Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Hotels
8.2 (15145 reviews)
717 George Street , Sydney , au
+61292894411

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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Outdated room quality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Some rooms were described as small, outdated, and needing maintenance.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:

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 15145 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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Peter • couple • au
8
overall great except for the bed
Pros:

location is excellent, the room was great, the food and drinks were wonderful

Cons:

the beds were really bad

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Jase • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Breakfast deal value for money, location

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Katie • family_with_children • au
9
Pros:

Great location easy to walk everywhere or get the tram. Check in was at 2pm but the room was ready for us when we arrived at 10am

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
心存唐室 • solo_traveller • cn
9
Pros:

位置极佳，员工服务热情专业，性价比很高，早餐也不错。

Cons:

淋浴水压小，老式阀门，冷热水调试挺麻烦。

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • couple • au
8
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ren • solo_traveller • au
10
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Tanya • couple • au
8
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Bill • solo_traveller • vn
8
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Alan • couple • au
8
Budget friendly and great location, particularly for an early morning train departure.
Pros:

Very handy to Central Station

Cons:

All good.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Love the Art Deco design / styling of the facade and public areas; also the display of old furnishings and framed historical photographs on the walls. The location is excellent for ease of access and for proximity to public transportation as well as to places of interest to visit.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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GloggerGuus • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Location

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Annie • couple • au
7
Good location
Pros:

Location to central station and ICC

Cons:

The bed

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Marion • solo_traveller • fr
10
Super séjour
Pros:

Très bon emplacement et super accueillant

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • couple • au
8
Pros:

Great position, not fat from central railway station, good facilities and value for money

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Glen • solo_traveller • au
4
Pros:

Location is good, great art deco building.

Cons:

The walls are paper thin and can hear "everything" going on in the next room. Not great if you are trying to sleep to get up for work the next day! Just made for a pretty average experience tbh.
I'll find other options next time.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Louise • family_with_children • au
6
Great
Pros:

location, able to check bag in early, could walk to and from train, art gallery.

Cons:

Rooms are a bit run down and basic. Carpets grubby.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Brad • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Gail • solo_traveller • au
7
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
9
As I've stayed here many times before, I knew what to expect and got it.
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • extended_group • au
7
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