Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Property class: 3.5
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Hyde Park

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and International Convention Centre Sydney. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 1903, which serves breakfast. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 3 minutes away and Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 4 minutes.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The current price is $88
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

Room options

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a large mirror on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(75 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(235 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(222 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a large mirror on the wall.

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(76 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10

HOUSE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 8

DOUBLE CITY VIEW KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • University of Technology Sydney - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paddy's Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 59 min drive
  • Sydney Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 13 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 19 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kura Japanese Dining - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khao-Kang Maruay - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Noodle House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

  • Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and International Convention Centre Sydney. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 1903, which serves breakfast. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 3 minutes away and Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 176 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 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
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request (surcharge)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

1903 - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast only.
Great Southern Bar - This pub serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of AUD 20 per day

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during September, October, November, December, and January:
  • Parking area
The property will be renovating from August 31 2026 to January 31 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which 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/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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 credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 84041067353

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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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 spots may be limited.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 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). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite 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 onsite restaurant, 1903.

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

Great Southern Hotel Sydney is in Haymarket, a short 3-minute walk from Capitol Square Light Rail Station and 4 minutes' walk from Capitol Theatre. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

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Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel's restaurant served generous sized serves of delicious food and offered a good breakfast at a great price. (206 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were good value for money with generous serves and delicious food. (130 reviews)
  • Airport transfer was very easy with the hotel's proximity to Central Station and convenient shuttle options. (13 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

It is a great place to stay. Excellent location. Loved that the heritage charm has been maintained
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

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Loved the location and the ambience.
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10/10 Exceptional

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Wide selection of food, well presented and clean.
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10/10 Exceptional

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8/10 Very good

The room were very clean, staff were very helpful, breakfast was great value for money.