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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Sydney's vibrant theater district awaits at this central hotel, where guests can dine at the on-site restaurant or explore nearby shopping centers on foot

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney is steps from Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Travelers value practical amenities like laundry facilities, a bar, in-room WiFi, and a restaurant serving cooked-to-order breakfast, adding value to this city stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(223 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(206 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Great Southern Hotel Sydney is in Haymarket, a walkable area in Sydney with great shopping. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Sydney Cricket Ground, and consider making time for Luna Park Sydney, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park Sydney City; Shutterstock ID 421569712
    Hyde Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wet pavement reflection of the new International Convention Centre Sydney illuminated at night
    International Convention Centre Sydney
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall in sydney central business district
    Sydney Town Hall
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • KFC
    1 min walk
  • The Great Southern Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Outta Coffee
    2 min walk
  • Chubby Cubby
    1 min walk
  • Khao Man Kai
    1 min walk

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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 21 for adults and AUD 21 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 (on request) (for a fee)

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 84041067353

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Southern Hotel Sydney pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 35 (subject to availability).

Where is Great Southern Hotel Sydney located?

Located in Haymarket, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Paddy's Market, Capitol Theatre, and World Square Shopping Centre. International Convention Centre Sydney and Hyde Park are also within 15 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station and Central Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1052 out of 2099 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 781 out of 2099 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 2099 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2099 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 2099 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly staff Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

HORST

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location and value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room were very clean, staff were very helpful, breakfast was great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a fantastic location. It is very close to transport and surrounded by restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff very helpful. It was good to be able to get breakfast on site, although extremely noisy the bar was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Covenient and good value, clean rooms, adequate facilities..will continue to utilise this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location & staff were fantastic. There was some mould in the shower, otherwise well kept. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is the best in Sydney. It’s a great looking hotel and the bar is very lively and lunch is superb! I can’t rate this hotel highly enough. I always want to stay here when visiting Sydney.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chunyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient for tourists.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all public transport ie all trains, metro and lightrail. Comfortable room had every thing I needed and was great value.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent as was the room along with the food from the bistro
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , very helpful staff , good bar and good food , once again thank you , we will definitely stay on our next visit to Sydney
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always really enjoy my stay here. The staff here are the best. They are always so helpful. Certainly nice enough rooms and I find the location very convenient for what I like to see and do in Sydney.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is in a great location, reasonably priced, a little dated, but definitely a bargain.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Location was good. You had to pay extra if you wanted your room made up - cheap.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great food selection, continental breakfast was good value. Room was clean, mattress could do with an update.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only there one night and all was great,for future visits to Sydney I will definitely stay at your hotel.Location is fantastic,the tarriffs are good,& I usually travel by train which makes it all very convenient.Thanks Denis.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great breakfast, handy location. Twin room too cramped. Very squeaky floor outside our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable centrally located hotel with very friendly and efficient staff. Lunch and breakfast were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms cleaned very well every day - helpful staff - fantastic location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience at the great southern was above expectation. Convenient location, very friendly and helpful staff and great value for money. Will definitively be staying there again when I go to Sydney.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joaquín

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked because we wanted to be close to railway station and it certainly was that. Enjoyed an evening meal. Only downside was person in next room had television really loud until early hours of morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026