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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney is steps from Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Travelers value practical amenities like laundry facilities, a bar, in-room WiFi, and a restaurant serving cooked-to-order breakfast, adding value to this city stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is RM367
RM403 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

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
(179 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
(154 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

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

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • University of Technology Sydney - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khao Man Kai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A Bowl of Noodles - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Hotel near Capitol Theatre
Close to World Square Shopping Centre and International Convention Centre Sydney, Great Southern Hotel Sydney provides a bar, a restaurant and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a lift
  • ATM/banking services, a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 176 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limited on-site 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 (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 per cent 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
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 21 for adults and from AUD 21 for children
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 84041067353

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Hotel Great Southern
Great Southern
Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Southern Hotel Sydney pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on 15 Dec 2025 start from RM 366.7, 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.

How much is parking at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 35 (subject to availability).

Where is Great Southern Hotel Sydney located?

Located in Haymarket, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Paddy's Market, Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall are also within 15 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station and Central Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1025 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 811 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 2106 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff, clean room and a very convenient bar to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leveni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is always great at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Great breakfast. Popular bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, I would definitely recommend this Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leveni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3 time staying , staff and location always great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy access to public transit. Place has character and a great pub downstairs
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location handy for tram to Opera house etc. Front desk staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable with an awesome breakfast. Close proximity to Central Station with numerous dining options. I will definitely stay at the Great Southern again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAROLINE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all exceptionally nice and the breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good & affordable basic hotel. Very central, close to china town, paddy’s market, tram & trains.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

howard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent in a great location. My second time staying. The daily food specials are good value large portions. Close to tram and central station. Paddy markets are 1 block away.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and quiet where we were on the 4th floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes...super convenient to lite rail (Haymarket stop) across a pedestrian friendly street. We stayed in this hotel 5 days and loved it. We would stay here again, but would book the room with the sitting area next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most staff were friendly, helpful and welcoming, offering a good, genuine service. The location was great, easy walking to the harbour, opera house and Sydney Bridge. Excellent priced evening meal menu.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed there quite a few times and staff are always polite and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leveni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomokazu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close from Central station & my room was very cozy & quiet. The Great Southern Bar (ground floor / entrance), Bar manager guy was very friendly & always nice hospitality. This great southern bar is the best place if you watch your favorite sports (Ex:UFC,etc) in Sydney.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive given this top marks for the price and will return again , so close to trams and trains
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location at reasonable prices and surprisingly quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room and close to Central station. We went and had a drink in the downstairs bar it was a great atmosphere down there and we had a meal there. Food was excellent. We would recommend the hotel to other travellers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent, everything you could want to visit is within walking distance, and the tram is just round the corner for those other sites. Room was better than I expected, 1st time staying there, won't be the last time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suprisingly a great hotel and convenient location. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025