The Occidental Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with bars, 5-minute walk to King Street Wharf

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Twin Share (1 Queen and 1 Single Bed) with Shared Bathroom
Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Twin Share (1 Queen and 1 Single Bed) with Shared Bathroom
Ensuite Room with Private Bathroom | Bathroom

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Explore the area

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43 York St, Sydney, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Pitt Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Martin Place
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Ensuite Room with Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room with Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Share (1 Queen and 1 Single Bed) with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room (1 Queen and 2 Single) with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Sydney

The Occidental Hotel puts you in the heart of Sydney, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like King Street Wharf and Pitt Street Mall. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .This hotel offers luggage storage and a lift. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Sydney Central Business District hotel include SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Martin Place.

What's nearby

  • Pitt Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • King Street Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Martin Place - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Wynyard Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wynyard Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Occidental Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Regiment - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bopp & Tone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Machiavelli Ristorante Italiano - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Occidental Hotel

Hotel with bars, 5-minute walk to King Street Wharf
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hotel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Occidental Hotel offers 12 accommodations with an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. 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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Ground floor bar]
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

The Occidental Hotel Hotel
The Occidental Hotel Sydney
The Occidental Hotel Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Occidental Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Occidental Hotel?

As of 22 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Occidental Hotel on 24 Nov 2025 start from AU$154.0, 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 Occidental Hotel?

The closest beach to The Occidental Hotel is Manly Beach (11.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Occidental Hotel?

No, The Occidental Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Occidental Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Occidental Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Occidental Hotel?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Occidental Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Occidental Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 762 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 762 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 762 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 762 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 762 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and as described, it had 3 beds and a small bathroom. It is an older hotel but great value for money as it is right in the CBD (which means there is city noise) and close to Circular Quay for my cruise departure, close to the train and light rail & Darling Harbour. Only negatives - the pub is not open on a Sunday, which is when I was checking in, & no one is there, so you have to call a number on the front door and they send someone to check you in. There was no mention of this when booking through Wotif or in their details about the hotel. I also had to call on behalf of someone waiting downstairs as they were international guests and didn't have a phone to call or know what to do. Also there was no hairdryer in the room but the info in the room said to speak to someone downstairs to borrow one but no one was there so had to call again to ask if I could borrow one and they dropped one off to my room. There was a note in the bathroom that the hot water can take about 10 mins to come through (due to being an old hotel) & I didn't believe it but that was right. I had to run the water for about 10mins or so before any hot water came through, so if you are in a hurry be prepared for the wait or have a cold shower. Other than that the staff were friendly and for a budget central hotel it was a good pick.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Emilia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms are functional and clean. Lots of noise from the street and windows noisy... So if you want a quiet night then bring your earplugs!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Happy Hour busy with good prices and choices. Room clean and comfortable. Shared bathroom really needed a good scrub with a scrubbing brush. Liked the rustic decor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room clean and tidy....and elevator for higher floors
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Parwati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stavroulla

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was nothing fancy, just a convenient, clean & cheap room for the night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great for checking in and helpful with the whole process. Shared bathroom was very clean & tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's excellent value for money. The rooms are comfortable and clean and Wynyard Station is a block away, meaning you can roll out of bed and jump on the train to wherever you want to go. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a community style bathroom that was unexpected. It was all clean enough and we never had trouble accessing toilets or showers when we needed them. Our room was a little too small for all the furniture they had in there. You could only open the fridge part way as it hit the bed. It was tight to maneuver around each other and the furniture. Still the amenities were nice to have. We were able to store our luggage there after check out while we waited for our flights the last day. That was very helpful. The staff were helpful and friendly enough, though not easily gotten hold of. The price was very great. We would consider staying again. We loved the area. It was easy access to loads of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige, Gunnedah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget hotel for the discerning traveller

This hotel is ideally situated for my occasional visits to Sydney. It is a true budget hotel, pretty basic and shared bathrooms, toilets etc. I only need a bed for the night and a base camp for my luggage on my visits to Sydney and the price is right for my needs. One of the last true bargain hotel deals left in Sydney. Ideal for the older travellers who are not keen on backpacker lodgings. It's nice to have a fully functional old style Sydney pub downstairs as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

tony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location right in the centre of the city walking distance to all the sites including, Sydney harbour Bridge, opera house and Darling Harbour. Just remember this is an old budget hotel so don’t expect modern facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bed was ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shubham Subrot

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
An old building that needs updating, room was a good size but again needs updating, there was hot water but it takes at least 10 mins to come through this was explained to us as low water pressure, an inconvenience but not a problem, the bar was its saving grace, very good beers and food
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's cheap, clean, relatively quiet and staff always helpful. Shared bathrooms very rarely saw anyone else. Place is old but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did what it said cheap and cheerful accommodation when just want get your head down
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rogue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Exactly what they advertised, clean, local and a bit noisy. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Emely

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how convenient it was to public transport and city center. Hotel is inside/on top of a noisy pub and place feels old and worn down. A place to sleep and clean sheets at a cheap rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gooe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025