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, University of Technology Sydney
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 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
(181 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(154 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

  • University of Technology Sydney - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paddy's Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 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

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
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 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 an ATM. 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 a banquet hall.
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 Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on Dec 7, 2025 start from $74.44, 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.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is Great Southern Hotel Sydney good for couples?

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

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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, at Great Southern Hotel Sydney, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1032 out of 2122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 815 out of 2122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 2122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 2122 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vikki

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness
A bigger shower would’ve been great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is very convenient area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is clean, homy, close to Sydney Center
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, conveniently located, exceptional staff. The only negative the very hard pillows.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very stuffy even with air con on. Also got woken up by someone knocking on our door from maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leveni, Werrington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Great location and good price for very convenient location. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. The location was perfect near the train station. Lots of places to eat nearby. A quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Central at a good price

The room was very clean and the staff were lovely. It's an older hotel but excellent value for a quick overnight stay. Easy access to transport and good food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keira

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

Great value for money

Great location, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Close to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location wonderful/ so convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scarlett

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed with my sister recently and we enjoyed our stay, the architecture and design of the interior. The area was within walking distance of many businesses and transport. Staff were friendly and helpful, answering any questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

YUK KUEN BASIAL

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

Good location in Chinatown, near Central Station.

Everything is ok, but the Wi-fi is not good enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location, so close to everything, only a 3 min walk to the train station, so helpful as it was raining the whole time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Garry John

Liked: Staff & service
Overall very happy Could have been a bit cleaner Staff very good
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025