Sydney Harbour Hotel

Hotels
8 (7461 reviews)
55 George Street , Sydney , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.14
Multiple reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including mold and dirt.
Service
8.61
Guests appreciated the friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.15
The location was highlighted as excellent by several guests.
Room Quality
7.6
Multiple reviews indicated that rooms are dated and need updating.
Amenities
8.13
Basic amenities were satisfactory, with a nice rooftop pool.
Value for Money
8.09
Overall value was considered good based on location and services.
Food and Beverage
7.14
Several reviews pointed out the breakfast as lacking in quality and variety.
Overall Experience
8.11
The experience was generally positive with a strong location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:33

Property Description

Rydges Sydney Harbour offers a prime location in the historic Rocks district, with a rooftop swimming pool providing stunning views of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Modern Comforts: Enjoy amenities like flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and a choice of soft or firm pillows in every room, along with tea/coffee making facilities.

Convenient Attractions: Just a short walk from Circular Quay and iconic landmarks like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, the hotel is perfectly situated for sightseeing.

Relaxation and Dining: Unwind in the spa pool or on the rooftop terrace, and savor cafe-style meals and Australian beverages at the Lobby Lounge and Bar.

Book your stay at Rydges Sydney Harbour for a memorable Sydney experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa, MasterCard or American Express credit card and a 3% charge when you pay with a Diners Club credit card.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 75 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 7461 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.14
Service: 8.61
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.13
Value for Money: 8.09
Food and Beverage: 7.14
Overall Experience: 8.11
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Gary • family_with_children • au
8
Good position. Handy to everything. Thank you.
Pros:

Handy to everything, plus we were hopping on a cruise next morning. Very short walk.

Cons:

Price of breakfast too expensive @ $38 each. Walked to the Quay and fed four of us for $39.60.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Tovah • couple • au
7
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O'Leary • extended_group • au
7
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David • couple • au
3
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Atsuko • solo_traveller • au
5
Good location, but noisy aircon.
Pros:

Very good location, many cafes and restaurants around as well as light rail, train and ferry.

Cons:

The aircon was the problem. Struggle to turned off, and still very noisy from somewhere. Bedding was good, and having everything what to expect. Open space reception looks great but it was very humid on that day. It would be good if I could book the carpark, didn't want in trouble so booked Wilson Carpark as they suggested. $51 over night is cheaper than hotel's carpark. But it is hard to walk in between the hotel and the carpark with luggage or stuff if you have a lot.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Reah-Anne • solo_traveller • au
8
Absolutely a fabulous position for those who like to walk Sydney
Pros:

Loads of character.

Cons:

All the staff were welcoming & friendly.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Sehr großes Hotel mit sehr freundlichem und hilfsbereiten Personal!
Tolle Gegend.

Cons:

Bar schliesst schon um 21 Uhr.
Die Einrichtung scheint etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Fenster müssten dringend mal geputzt werden (zumindest in meinem Zimmer).

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Henry • couple • au
10
We met so many other tourists at the hotel and enjoyed the happy hour with them. The restaurants wer
Pros:

The location was perfect for us as we just had to cross the road to the Terminal for our cruise.
The room was great for using a wheelchair and the view of the harbour a plus. Breakfast was amazing and because we booked the breakfast for two nights we saved $40.00. We didn't realise how nice it would be.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Krzysztof • extended_group • pl
9
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Martin • couple • au
5
Very average, will not stay there again.
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

$75.00 to park
No mini bar
Took $50.00 deposit, don’t know why no mini bay.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • au
8
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Peter • extended_group • at
8
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Ronda • couple • au
8
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Sharon • family_with_children • au
10
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Isabella • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

Great location - no need to take public transport. Got an early check in without asking prior thanks to helpful staff. Beautiful heritage building with a great history in the Australian wool industry.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • extended_group • au
6
Would stay again, nice location, rooms a little small and bathrooms old but the lactation is what makes this hotel a goo
Pros:

The location was excellent.

Cons:

Rooms not very big and bathroom was old.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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AIDEEN • extended_group • it
9
Fantastic central position in the Rocks
Pros:

The position is fantastic as are the views from the rooftop pool

Cons:

The hotel itself is somewhat dated. Carpets throughout. Rooms somewhat small and again dated. Bathroom needs to be modernized

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Limited view and room a bit dated

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Christine • extended_group • au
8
Very good. Location excellent. Hotel comfortable and staff helpful.
Pros:

Location excellent. Room comfortable but small.

Cons:

Breakfast expensive

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Curtis • solo_traveller • au
9
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