Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, steps from Overseas Passenger Terminal

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Reception
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Ambassador Harbour View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
Queen | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available

Room options

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Two Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King with Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King with Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Room with Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ambassador Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 72 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Circular Quay - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Star Casino - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 7 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Squire's Landing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cruise Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rocks Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sake the Rocks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MCA Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

Hotel near Overseas Passenger Terminal
A short walk from Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour Hotel provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Playfair Terrace, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Outdoor furniture, a gift shop, and luggage storage
  • A nature reserve, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool, and central location
Room features
All 176 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured valet parking on site (AUD 75 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Playfair Terrace
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 8 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: AUD 75 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Hotel
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Hotel Rocks
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Rocks
Holiday Inn Rocks
Holiday Inn Rocks Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Rocks Sydney
Holiday Inn Sydney Rocks
Old Holiday Inn Sydney
Sydney Holiday Inn Rocks
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Rocks Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Sydney Harbour Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sydney Harbour Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Valet parking is available for AUD 75 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sydney Harbour Hotel located?

Located in The Rocks, this hotel is steps from The Rocks Markets and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Sydney Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay are also within 15 minutes. Sydney Circular Quay Station is 7 minutes by foot and Wynyard Station is 11 minutes.

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Sydney Harbour Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 763 out of 1664 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 536 out of 1664 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 242 out of 1664 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1664 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1664 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Location was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

A great place to stay. Very conveniently located and staff were so welcoming
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great location. Affordable. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

The rooms were a little tired but the location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location will use again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

It is in the best location for enjoying Vivid and also for exploring anything at the Rocks. A great central location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Everything worked well, has an enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Is it very convenient and near to everywhere
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great place perfect for staying at before cruises from overseas passenger terminal.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Not bad spot right in the Sydney harbor!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Very convenient for cruise terminal & restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

We love the location of this hotel. The staff are also incredibly attentive and friendly. As a family of 2adults and 2 children, the buffet and pricing are excellent value. We loved the roof top pool!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

The location was perfect! Walking distance to so many places. We were very happy with our choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very enjoyable stay. Convenient to everything I needed. Clean, quite & friendly. Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

the property itself is cozy and affordable being by the harbor
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great pre cruise accommodation. Walking distance to cruise terminal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Everyone at the desk was very nice!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Perfect area to stay in before and after a cruise.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The hotel was very clean and close to many sites
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely stay with my kids, welcomed nicely and upgraded to a harbour view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location- 5 min walk to the international cruise terminal.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Old world elegance modern charm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025