One of the best countries for whale watching, Australia provides plenty of opportunities to spot these magnificent ocean mammals, especially in Sydney. Those wanting to stay at a luxury hotel in Sydney that is within easy reach of Sydney Harbour, an area known for its whale sightings, can stay at The Langham, Sydney. Located in the historic Rocks district, this 5 star hotel Sydney is also close to the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. The best time for spotting whales off the coast of Sydney is from May to November and one can hop aboard a whale watching cruise from such areas as Circular Quay. Southern right and humpback whales are among the species that can be seen here and late afternoons and early mornings are generally considered the best times to view them.