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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5 star property
3.5-star Art Deco hotel near Star Casino

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A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a reception sign, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.
The Great Southern Hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it has a bar, restaurant, and VIP lounge.
A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and a chalkboard menu.
A bar area with a blue tiled counter, hanging plants, and various bottles and glasses.
A grand staircase with a wooden finish, leading to a lobby area with a polished floor and a large mirror on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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717 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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
(71 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen Room (Queen or Zip King bedding - subject to availability)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(227 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen Room with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(209 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

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

Standard Twin with no Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Haymarket stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Haymarket hotel, you'll find Capitol Theatre and Hyde Park. Star Casino and Circular Quay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

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
  • ‪Chubby Cubby - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khao Man Kai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

3.5-star Art Deco hotel near Star Casino
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Great Southern Hotel Sydney also features express check-in, express check-out, and an ATM.

This 3.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 176 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Great Southern Hotel Sydney offers 176 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Jul 19 - Jul 20
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

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 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 84041067353

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Great Southern
Great Southern
Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Southern Hotel Sydney to the airport?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney is 11.3 mi (29-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Sydney on Jul 13, 2026 start from $85, including 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.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Southern Hotel Sydney.

How close is Great Southern Hotel Sydney to the beach?

This hotel is 5 mi (23-min drive) from Bondi Beach and 5.3 mi (23-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Great Southern Hotel Sydney, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs AUD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Great Southern Hotel Sydney?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have a pool?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney does not have a pool.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Great Southern Hotel Sydney have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Great Southern Hotel Sydney to downtown Sydney?

Great Southern Hotel Sydney is 1 mi away from Sydney.

Great Southern Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1045 out of 2087 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 776 out of 2087 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 2087 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 2087 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 2087 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Chunyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient for tourists.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is in a great location, reasonably priced, a little dated, but definitely a bargain.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ailan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bijun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent friendly staff good loacation easy + highly recommended A+++
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable centrally located hotel with very friendly and efficient staff. Lunch and breakfast were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms cleaned very well every day - helpful staff - fantastic location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Joaquín

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay & was happy with my room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

tsutomu

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is perfect to use light rail.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central to tram and general transport, easy walking distance to all land marks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for transport, and value for money. staff very helpful and friendly, very happy with our stay and would stay here again if in Sydney
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, convenient, good value breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great internet and parking was a treat
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, service ect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, very clean and everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff was nice and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Central station and Light Rail out the front.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, perfect location, clean and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

XIAO HONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location ! Steps away from tram and many restaurants as well as shopping area. Convenience to every thing. Staff are very friendly, room is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026