The General Gordon

3.0 star property
Hotel in Sydney with bars/lounges and restaurant

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Restaurant
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, towels
Exterior
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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20 Swain St, Sydenham, NSW, 2044
  • Place, Enmore Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Sydney
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Queen Room with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Accessible Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Sydney

At The General Gordon you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Enmore Theatre and 3 km (1.9 mi) from King Street. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a lift. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Sydenham hotel include University of Sydney and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Enmore Theatre - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Sydney - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Royal Prince Alfred Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Star Casino - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Circular Quay - 10 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Sydenham Station - 1 min walk
  • Wolli Creek Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪General Gordon Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ho's Bakery and Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre & Hawke's Brewing Co. Brewery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Baba's Place - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The General Gordon

Hotel in Sydney with bars/lounges and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. The General Gordon also features an ATM and a lift.

This 3-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The General Gordon offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • 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

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The General Gordon Hotel
The General Gordon Sydenham
The General Gordon Hotel Sydenham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The General Gordon?

The General Gordon offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The General Gordon?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The General Gordon on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$219.00, 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 The General Gordon?

The closest beach to The General Gordon is Coogee Beach (8.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The General Gordon?

No, The General Gordon does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The General Gordon?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The General Gordon's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The General Gordon?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The General Gordon?

No, only service animals are allowed.