Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Hotels
8.2 (15357 reviews)
717 George Street , Sydney , au
+61 2 9289 4411

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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Outdated room quality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Some rooms were described as small, outdated, and needing maintenance.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.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 15357 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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Pamela • solo_traveller • au
9
Great stay
Pros:

Great location and very clean room

2026-07-26 • via Nuitee
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Heike • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • au
8
Had to visit Sydney for a medical appointment so it was a convenient and cost effective hotel.
Pros:

In the heart of Sydney close to Central Station and the Light Rail. Easy access to many of the locations of Sydney like Darling Harbour, China Town, Paddy's Market, theatres and Martin Place. Many restaurants, cafes and bars are in close proximity.

Cons:

Nil. Quaint, iconic and convenient.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Terri • couple • au
10
Our stay was awesome
Pros:

It was close to the capital
Theatre

Cons:

They need to clean the mould from the shower better

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Carol Amy Vesper • couple • au
9
Will be back.
Pros:

Great to have the choice of cooked or continental breakfast.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Russell • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Location, clean

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Dorothy • solo_traveller • au
7
A great place stay to get around town, shop or choices to eat, restaurant good at Hotel.
Pros:

Hotel staff welcoming, property kept nice. Room cosy, furniture old but just needed attention on one side tables, maybe furniture oil. All in hood condition. Room well set up. Had good meal at restaurant with friendly staff. In great position getting around town. Good value, would stay again.

Cons:

All was lovely in hotel.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Morris • couple • au
8
Excelente hotel lo recomiendo por su precio, limpieza y ubicación
Pros:

Excelente calidad precio y ubicación.

Cons:

La cobija azul grande para el frío no estaba limpia, un poco difícil acceder a Netflix desde mi internet porq el edificio no provee wifi, aunque al final logré conectar Netflix con mi internet. Difícil cambiar la temperatura manualmente porque el aparato en la pared no deja.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Cooke • solo_traveller • au
10
Was very happy
Pros:

Yes very much so

Cons:

Car parking very tied to get car into spare .

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • au
10
Short visit to Sydney to attend Theatre and football, location of Great Southern made attending easy
Pros:

Location, close to transport, theatre, sports stadium

Cons:

No issue

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Michel • solo_traveller • au
9
great
Pros:

location, friendly staff

Cons:

just some more noise isolation between rooms

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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russell • couple • au
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Very handy to Central station and Paddy's market and China town. Everything you need, restaurant, bar, casino. Perfect for a couple of nights.

Cons:

A bit noisy and the lift was slow due to cleaning staff also needing to use it.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Ros • couple • au
9
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Nikolcho • couple • au
8
Very good
Pros:

Location, food

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Lianne • extended_group • au
8
PLEASENT
Pros:

LOCATION

Cons:

BEDS NOT THAT COMFORTABLE

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Vinh • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

Nét Sydney train station

Cons:

Old hotel

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Brent • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee