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Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Hyde Park

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Interior entrance
Lobby
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Standard Studio Queen | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, is near Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye. Enjoy a buffet breakfast or coffee in the lobby before heading to Circular Quay. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, a lounge for brunch/lunch, and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Studio Queen | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Studio Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room - Special | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room - Special

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (Boutique) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room (Boutique)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room (1 Queen, 1 Single) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (1 Queen, 1 Single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sydney Central Business District, a neighborhood in Sydney, Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel is near a metro station. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Bondi Beach. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park Sydney are not to be missed.
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169 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Circular Quay - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Star Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Town Hall Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 16 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheraton Club Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ramblin' Rascal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Palace Chinese Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Coronation - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Hyde Park
Near Circular Quay and Star Casino, Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Lounge, offers brunch and lunch. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an area shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry services
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 83 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 55 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 to 25 for adults and AUD 10 to 22.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge
  • Th Reagh Bar
  • The Reagh Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1927
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 available for AUD 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15.00 to 25.00 for adults, and AUD 10.00 to 22.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 55.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self parking is available for AUD 55.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Castlereagh Street, Hyde Park, and Sydney Tower Eye. Pitt Street Mall and World Square Shopping Centre are also within 10 minutes. Town Hall Station is only a 5-minute walk and St. James Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 413 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Nice Old Property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best value rooms in Sydney CBD
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel close to all the major attractions
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and old with lovely features
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic heritage building. Friendly, efficient and helpful staff (including front desk and housekeeping). Short walking distance to Town Hall and St James train stations, light rail stops, buses, QVB, main shopping precinct, including Myer and David Jones, and Woolworths supermarket. Many food places, restaurants, cafes, and fast food to choose from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a good area.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were excellent. We had stayed here before and were very pleased to stay here again. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic building in a great central location. My new first-choice hotel for visits to Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, historical hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely heritage building and clean comfortable room right in the heart of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel with an old world feel in the heart of Sydney
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Good location, relaxing, clean,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of the city near transport and plenty of shopping and dining options
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and architecture. Would suggest better access to powerpoints near fridge/kettle etc, light to be inside bathroom and replace sliding bathroom door with outward opening door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

STAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot right in town and really friendly staff. Comfy rooms that are really quiet. Plus free laundry!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jayde

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was central and well positioned, walking distance from the heart of Sydney. It was in a pretty rough shape though and the room smelled of mildew, lifts were slow and clunky.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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