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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Hyde Park

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Experience the classic charm of The Great Southern Hotel, featuring a large sign and multiple windows.
Enjoy meals at this restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and a mural on the walls.
Step into the grand lobby of The Great Southern Hotel, featuring a grand staircase and elegant design.
Stunning staircase with polished floors and elegant handrail, flanked by rich paneling and a vintage radio.
Two single beds with wooden headboards, a desk, and a lamp.
Located near Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre, Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers a convenient retreat with laundry facilities, a bar, and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi for seamless planning; enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast options while appreciating the overall value of this hotel.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$78 nightly
The total price is $85
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(165 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(143 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aug 26 - Aug 27
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About the neighborhood

Map
717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 29 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

  • ‪Market City Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Khao Kang Maruay Thai restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Do Dee Paidang - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kura - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 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 Hyde Park. 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 Sydney Town Hall and International Convention Centre Sydney. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 2 minutes away and Central Light Rail Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 176 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
DONE

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
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • 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
    • 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.
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

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

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs

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 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 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)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
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.
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 2-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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Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Value
Breakfast
Food
Bar
Bed
Transportation

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were very good, reasonably priced, and a great value. (38 reviews)
  • The property's dining options, including its restaurant and bar, offer great food and good value for money. (30 reviews)
  • Getting to and from the airport was extremely easy due to the property's proximity to Central Station. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good location good value for money.
Roslyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A fantastic stay
Julian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located near central station and light rail good value breakfast
norman, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice staff good location
ANSEL, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel is clean and comfortable. Large bed and good bathroom. Main convenience is proximity to Central Station.
Rodney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic room, but comfy bed, great location, nice staff.
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very firm beds,housekeeping could be better. Great location.Nice bar on premises
Paula, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old but Charming

Kind of a budget hotel with upscale but retro conveniences. For an Asian “Foodie” you can’t having a layover here! Not too far from the airport and plenty of public (an easy to get to) transportation to take you wherever you want
Tim Lane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
Roslyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very quiet!
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms..great, friendly staff at reception
Melanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, great location, will come again!
Naomi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is always a good place to stay.
Kerry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cannot beat the position of this nice older comfortable hotel Nice front bar as well
Craig, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and value
ROMMEL MAX, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always friendly welcome, nothing is too much trouble
Arthur, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location

Basic hotel in good location to central station and hay street markets
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Great Southern is very centrally located to Central Station, Paddy's Markets, and of course lots of Chinese restaurants. The restaurant at the hotel also has great meals, the rooms are clean and comfortable.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, basic and comfortable for overnight stay. Very close to train Station. We will come back again.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great central hotel

Very comfortable room with good aircon and a comfortable bed. The breakfast was really nice and reasonably priced. Great location to central station and plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes nearby.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent central location with great transport options. Staff friendly and helpful.
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to and from the airport with shuttle.
Yolanda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Good food and prices.
Rita, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Have been staying here for years.
Rory, 1-night trip