Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Art Deco Sydney hotel in Haymarket with a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior
Interior entrance
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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

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Room options

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Great Southern Hotel Sydney places you in Haymarket, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. This 176-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

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
At Great Southern Hotel Sydney, guests have access to features like express check-in. Limited parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This smoke-free hotel also has an ATM.
32-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 percent 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 20 for adults and 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 percent

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

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel 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 in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Great Southern
Great Southern
Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on Jan 30, 2025 start from $67.77, excluding 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.

What's there to do near Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

This hotel is situated in Haymarket within a short 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Sydney Town Hall. You'll also find Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney include a casino?

No, Great Southern Hotel Sydney doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at 1903.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great Southern Hotel Sydney though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

The closest major airport to Great Southern Hotel Sydney is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 11.3 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Great Southern Hotel Sydney.

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 762 out of 1950 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1950 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1950 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1950 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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location central to everything
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Would stay again. Super easy access to all transportation. We had a great 9 night stay. We didn't pay for breakfast and were happy we didn't. Lots of great places near by and better value for money. If you want breakfast at the hotel you can pay daily for the same price.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Simon, Katoomba

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower in room 525 need to look at the water has a tendency of going hot & cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I believe that it is a old building and I like all the old buildings in Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue-Ellen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really cool and unique
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Retno

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can rest properly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jack

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warning. Not a 4 star hotel. Best described as a high class hostel. Plexiglass reception. Random man sleeping in a chair 24 hours. Dirty bar. Sparse room but had some nice updates. Best quality was clean bathroom. A 2 star hotel is a generous rating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Sydney walkable to restaurant
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen Lee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very convenient location. Close to restaurants and transport. Lovely breakfast available
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room and saggy Queen bed. Old poorly maintained “heritage” room furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Darryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very central and convenient with light rail at the doorstep to access George St-Darling Harbour and Circular Quay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alisi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
City break.
Easy to find next to the station. Art deco building therefore small rooms. Nice breakfast, friendly staff, rooms were quiet, good lifts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed all of my 4 nights except one thing. The hotel wifi was out for 19 hours on Sunday. One staffer told me they "don't have a IT person on Sundays." Very bad for someone relying on wifi for all my communications. In my opinion, unforgivable for a good hotel. In the afternoon i discovered the hotel bar did have it's own free wifi, so the hotel's ISP didn't have an outage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have always had a positive experience when we have stayed at the Great Southern Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This Hotel is very conveniently located near to the City, transport and Darling Harbour. Room was as expected at the price point. I’ve stayed here before so knew what to expect. Dining options in the hotel were not used on this visit however there are many Asian restaurants nearby. Worth considering if you like convenience over time spent in the hotel environment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Clean, comfortable, location, staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024