Royal Exhibition Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with bars, near Star Casino

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom
Exterior
Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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86-88 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Sydney

Royal Exhibition Hotel places you in the centre of Sydney, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and free newspapers in the lobby. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage and a front desk safe. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Surry Hills hotel include Hyde Park and University of Sydney.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hyde Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway Snacks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gou Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cook & Archies - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Royal Exhibition Hotel

Hotel with bars, near Star Casino
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Royal Exhibition Hotel.
  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1870
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Dining venue
Royal Exhibition Hotel offers 13 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.65 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.65 per cent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Royal Exhibition Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Exhibition Hotel on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$161.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Exhibition Hotel?

The closest beach to Royal Exhibition Hotel is Coogee Beach (6.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

No, Royal Exhibition Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Royal Exhibition Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.