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Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

4.0 star property
Sydney Central Hotel offers an urban retreat with a garden and outdoor pool near Capitol Theatre, where travelers can enjoy dining options and city exploration

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers - Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited (Haymarket)
Travelers find Sydney Central Hotel by The Ascott Limited perfectly positioned near Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. The property features a garden, outdoor pool with sun loungers, Thomas St Kitchen and Bar for breakfast, a coffee shop, and free WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Haymarket, a neighborhood in Sydney, Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited is near the airport and near a metro station. 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. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park Sydney are not to be missed. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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169-179 Thomas Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wet pavement reflection of the new International Convention Centre Sydney illuminated at night
    International Convention Centre Sydney
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hyde Park Sydney City; Shutterstock ID 421569712
    Hyde Park
    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

  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station
    5 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station
    7 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sushi Hub
    4 min walk
  • Knight's Coffee & Tea Co
    2 min walk
  • Outta Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Crystal Palace Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Homm Dessert
    3 min walk

About this property

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

Upscale hotel near International Convention Centre Sydney
Near Capitol Theatre and Hyde Park, Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Thomas St Kitchen and Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 255 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, free infant beds, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the NABERS Energy and NABERS Water, programs that measure 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 wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (AUD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 42 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Thomas St Kitchen and Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 2,960 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 10 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 90 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 42 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 90 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.2 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Novotel Hotel Sydney Central
Novotel Sydney Central
Sydney Central Novotel
Novotel Sydney Central Hotel
Novotel Sydney Central
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited Hotel
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

Does Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 45.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

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

What time is check-out at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited located?

Located in Haymarket, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Technology Sydney and Capitol Theatre. International Convention Centre Sydney and Hyde Park are also within 15 minutes. Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is only a 5-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast buffet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very friendly and professional. Good location for downtown activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

TSUYOSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location for Darling Harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and lovely clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, not far from Darling Harbour and close to public transport. Room was clean and generous. The bathroom would benefit from a separate shower. Pool area and garden needs some renovations but still happy with the hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is decent and you can get a food and beverage credit. Rooms and hotel definitely need some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good ubication
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great room and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hyun Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family enjoyed staying at the Sydney Central Hotel. The staff were friendly & helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room .. thoughtful and kind staff really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly helpful staff, big rooms, great buffet and perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had two meals in the restaurant, which were quite good. One was lunch and it was excellent and the other breakfast which was among the best we’ve ever had in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and hotel staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Breakfast was great. Parking was convenient next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to line from airport Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay Room was spacious Bed was comfy Great views Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff, centrally located and close to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Harri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
+Great location & good breakfast - The facilities (rooms) are starting to feel worn out, and some areas were dirty
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay. Very central to city activities. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience - great room, very clean, excellent service. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Xiaogang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
friendly staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located from Central Station and near Paddy's markets. I liked that the rooms were large and it was quiet despite the location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to public transport
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025