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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Art Deco Sydney hotel in Haymarket with a 24-hour front desk
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
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Front of property
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

Explore the area

Map
717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Capitol Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Sydney, NSW (RSE-Rose Bay Seaplane Base)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Sydney

Great Southern Hotel Sydney places you in the centre of Sydney, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The buffet restaurant, 1903, is open for breakfast. Great Southern Bar is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, express check-in and luggage storage. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Haymarket hotel, attractions include International Convention Centre Sydney and University of Sydney.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 4 min walk
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Town Hall - 11 min walk
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 11 min walk
  • Circular Quay - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market City Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Khao Kang Maruay Thai restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Do Dee Paidang - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kura - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Art Deco Sydney hotel in Haymarket with a 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Great Southern Hotel Sydney also features express check-in, an ATM, and a lift.

This 3.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 176 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers 176 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 1,903
  • Great Southern Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 30
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 35

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
For bookings of 14 nights or more, guests will be required to change rooms so that the property can carry out preventative cleaning and maintenance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 20 for adults and from AUD 20 for children
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Great Southern
Great Southern
Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

As of 22 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on 27 Jan 2025 start from AU$119.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

The closest beach to Great Southern Hotel Sydney is Coogee Beach (6.6 km).

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors speak well of the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, Great Southern Hotel Sydney does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 937 out of 1948 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 760 out of 1948 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1948 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1948 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1948 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Great Southern is a grand old lady of buildings. So much old world charm! Been staying for years until they decided to get rid of the family rooms. While the room was clean, great shower, easily accessible from central train station, the bed was terrible! Its the most important thing for me. Way past its use by date, could feel the springs, indents where bodies have lain, overall just very uncomfortable. Told the guy as i checked out, did not seem to care.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was central to everything. Clean and had nice meals in the bistro.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great handy spot close to Central train station and Coach hub for Murray’s and Grey Hound. Good pricing for ensuite room. Breakfast was $17 which was good value. Handy to Paddys markets and Curcular Quay is a short light rail ride or you could even walk. Close to China Town and Darling Harbour. All good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

NURAINI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shafkat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I very much liked the friendliness of the staff and the excellent meals that I had there. Most importantly was that I felt safe.
Stayed 0 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we stay in Sydney, we always choose The Great Southern Hotel. The rooms are always clean and comfortable. The staff friendly and helpful. The light rail is close by and it is easy to get around. Also a nice breakfast for a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

It was nice and handy to central railway station and the light rail. The staff are always friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gunathilake

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Toni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very close to central and the trams.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair tarrif prices. Very nice staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Great location easy to get to , staff and amenities were very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You would think they could at least have bottled water in the fridge complermentery.the staff at reception had a bad attitude
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, nice bar, old fashioned phone near reception - it's got it all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed on the 2nd floor. Room was outdated and old. Mattress was uncomfortable and you could feel springs. Shower screen could use some upkeep. Room was noisy as you could hear others across hall, doors closing/shutting. Late into evening and early in the morning. This may have been because of a school group? staying there as well.
Stayed 0 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Gerald

lovely location, amenities suitable, rooms a bit dated and needing some touch up paint work on skirting boards and entry walls
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carmel

Location cleanliness and its history!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was great nice and handy to central station and light rail. But breakfast started 7.30am we had to be at central by 7.30 am
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at an affordable price in the heart of Sydney. Rooms are outdated and the bed was a bit stiff, but honestly couldn’t fault the overall establishment. Had a great charm to it and the food was excellent. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter, San Remo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good , comfortable hotel close to transport and entertainments.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ben

Giid
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024