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4.3 out of 5

"We stayed for 8 nights at this property and loved the location - easy walk to light rail and Central Railway Station. The meals were very good, and v ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 17 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

Great Southern Hotel Sydney puts you in the center of Sydney, 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Hyde Park and 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Sydney Town Hall. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant and in-room LCD TVs.

The buffet restaurant, 1903, is open for breakfast. Great Southern Bar is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Added amenities include WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking.

You'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from International Convention Centre Sydney and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Circular Quay with a stay at this 3.5-star Haymarket hotel.

Standard Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$133* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

Standard Queen Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Great Southern Hotel Sydney ratings based on 443 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Everyone (222) Couples (130) Family (31)
3 out of 5
historic

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2024

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18 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

4 out of 5
We stayed for 8 nights at this property and loved the location - easy walk to light rail and Central Railway Station. The meals were very good, and very generous, with plenty of options close by. We were on the 8th floor, where it was quiet with a comfortable bed. All staff members were polite, friendly and helpful. The main disappointment was that there is very little shelf room in the bathroom. We would definitely stay again.

Posted by on 17 Mar. 2024

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18 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate you for taking time to send us your feedback.

5 out of 5
Found the hotel to be easy to find and so convenient for the station and light rail. Lots of eateries and bars nearby. Would recommend to friends.

Posted by on 16 Mar. 2024

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17 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to your next stay.

5 out of 5
Perfect location for trains, trams, shopping, food. Lovely staff. Restaurant very affordable and great food. Definitely staying there again. Rooms not very big but very clean. Nice bar too. Very pleased with my stay.

Posted by on 15 Mar. 2024

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17 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thank you for the feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your accommodation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel.

5 out of 5
Excellent location and clean

Posted by on 15 Mar. 2024

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15 Mar. 2024 by Ashley

Hi Tony, Thank you for giving us a good score and providing positive feedback about our location. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Have a good one!

5 out of 5
Great location, neat and tidy. Good service friendly staff

Posted by on 14 Mar. 2024

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14 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to your next stay.

5 out of 5
I found this accommodation clean, accessible and close to public transport. Most things were within walking distance and there was a large selection of dining options close by.

Posted by on 13 Mar. 2024

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14 Mar. 2024 by Ashley

Hi Helen, Thank you for providing positive feedback about our location. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Have a good one!

5 out of 5
Older property but rooms clean and have all that I needed. Close to transport, markets, shopping and heaps of eateries. Would certainly stay here again.

Posted by on 12 Mar. 2024

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12 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thank you for the feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your accommodation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel.

5 out of 5
Liked the breakfast. Not to keen on the view.

Posted by on 12 Mar. 2024

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12 Mar. 2024 by Ashley

Hi Anita, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and leaving valuable feedback and an amazing rating. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Have a great day!

5 out of 5
Very convenient location for transport options. Pleasant staff, clean and quiet

Posted by on 10 Mar. 2024

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10 Mar. 2024 by Pat

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to your next stay.

About the Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Location 717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW 2000

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. The business-friendly Great Southern Hotel Sydney also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. This 3.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 176 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge) , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Sydney Central Station (1.6 km / 1 mi)
  • Metro station: Capitol Square Light Rail Station (0.2 km / 0.1 mi)

Room Amenities

Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers 176 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sydney hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • LCD television
  • Digital channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

1903 - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast only.

Great Southern Bar - This pub serves lunch and dinner.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

For bookings of 14 nights or more, guests will be required to change rooms so that the property can carry out preventative cleaning and maintenance.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 16 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 5 per 24-hour period (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 5 per 24-hour period (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Hotel Great Southern
  • Great Southern
  • Great Southern Hotel Sydney

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.