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The Russell Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Museum of Contemporary Art

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In the heart of Sydney, The Russell Hotel offers a unique blend of history and charm. Enjoy a continental breakfast, unwind on the rooftop terrace or explore the garden. With two restaurants serving lunch and dinner options, you'll find something for everyone. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi or get lost in a good book from the library.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
The current price is CNY1,262
CNY1,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026

Room options

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Economy Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room

Classic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Design Room

Design Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
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About the neighborhood

Map
143a George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 02000

What's nearby

  • Circular Quay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 26 min drive
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 4 min walk
  • Sydney North Sydney Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Milsons Point Station - 22 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 9 min walk
  • Martin Place Station - 13 min walk
  • St. James Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Mode Kitchen & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortune of War - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rocks Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Russell Boutique Hotel

The Russell Boutique Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Circular Quay. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Wynyard Station is 9 minutes and Martin Place Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 66 ft (AUD 45 per day)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1790
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Bistro 1828 - This cocktail bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fortune of War - This pub serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 75.0 per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 45 per day (66 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Russell Hotel The Rocks
Russell The Rocks
The Russell Hotel
The Russell Hotel The Rocks
The Russell Boutique Hotel Hotel
The Russell Boutique Hotel The Rocks
The Russell Boutique Hotel Hotel The Rocks

Frequently asked questions

Does The Russell Boutique Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Russell Boutique Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Russell Boutique Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Russell Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Russell Boutique Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Russell Boutique Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as sailing. The Russell Boutique Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Russell Boutique Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bistro 1828.

What's the area around The Russell Boutique Hotel like?

The Russell Boutique Hotel is in The Rocks, a short 9-minute walk from Wynyard Station and 7 minutes' walk from Circular Quay.

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Reviews

The Russell Boutique Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, great, wonderful, and made to order. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay and great food
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recently renovated, elegant and historic boutique hotel in great location
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and exceptionally comfortable. The hotel staff was extremely polite and friendly. The location of the hotel was very convenient
Ronald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. Excellent location and staff.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

everything was spot on
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location, location, location… What s great stay at the rocks with short walking distance to most of things in the city center. Pubs, restaurant on the street and only 2-3 minutes to the ferry and train station. Breakfast excellent with the best service.
Per Olof, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Polite friendly staff. Easy access to tourism in The Rocks and Circular quay area.
Yvonne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend. Had a very comfortable stay here and will definitely be coming back
Adrian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, beautifully restored rooms, had character. Delicious breakfast included. Helpful staff.
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautifully restored bouquet hotel right on the harbour. Staff were so friendly & helpful, especially Alyssa.
Holly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Best location and a lovely hotel

This hotel is in a fabulous location in the Rocks and access to many attractions USA bonus. Lovely hotel but lots of stairs and managing luggage is difficult so next time I will use a backpack.
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

yes and yes
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is such a beautiful hotel. 12’ ceilings, lovely rooftop, sitting room. Comfortable bed. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Amazing location walkable to everything. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay memorable
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved this little historic hotel in the middle of Sydney - such a lovely, personal feel and lux feeling rooms. Would definitely come bak again.
Kate, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect

Everything was terrific, staff, food, room, position,
Judith, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sweet hotel with bar / restaurant underneath
Nathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptionally friendly and efficient staff, perfect location for public transport.
Jeffrey, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Sonya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place staff amazing walk from circular key and you have arrived. Class restoration on the old building looks amazing
Carmelo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Central and historic location
Ralph, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot with excellent breakfast and attentive staff. Only drawback was that our room door was not very soundproof so we heard everything that went on in the hallway but would definitely stay here again
Steven, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was very clean and had a charm, the property is not disability friendly lots of stairs.
Tricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable

Very convenient location ,friendly staff ,comfy bed, hot shower & yummy breakfast. Beautiful roof top area to sit & have a coffee in the morning sun.
Roslyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a very comfortable stay. Very clean and newly renovated. The breakfast was yummy too. Staff very friendly and helpful.
margaret, 1-night trip