Rydges Sydney Central

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
VIP Access

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Reception
View from property
Exterior
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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28 Albion Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
  • Capitol Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬
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Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Balcony Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe City King or Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Surry Hills, Rydges Sydney Central is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. This 4.5-star hotel has 309 guestrooms and offers an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CJ's Central - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Reuben Hills - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Single O - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Keg and Brew - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Balkan Butler - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rydges Sydney Central

Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
At Rydges Sydney Central, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is available for AUD 58 per night. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a conference center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 55-inch LED TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Vietnamese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured self parking on site (AUD 58 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 35 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Manna Loft
  • Sydney Brewery

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (14,047 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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 business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 55.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: AUD 58 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 55.0 per night
  • 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 or credit 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts 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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Rydges Sydney Central?

Rydges Sydney Central offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Sydney Central?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Sydney Central on Jul 20, 2025 start from $123.4, 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 close to Rydges Sydney Central?

This hotel is situated in Surry Hills within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and Hyde Park. You'll also find Sydney Town Hall and Sydney Tower Eye less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Rydges Sydney Central?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 58 per night. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Rydges Sydney Central feature a casino?

No, Rydges Sydney Central doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rydges Sydney Central?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Rydges Sydney Central a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Rydges Sydney Central?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Rydges Sydney Central have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rydges Sydney Central serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Manna Loft.

Does Rydges Sydney Central allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rydges Sydney Central though service animals are welcome.

Does Rydges Sydney Central have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Rydges Sydney Central?

The closest major airport to Rydges Sydney Central is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 9.2 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rydges Sydney Central?

Yes, some guestrooms at Rydges Sydney Central offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Does Rydges Sydney Central have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Rydges Sydney Central if that's in your vacation plans.

Rydges Sydney Central Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Comfortable convenience!

A quick trip to Sydney for a medical appointment. I appreciated the beautifully comfortable bed, quiet room and the convenience of dinner and a drink onsite. Parking included with my stay made me very happy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

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

Great

We arrived from the cruise port over 3 hrs ahead of 2pm check in but was told a room was ready and no extra charge. The location was a 5 minute walk to all public transportation. Buffet Breakfast was good but found the price high.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our designated room was a bit of a letdown this time. The TV was not working and the room had not been cleaned properly, there was a bobby pin on the floor and some other debris along with the dust on the horizontal surfaces. We were moved to another room with no fuss, so the service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are generous size with good facilities. Bathroom shower excellent! On site restaurant, Sydney brewery, I had the best pizza ever! On the downside was the slow lifts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was closed (conference).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shawnna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rydges property was an enjoyable stay, but the room rate of $399 taxes (total $438) was not justified. All services and facilities were good, but did not justify the room rate. In future I will book another option. The surrounding neighborhood is less than desirable in that the streetscape was dirty, footpaths damaged and unsafe and too many undesireable people just haning around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and hotel. A bit noisy in the neighborhood but great to be close to central station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean, spacious room with views of the city. Any easy 5minute walk to central station. Great buffet breakfast. One of our go to hotels when we are in Sydney for a few nights 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a very pleasant one night stay which was ideal being close to Central Railway Station. Slightly disaponted that they accidently double charged me and had the withdrawal not came up on my phone, I'd have been none the wiser. Thankfully the duty manager rectified the mistake and money was refunded before i checked out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell, Arundel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet for a CBD location. 50metre pool is five minutes away. Can walk from Central Station. Staff so kind and friendly. Room super large and comfortable. Fast wifi.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to Central train station. Good value & excellent buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Nice room, good stay

The room was a nice size with a large terrace. The room had tea/coffee-making facilities and a microwave. The buffet breakfast was enjoyable. The Sydney Brewery had reasonably priced drinks and good food. Easy walking distance to attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was 2 blocks from Central Station making it accessible to the whole city and beyond by bus, light rail and train. It was 11 minutes to the Airport by train and 10 minutes to the Sydney Opera Hall. Not $66 by Cab. We noticed many airline pilots/flight attendant crews coming and going.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed as I was going on the Indian Pacific train and the hotel was within walking distance and with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

H M

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and facilities. Location was great and it was close to public transport. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance to everything we needed. Room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025