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About Great Southern Hotel Sydney

  • Historic art deco architecture

    Experience the hotel's heritage-listed 1854 building, which features preserved art deco design and historical memorabilia throughout the lobby.

  • Light rail stop directly outside

    Board the light rail immediately outside the hotel entrance for direct transit to Circular Quay and major city attractions.

  • Limited on-site parking availability

    On-site parking is limited, operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and incurs an additional nightly fee.

  • Central Station five minutes away

    Walk just five minutes to reach Central Station for easy access to airport trains and regional transport.

  • On-site restaurant and bar

    Dine at the hotel's wood-panelled restaurant or visit the bar for daily happy hour specials and casual meals.

  • Secure luggage storage service

    Utilize the hotel's secure, tagged luggage storage service to explore the city before check-in or after check-out.

  • Twenty-four hour reception desk

    Access assistance at any time of day or night with the hotel's 24-hour front desk service.

  • Limited on-site laundry facilities

    The hotel provides limited self-serve laundry machines for the entire property, which may lead to wait times.

  • Potential noise and room size

    Some guest rooms are compact and may experience noise from street traffic or internal air conditioning units depending on location.

The 4-star Great Southern Hotel Sydney is set within a historic 1854 heritage building in the Haymarket district, featuring an art deco ambience in its public spaces. Central Station is a five-minute walk away, with a light rail stop directly outside, and Chinatown is steps from the hotel. The property offers an on-site restaurant, 1903, and a bar, along with flexible early check-in and luggage storage. Guests highlight the location and atmosphere, with the hotel earning a review score of 8.1 based on over 18,000 reviews.

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Rooms

  • Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

    • 1 1 Queen Bed
    • Sleeps 2
    • 161 sq ft
  • Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

    • 1 2 Twin Beds
    • Sleeps 2
    • 161 sq ft
  • Standard Twin Room

    • 1 2 Twin Beds
    • Sleeps 2
    • 161 sq ft
  • Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

    • 1 1 Queen Bed
    • Sleeps 2
    • 161 sq ft

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Reviews

8.1
Very good
based on 18,707 ratings from top 
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Review summary

Summarized by AI from 1,000+ reviews

This hotel is a versatile urban hub catering equally to sightseers and budget travelers, offering a comfortable and convenient base for exploring Sydney. Its outstanding location directly opposite Central Station provides unparalleled access to public transport and major attractions. The property's on-site restaurant and bar serve generous portions of popular pub-style food, complemented by a highly praised breakfast buffet. Guests consistently highlight the exceptional staff, who are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, ensuring a positive and welcoming atmosphere. For a more practical stay, consider utilizing the self-serve laundry and the complimentary luggage weighing machine.

Rated above average for Sydney

Guest reviews

Excellent47%
Very good37%
Good10%
Fair3%
Poor3%

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • WiFi in rooms
  • Parking
  • A/C
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar

All amenities

Property amenities

  1. Express check-in/check-out
  2. Lift
  3. Parking
  4. Bar

Accessibility

  1. Wheelchair accessible
  2. Accessible parking

Room amenities

  1. Shower
  2. Ironing board
  3. Television
  4. Hairdryer

Sports facilities

  1. Golf course

Hotel characteristics

  1. Family friendly

Hotel theme/type

  1. Airport hotel

Location

717 George St, Sydney, 2000, Australia

Highlight

Central Station five minutes away

Walk just five minutes to reach Central Station for easy access to airport trains and regional transport.

Distance from Great Southern Hotel Sydney

  1. 0 km from Haymarket
  2. 1.2 km from Sydney (City center)
  3. 7.4 km from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

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Property info

717 George St, Sydney, 2000, Australia

Frequently Asked Questions about Great Southern Hotel Sydney

  • Is there a pool area at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

    No, Great Southern Hotel Sydney doesn’t offer pool areas.

  • Are pets allowed at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

    No, Great Southern Hotel Sydney doesn’t allow pets.

  • Is parking available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

    Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.

  • What time is check-in and check-out at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

    Check-in at Great Southern Hotel Sydney is available from: . Check-out time is by .

  • Where is Great Southern Hotel Sydney located?

    Great Southern Hotel Sydney is located in 717 George St, 2000, Sydney, Australia.

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