Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Hotels
8.2 (15686 reviews)
717 George Street , Sydney , AU

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
Some reviews noted cleanliness issues such as dirty carpets and mould.
Service
9.13
Many reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.17
Multiple reviews praised the excellent location, very close to transport options.
Room Quality
7.12
Some rooms were described as small, outdated, and needing maintenance.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities such as breakfast were mentioned but with mixed feedback.
Value for Money
8.61
Overall good value for the location and comfort noted.
Food and Beverage
7.66
Breakfast options were noted as limited and sometimes not served hot.
Overall Experience
8.13
Previous stays and overall convenience lead to a positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 11:48

Property Description

Historic Building in Prime Location
Great Southern Hotel, housed in a charming 19th-century building at the heart of Sydney CBD, offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. Just a short stroll from Central Station, this hotel provides easy access to the city's top attractions.

Convenient Amenities and Features
Adjacent to Chinatown, the hotel boasts a restaurant, bar, and smoke-free rooms equipped with essential amenities like air conditioning, refrigerator, and tea/coffee maker. The 24-hour reception, guest laundry, and tour desk ensure a seamless stay for every guest.

Explore Sydney with Ease
With key landmarks like the Capitol Theatre and Queen Victoria Building within walking distance, and Darling Harbour a short stroll away, Great Southern Hotel Sydney is the perfect base for your Sydney adventures.

Book your stay at Great Southern Hotel now for an unforgettable Sydney experience.

Important information:

This credit card and photo ID must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. If the booking has been made in a different name from the guest's name on arrival, an authorisation form will need to be completed.

Please note that there is a non-refundable 2.0% credit card fee when you pay with Mastercard, Visa, UnionPay, JCB, American Express and Diners Club.

Please note that early check-in is available for an additional AUD 30 only prior to 10:00 (after 10:00 is subject to room availability).

Late check out is available for an additional AUD 35 until 13:00 (day use rate applies after 13:00).

All requests for late check-out are subject to approval by the property and must be requested before 10:00.

On-site parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

The maximum vehicle height for parking at this property is 1,75 metres.

Please note that renovation work will be carried out from April 2023 to October 2026, and some rooms may be affected by noise.

Housekeeping services can be arranged for an additional charge of AUD 20.

Breakfast is available for an extra charge of AUD 20 per day.

Noisy works will be carried out between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm from 31st August to 30th of November 2026. The owners and management of the Great Southern Hotel Sydney appreciate your cooperation as we upgrade the property for your future enjoyment.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.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 15686 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 7.12
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 7.66
Overall Experience: 8.13
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katrin • solo_traveller • se
5
Pros:

Hotellet har ett perfekt läge när man som jag endast behöver en övernattning. Ligger väldigt nära centralstationen. Inte heller så långt att gå till Darling Harber. Personalen är alltid trevliga och hjälpsamma. Trevlig pub på nedre botten.

Cons:

Frukosten är kass tycker jag. Bara vitt bröd. Dåligt med pålägg. Inte ens ost eller skinka.
Heltäckningsmattorna känns smutsiga. Även filtarna i sängarna känns ofräscha.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • family_with_children • au
10
Perfect for a stay on Sydney
Pros:

Close to transport, friendly staff, great rooms.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • au
8
Pros:

Very close to where I needed to go.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • couple • au
8
Pros:

Great location for light rail and interstate travel

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
8
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Martin • couple • au
10
Pros:

Every thing

Cons:

Location

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
T
Terrence • couple • au
4
Cons:

Room and particularly the bathroom very small with little seating. People tell us that they get cheaper and better/newer rooms but we always seem to get the older pokey rooms .

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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JUDITH • couple • au
10
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Kay • couple • au
10
Fabulous
Pros:

So conveniently located

Cons:

I liked everything about this property

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • au
6
Pros:

Close to light rail and train station so we could get around nice and easy.

Cons:

Small cocroaches in our room. The mattress was not very comfortable.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • au
10
Quiet safe and clean
Pros:

So well located

Cons:

All good

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Annie • solo_traveller • au
8
Great location
Pros:

Excellent location. Handy for public transport and lots of places to eat nearby.

Cons:

The rooms are quite small but have everything we need

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
8
Would stay again
Pros:

Very good location, value for money breakfast.
Excellent evening meals, well cooked, good portions value for money.

Cons:

View from room and noise of kitchen extraction fans until 9p.m.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Prince • couple • au
8
Pros:

Consistent courtesy and helpfulness from staff. Very convenient location for country people in NSW attending appointments in Sydney.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • cz
8
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Louise • couple • au
8
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Mark • couple • au
8
Pros:

Good dinner meal. Quiet room.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Sammie Jays • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Very close to public transport

Cons:

Construction taking place onsite. Room quite small too, very basic but value for money.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Evan • couple • au
10
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Prince • solo_traveller • au
8
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