Sydney Harbour Hotel

Property class: 4

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A short walk from Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour Hotel provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Playfair Terrace, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Queen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(134 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture of a building on the wall.

Accessible Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with a view of a cruise ship.

Queen Room with Harbour View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and headboards, a small wooden nightstand with a phone, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Two Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

Superior King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window offering a view of a cityscape and water.

Superior King with Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, desk, chair, and two windows with city views.

Deluxe King with Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and large windows.

Executive King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

Ambassador Harbour View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Near a metro station, Sydney Harbour Hotel is in The Rocks, a walkable area in Sydney with great shopping. Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pitt Street Mall and Martin Place. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Afterpay Arena. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours and other activities like segway rentals/tours. Guests love the hotel's central location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient for public transportation: Wynyard Station is 11 minutes on foot. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • A street lined with tents, a sign for 'Fair Street,' and a 'Site Safety' caution sign.
    The Rocks Markets
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
    Circular Quay
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A city square with historic buildings, a modern skyscraper, and a construction crane in the background.
    Campbell’s Storehouses
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The exterior of the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia.
    Museum of Contemporary Art
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Sydney Harbour Bridge with the Sydney Opera House in the background.
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station
    7 min walk
  • Wynyard Station
    11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Glenmore Hotel
    3 min walk
  • Endeavour Tap Rooms
    2 min walk
  • Junk Lounge
    5 min walk
  • Munich Brauhaus
    2 min walk
  • The Rocks Café
    3 min walk

About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Circular Quay
  • A short walk from Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Hotel provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Playfair Terrace, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and express check-out
    • A lift, luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • A nature reserve, a gift shop and a TV in reception
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool and central location
  • Room features
  • All 176 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sydney Harbour Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sydney Harbour Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Valet parking is available for AUD 75 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sydney Harbour Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sydney Harbour Hotel located?

Located in The Rocks, this hotel is steps away from The Rocks Markets, Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are also within 1 mile (2 km). Wynyard Station is 11 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 17 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

Sydney Harbour Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1058 out of 2216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 724 out of 2216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 285 out of 2216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 2216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 2216 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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With this being our time in australia and Sydney. We could not fault the hotel at all it is situated .right down a,the circular quay. With both views of the opera house and Sydney Harbour Bridge. It even has a swimming pool on the rooftop ,with even better views of the opera house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great Breakfast and fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay, beautiful view, excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - affordable, brilliant location, great staff, clean, great beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised by this hotel. Location is fabulous, clean and tidy. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the Rocks. Hotel is a little dated but was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this hotel. Very handy. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The hotel itself is very dated, but the shower had hot water, the bed was comfortable, and everything was within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable in the heart of downtown Sidney. Decor was a bit tired - but this is reflected in the rate, our room for a family of 4 was excellent value in an excellent location only a 5 min walk from the Opera House and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great hotel-location amazing. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Awesome view and wonderful location 👏
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Central for visiting the rocks. An excellent buffet breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the hotel and location is great for going on a cruise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great central location to the Rocks and circular quay. Clean and welcoming atmosphere. Breakfast was excellent. Having a coin guest laundry was handy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Three rooms are a good size and the beds are comfy. Reception staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location . Decent value. Our 3rd stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in with friendly staff, clean space with all the basic items we needed, and the bed was unbelievably comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location great friendly staff only problem was poor bathroom shower terrible couldn’t regulate the water temperature and so small room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s our second stay at this great hotel central to everything will definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all this hotel is fantastic with good sized rooms and very helpful staff. Roof top pool and Spa is a must visit with amazing views of Sydney Harbour bridge, opera house and beyond. The bathrooms is a bit dated. But has both bath and shower. Hotel is centrally located in the rocks and is well worth staying at. Will be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Location, location, location! We enjoyed our stay, being in The Rocks and close to all the Vivid installations. The rooftop pool area was amazing with expansive views of Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very helpful and obliging. Roomswere tidy and clean, a little outdated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean amd organised arrangement
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026