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Hotel Diplomat Sydney

3.5 star property

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Diplomat) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Diplomat) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Hallway

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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17 Bayswater Road, Kings Cross, Sydney, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, The Domain
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Pitt Street Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Diplomat)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Diplomat) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Diplomat)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Diplomat)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room (Diplomat) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room (Diplomat)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Potts Point, Hotel Diplomat Sydney is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as St Vincent’s Hospital and Woolloomooloo Wharf. This 51-room, 3.5-star hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Domain - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sydney Tower Eye - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pitt Street Mall - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 2 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pad Thai Chai Yo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Adhika - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lady Chu - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Diplomat Sydney

Guests of Hotel Diplomat Sydney enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and express check-out. Self parking is offered for AUD 35 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. This smoke-free hotel also has a communal living room.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, free tea bags/instant coffee, and wardrobes or closets. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 35 per night)

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless 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 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100 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.

  • Self parking fee: AUD 35 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 and debit 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bayswater Hotel Sydney

Bayswater Sydney

Sydney Bayswater

Bayswater Sydney Hotel

Bayswater Sydney Hotel Potts Point

Bayswater Sydney Potts Point

Hotel Diplomat Hotel

The Bayswater Sydney

Hotel Diplomat Potts Point

Hotel Diplomat Hotel Potts Point

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

Hotel Diplomat Sydney offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Diplomat Sydney on Jun 15, 2026 start from $107, 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 around Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

This hotel is situated in Potts Point within a 10-minute walk of William Street and Crown Street. You'll also find Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 35 per night.

Does Hotel Diplomat Sydney feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Diplomat Sydney doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like premium bedding, free WiFi in some guestrooms, as well as concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

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

Does Hotel Diplomat Sydney have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Diplomat Sydney doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel Diplomat Sydney allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Diplomat Sydney.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Diplomat Sydney?

The closest major airport to Hotel Diplomat Sydney is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 9.8 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI), which is around 28.9 mi away.

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel Diplomat Sydney that offer a balcony.

Hotel Diplomat Sydney Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 429 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1003 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

hoon tea

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Great location and friendly staff, but the room was very small (no bedside table on one side and had to put the kettle on the floor to use it). I used the top of the wardrobe to store one suitcase but when I retrieved it a load of dust came down too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Henry Blanas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful Stay at Hotel Diplomat Sydney ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ I had a thoroughly enjoyable stay at Hotel Diplomat Sydney and couldn’t be happier with my experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and attentive — they genuinely made me feel at home throughout my visit. It’s clear that excellent customer service is a real priority here, something many guests consistently mention in their feedback online. My room was comfortable and clean, with a bed that was exceptionally pleasant to sleep in. The choice of pillows made it easy to find just the right level of comfort, which was a real plus after long days of travel. Like other guests, I found the room cosy and well-appointed for a restful night’s sleep. While I was there, I appreciated how helpful the team was with local tips and making sure everything was taken care of — a feature that many reviewers also highlight as a standout aspect of this hotel. Overall, it was a great experience and I’ve already booked my next stay. I travel regularly to Sydney, and Hotel Diplomat Sydney will definitely be my go-to choice whenever I’m in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Sophia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Service was fantastic. Only thing that could be improved upon is that our shower didn't have a door or curtain, so water often leaked onto the bathroom floor. Overall a really smooth check-in and check-out process 🙂
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Traveled with group
I had a later check-in and communicated this to them, which they confirmed was okay. I wish they had communicated back that the door was locked and would’ve had someone come get it—instead I was left outside for several minutes while they didn’t pick up the phone. The hotel was also not accessible. To enter the building, there are steps required. To access the fifth floor, you’ll need to take stairs from the fourth. I was clearly struggling with my luggage and asked about accessibility to the fifth floor, but the staff just dismissed it and walked away from me. Their indifference was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Steven, Manchester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel with big rooms. It was difficult to take our suitcases up to the room as many steps at the entrance - could be more accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

CLAIRE, GrangeOverSands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is basically serviced rooms. There is no option to dine here. The rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were excellent. Each room has tea & coffee making facilities with a small fridge which I found very useful.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

supreya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, This comfortable king bed and the hotel conveniently located near King cross station.Bus stop also just right in front
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff at this hotel is amazing, always trying to solve all the numerous issues this hotel has. The rooms are dark, infested with cockroaches, and the air conditioning leaks water throughout the night. Additionally, all rooms are noisy, particularly those adjacent to the reception area. The most concerning aspect is the security breach that allows outsiders to enter the hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Very old building with awkard access. No 24/7 reception. You need to download an access app or enter a long code into a circular keypad to enter. I had to return to reception to be shown how to make the key pad work after checking in. The room was freezing, im assuming this was to combat the wet mouldy carpet. One pain of window glass was broken like it belonged in a final destination movie. Triangle shard pointing downwards. Mould was in the grout outside the wet area of the bathroom and there was some sort of smear/growth besides the toilet at the towel rack. Towel rack was loose and toilet seat unattached. The TV had such a bright standby light that i had to throw a towel over it to fall asleep. The light to the bathroom was also hiden behind the wardrobe. Next time i will spend the extra $20 a night to stay at the holiday in. Location was good for my needs.
Unsafe broken glass in window
Mouldy carpet
Dirty smear on wall and mould in grout
Hidden bathroom light
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Odete

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah, North Perth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was fine. The noise level on Friday and Saturday night was really loud, and they never replenished the coffee and tea, but the staff were lovely and it was a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great service. Good accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both my friend and I were very happy with our stay. Staff were all so kind, helpful and professional. We were able to leave our bags until check in and then after check out until in the evening. The room was small and simple but was clean and had everything we needed, including good aircon, a comfortable bed, mini fridge and a shower with good pressure. the location was super convenient being so close to kings cross station, because of this there was some outside noise at night but it wasn’t enough to bother us, inside the hotel guests respected they needed to be quiet at night, so we still slept really well both nights. The front door to the hotel is locked before 9 am and after 3 pm so we felt safe here. Our only complaints were the only hand soap was inside the shower and that there was no fan in the bathroom. But overall staying here was a lovely experience and we’ll definitely stay again if we’re back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dayanand

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Staff were super friendly Would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

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

Excellent location

Excellwnt stay we had, friendly staff, clean and esily accessible toilet in the meeting room. Clean room with sittong area, as per location, near train station, restaurant everywhere and close to hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve, Mitchell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Expedia page says parking available for $35 night, this is incorrect there is no parking available and we ended up paying $90. They did upgrade our room but we were only sleeping in it, so zero value and the door kept falling of the bathroom. Overall this is a 3 star property but incorrect info makes me mark it down. On a positive side the staff were very polite and tried to help.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025