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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
Sydney's vibrant theater district awaits at this central hotel, where guests can dine at the on-site restaurant or explore nearby shopping centers on foot

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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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥14,877
￥16,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7

Room options

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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
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
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
(198 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(176 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Great Southern Hotel Sydney is in Haymarket, a walkable area in Sydney with great shopping. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Sydney Cricket Ground, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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2000, NSW, Haymarket, 717 George Street

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre showing interior views and theater scenes as well as a large group of people
    Capitol Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park Sydney City; Shutterstock ID 421569712
    Hyde Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wet pavement reflection of the new International Convention Centre Sydney illuminated at night
    International Convention Centre Sydney
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sydney Town Hall in sydney central business district
    Sydney Town Hall
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • KFC
    1 min walk
  • The Great Southern Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Pho Gia Hoi
    1 min walk
  • Outta Coffee
    2 min walk
  • A Bowl of Noodles
    1 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Hotel near Hyde Park
Close to Capitol Theatre 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 banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 176 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, 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 transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite 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 (on request) (for a fee)

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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 Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on Apr 6, 2026 start from ￥14,877, 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?

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out 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 and Capitol Theatre. International Convention Centre Sydney and Hyde Park are also within 15 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station and Central Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1017 out of 2054 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 773 out of 2054 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 2054 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 2054 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 2054 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great next to central, rooms clean and tidy and we were able to check in early which was perfect for us. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, conveient, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at a fair price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location perfect for what I required
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good , comfortable hotel in an excellent location .It is very close to Central Station and The Light Rail .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Willem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic experience here. The room was spotless, it was spacious, the location was excellent, and the staff was extremely helpful during my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and well decorated. The location of the hotel is excellent being only a few steps to the tram which takes you to circular quay. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good value. Room was very clean. Great bar downstairs.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've stayed at the GSHotel more than 5 times and always found it very near to everything. The staff are very helpful and nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , helpful staff
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How quite it was and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. The staff, what we saw, were very friendly & helpful. All up to expectations - would stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room so close to the station and lots of restaurants or food available at hotel would highly recommend this hotel if you need to be near the station
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, delicious meals, friendly, efficient staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with the metro only 50 meters away. Nice sports bar underneath the hotel as well with no noise heard from the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient to public transport and food options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Clarke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are always accomodating here. Rooms are spacious and modern enough. In a very convenient part of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were efficient and friendly. The room was comfortable without being flashy. Very convenient for getting around Sydney as it is near the light and heavy rail
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice central hotel that is very close to the tram line and in amongst all the pubs and restaurants, the hotel itself is a little dated, but it’s perfect for a few days stay in Sydney at a budget price .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 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

RENATO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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