Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Capitol Theatre

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Lobby
Lobby
Executive Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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
(64 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
(194 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

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

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 popular attractions such as Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. 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

  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A Bowl of Noodles - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Art Deco hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Capitol Theatre
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 (on request) (for a fee)

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 150 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)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 20 per day
  • 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 Feb 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on Mar 2, 2026 start from $120.49, 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 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. You'll also find Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall 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.

Is Great Southern Hotel Sydney a good place to stay for couples?

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, 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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Great Southern Hotel Sydney.

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1035 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 796 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 2093 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 2093 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

howard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent in a great location. My second time staying. The daily food specials are good value large portions. Close to tram and central station. Paddy markets are 1 block away.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leveni, Werrington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is always great at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean.close to Central station. Great transport links
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The room was dated but clean enough. However, every glass was dirty. I had to wash them.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

john andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Fans had dust on them and pillows were bit hard on the neck was difficult to sleep at first
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Happy with stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
sir con fine ...didnt need the lbar
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location handy for tram to Opera house etc. Front desk staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
10 excellent. Clean room. Staff. Air conditioning. Bar
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to food and transport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and tidy, the bottom sheet of the bed was crumpled, not sure how that happened. Reception staff need to speak up, very hard to hear a softly spoken person behind a partition
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and tidy and had basic facilities, fridge, jug and tea and coffee
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff, clean room and a very convenient bar to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes...super convenient to lite rail (Haymarket stop) across a pedestrian friendly street. We stayed in this hotel 5 days and loved it. We would stay here again, but would book the room with the sitting area next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most staff were friendly, helpful and welcoming, offering a good, genuine service. The location was great, easy walking to the harbour, opera house and Sydney Bridge. Excellent priced evening meal menu.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Ottawa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy access to public transit. Place has character and a great pub downstairs
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sumana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is really well located for Central station, Darling Harbour, Chinatown. Room was nice and dark at night. Rather small, but quiet on the 8th floor. Basement carparking is convenient, but incredibly tight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
YES
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025