This Spring, Capella Sydney warmly invites guests to embrace a season of renewal through rich cultural programming, artistic discoveries, and inspired culinary offerings.

Welcoming longer days and warmer light, Capella Sydney is proud to partner with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia to present Awaken in Artistry, a thoughtfully curated stay package designed to offer a refined yet soulful escape at Australia’s leading luxury hotel. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in the mesmerising work of British artist Cerith Wyn Evans, whose exhibition Cerith Wyn Evans ...in light of the visible is currently on show at the Museum.

Building on the success of last year’s collaboration, Capella Sydney is delighted to continue its partnership with acclaimed chef-owner Federico Zanellato (LuMi, LODE Pies, La Regina). For a limited time, Zanellato takes over Aperture’s signature Afternoon Tea experience, bringing the best of the LODE experience to the serene and mesmerising surrounds of Aperture.

Awaken in Artistry – Hotel Package
Available 1 September to 19 October 2025, Awaken in Artistry invites you to celebrate Spring at Capella Sydney with a curated blend of contemporary art, refined dining and signature experiences.

Savour the best of Capella Sydney with an AUD$200 food and beverage credit to enjoy across the hotel’s celebrated dining venues before stepping into the luminous world of Cerith Wyn Evans: ...in light of the visible at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, where light and sound transform space and spark reflection.

Package Inclusions:

• Overnight accommodation at Capella Sydney
• Two tickets to Cerith Wyn Evans....in light of the visible at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
• Daily breakfast for two at Brasserie 1930
• A Spring-inspired welcome amenity
• AUD$200 food and beverage credit per stay
• Complimentary non-alcoholic minibar
• Access to The Living Room and curated Capella Moments
• Late check-out at 1.00 pm

Rates from AUD $890 per night. This offer requires a minimum two-night stay and is available exclusively through the Capella Sydney website. Terms and conditions apply. For reservations, please visit our website, call Capella Sydney Reservations on +61 2 9071 5090 or email reservations.sydney@capellahotels.com.

A Season of Culture and Connection
This September, Capella Sydney deepens its commitment to the arts through a vibrant partnership with Sydney Contemporary, Australasia’s premier international art fair. The hotel invites guests to experience exclusive access to a dynamic program showcasing contemporary works from Australia, New Zealand, Asia and beyond.

Throughout the month, guests can enjoy a carefully curated calendar of in-house activations and artist encounters, including a live performance by acclaimed visual artist Dr Christian Thompson AO and guided tours that offer a closer look at the highlights of Sydney Contemporary.

On Tuesday, 9 September at Aperture, Capella Sydney will host Recital, an intimate performance drawing on Thompson’s Aboriginal Australian heritage and classical training. His music shifts between ancient tradition and contemporary sound, weaving traditional Bidjara rhythms with layered vocals and subtle pop sensibilities to create a powerful and immersive listening experience.

Award-winning fibre artist Catriona Pollard will present her inaugural Artist in Residence series, unveiling an evolving installation that explores the connection between the hotel’s architecture and the natural world. As part of her residency, guests are invited to participate in her signature Capella Moment, Weaving the Wild, a hands-on workshop designed to inspire reflection and creative exploration.

Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy a guided walk through the Royal Botanic Garden to learn more about its remarkable history, diverse botany and wildlife, or experience the inaugural Australian Native Food Festival at Carriageworks, a new celebration of Indigenous culture, knowledge and native ingredients.

Seasonal Dining - Flavour in Full Bloom
Capella Sydney is thrilled to welcome LODE Pies and acclaimed chef Federico Zanellato to Aperture for a special takeover of the hotel’s signature Afternoon Tea experience.

Since opening in 2021, LODE has earned acclaim as one of Sydney’s most sought-after pastry destinations, celebrated for its use of stone-ground flours, Belgian butter, and sustainably sourced ingredients.

The LODE Afternoon Tea at Aperture collaboration features delicacies such as Lobster Vol-Au-Vent with Yuzu Mayo, Tasmanian Truffle Chicken Mousse Brioche and LODE’s signature Croissant Cannoli with Rosella Jam. Priced at $95 per person, the experience includes bottomless tea and coffee, with optional pairings of Saicho Premium Darjeeling Tea for $35, a glass of NV Ruinart Rosé Champagne for $55, or 10g of Capella Kaluga caviar for $65.

The LODE x Aperture Afternoon Tea is available daily from 12.30 pm to 4.00 pm with bookings essential.  To reserve your table and view the menu, please click here.

At Brasserie 1930, Chef de Cuisine Marco Putzolu unveils a new spring menu highlighting native ingredients and celebrates the freshest produce of the season. Signature dishes include Mud Crab Spaghetti Alla Chitarra, Steamed Aquna Murray Cod with Dashi Beurre Blanc, and a 42 days Dry Aged Portoro Rib Eye with Hollandaise Sauce.

