Great Southern Hotel Sydney (Sydney, AU) from 51 US$/night

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

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Overview

3-star heritage hotel in Sydney CBD, 5 minutes from Central Station

Location & Transport

Great Southern Hotel Sydney sits on George Street, 5 minutes' walk from Central Station. The light rail stop is directly outside the hotel, providing direct access to Circular Quay and the Sydney Opera House. Darling Harbour is a 15-minute walk away, and the Capitol Theatre is 5 minutes on foot.

Heritage & Character

The Great Southern Hotel occupies a heritage-listed building dating back to 1854. The lobby displays curated historical items and documents that trace the hotel's past. This 19th-century structure sits in the Sydney CBD, next to Chinatown.

Dining & Entertainment

The hotel has an on-site restaurant and a lively bar with premium pub classics and daily happy hours. The bistro serves generous portions at reasonable prices, with a different blackboard special each day. A small gaming area with slot machines is open until 4 am most days.

Services & Practicalities

The Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and a tour desk that provides sightseeing advice and travel arrangements. Guest laundry and luggage storage services are available, and an ATM is on site. The hotel provides accessible parking and a parking garage, with a height limit of 1.8m.

Nearby Attractions

The hotel is located next to Chinatown and a 3-minute walk from Paddy's Markets. The Queen Victoria Building is a 10-minute walk away, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge is within walking distance. The light rail outside the hotel provides direct service to Circular Quay and the Sydney Opera House.

Location: 5 minutes from Central Station, light rail at the door
Heritage: 1854 heritage-listed building with curated historical displays
Dining: On-site restaurant and bar with daily happy hours and blackboard specials
Services: 24-hour front desk, concierge, and tour desk
Nearby: Next to Chinatown, 10 minutes from Queen Victoria Building

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site at AUD 45 per day.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs AUD 20.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Year renovated:2009

Number of floors:8

Number of rooms:146

Former name

Pacific International Hotel Sydney

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Rooms and availability

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Double Room

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2 persons
Bed options:

1 Queen Size Bed2 Single beds1 King Size Bed

City view
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

AUD 45 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Great Southern Hotel Sydney

💵 Lowest room price	51 US$
📏 Distance to center	200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	5.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Kingsford Smith, SYD

Location

Address

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717 George Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

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717 George Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

1.8 mi

Parks

Royal Botanic Gardens

1.4 mi

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

1.1 mi

Bridges

Sydney Harbour Bridge

2.0 mi

Landmark

Darling Harbour

200 yd

Landmark

Darling Harbour dining

200 yd

Parks

Hyde Park

200 yd

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

200 yd

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

1.3 mi

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

200 yd

Museums

Powerhouse Museum

100 yd

Museums

Australian National Maritime Museum

1.2 mi

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

1.0 mi

Museums

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

1.5 mi

Landmark

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

200 yd

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

2.3 mi

Mall

The Rocks

1.6 mi

Planetarium

Sydney Observatory

1.5 mi

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

1.0 mi

Landmark

Circular Quay

1.5 mi

Museums

Madame Tussauds Sydney

1.1 mi

Museums

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

1.0 mi

Museums

Anzac Memorial

200 yd

Monuments and Landmarks

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

1.8 mi

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

100 yd

Museums

Australian Museum

200 yd

Gallery

White Rabbit Gallery

100 yd

Harbor

Cockle Bay Wharf

200 yd

Shopping Area

Central Park

100 yd

Events

International Convention Centre Sydney

200 yd

George St

Chinatown

100 yd

Restaurant

Great Southern Hotel

100 yd

Restaurant

Marigold

100 yd

Restaurant

Chat Thai Haymarket

100 yd

Restaurant

East Ocean Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Caysorn Thai Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Hisshou Teppanyaki

100 yd

Restaurant

Silk Road Chinese Restaurant

100 yd

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FAQ about Great Southern Hotel Sydney

How far is Great Southern Hotel Sydney from the city center?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney is located in a central district.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Great Southern Hotel Sydney hotel?

Guests of Great Southern Hotel Sydney hotel can visit Capitol Theatre (at a medium distance from the accommodation), or Powerhouse Museum placed 9 minutes' walk away.

Is there parking at the Sydney hotel?

Yes, the Sydney hotel features a private parking lot available on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?

You can dine at Kopitiam Cafe and Yoforia Frozen Yoghurt restaurants located within a 5-minute stroll from the hotel.

Can I have breakfast at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Great Southern Hotel Sydney.

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

Guests of Great Southern Hotel Sydney hotel can check in from 2 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 10 AM to 10 AM. Late check-out is also available upon request.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

The price for a room in Great Southern Hotel Sydney starts at $108.

What payment methods are available in the Sydney hotel?

At the Sydney hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Every room at Great Southern Hotel Sydney includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as an individual safe for guests' security.

Does the hotel offer facilities for business travelers?

Yes, for business travelers the hotel provides a work desk and a xerox.

Which facilities are available in Great Southern Hotel Sydney hotel?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney hotel is equipped with an ATM and a tour desk as well as luggage storage and 24-hour security for safety purposes.