Amora Hotel Jamison, Sydney

Located in the heart of Sydney's buzzing CBD, the five-star Amora Hotel makes for a wonderfully contemporary base for city exploration, alongside an indulgent spa and farm-to-table restaurant.

Accommodation is ultra-contemporary, all high ceilings, muted tones, smart TVs and standalone bathtubs, many with panoramic city or park views. The complimentary WiFi and 24-hour room service doesn't hurt, either. To really spoil yourself, opt for a Jamison Club Executive Suite and enjoy a private sitting room, marble bathroom, use of a private library and even evening canapés.

Sydney offers myriad dining experiences, but you don't have to look far – there's an excellent offering right at the hotel the form of the spanking-new bar and restaurant. Croft focusses on modern farm-to-table fare and showcasing locally-sourced produce, served among stylish décor and floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy everything from Hervey Bay scallops and squid ink & prawn pasta to wagyu beef, roasted smoked duck breast and even kangaroo. It’s all best enjoyed alongside drinks at the dark-wood Silo Bar for sundowners or a post-dinner aperitif.

Just moments from the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and The Rocks at Circular Quay, the hotel is perfectly based to explore, from walks along Coogee and Bondi beach to guided city tours. Come evening, relax at the indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room and spa – the latter offering a wonderful range of innovative treatments.