Located near Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre, Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers a convenient retreat with laundry facilities, a bar, and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi for seamless planning; enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast options while appreciating the overall value of this hotel.
International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 29 min drive
Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
Exhibition Centre Station - 12 min walk
Sydney Redfern Station - 18 min walk
Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
Central Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
Restaurants
Pho Gia Hoi - 1 min walk
The Great Southern Hotel - 1 min walk
KFC - 3 min walk
Kura Japanese Dining - 1 min walk
Khao Man Kai - 1 min walk
About this property
Great Southern Hotel Sydney
You'll be in a fantastic location at Great Southern Hotel Sydney, just a 5-minute walk from Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 1903, which serves breakfast. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 2 minutes away and Central Light Rail Station is 3 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
176 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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.
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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
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Special features
Dining
1903 - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast only.
Great Southern Bar - This pub serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 35 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
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.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
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
Also known as
Hotel Great Southern
Great Southern
Great Southern Hotel Sydney
Frequently asked questions
Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Great Southern Hotel Sydney 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 Great Southern Hotel Sydney?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of AUD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 35 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Great Southern Hotel Sydney?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, 1903.
What's the area around Great Southern Hotel Sydney like?
Great Southern Hotel Sydney is in Haymarket, a short 2-minute walk from Capitol Square Light Rail Station and 4 minutes' walk from Capitol Theatre. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.
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Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Value
Breakfast
Food
Bar
Bed
Transportation
What guests liked
Breakfast options were very good, affordable, and reasonably priced. (41 reviews)
The property's restaurant and nearby dining options offer a variety of tasty and reasonably priced meals. (31 reviews)
Getting to and from the airport was extremely easy due to the property's proximity to Central Station. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Il a tout pour un séjour peu onéreux notamment dans le parking bon petit déjeuner personnel serviable
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Great value for money
Great location, clean and comfortable.
Keira
Keira, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Great location and good price for very convenient location. Will stay there again.
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
A truly wonderful stay at the Great Southern Hotel Sydney. Staff were amazing and it felt like a different Era.
Rodney
Rodney, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
The best place to stay in Sydney's CBD.
Very clean, quiet, friendly, helpful staff and extremely convenient to Central Railway Station, the Light rail, Chinatown and Paddy's Markets.
Louis
Louis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2025
Central at a good price
The room was very clean and the staff were lovely. It's an older hotel but excellent value for a quick overnight stay. Easy access to transport and good food
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Old charm with modern amenities
Great old hotel upgraded rooms and a short walk from central train station. Easy access to tram and trains to visit anywhere around Sydney. Right in Chinatown for huge selection of Asian cuisines… Full English breakfast was great too…
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Perfect location! Just a few meters away from the tram.
Dennis
Dennis, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 4, 2025
Convenient
This hotel is convenient and easy walk to the station.The rooms are average but clean .We had to turn the fridge off as it had a rattle but the bed is comfortable.
CHRISTINE
CHRISTINE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Place is clean, homy, close to Sydney Center
John
John, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
Good location good value for money.
Roslyn
Roslyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2025
A fantastic stay
Julian
Julian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2025
Retro Homey Stay
A hotel with history conveniently located near Central Station with a shortcut via the back entrance to Chinatown. I opted for no room service for 3 nights and it was finem Staff everywhere - at the bar and reception - are helpful and efficient. Had fajitas during their Mexican night and it was delicious!
Yew Lan Irene
Yew Lan Irene, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2025
ロケーション 最高
セントラルの近くで、非常に便利でした
Akiko
Akiko, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Great Southern Hotel
Have stayed at Great Southern Hotel a few times now. Within walking distance to transport and Eateries. Clean and comfortable rooms, Restaurant has tasty and reasonably priced meals. Breakfast option is good too. Would highly recommended this Hitel, thankyou.
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Great location and atmosphere
Sander
Sander, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Great location
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Great hotel reasonable price close to central
Murray
Murray, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great hotel at a great price, walking distance to lots of shopping, and attractions.
Craig
Craig, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
Close to all attractions.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 5, 2025
Nice staff good location
ANSEL
ANSEL, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 10, 2025
Will stay again
Great location near Central Station. Stayed 2 nights mid week. Had a quiet room. Furniture old but bathroom renovated and modern things like powerpoints and USB charging points at bedside. Bed comfortable. Basic buffet breakfast $10 for continental or $18 with a plate of hot breakfast
Michele
Michele, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 30, 2025
Great location
Brad
Brad, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 30, 2025
Gute Lage und sehr freundliches Personal.
Cédric
Cédric, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 11, 2025
A convenient place near Central Station
The room was a bit on the small side (the bathroom was quite large however) but it had what we needed. It was raining a lot which I think caused an annoying drip sound but we were warm and snug. There are many restaurants nearby and central is only 5 minutes walk.