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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior
Lobby
Executive Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(215 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(190 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Great Southern Hotel Sydney places you in Haymarket, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. This 176-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chubby Cubby - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

At Great Southern Hotel Sydney, guests have access to express check-in, express check-out, and an ATM. Limited parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This smoke-free hotel also has a banquet hall.
32-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 1,903
  • Great Southern Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

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 lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: AUD 30

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: AUD 35

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 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

For bookings of 14 nights or more, guests will be required to change rooms so that the property can carry out preventative cleaning and maintenance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.
Property Registration Number 84041067353

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, 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Great Southern

Great Southern

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on May 17, 2026 start from $81, 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 near Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

This hotel is situated in Haymarket within a short 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Sydney Town Hall. You'll also find Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney include a casino?

No, Great Southern Hotel Sydney doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Great Southern Hotel Sydney a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

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

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at 1903.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great Southern Hotel Sydney though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

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

How close is the airport from Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

The closest major airport to Great Southern Hotel Sydney is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 11.3 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI), which is around 27.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

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

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1014 out of 2035 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 760 out of 2035 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 2035 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2035 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 2035 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Winnie

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I needed an early check in and my room was available so that was great. The location was great, very central to many restaurants but the room was very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Saiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
it is an old but very cozy and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fausto

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room - comfortable. Staff - kind. Stay - Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly check8n team and clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was super
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Saiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Darlene

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Toshihide

Liked: Amenities
The shower was not working well. It was the weakest shower that I had in hotels. It was not hot enough either. Tha is why I am giving this low score. Other conditions were good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great location, close too all types of public transport. Rooms are satisfactory, you get what you pay for. Pub and meals area are fine. Close to City markets and China town and Darling Harbour
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff was nice and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adrian, Campbelltown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was good, quick check in and close to paddy’s market. The only thing I can complain about is the bed needs to be upgraded as you can feel the springs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Arka

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unclean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

DONALD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Location, clean room & bagroim.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location, clean room, didn’t like the hard pillows though. That and had to buy plug adapters to change phone and laptop because western AC plugs don’t work. Other than those items, everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were excellent especially Isabella
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great next to central, rooms clean and tidy and we were able to check in early which was perfect for us. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were very helpful and friendly. also very easy to store your luggage on your arrival and departure. Very close to paddys market and chinatown with so much food to choose from. the light rail is also outside the hotel. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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