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The Simon Hotel Sydney

Property class: 3.5

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A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a brick accent wall.
A modern bar area with a long counter, yellow bar stools, and black wicker chairs with patterned cushions.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a kitchen area, and a flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the water, and city buildings in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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380 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1B1
  • Place, Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre 200
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(96 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for One-Bedroom Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a headboard, a framed abstract painting, and a window with curtains.

One-Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(128 reviews)
  • City view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for One-Bedroom Suite with Two Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed abstract painting, and a window with curtains.

One-Bedroom Suite with Two Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Harbour View Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a chair with a yellow pillow.

Harbour View Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite with Harbour View with Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

One Bedroom Suite with Harbour View with Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Not pet friendly

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a chair with a yellow pillow.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Not pet friendly

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Sydney

The Simon Hotel Sydney places you next to Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk. This 3.5-star hotel has 144 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sydney Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Centre 200 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Big Fiddle of the Ceilidh - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Only Falafels - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪A Bite of Asia - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Daniel's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Simon Hotel Sydney

The Simon Hotel Sydney features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for CAD 15 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
43-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (CAD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Trio Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,055 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 18 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 CAD 15.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: CAD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number STR2627T4501

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Cambridge Hotel Sydney
Cambridge Suites
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney
Cambridge Suites Sydney
Cambridge Sydney
Cambridge Sydney Hotel
Sydney Cambridge
Sydney Cambridge Hotel
Sydney Cambridge Suites
The Simon Hotel Sydney Hotel
The Simon Hotel Sydney Sydney
Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney
The Simon Hotel Sydney Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

The Simon Hotel Sydney offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Simon Hotel Sydney on Oct 25, 2026 start from $155, 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 see near The Simon Hotel Sydney?

This hotel is located in Sydney, just steps from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk, and within a short walk of Sydney Museum. You'll also find Centre 200 and Big Fiddle of the Ceilidh less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Yes, secured parking is offered for CAD 15 per night with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney include a casino on the premises?

No, The Simon Hotel Sydney doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront hotel include premium bedding as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Simon Hotel Sydney serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Trio Restaurant.

Will The Simon Hotel Sydney allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Simon Hotel Sydney for a fee of CAD 35 per pet, per week. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Simon Hotel Sydney?

The closest major airport to The Simon Hotel Sydney is Sydney, NS (YQY), which is 8.5 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

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

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Simon Hotel Sydney.

The Simon Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 969 out of 1363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1363 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the boardwalk and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in the heart of Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great central place to stay along the board walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place clean rooms and very welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please fix the washers, the parking lot could use some repairs. The staff was very helpful and the breakfast on the go was a very good deal for travelers who want to get on road early. The rooms were very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Loved our room. We'd happily stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, the room and the restaurant was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and well maintained hotel, perfectly situated on the boardwalk, with great water views. Walking proximity to several dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. A little overpriced, the staff could have been a little friendlier, location was good, parking feels a little unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in town and great views from our room. Staff was excellent, very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ,nice staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a very nice recently renovated hotel on the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, on the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location! It was within walking distance of all the main attractions, which made exploring the area so easy. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and accommodating - I was there for 2 nights for business meetings and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome! Spacious clean room with an amazing view of the harbour. Friendly staff and Trio restaurant was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay we will recommend to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, room was clean, the restaurant in the hotel was good, and it was a central location to the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Excellent rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the size of the suite and the location. It’s located in the Sydney downtown area and right beside the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great choice, bed was really good. Had a nice river view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, Room, Parking and breakfast were all great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, large, and beautiful vie of the harbour. Staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026