$135 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 30, 2013

Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

4 stars
34 Harrington Street, The Rocks Sydney, Sydney, NS 2000
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
18 reviews
Great Location

Enjoyed three night stay in November, great location at heart of action in Sydney See full review

  • BarneyB
  • Dec 10, 2012
lovely but loud

Lovely boutique hotel in great area. Easy walk to Central Quay and transportation. Nice outside... See full review

  • holiday12
  • Jul 17, 2012
Personal service and old world atmosphere with all modern amenities
 

Guests staying at the Harbour Rocks Hotel are immediately steeped in the history of the area; this 150 year old building was partially built by convicts and is located on the site of Sydney's first hospital. An intimate and personalized service is offered and staff aim to make each guest feel truly welcome and relaxed. The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable, with soft armchairs in the lounge, open fireplaces and elegant, refined décor. There is dining in the courtyard of Lanes Restaurant, where delicious local cuisine is served overlooking the delightful Rocks precinct.

3 Reasons To Stay:
 
  • Located in the heart of the historic Rocks district of Sydney, in a 150 year old listed building

  • Guests receive personal attention and a warm welcome, making this the perfect place to relax

  • Quiet, refined atmosphere that makes an ideal base for sightseeing and exploring the city

Harbour Rocks Hotel Rooms
 

The emphasis in Harbour Rocks Hotel guestrooms is on comfort and style and each of the 55 rooms and suites is delightfully decorated with warm colors and soft lighting, to create a pleasant atmosphere. A perfect mix of modern amenities and historic influences greets guests upon arrival; many rooms are original worker's cottages that date back to the 1870s, and there are ornamental open fireplaces and period touches. Up to the minute amenities and features are here too, with flat screen televisions, including on demand pay per view movies, air-conditioning and high-speed Internet access. For a truly special experience, visit the Harbour View suite, a penthouse apartment that offers astounding views across Sydney Harbour towards the iconic Sydney Opera House.

Things To Do:
 
  • Museum of Contemporary Art (0.06 mi/0.1 km)

  • Sydney Opera House (0.7 mi/1.2 km)

  • Royal Botanic Gardens (0.9 mi/1.5 km)

  • Sydney Convention and Exhibition Center (1.6 mi/2.6 km)

Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection Rooms

Heritage Room
Heritage rooms are appointed with a queen size bed and offer all the comforts of a state of the art hotel. Decorated in rich heritage tones and complemented by soft lighting, standard rooms offer a cosy place to rest at the end of a busy day
Heritage Superior
Offering the very best in Sydney Harbour accommodation, Heritage Superior rooms incorporate a little extra space to relax and enjoy the heritage surrounds of the hotel. Many of these rooms are the original workers cottages, which date back to 1870
Heritage Deluxe
Spacious Heritage Deluxe Room featuring a modern open plan design with a king size bed, double sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom. Complete with LED TV, Satellite TV, digital on-demand movies, IPod docking station, in-room safe, individually controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, bathrobes and hairdryer
Studio Suite
Spacious Studio Suite featuring a modern open plan design with either a king size bed or two king single beds and a en-suite bathroom. Complete with LED TV, Foxtel, digital on-demand movies, IPod docking station, in-room safe, individually controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, bathrobes and hairdryer.
Harbour View Suite
This room also features a large rooftop terrace with spectacular harbour views and outdoor dining suite. Complete with 32 LED flat screen TV in the bedroom, 40 LED flat screen TV in the lounge room, Satellite TV, digital on-demand movies, iPod docking station, in-room safe, individually controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, bathrobes and hairdryer

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
24 hour room service
Room service
Services
Conference facilities
Doctor on call
Currency exchange
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking

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Hotel Map

-33.8597 151.2079
Area served
Sydney
Nearby airports
Sydney International Airport
Area description
Sydney The Rocks

Nearby points of interest

  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.1 mi
  • Sydney Observatory: 0.2 mi
  • Customs House: 0.2 mi
  • Harbour Bridge: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Sydney: 0.3 mi
  • Government House: 0.4 mi
  • Sydney Opera House: 0.4 mi
  • Sydney Wildlife World: 0.5 mi
  • State Library of New South Wales: 0.5 mi
  • General Post Office: 0.6 mi
  • Royal Botanic Gardens: 0.6 mi
  • Parliament House: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Hospital: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Mint: 0.7 mi
  • Sydney Aquarium: 0.7 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.1 mi
  • Sydney Observatory: 0.2 mi
  • Customs House: 0.2 mi
  • Harbour Bridge: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Sydney: 0.3 mi
  • Government House: 0.4 mi
  • Sydney Opera House: 0.4 mi
  • Sydney Wildlife World: 0.5 mi
  • State Library of New South Wales: 0.5 mi
  • General Post Office: 0.6 mi
  • Royal Botanic Gardens: 0.6 mi
  • Parliament House: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Hospital: 0.6 mi
  • Sydney Mint: 0.7 mi
  • Sydney Aquarium: 0.7 mi
  • Hyde Park Barracks: 0.7 mi
  • Sydney Tower: 0.7 mi
  • Pitt Street Mall: 0.8 mi
  • Luna Park Sydney: 0.8 mi
  • Art Gallery of New South Wales: 0.8 mi
  • Queen Victoria Building: 0.8 mi
  • Australian National Maritime Museum: 0.8 mi
  • St Mary's Cathedral: 0.8 mi
  • Pyrmont Bridge: 0.9 mi
  • Great Synagogue: 0.9 mi
  • Star City Casino: 1 mi
  • Town Hall: 1 mi
  • IMAX Theater: 1 mi
  • Australian Museum: 1 mi
  • ANZAC War Memorial: 1.1 mi
  • Sydney Fish Market: 1.2 mi
  • Chinese Garden of Friendship: 1.2 mi
  • Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre: 1.2 mi
  • Elizabeth Bay House: 1.3 mi
  • Sydney Entertainment Centre: 1.3 mi
  • El Alamein Fountain: 1.3 mi
  • Capitol Theatre: 1.4 mi
  • Powerhouse Museum: 1.4 mi
  • Belmore Park: 1.5 mi
  • University of Technology: 1.7 mi
  • Wentworth Park: 1.9 mi
  • Bradleys Head Fortification Complex: 2.3 mi
  • Sydney Football Stadium: 2.3 mi
  • University of Sydney: 2.3 mi
  • Sydney Cricket Ground: 2.4 mi

