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Criterion Hotel Sydney

3.0 star property
Hotel with a casino, a quick walk to Hyde Park

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Street view
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
260 Pitt St (Cnr Park Street), Sydney, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Circular Quay - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Town Hall Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 13 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Workshop Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Arthouse Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sakura Japanese Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Walrus Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Big Bite on Pitt - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Criterion Hotel Sydney

Hotel near Hyde Park
Located close to Sydney Tower Eye and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Criterion Hotel Sydney provides a casino, a bar, and a restaurant. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as a sportsbook and 30 slot machines. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Luggage storage and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Criterion Hotel Sydney feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • P.J. Gallaghers

Things to do

  • 30 slot machines
  • Casino
  • Sportsbook

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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; cash is not accepted
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 smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Criterion Hotel Sydney pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Criterion Hotel Sydney?

Criterion Hotel Sydney doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Criterion Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Criterion Hotel Sydney?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Criterion Hotel Sydney located?

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Circular Quay are also within 1 mi (2 km). Town Hall Station is only a 2-minute walk and Museum Station is 6 minutes.

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Criterion Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 125 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10

Good for the money, seperate entrance from the pub which is nice. Rooms were mostly clean but some odd stains on pillows and other areas. No lift so be ready to climb a lot of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

It was affordable and everything was was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

It was clean, easy to get to, staff were helpful and friendly and was perfect for 1 person.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Always stay here for nights in the city. Short walk to Town Hall light rail and trains. Great inner city pub.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10

Nice for a couple nights. Very good location with many walkable sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

The location was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10

Modest but clean and good amenities. Excellent central location. No lift though!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Nicely renovated in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Basic but totally adequate;great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10

Check-in was dependent on how busy staff were and we had to wait a further hour and a half after the stated time. Very conveniently located in the CBD, basic but comfortable pub-style accommodation and surprisingly quiet considering it's central hub location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

What a great place to stay. Easy check in, centra location, beautiful building and most importantly - great shower and comfy bed. Will stay again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

It is in the middle of Sydney with a reasonable price. If you want to stop by Sydney for shopping, it is one of best options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location for our concert at the State Theatre. Room was basic but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Friendly, helpful staff. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Great hotel, very surprised at the cleanliness as other hotels don't have that comfy clean atmosphere, staff were very attentive, will definately be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Nice place centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Easy central location. Great for a nights stay away that is not expensive .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10

It was better than I expected. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Room spacious and clean. The beds are so comfortable.

10/10

Friendly staff and like the new fit out. Room rate was good for a single person travelling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10

Convenient and central
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10

Great location everything you need for a short stay in Sydney. Super comfy bed. Great shower. Staff very obliging.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Great staff on check in , really friendly and show you to your room.Irish pub downstairs and standard pub upstairs with great meals …. Close to everything being in Pitt St in the heart of the city…. Loved the place , will stay again when in Sydney .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Amazing hotel and central to the shopping area. Rooms were clean and cosy. Toilets are spotless and love the stay here. Only negative is that there is no lifts so you will need to carry your bag up the stairs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10

It’s close to everywhere in the city.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022