canapes from 1730-1930, and a beautiful peaceful breakfast in the Sofitel lounge. The standard of food was exceptional and the service impeccable in the lounge.

The only gripe I have is the standard of the rooms. Travelling alot with work, this is certaily not the usual Sofitel 5 star standard (even staying on the Club Sofitel floors). Rooms were smallish and quite plain, which was dissappointing.

Would stay again if just for the Club Sofitel experience.