Dining

The Scarlett Resturant
Set amongst original convict laid sandstone and on the site of Sydney's first hospital is Scarlett Restaurant. This unique meeting of colonial construction and the latest in modern appointments brings together two beautiful styles into one outstanding dining venue. Soft leather seating and history filled stonework give Scarlett Restaurant an ambiance like no other restaurant in Sydney. Dine in the privacy of our private dining room, or enjoy the warm atmosphere of the main restaurant, opening up onto historic Nurses Walk. Fine dining steeped in history is brought to life again at Scarlett Restaurant, the oldest new restaurant in Sydney. Serving breakfast lunch and dinner daily

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1200
Check-out:
1000

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (18)

Ratings and reviews for Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Overall score

4.2 / 5
18 out of 18
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.2
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.1

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

1
Anonymous
Buffalo, NY
Mar 19, 2010

Avoid this place

The staff were incredibly unfriendly and gave us a room below the class we had booked online. Only upon presenting our confirmation did they move us to a room with a queen bed. This upgraded room was located next to a restaurant with loud music playing. [...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

3
The Aussie Travelers
Shawano Lake, WI
Mar 28, 2010

Good location

We used this hotel as a jumping point for walking to Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, the Queen Victoria Building, and Chinatown. All were within easy walking distance. Internet use was more expensive here than other places we used around Sydney. We really didn't use any other services at this hotel. The staff though helpful when asked, didn't go out of their way either. No one ever mentioned having breakfast here.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

3
ttalinda
torrance, ca
Mar 18, 2011

Harbor Rocks Hotel Sydney

Made 4 calls to the desk to report that the air conditioning wasn't working in our room and was assured the maintenance engineer would call back. Never did get a call back as we checked in on a Fri. and learned he was gone til Monday and the air wouldn't be fixed. [...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

4
Maria
Not Provided
Jul 6, 2009

This very charming hotel is situated

This very charming hotel is situated on Harrington Street and is close to both Circular Quay and Wynyard stations. It has a fascinating history, even sporting a ghost named Eric! On arrival I was given an upgrade so that my room had a view of Sydney Opera House and glimpses of Circular Quay. The staff were very pleasant and friendly. The room was spartan but had everything you needed. The bathroom was pint sized (you could fit it in a walk-in cupboard) with just enough room for a shower, basin vanity unit and toilet. Only gripe was it had a very noisy air conditioner and also, I was unable to close my window - the frame was bowed due to age- so that all the noise of a pub close to hand wafted up well into the wee small hours. Not the best night's sleep:( The self-serve buffet breakfast was well laid out in a pleasant downstairs room. Would certainly recommend this establishment to all my friends as value for money.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

4
Mark
Not Provided
Sep 20, 2010

Great location, but my room stank

Great location, but my room stank like moth balls. Couldn't get rid of the smell. (apparently they had just sprayed the rooms) I think this hotel is a little over priced, but still ok.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

4
SGugg
Austin, TX
Mar 30, 2012

Perfect location for a couple's getaway

We wanted to be in the heart of The Rocks so that we could walk to all the major attractions - Opera House, Harbour Bridge, etc. But we didn't want to pay the extreme prices of the big hotels. So we booked Harbour Rocks and would absolutely recommend it and come back. Small room, but perfect for the two of us as we were only there to sleep and shower! Location couldn't be easier.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

4
holiday12
usa
Jul 17, 2012

lovely but loud

Lovely boutique hotel in great area. Easy walk to Central Quay and transportation. Nice outside sitting area. Very loud on weekend nights though and our room was on the street level so it was very distracting. Smallest bathroom ever-sink partially blocked toilet.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

4
BarneyB
UK
Dec 10, 2012

Great Location

Enjoyed three night stay in November, great location at heart of action in Sydney

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Pini Italian - oustanding

Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Mar 30, 2009

We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable

We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable hotel in an excellent location for visiting Sydney and its beautiful harbour.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection

Reviewer score

5
chris
Not Provided
Aug 4, 2009

great location, very friendly

great location, very friendly staff..will be back again !

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
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