Rydges Sydney Central

4.5 star property
VIP Access

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Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
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Banquet hall
Breakfast served
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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28 Albion Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
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Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe City King or Twin

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

Balcony Room

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

Studio Suite

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

Executive Double or Twin Room

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

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Reuben Hills - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Keg and Brew - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Single O - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Two Skinny Pickles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CJ's Central - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rydges Sydney Central

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 luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. 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.

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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 20 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 80 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 20 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 80 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

Sebel Surry Hills
Sebel Surry Hills Sydney
Sebel Sydney Hotel Surry Hills
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Surry Hills Sebel
Sydney Sebel Surry Hills
Rydges Sydney Central Hotel Surry Hills
Rydges Sydney Central Hotel
Rydges Sydney Central Surry Hills
Rydges Sydney Central
The Sebel Surry Hills Hotel Sydney
Sebel Surry Hills Hotel Sydney
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Rydges Sydney Central Hotel Surry Hills

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 Mar 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Sydney Central on Apr 19, 2026 start from $147, 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'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 Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Rydges Sydney Central?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 58 per night. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Are there luxury amenities available at Rydges Sydney Central?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge at this hotel.

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.

What do couples enjoy most about Rydges Sydney Central?

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

Does Rydges Sydney Central have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna 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 available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or 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 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Great room and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bright clean room, triple aspect window, sumptuous bed and fantastic bathroom with large shower Really friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at check in excellent lovely room looking forward to going back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn Louise

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

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient staff, prompt check-in. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon, St Marys

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was fantastic but it all started with the outstanding desk staff that did our check in who happened to be the same person that checked us out. Room was not ready when we first arrived, and the staff were very remorseful but quite informative as to why the room was not They gave us free drink vouchers to help overcome any grief The room and the condition of the hotel was really pleasant and the bed and overall comfort was outstanding. I would recommend this hotel to all of my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nobuaki

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated being checked in on the same floor as the pool. Would ask for that in future
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aditya

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The Good: Helpful & friendly staff, perfect location in the CBD - close to Central station & walking distances to shops, restaurants/cafes & groceries. Amenities are decent - gym & Pool are handy. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food types. The Bad: Cleaning/service staff. Our room was acceptable on check in - but the days after showed quick decline of how the room was being "cleaned" The room was never vacuumed, our coffee cups were never replaced/cleaned (so we only had coffee once), toilet paper was never refilled once (upon check out, we were up to the last roll with a single use left) Our young toddler also threw up during one of the nights, we managed to get him into the shower - and cleaned up the mess as much as we could. (this was around 3pm and our room still hadn't been cleaned that day) We called the front desk to notify the incident and that the room may require extra attention during the service. Later, we met the cleaner and explained the situation - to which they just replaced our towels and left. And their version of cleaning our bathroom was using our old towels and wiping down the walls. Very disgusting. No disinfectant sprays etc. We felt like we were living in a bacteria filled room. No wonder our baby vomited!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good all round
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
More the AUS$1000 for 2 night just too much for this hotel. Plus extra for parking. Such a high price per night for a hotel room in that area. Free drink for visit had good intention but bar was chock-a-block full with crowded booked even meant it not possible to take the drink. A nice relaxing lounge is required for a welcome drink. Not a standing room only bar full of rowdy partying patrons. Good intentions gone wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff and excellent location. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyse

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

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely disappointed in my stay the Aircon did not work in my room. 202 mini bar wasn’t restocked and had opened drinks and chips that I have been charged for. No bathroom necessities were restocked shampoo conditioner and body wash was told the pool temperature was 26° but felt like 19 when u got in so how is that a heated indoor pool?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEAN

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We received a free room upgrade on arrival, parking was convenient although the clearance was only 2.0m not the 2.1 staff had said over the phone prior to arrival, I'm glad I took our smaller car. The breakfast was pretty comprehensive, something for everyone. Overall we had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

chaoliang

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quality rooms. Bar closed at 9.30 but reception staff advised an alternative 1 block away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025