LOCATION: Beach life is part of the Sydney way of life, and located only 30 minutes from the centre of the city is the idyllic seaside suburb of Cronulla Beach. With spectacular waterways on three sides - Botany Bay to the north, the Pacific Ocean to the east and to the south the Port Hacking river, which borders onto one of Australia's cleanest and most natural national parks - Cronulla is easily one of Sydney's most desirable locations.

Positioned to take full advantage of spectacular views across Cronulla Beach and towards picturesque Gunnamatta Bay, Rydges Cronulla - Sydney is a boutique style of hotel. Fresh and contemporary, this highly personalised hotel offers a refreshing release from the rigours of city business and city living.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE » Unique surf beach environment. »  Landmark location in Sydney's south. »  84 modern, well appointed rooms, including a selection of suites. Kitchen facilities available. »  All rooms with balconies and ocean/bay views. »  Raffles Restaurant – an innovative, stylish restaurant, open breakfast through dinner 7 days a week. »  Raffles Cocktail bar – relaxed garden terrace. »  Guest laundry and valet service. »  Undercover parking.

RECREATION: Pool, sauna and spa set in a relaxed garden terrace. CONFERENCE » Five excellent conference rooms accommodating up to 120 people and well suited to all manner of functions. » All conference rooms offer an abundance of natural lighting. Most conference rooms offer ocean and beach views. » Conference concierge facilities available.