Hotels near ICC Sydney for Strangers, Friends, and Lovers: A Night Out with Esther Perel
Sorted by distance to ICC Sydney — each room priced against Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Trip.com and Hotels.com
What is Strangers, Friends, and Lovers: A Night Out with Esther Perel?
Esther Perel is the world’s foremost expert on relationships—at home and at work.
Join Esther in her office every Monday to listen in as real couples in search of help bare the raw, intimate, and profound details of their stories.
He comes to Esther with a question about how to feel worthy without constantly having to prove himself. For him, it’s not just personal, it’s also racial. Defining himself on what he calls the “path of black excellence,” achievement has become both a burden and a measure of identity. Together, they explore what it means to experience calm and worthiness, not through doing, but simply by being. Esther Callings are a one time, 45-60 minute interventional phone call with Esther. They are edited for time, clarity, and anonymity. If you have a question you would like to talk through with Esther, send a voice memo to producer@estherperel.com. Producer’s Note: When our anonymous guests do a session with Esther for the podcast, it is an act of generosity for everyone who listens. These sessions are meant not only to support the people in the room with Esther, but all of us who learn from their stories. Our stories have many chapters, and what you hear is just one moment in someone’s journey. So even though the sessions are anonymous, please remember that real people are behind them and they may be reading your comments. Also, please join me on Entre Nous, my new home on Substack for anyone who wants to live, love, and work with more connection and imagination. I invite you to sign up and become a free or paid member at estherperel.substack.com.
Three years after Esther spoke with a Ukrainian couple separated by war, she calls them back to learn where they are now and whether their relationship has survived intact. They have made their way back to each other, but though they have reunited physically, they find themselves more emotionally distant than ever before. Knowing that she can’t change the circumstances of their lives, Esther offers suggestions for them to maintain their sense of playfulness, imagination, and connection, reminding them that people live and love even in the most dire of circumstances. Producer’s Note: When our anonymous guests do a session with Esther for the podcast, it is an act of generosity for everyone who listens. These sessions are meant not only to support the people in the room with Esther, but all of us who learn from their stories. Our stories have many chapters, and what you hear is just one moment in someone’s journey. So even though the sessions are anonymous, please remember that real people are behind them and they may be reading your comments. Also, please join me on Entre Nous, my new home on Substack for anyone who wants to live, love, and work with more connection and imagination. I invite you to sign up and become a free or paid member at estherperel.substack.com.
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Which hotels are closest to ICC Sydney?
The closest bookable hotel to ICC Sydney for Strangers, Friends, and Lovers: A Night Out with Esther Perel is Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites, about a 3-minute walk (0.23 km) from the venue. In total, 8 hotels sit within a 15-minute walk of ICC Sydney, ranging from 0.23 km to 0.33 km away. Live nightly prices for 11 December 2026 are on the booking page, compared side-by-side with Booking.com and Expedia.
Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites
Above Sydney Stay
W Sydney
Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
Southern Cross Hotel
Spacious City 2 BR House - Fit 6 PP
Lord Wolseley Hotel
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection
Which nights should you book for Strangers, Friends, and Lovers: A Night Out with Esther Perel?
Book for one night — the night of 11 December 2026 — as the event is a single evening talk. If you are travelling from out of town, you may wish to arrive earlier that day and depart the following morning, since the talk falls on a weekday and many attendees return to work the next day.
How do you get to ICC Sydney?
Hotels beyond walking distance are still well connected: the 501 bus serves ICC Sydney. Quality Home in the Central Hub of Sydney is about 16 minutes away on public transport. Services thin out late — check the last departure before you travel.
All listed hotels are within 0.33 km of ICC Sydney, placing them within easy walking distance of the venue. The closest options — Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites, Above Sydney Stay, W Sydney, and Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour — are all under 0.25 km away. Ride-share drop-off is available at ICC Sydney, and there is a train station within the precinct. Buses serve the area, though services thin out late — check the last departure before you go.
Where do you eat and drink after the event?
Several restaurants and bars are located within the immediate ICC Sydney precinct and along Darling Harbour, offering casual and fine-dining options open after the talk ends. Many venues cater to post-event gatherings and late-evening dining.
What is the area around ICC Sydney like?
ICC Sydney sits in the Darling Harbour precinct, a well-established waterfront area with wide pedestrian pathways, public art, and views across the harbour. The surrounding neighbourhood is mixed-use — part business district, part leisure destination — with hotels, restaurants, cafes, and public transport all concentrated within a compact zone. It is generally quiet at night outside of major events, making it suitable for guests needing rest before an early start.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the walk back to the hotel after the talk?
The nearest bookable hotels are between 0.23 km and 0.33 km from ICC Sydney. All are within a five-minute walk, based on measured distances.
Is parking available near the venue or hotels?
On-site parking is available at ICC Sydney, and most nearby hotels offer paid parking. Availability and rates vary by property — contact your chosen hotel directly for details.
Are these hotels suitable for someone who needs a quiet room and an early start the next day?
Yes — the area is generally low-noise after evening events, and all listed hotels are rated 3★ or higher. Several are 4★ or 5★ properties with sound-insulated rooms, appropriate for guests needing rest before a workday.
When should I book?
Book as early as possible — demand for accommodation near ICC Sydney rises ahead of high-profile talks and events, and the closest hotels have limited room inventory.
Event details are sourced from the venue's public calendar and may change — always confirm with the official ticket seller (tickets). Hotel availability and prices are live on the search page.