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The Russell Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Circular Quay

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The Russell Hotel

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2 restaurants, lunch served
Courtyard
Superior King/Twin
2 restaurants, lunch served
Free toiletries, hair dryer, dressing gowns, towels

Overview of The Russell Hotel

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available

Your area essentials

Map
143a George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 02000
  • Popular LocationThe Push Bar1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSydney Circular Quay Station3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSydney Central Station12 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreen Square Station16 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard #23 - NYE

Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard #23 - NYE

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Heritage Queen

Heritage Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Queen

Classic Queen

Classic Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Small Heritage Queen - NYE

Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Small Heritage Queen - NYE

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic King/Twin

Classic King/Twin

Classic King/Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Single (No Bathroom)

Economy Single (No Bathroom)

Economy Single (No Bathroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Double (No Bathroom)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Economy Double (No Bathroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Heritage Queen Room 23 (noise disturbance Thu-Sun until late)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Heritage Queen Room 23 (noise disturbance Thu-Sun until late)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Small Heritage Queen

Small Heritage Queen

Small Heritage Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple

Classic Triple

Classic Triple

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy King/Twin (No Bathroom)

Economy King/Twin (No Bathroom)

Economy King/Twin (No Bathroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior King/Twin

Superior King/Twin

Superior King/Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Sydney

The Russell Hotel puts you in the heart of Sydney, within steps of Museum of Contemporary Art and Circular Quay. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .The Push Bar is open for lunch and dinner. Fortune of War is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class The Rocks hotel include Sydney Visitors Information Centre and Susannah Place Museum.

What's nearby

  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 4 min walk
  • Circular Quay - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Opera House - 12 min walk
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 3 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 9 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Royal Copenhagen Ice Cream - 2 min walk
  • Mode Kitchen & Bar - 2 min walk
  • Ship Inn - 2 min walk
  • Fortune of War - 1 min walk
  • Endeavour Tap Rooms - 2 min walk

About this property

The Russell Hotel

Comfortable hotel, walk to Circular Quay
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour or ticket assistance are also featured at The Russell Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sydney hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1790
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Russell Hotel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary dressing gowns. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 25 per day)
  • Parking on site (AUD 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fortune of War
  • The Push Bar

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1790
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 45.0 per night.

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.

  • Self-parking fee: AUD 25 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 25 per day (66 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 45.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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 security system 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash. 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, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Russell Hotel The Rocks
Russell The Rocks
The Russell Hotel Hotel
The Russell Hotel The Rocks
The Russell Hotel Hotel The Rocks

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Russell Hotel?

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

Is parking available at The Russell Hotel?

Yep, The Russell Hotel has a self car park for AUD 25 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Russell Hotel?

The closest beach to The Russell Hotel is Manly Beach (11 km).

Does The Russell Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Russell Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Russell Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Russell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 998 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Birthe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely relaxed Hotel. And very handy being able to walk down the internal stairs to a bar :-)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Henk

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy boutique accommodation
Tidy and cosy hotel in a great location. This is our Sydney go to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

IanB, Hobart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint, full of character. Excellent service and well portioned.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok. Got breakfast in the morning. Close to cbd.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We loved how close it was to EVERYTHING! It was so old and noisy outside with no insect screens.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020