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8.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

717 George Street, Sydney, au

Great Southern Hotel Sydney - main view

About the Property

Historic Building in Prime Location
Great Southern Hotel, housed in a charming 19th-century building at the heart of Sydney CBD, offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. Just a short stroll from Central Station, this hotel provides easy access to the city's top attractions.

Convenient Amenities and Features
Adjacent to Chinatown, the hotel boasts a restaurant, bar, and smoke-free rooms equipped with essential amenities like air conditioning, refrigerator, and tea/coffee maker. The 24-hour reception, guest laundry, and tour desk ensure a seamless stay for every guest.

Explore Sydney with Ease
With key landmarks like the Capitol Theatre and Queen Victoria Building within walking distance, and Darling Harbour a short stroll away, Great Southern Hotel Sydney is the perfect base for your Sydney adventures.

Book your stay at Great Southern Hotel now for an unforgettable Sydney experience.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

This credit card and photo ID must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. If the booking has been made in a different name from the guest's name on arrival, an authorisation form will need to be completed. Please note that there is a non-refundable 2.0% credit card fee when you pay with Mastercard, Visa, UnionPay, JCB, American Express and Diners Club. Please note that early check-in is available for an additional AUD 30 only prior to 10:00 (after 10:00 is subject to room availability). Late check out is available for an additional AUD 35 until 13:00 (day use rate applies after 13:00). All requests for late check-out are subject to approval by the property and must be requested before 10:00. On-site parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces. The maximum vehicle height for parking at this property is 1,75 metres. Please note that renovation work will be carried out from April 2023 to October 2026, and some rooms may be affected by noise. Housekeeping services can be arranged for an additional charge of AUD 20. Breakfast is available for an extra charge of AUD 20 per day.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces. This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

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Standard Twin Room

This air-conditioned room features TV, a refrigerator, tea/coffee maker and work desk.

15 sqm
Sleeps 2
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

Standard Twin Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$131.79

$105.43

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.2
Excellent15357 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness7.7
Service9.1
Location9.2
Room Quality7.1
Amenities8.2
Value for Money8.6
Food and Beverage7.7
Overall Experience8.1

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P
PamelaauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 26, 2026

"Great stay"

9.0

Great location and very clean room

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M
MichaelauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2026

"Had to visit Sydney for a medical appointment so it was a convenient and cost effective hotel."

8.0

In the heart of Sydney close to Central Station and the Light Rail. Easy access to many of the locations of Sydney like Darling Harbour, China Town, Paddy's Market, theatres and Martin Place. Many restaurants, cafes and bars are in close proximity.

Nil. Quaint, iconic and convenient.

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R
RussellauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Location, clean

N/A

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D
DorothyauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2026

"A great place stay to get around town, shop or choices to eat, restaurant good at Hotel."

7.0

Hotel staff welcoming, property kept nice. Room cosy, furniture old but just needed attention on one side tables, maybe furniture oil. All in hood condition. Room well set up. Had good meal at restaurant with friendly staff. In great position getting around town. Good value, would stay again.

All was lovely in hotel.

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H
HeikedeDE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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Carol Amy VesperauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2026

"Will be back."

9.0

Great to have the choice of cooked or continental breakfast.

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T
TerriauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2026

"Our stay was awesome"

10.0

It was close to the capital Theatre

They need to clean the mould from the shower better

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C
CookeauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 24, 2026

"Was very happy"

10.0

Yes very much so

Car parking very tied to get car into spare .

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N
NadinezaZA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 24, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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M
MarkauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 24, 2026

"Short visit to Sydney to attend Theatre and football, location of Great Southern made attending easy"

10.0

Location, close to transport, theatre, sports stadium

No issue

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