Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Front of property
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Breakfast served
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(184 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(159 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Haymarket, Great Southern Hotel Sydney is within a 5-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Hyde Park. This 176-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khao Man Kai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A Bowl of Noodles - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At Great Southern Hotel Sydney, guests have access to express check-in, express check-out, and a banquet hall. Limited parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This smoke-free hotel also has an ATM.
32-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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 (daily)

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.
Property Registration Number 84041067353

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Great Southern
Great Southern
Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on Dec 23, 2025 start from $73.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

This hotel is situated in Haymarket within a short 4-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and also 10 minutes on foot from Hyde Park. You'll also find Sydney Town Hall and Pitt Street Mall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney include a casino?

No, Great Southern Hotel Sydney doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at 1903.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great Southern Hotel Sydney though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

The closest major airport to Great Southern Hotel Sydney is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 11.3 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Great Southern Hotel Sydney.

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1018 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 806 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 2093 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again

Great location near Central Station. Stayed 2 nights mid week. Had a quiet room. Furniture old but bathroom renovated and modern things like powerpoints and USB charging points at bedside. Bed comfortable. Basic buffet breakfast $10 for continental or $18 with a plate of hot breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for public transport. Nice old style Hotel, great atmosphere in bar and dining area. Plenty of dinning spots close by, walking distance to Darling Harbor
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to transport
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best place to stay in Sydney's CBD.

Very clean, quiet, friendly, helpful staff and extremely convenient to Central Railway Station, the Light rail, Chinatown and Paddy's Markets.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Merilyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Close to transport, station and light rail. Older style rooms, no common lounge area, musty smell, food not that great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location at reasonable prices and surprisingly quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adalberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, your employees are very cooperative and good price.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable bed. Room small but OK for our needs. Very loud humming noise from outside, like a large fan noise, which was quite intrusive but fortunately stopped at around 8.45 each evening
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John, armadale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay .The staff were friendly and helpful.Check in was easy.The room was basic but clean and comfortable.A very good breakfast was offered
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for our weekend. Check in was fast, room clean and very quiet. Staff very attentive and efficient and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old charm with modern amenities

Great old hotel upgraded rooms and a short walk from central train station. Easy access to tram and trains to visit anywhere around Sydney. Right in Chinatown for huge selection of Asian cuisines… Full English breakfast was great too…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karenne

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Quiet Room Not

Booked a Quiet Room. We were told on check-in our room was at the end of the hall &Quiet. There was an air con plant outside the windows. Don't they know the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

This hotel is convenient and easy walk to the station.The rooms are average but clean .We had to turn the fridge off as it had a rattle but the bed is comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was a bit too warm for me. But it was a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great location in South Sydney very close to all the nightlife and Chinatown.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good but very noisy in bistro
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on level 7 and the room was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location! Just a few meters away from the tram.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KIA GIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The experience was good as the hotel was near the Central Station and Hay Market. The room was simple, clean with minimum toiletry, like soap and shampoo.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025