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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Great Southern Hotel Sydney
Great Southern Hotel Sydney – Sydney, DC
Great Southern Hotel Sydney – Sydney, DC
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM

About Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Great Southern Hotel is located in a historic 19th-century building in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District), just 5 minutes’ walk from Central Station. Air conditioning is standard in all rooms. Located next to Chinatown, the hotel features a restaurant and a bar. The Great Southern Hotel Sydney is just 5 minutes’ walk from the Capitol Theater, and 10 minutes’ walk from the famous Queen Victoria Building. Darling Harbor is a 15-minute walk away. All smoke-free standard rooms have a refrigerator, tea/coffee maker and work desk. Each room has a bathroom with a hairdryer and guest toiletries. The hotel offers a 24-hour reception desk and a guest laundry. The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and help guests with travel arrangements. A hot breakfast is available for an additional charge. The privately owned Great Southern Bar offers a range of traditional 'pub-style' dishes for lunch and dinner.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 9573 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We have been staying at this hotel for many years and it never disappoints. We choose to breakfast elsewhere only due to dietary requirements. We always dine in the restaurant at the hotel and find it excellent value. Nothing

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We like the old style country hotel feel of the place, great service.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The staff were very helpful and friendly. They helped me to charge my phone as I forgot my charger. I have stayed over 20 times at The Great Southo and it's the first time I have not been happy with the bed. It was too hard and uncomfortable.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location - train stops just outside - walking distance of lots of sights. Easy access to both harbours. Room a bit small but we were out all day. Laundry room used - all good.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We loved the location of the Great Southern Hotel Sydney. It was so convenient, with Chinatown just a short walk away and the tram right nearby, making it really easy to get into the city with only a couple of stops. It was a great base for exploring Sydney, and we had such a fun and enjoyable stay. The property is starting to feel a little older and could use some updating. However, we felt the price was very reasonable and reflected the age of the hotel, so overall it was still good value for money.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location and proximity to central station

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very friendly, extremely helpful and went out of their way to make our stay comfortable. Excellent breakfast available at a very reasonable price.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I stay at the great southern EVERY time I travel to Sydney, staff are always so lovely & very welcoming, rooms are always clean what more could you want.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location Very small room

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location was great, staff were fine. The place advertises itself as 4 star when I don't see it being over a 3 star at all. 2.5 stars is an accurate rating I'd give it. There was very little room in the bathroom especially for putting things. Lighting was poor and the bed had only 2 pillows which were very ordinary. Toilet flushed water out of the bowl which is a health hazard. The toiletries provided were on par with something you'd expect at a backpacker's joint - very minimal. In what world is this place 4 star? Very delusional.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Staff were lovely and accommodating us when we needed a late check out last minute. Very grateful!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The old world charm

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Superb

Frequently asked questions about Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Great Southern Hotel Sydney.
Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Great Southern Hotel Sydney features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have a fitness center?
Great Southern Hotel Sydney does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Great Southern Hotel Sydney located, and how walkable is the area?
Great Southern Hotel Sydney is located at 717 George Street, Sydney, DC 2000. With a Walk Score of 47, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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