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Hotel Challis Potts Point

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel in Sydney

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Exterior
City view
Premium King Balcony Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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21-23 Challis Avenue, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Domain
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Compact Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Compact Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium King Balcony Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

Premium King Balcony Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium King Balcony Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen Deluxe, City View

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Potts Point, Hotel Challis Potts Point is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Woolloomooloo Wharf and Royal Botanic Gardens. This 55-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, coffee makers, and LCD TVs.

What's nearby

  • Woolloomooloo Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Domain - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 4 min drive
  • Kings Cross Station - 9 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Café de Wheels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cho Cho San - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Apollo Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gypsy Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Rex - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Challis Potts Point

Victorian hotel in Sydney
Hotel Challis Potts Point features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 38-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 30 per night)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: AUD 30 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1896
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 38-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 30.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

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 30 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 30 per night (1969 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Challis Hotel Sydney
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Challis Potts Point?

Hotel Challis Potts Point offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Challis Potts Point?

This hotel is situated in Potts Point within a short 17-minute walk of Hyde Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Martin Place. You'll also find Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Challis Potts Point?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel Challis Potts Point include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Challis Potts Point doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Challis Potts Point?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Challis Potts Point?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead as well as a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Challis Potts Point?

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

Does Hotel Challis Potts Point have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hotel Challis Potts Point offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Challis Potts Point allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Challis Potts Point.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Challis Potts Point?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Challis Potts Point?

The closest major airport to Hotel Challis Potts Point is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 10.3 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Challis Potts Point?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Challis Potts Point offer a balcony and may feature city views.

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