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Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Hyde Park

8.6/10 Fabulous

1,251 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

Parking available

Internet access

Restaurant

Connecting rooms available

Air conditioning

Bar

Price available on 12/6/2023

717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
WiFi in the lobby
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
ATM/banking services
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Concierge services
Luggage storage

For families

Fridge
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

In Haymarket
Hyde Park - 10 min walk
Sydney Town Hall - 11 min walk
International Convention Centre Sydney - 11 min walk
Sydney Tower - 16 min walk
University of Sydney - 17 min walk
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 19 min walk
Star Casino - 25 min walk
Overseas Passenger Terminal - 33 min walk
Circular Quay - 33 min walk
Sydney Opera House - 38 min walk

Getting around

Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive
Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
Exhibition Centre Station - 12 min walk
Sydney Redfern Station - 18 min walk
Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
Central Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

Kura - 1 min walk
Malay Malay - 3 min walk
Pho Gia Hoi - 1 min walk
Market City Tavern - 4 min walk
Caysorn Thai Restaurant - 3 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

When you stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney, you'll be a short five-minute drive from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Star Casino. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit 1903, which serves breakfast. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. The comfortable beds and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 2 minutes and Central Light Rail Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas

Social distancing measures in place

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

176 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 2 PM until midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

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.

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

No cots (infant beds)

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome

Internet

WiFi in public areas*
Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps) in rooms*

Parking

Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge

Working away

Meeting rooms

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage

Facilities

1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Wireless Internet access (surcharge) (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone

Food and drink

Fridge

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

1903 – This buffet restaurant only serves breakfast.

Great Southern Bar – This pub serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

WiFi is available in guest rooms for AUD 5 per 24-hour period (2-device limit, rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for AUD 5 (2-device limit, rates may vary)
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 16.00 for adults and AUD 16.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 30 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 35 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 27 March 2023 to 4 September 2023 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Lift

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Parking

Parking height restrictions apply

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place and a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas.

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hotel Great Southern

Great Southern

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

As of 31 May 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on 12 June 2023 start from AU$109, 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.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property and social distancing measures are in place. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Are pets allowed at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

You can check in from 2 PM - midnight. There's a charge of AUD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 35 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, 1903.

What's the area around Great Southern Hotel Sydney like?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney is in Haymarket, a short 2-minute walk from Capitol Square Light Rail Station and 19 minutes' walk from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Travellers say that the area is very central and good for shopping.

8.6

Fabulous

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

31 May 2023

Always very comfortable and a greatly convenient location.