SYDNEY, Australia, April 17, 2024 – Capella Sydney has been recognised as one of the best new hotels of the year according to the prestigious Travel + Leisure 2024 It List, solidifying its position as one of the most exceptional new hotels worldwide.

The annual Travel + Leisure It List spotlights the luxury hotels, resorts and, for the first time, cruise ships, that have made the biggest impression on Travel + Leisure's editors and contributors. Over the past year, they have personally vetted and evaluated hundreds of new and renovated properties and cruise ships across the globe, which were then narrowed down to just 100.

After a meticulous seven-year restoration and renovation process, Capella Sydney opened its doors in March 2023, introducing guests to a new level of unparalleled luxury in the heart of the harbour city. Occupying an entire city block just moments from Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Capella Sydney has ushered in a new benchmark destination of luxury accommodation, exceptional cuisine, and unrivalled cultural immersion.

Housed within the historically significant Department of Education building which was originally designed in the 1900s by NSW government architect George McRae, Capella Sydney forms part of the city's prestigious Sandstone Precinct. Meticulously restored and reimagined by Pontiac Land, the building now serves as a symbol of Sydney's rich heritage and modern sophistication.

Marc von Arnim, General Manager of Capella Sydney said, "We are incredibly honoured to receive this prestigious recognition from Travel + Leisure as one of the world's finest new hotels. This achievement speaks volumes about the unwavering dedication, passion and creativity that our team invests in ensuring an exceptional experience for every guest. I am tremendously proud of their efforts."

“At Capella Sydney, our commitment lies in curating culture and crafting unforgettable experiences for our guests. Through our team of Culturists and our Capella Curates program, guests can uncover the true essence of Sydney, where each experience is meticulously tailored to offer authentic insights and unique moments throughout their stay,” he added.

From captivating architectural walks led by Eoghan Lewis, to indulgent luxury sailing excursions aboard the esteemed Southwinds vessel, where guests are treated to champagne and local oysters while cruising Sydney Harbour, Capella Sydney's bespoke resort programming offers an ever-changing itinerary of luxurious experiences tailored to the discerning traveller.

The Travel + Leisure 2024 It List is featured in the May 2024 issue of Travel + Leisure magazine and online at travelandleisure.com/best-new-hotels-of-2024-8607510.

Notably, Capella Hotels and Resorts also received acclaim from Travel + Leisure in 2023, being named the Best Hotel Brand in their 'World's Best Awards'.

For more information about Capella Sydney, please visit capellahotels.com/sydney

For media enquiries, please contact:

Florence Rocca

Director of Marketing and Communications

Capella Sydney

Florence.Rocca@capellahotels.com

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About Capella Sydney
For generations, the Department of Education building in Sydney's Sandstone Precinct stood quietly, its golden facade forming an unassuming backdrop to the rhythm of the city. Reawakening as Capella Sydney in March 2023, the heritage-listed icon welcomed guests inside its walls for the very first time, setting a global benchmark for luxury accommodation, cuisine and cultural immersion. Embedding visitors in the beating heart of the city's commercial, cultural and hospitality precinct, Capella Sydney also marks the first property under the Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation to open in Australia.

Balancing storied architectural features with a contemporary design aesthetic, Capella Sydney cellebrates the Australian panorama through its interiors, location and experiences. 192 spacious guestrooms and suites and an unsurpasses wellness offering are anchored by three ground-level food and beverage outlets and a collection of bespoke function spaces. Original characteristics are celebrated throughout the hotel, with reimagined interiors unfurling to reveal commissioned and collected artworks, sophisticated furnishings and intriguing objet dárt - all within footsteps of the glistening harbour foreshore, the famed Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

In just a year since its grand opening, Capella Sydney has garnered an impressive array of accolades, including the HICAP (Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific) '2023 Reggie Shiu Development of the Year' award, the AHEAD Asia Awards 2023 for 'Hotel of the Year', 'Best Hotel Conversion', and 'Best Hotel Lobby', followed by its recent inclusion on AFAR's esteemed list of Best New Hotels of 2024.

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About Capella Hotels and Resorts
The Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation consists of properties located in Singapore, Sydney, Ubud, Bangkok, Hanoi, Shanghai, and Hainan. Future openings include exciting destinations such as Taipei, Kyoto, Riyadh, Nanjing, Shenzhen and South Korea. The exceptional hospitality brand, taking its name from the brightest star of the Auriga constellation, shines a spotlight on local heritage, culture and community whilst crafting authentic guests' experiences with the highest level of personalized service and combining a legacy of thoughtful design.

In 2023, Capella was named the Best Hotel Brand in the Travel + Leisure 'World's Best Awards'. Capella Bangkok and Capella Singapore earned the distinction of being included in the debut lineup of The World's 50 Best Hotels in 2023. Capella Hotels and Resorts is a member of DISCOVERY, a multi-brand loyalty programme representing a collection of 40 independent hotel brands over 100 countries worldwide.

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