Kirketon Hotel Sydney

Hotels
7.2 (1156 reviews)
229 Darlinghurst Road , Sydney , AU

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
No lift
Rooms small and noisy

Categories

Cleanliness
6.53
There were complaints about cleanliness, with comments about rooms not being cleaned very well.
Service
8.5
Staff were frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
8.04
Location received praise for being convenient, especially near train stations and food outlets.
Room Quality
6.49
Several reviews mentioned issues with room size and maintenance, leading to a lower score.
Amenities
7.52
Basic amenities were mentioned, with some dissatisfaction regarding shower pressures.
Value for Money
6.48
Many found the hotel overpriced for the quality received, impacting their overall value.
Food and Beverage
7.03
Breakfast options were positively noted, especially the cafe nearby, but specific hotel offerings are unclear.
Overall Experience
7
Mixed experiences noted, with some positives overshadowed by significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 07:03

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique Experience
Experience discreet and personal service at Kirketon Boutique Hotel, a gem in the heart of Sydney. With iconic attractions like the Sydney Opera House and Darling Harbour just a stroll away, immerse yourself in the vibrant city life.

Charming Heritage Building
Step into a world of elegance and sophistication at our 2-storey heritage-listed building, reminiscent of Parisian boutique hotels and New York chic properties. Nestled in a serene corner near bustling neighborhoods, enjoy a peaceful retreat with easy access to the city's pulse.

Culinary Delights and Convenience
Savor modern Australian cuisine at Jamies' Kitchen, our on-site restaurant, and kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast. For added convenience, take advantage of our secure car park (extra fee) and explore Sydney hassle-free.

Book now to indulge in a luxurious stay at Kirketon Boutique Hotel and create unforgettable memories in Sydney.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.

Please note that this property requires a AUD 100 credit card pre-authorization upon check in to cover any incidental charges. The release of these funds are subject to your financial institution.

Please note that this property does not have an elevator. It is accessible only via stairs.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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

7.2
Based on 1156 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.53
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.04
Room Quality: 6.49
Amenities: 7.52
Value for Money: 6.48
Food and Beverage: 7.03
Overall Experience: 7
K
kelly • couple • au
10
Greta place and location
Pros:

Room was really good bed and overall room was clean. Great location we came in for the AFL game and made it on time. Hotel was close to SCG. Easy to get around and very close to kings cross which we liked.

Cons:

Nothing overall was such a good place to stay

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
D
Debra • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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WIGGINS • solo_traveller • au
2
Not a great stay
Pros:

Staff on front desk friendly

Cons:

Place was very run down , my heater wasn't working and had to walk down to reception as they didnt answer the phone . Someone came up 10mins later , claimed it would work in 15 mins, asked for extra blankets . He came back 10mins later with 1 blanket. Was cold all night.
Mini bar was warm and looked broken , so was lamp next to bed.
Got woken up at 7.30 to machine operated jack hammer.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
T
Trent • solo_traveller • au
5
underwhelming
Pros:

location

Cons:

feels tired, toilet did not flush, reception was not manned

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
L
leslie • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
J
Jean Michel • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
H
Hewage • solo_traveller • au
2
Pros:

The first room had a moldy smell so asked to be moved.

Cons:

Not a clean comfortable space.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
F
Freeland • couple • au
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
C
Colin • extended_group • au
7
Great location and value for money
Pros:

Location, nice rooms. Friendly staff

Cons:

Road work out the front of the hotel made it very treacherous leaving and entering the hotel

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
B
Brent • solo_traveller • au
1
Awful hotel owned by an investor who is happy to see it fall into disrepair. Really sad.
Pros:

Nothing, people rate this place highly on its location. I would in fact suggest that everything else about this hotel removes any benefit of a good location. It is a dump!

Cons:

The cockroaches in the room, the cigarette smell in the carpets, the mold in the bathroom, rooms that haven't been renovated or looked at since the 90s. I would not suggest anyone stays here.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
B
Bozo • solo_traveller • au
10
Great staff
Pros:

Quiet,responsive,clean

Cons:

Not a single thing!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Great convenient location to eateries in Darlinghurst Rd and Victoria St. Unfortunately, the local City Council chose to undertake major footpath upgrades in front of the Kirketon, with Very little to No prior warnings,,,, which made access to and from the Hotel, a navigational planning headache. The Hotel Staff were very apologetic and embarrassed at the lack of Council notice and were always alert to the comings and goings of their guests. Some of which had appointments at the St.Vincents Hospital, a very short distance from Kirketon.
Overall, (aside from the footpath upgrade works), my stay was comfortable. Thankfully, I am able bodied and could negotiate the construction works with care. The front of house staff, manager and cleaning staff were wonderful to speak with and help were they could.

Cons:

My room 316,, was tiny. The tight design of my room was commendable, fitting private toilet & bathroom in one corner and clothes hanging, bar fridge & teas and coffee's in the other corner made for no wasted space. Definitely a Single room ! The separating wall thickness between rooms must be Very thin. Because there was no privacy with conversations between multiple guests in neighbouring rooms, even when they were in the shower ect ect ect, and phone conversations between guests and callers were quite easily audible and understood,,,, except when the phone calls were in another language at 3am. Sadly, I didn't appreciate this part of my stay.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Miller • extended_group • au
6
Okay for an overnight stay but wouldnt stay any longer
Pros:

Friendly staff, and walking distance to a lot of places.

Cons:

Very outdated and smaller than I thought sand aircon didn’t work to well.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
H
Harris • solo_traveller • au
1
Disappointing
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The blood on the quilt which I had on my face when I woke up on the final morning of my stay.
Period blood on the quilt was just disgusting.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Monique • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Monique • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • extended_group • pl
10
Polecam!
Pros:

Życzliwy personel. Czysty hotel. Pokój spoko!

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
D
De Giorgio • solo_traveller • au
6
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
E
Em • couple • au
5
Ok
Pros:

Location and comfy bed

Cons:

Window was broken so cold air was coming in. They couldn’t move our room so we had to stay in the same room with heater on full

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
M
Monique • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Many times I've stayed here it's always amazing just everything !!

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee