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The Simon Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Property preview
Breakfast and dinner served
Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Terrace/patio
The Simon Hotel Sydney offers an eco-friendly waterfront retreat with amenities like a grocery store and dry cleaning. Trio Restaurant serves meals all day, and in-room WiFi keeps guests connected. Guests can exercise at the gym or relax on the spacious terrace.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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One-Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(90 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Suite with Two Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Harbour View Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Suite with Harbour View with Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sydney, The Simon Hotel Sydney is in the city center and on the waterfront. Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal and Cineplex Cinemas Sydney are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Membertou Heritage Park and Petersfield Provincial Park. Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science and Exhibition Grounds are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and golfing.
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380 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1B1

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Centre 200 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Membertou Heritage Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Governor's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Smitty's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lebanese Flower - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Simon Hotel Sydney

Hotel on the waterfront
Consider a stay at The Simon Hotel Sydney and take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Trio Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and wedding services
  • Concierge services, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 144 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (CAD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Trio Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,055 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
18 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: CAD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number STR2425T4501

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Cambridge Hotel Sydney
Cambridge Suites
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney
Cambridge Suites Sydney
Cambridge Sydney
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Sydney Cambridge
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Sydney Cambridge Suites
The Simon Hotel Sydney Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Simon Hotel Sydney pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 35 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Self parking is available for CAD 15 per night.

What time is check-in at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Simon Hotel Sydney located?

Located in the heart of Sydney, this hotel is steps from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk. Centre 200 and Bethel Presbyterian Church are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Simon Hotel Sydney Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1052 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and facilities. Also in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel located near all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vishrut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, Babu at the front desk was really helpful, had awesome restaurant recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zyra Ysabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was so nice and very spacious. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, friendly staff and close to a variety of activities and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great Location with great dining options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The room was large, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and beautiful place overall to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot great service and great food !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, comfy King bed, great location near restaurants. Nicely renovated. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
have stayed at this hotel many times, food great, staff amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rick and lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay! Clean room! Friendly staff. Beautiful spot on the bay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful hotel, very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean room at a good price. Good location on the harbour and close to lots of restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Clean. Spacious. Great location. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with large rooms and good amenities. The location is close to other dining options but the restaurant in the hotel was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, friendly helpful staff, great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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