At ibis budget Sydney East, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Also, Hyde Park and Martin Place are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Kings Cross Station is 5 minutes and St. James Station is 14 minutes.
World Square Shopping Centre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Pitt Street Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive
Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 60 min drive
Sydney Central Station - 25 min walk
Sydney Circular Quay Station - 26 min walk
Exhibition Centre Station - 29 min walk
Kings Cross Station - 5 min walk
St. James Station - 14 min walk
Museum Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
Guzman Y Gomez - 4 min walk
Hungry Jack's - 4 min walk
Twin Peeks - 4 min walk
Vinfafe - 3 min walk
The Old Fitzroy Hotel - 5 min walk
About this property
ibis budget Sydney East
At ibis budget Sydney East, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Also, Hyde Park and Martin Place are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Kings Cross Station is 5 minutes and St. James Station is 14 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
115 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
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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Children
Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smooth flooring in room
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 8 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.4 percent
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Also known as
Formule 1 Darlinghurst
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ibis budget Sydney East Hotel Darlinghurst
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Frequently asked questions
Does ibis budget Sydney East offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis budget Sydney East 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 ibis budget Sydney East?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis budget Sydney East?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at ibis budget Sydney East?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around ibis budget Sydney East like?
Ibis budget Sydney East is a short 5-minute walk from Kings Cross Station and 10 minutes' walk from Hyde Park. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
ibis budget Sydney East Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, tasty, and with a great variety and quantity. (15 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2026
Yes! very clean and friendly-
Amazing view and close proximity to attractions
Theresia
Theresia, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Excellent friendly staff and amazingly comfortable and clean beds and rooms
Jacob
Jacob, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
Good room, comfortable bed, clean, friendly and helpful staff, good location
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 10, 2026
Great staff, room and bed comfortable. Bathroom a little tired but does the trick
Holly
Holly, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Good hotel nice staff and good location
Darius
Darius, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 3, 2026
Clean room, accessible in train station a lot of groceries store and restaurant/fast-food nearby the hotel.
Wilma
Wilma, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
I had excellent stay in this hotel. The location is great and the staff were friendly and courteous. The room was basic (it is budget after all) but it was clean and comfortable. I would recommend it to others and stay again.
Aidan
Aidan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2026
The Ibis is a wonderful budget hotel! I was very pleased with every aspect of the hotel stay, the cleanliness, the courtesy and professionalismof the staff, the location, overall it was just more than I expected. I highly recommend for the budget traveler or traveler staying a night or two in Sydney.
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2025
The staff was very generous and kind.
Mario
Mario, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2025
Room was very clean
Staff were very helpful
Marc Lee
Marc Lee, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is clean. The location is very good.
Ying Har
Ying Har, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 16, 2025
Clean room and well serviced
LYN
LYN, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2026
The breakfast was awesome, the room was set up well. Not overly big however the showers did soak the whole bathroom and the sand was not cleaned up from our room daily with the housekeeping.
Trisha
Trisha, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Great srrvice desk and breakfast staff great room
Shane Anthony
Shane Anthony, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 16, 2026
The room was fine. Basic and clean. Bathroom small and hard to keep dry as the shower is open. Breakfast was
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2025
Room was simple but clean. Staff were accommodating and friendly at all times. Great location - walk 15mins to city centre. Lots of wonderful eating options nearby. Uber was a great option for airport transfers and for the stadium event.
Isaac
Isaac, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
I checked in around 9pm on a Sunday,the Reception staff member was exceptional with his efficient and friendly service,the room was immaculate and quiet as well.
Close to transport, dining,shopping and entertainment options,this is my new destination for Sydney stays.
Rod
Rod, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
The two guys at reception were great it was a hot day and one of them gave us a cold bottle of water the gentleman who did the night was very polite and very helpful
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Perfect location, clean, great staff - would return for my next trip.
Alexander
Alexander, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 29, 2025
Room was very average, semi blocked pipes in bathroom, vent taped to ceiling. Comfortable bed, great view. Staff were awesome and continental breakfast was great. Perfect for a place to sleep on a budget.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
They were very helpful
I wascablevto check in early. Staff was helpful with getting ubers. Stored my luggage for me while i visited botanical gatdens before getting on cruise. Breakfast buffet was tasty
JOAN
JOAN, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Brilliant Hotel in an awesome location.
Paul
Paul, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Nice location and and transportation.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Very convenient for transport and anything else I needed. Basic amenities but great value for my requirements.
Georgia
Georgia, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
Great service, clean and tidy room for an overnight stay, close walk to restaurants prime location