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Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, multiple balconies, and seating areas.
A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables, a central bar area, and a large seating area with a patterned floor.
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the city.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple balconies, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
  • Place, The Rocks Markets
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Queen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(131 reviews)
  • City view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture of a building on the wall.

Accessible Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Room with Harbour View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with a view of a cruise ship.

Queen Room with Harbour View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and headboards, a small wooden nightstand with a phone, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Two Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior King

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

Superior King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior King with Harbour View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window offering a view of a cityscape and water.

Superior King with Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King with Harbour View

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, desk, chair, and two windows with city views.

Deluxe King with Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive King

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and large windows.

Executive King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ambassador Harbour View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

Ambassador Harbour View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in The Rocks, Sydney Harbour Hotel is adjacent to Overseas Passenger Terminal and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Sydney Harbour Bridge. This 176-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • The Rocks Markets - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Circular Quay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Martin Place - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 7 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Squire's Landing - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cruise Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Junk Lounge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

Guests staying at Sydney Harbour Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Valet parking is available for AUD 75 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured valet parking on site (AUD 75 per night)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Playfair Terrace
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 8 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 31 2026 to November 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

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 buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: AUD 75 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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 credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Hotel
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Hotel Rocks
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Rocks
Holiday Inn Rocks
Holiday Inn Rocks Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Rocks Sydney
Holiday Inn Sydney Rocks
Old Holiday Inn Sydney
Sydney Holiday Inn Rocks
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Rocks Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Sydney Harbour Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

As of Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sydney Harbour Hotel on Jul 26, 2026 start from $140, including 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 is there to do around Sydney Harbour Hotel?

This hotel is situated in The Rocks, just steps from Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal, and within a short walk of Sydney Harbour Bridge. You'll also find Sydney Opera House and Martin Place less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for AUD 75 per night.

Does Sydney Harbour Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Sydney Harbour Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Sydney Harbour Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Sydney Harbour Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Sydney Harbour Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sydney Harbour Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Playfair Terrace.

Will Sydney Harbour Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sydney Harbour Hotel.

Does Sydney Harbour Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Sydney Harbour Hotel?

The closest major airport to Sydney Harbour Hotel is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 10.9 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

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

Sydney Harbour Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1079 out of 2257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 733 out of 2257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 296 out of 2257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 2257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 2257 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel and location is great for going on a cruise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in with friendly staff, clean space with all the basic items we needed, and the bed was unbelievably comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast buffet!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a little dated but in a fantastic location with restaurants and bars within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great, walking distance to a lot of great pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location on the rocks close lots of great restaurants, and the sights, relatively low cost also
5 minutes walk
3 minutes walk
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is dated but clean. Excellent location and the roof top pool has an incredible view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and views ftom hotel. Staff very helpful and enjoyed breakfast good sekection on the buffet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Great spot for a pre cruise stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel, comfortable, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and plentiful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Staff & service
Fresh clean modest rooms, excellent location, unbelievable views from the rooftop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really good location to the harbour and ferries
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful with early check-in and arranging transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel. We chose a harbor view room and it did not disappoint. The Staff were wonderful, breakfast buffet was delicious, location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Clean, friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was spotlessly clean and we had a great view of the opera house! Breakfast was one of the best I’ve had at a hotel and we were a short walk to the cruise terminal. Perfect spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, courteous and helpful. Great location in "The Rocks" short walk to cruise terminal and all modes of transportation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, it was the perfect location close to the cruise ship terminal, staff was friendly they held our suit cases while we ventured out for a tour of Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Raaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel, well located for walking to many spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here because of its proximity to the cruise port. Wonderful historic area and our hotel on had a lovely view of the harbor and the Sydney Opera House.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the ferries and places to eat
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026