For those seeking a quicker experience without compromising on flavour, the new Express Lunch menu offers a selection of Brasserie favourites and new seasonal additions. Guests can enjoy two courses for $55 or three courses for $68.

At NSW’s Bar of the Year, McRae Bar, start your week in timeless glamour. Every Monday in September from 4.00pm to 9.30 pm, guests can indulge in a special pairing of Spaghetti Alla Chitarra with Prawn, Chilli, and Parsley, perfectly matched with a glass of 2021 Christophe Patrice Vin de France Chardonnay for $45.

A Season of Wellness and Movement
Capella Sydney is pleased to announce the return of its Season of Wellness at Auriga Spa. Now in its second year, the program invites guests to embrace rest, movement and restoration as the city awakens with the arrival of spring.

Throughout the season, hotel guests will have access to six bespoke Fluidform Pilates sessions in the comfort of their room. Each session runs for 20 minutes and is available on demand throughout their stay, offering flexibility and ease. For those seeking a more personalised experience, private consultations with Fluidform trainers can be arranged either in-room or within the calming surrounds of Auriga Spa.

As part of its seasonal offering, Auriga Spa continues to draw on the rhythms of nature, inspired by lunar cycles and celestial alignments. A highlight of the wellness program is the Australian Elemental Facial Alchemy, a 90-minute signature treatment that combines Australia’s natural elements, Indigenous wisdom and advanced thermo and cryo stone therapy.

This transformative facial begins with a hot stone back massage and progresses into a refined facial experience, designed to leave the skin radiant and revitalised. The treatment harnesses botanicals from ocean, earth and rainforest, enhanced by semi-precious gems, desert stones and volcanic minerals

Guests are also invited to complete their wellness journey with access to Auriga’s thermal experiences, including the steam room, sauna, ice fountain and experience showers. These facilities are designed to complement spa treatments and offer a holistic approach to wellbeing in the heart of the city.

For more details and to explore the full September programme, please visit our website.

For media enquiries please contact:
Florence Rocca
Director of Marketing and Communications
Capella Sydney
Florence.rocca@capellahotels.com

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 celebrates the Australian panorama through its interiors, location and experiences. 192 spacious guestrooms and suites and an unsurpassed 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 d’art– all within footsteps of the glistening harbour foreshore, the famed Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

In 2024, Capella Sydney received widespread acclaim, earning prestigious titles including Australian Hotel of the Year and Best Luxury Hotel and at the HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence (HM). The hotel was also named Best Deluxe Accommodation in Australia at the Australian Hotels Association (AHA) Awards for Excellence, recognised as Best Luxury Hotel or Resort – Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific at the Luxury Travel Gold List Awards, and awarded Best Hotel in Asia/Pacific at the ULTRAs.

In 2025, Capella Sydney continued its winning streak, earning the title of Australia’s Best Hotel at the DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards. The hotel also reaffirmed its status as Best City Hotel in Australia at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025, as well as Best City Hotel in Australia and New Zealand at the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2025. Additionally, Capella Sydney was honoured as Luxury Hotel of the Year at the New South Wales Accommodation Australia Awards for Excellence 2025.

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ABOUT CAPELLA HOTEL GROUP
Capella Hotel Group is a leading hospitality management company specialising in luxury hotels, resorts, and serviced residences. Based in Singapore, the rapidly expanding group has two brands under its portfolio and properties across eight destinations. The award-winning Capella Hotels and Resorts is renowned for its service excellence, crafted luxury design and immersive experiences celebrating the locale, while Patina Hotels & Resorts is the group’s transformative luxury brand pioneering a fresh perspective in luxury hospitality.

Capella Hotels and Resorts was named the #1 Best Hotel Brand in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards from 2023-2025. For more information, visit www.capellahotelgroup.com.

ABOUT CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS
The Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation consists of properties located in Singapore, Sydney, Taipei, Ubud, Bangkok, Hanoi, Shanghai, and Hainan. Future openings include exciting destinations such as Kyoto, Seoul, Riyadh, Nanjing, and Shenzhen. 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 guest experiences with the highest level of personalised service and combining a legacy of thoughtful design.

Capella was named Best Hotel Brand in Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Awards” from 2023 to 2025. Capella Bangkok and Capella Singapore earned the distinction of being included in The World’s 50 Best Hotels in 2023 and 2024, with Capella Bangkok being named The World’s Best Hotel and Asia’s Best Hotel in 2024, with Côte by Mauro Colagreco elevated to Two MICHELIN Stars for 2025.

Capella Hotels and Resorts is a member of GHA DISCOVERY, a multi-brand loyalty programme representing a collection of 40 independent hotel brands over 100 countries worldwide.

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