Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Hotels
8.2 (14946 reviews)
717 George Street , Sydney , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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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Outdated room quality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Some rooms were described as small, outdated, and needing maintenance.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:

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

We would like to inform you that we now offer express check-in and check out to our guests via kiosks in the hotel lobby. Please feel free to ask our friendly staff upon arrival if you need assistance.

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. 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 to the guest’s name on arrival, an authorization form will need to be completed.

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

Early check in is available for an additional AUD $30.00 (subject to room availability after 10.00am).

Late Check Out is available for an additional AUD $35.00 (until 1 pm). Please notify reception by 10:00 am on your check out date if you require a late check out.

Please note the covered parking has a height restriction of 5.9 feet.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with property policies may result in the eviction of guests and the loss of any deposits or payments made.


Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

Air conditioning: set between 21 to 24 degrees

Please be aware our breakfast trading hours are from 7:30am to 10:00am (Monday – Sunday). We offer our Great Sunrise Breakfast (One Serve of Hot Plated Breakfast: bacon, eggs, sausages, hash browns, mushrooms & baked beans, plus help yourself to toast, cereal, canned fruit, yogurt, pancakes, coffee, tea and juice – No refills) at AUD $21.00 per person (served between 07:30 am to 10:00 am daily).

"Housekeeping service fee AUD 20.00."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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for AUD 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 45 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 14946 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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K Michael Loh solo_traveller au
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Heather solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

First room small, next ample.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Great hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Stuart solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Great location, good prices, clean, friendly staff and a good breakfast

Cons:

Parking

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Surushma solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Slattery solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Krizza solo_traveller au
7
Overall, the hotel offers a peaceful and quiet environment, but the room itself requires a repair and more thorough clea
Pros:

The property is very quiet peaceful, and clean. Good atmosphere for resting

Cons:

The desk area setup is poorly spaced, leaving no room to move the chair around. The bathroom sink water drains slowly. The bed had a detached wheel. There’s a marks on the wall, a broken drawer and a bathroom doorknob is loose. I could not get the TV to connect to the Wi-Fi. Found a random object left under the bed from a previous guest. Housekeeping needs to check the room more thoroughly. It is a decent place to stay but the room needs some upkeep.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Crowther solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Brooke couple au
9
Convenient location, clean and comfortable.
Pros:

I was surprised at how quiet my room was considering the city location.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Raelene solo_traveller au
9
Great location
Pros:

Proximity to Central Station and Chinatown

Cons:

Nothing really, maybe if breakfast started at 7.00am so we could eat before catching train. And went down to breakfast first morning at 9.30 (breakfast ends at 10.00) and all hot food cleared away and staff had started packing up cereals, toast etc.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Jodie waterfall solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Located perfectly for my needs

Cons:

Nothing i love it

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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baruksopulo solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Yohannes Abate solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Phillip couple au
8
Great for a one night stay
Pros:

Beds were great. Good for a one night stay.

Cons:

Bathroom a bit tiny. Shower pressure not great. PowerPoints near bed would help.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Sue solo_traveller au
8
Comfortable, clean and convenient
Pros:

Location to the station, clean and conveniently close to Chinatown.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Susan couple au
5
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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William solo_traveller au
4
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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margaret couple au
10
Comfortable, convenient and excellent value.
Pros:

The location of the hotel is fantastic. It is only a stone's throw from Central Station and the Capital Theatre, and situated in the centre of Haymarket. The light rail stop is across the road and Paddy's Market only a street away.
Exceptional vallue.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller au
10
Great location with comfortable accommodation.
Pros:

Location is excellent and the staff are always very obliging and courteous. Facilities adequate for enjoyable stay.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Greg couple au
8
Pros:

Location. Facilities.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee