Great Southern Hotel Sydney | Member Rates

Name: Great Southern Hotel Sydney
Address: 717 George Street, Sydney, 2000
Rating: 8.2

Great Southern Hotel Sydney | Member Rates | Dyme

ParkingSelf parking (surcharge)Secured parkingRestaurantConcierge serviceNon-smoking rooms

Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 10:00 AM

Classification

4-Star Hotel

Amenities

Parking, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Restaurant, Family rooms, Lift / Elevator

Location

Sydney, au

Walkability

Walk

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.

Accommodations

Rooms & Suites

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Guests

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

8.2

Excellent

14,946 reviews

Highlights

+Great location
+Friendly staff

Could Improve

–Cleanliness issues
–Outdated room quality

Cleanliness7.7

Some reviews noted cleanliness issues such as dirty carpets and mould.

Service9.1

Many reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff.

Location9.2

Multiple reviews praised the excellent location, very close to transport options.

Room Quality7.1

Some rooms were described as small, outdated, and needing maintenance.

Amenities8.2

Amenities such as breakfast were mentioned but with mixed feedback.

Value for Money8.6

Overall good value for the location and comfort noted.

Food and Beverage7.7

Breakfast options were noted as limited and sometimes not served hot.

Overall Experience8.1

Previous stays and overall convenience lead to a positive experience.

Branko

Solo Traveller · Jun 2026

Liked:Very close to tram stop. Rooms are very basic but comfortable and good value.

Disliked:Reception was a bit slow.

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Scott

Couple · Jun 2026

Good value for money

Liked:Great value for money

Disliked:Very good location

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Jennifer

Solo Traveller · Jun 2026

Not great

Liked:Location

Disliked:It’s old and needs to be cleaner.

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Robert

Extended Group · Jun 2026

Excellent short break with friends

Liked:Great value for money, convenient very quiet location.

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FAQs

Common Questions

Check-in is from 02:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request.

Yes, parking is available. Contact the hotel directly for current rates.

Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Yes, the hotel has an on-site restaurant for guests.

No promo codes needed. As a Dyme member, you automatically receive wholesale pricing up to 35% below public rates.

Sustainability

Travel That Gives Back

Every booking through Dyme directly funds clean energy infrastructure.

5,910 tons

CO₂ Avoided Annually

~271,000

Equivalent Mature Trees Per Year

15 Central Parks

Of Mature Trees Equivalent

Sustainability at Great Southern Hotel Sydney

LowHigh

High Carbon

Emissions estimates are calculated using the local electricity grid carbon intensity for the hotel’s region, sourced from the U.S. EPA eGRID database (for U.S. properties) and Electricity Maps (for international properties). All sustainability information is derived from publicly available data sources, including hotel websites and certification bodies, and may not reflect the hotel’s actual energy usage or specific sustainability measures. Figures are approximate and provided for indicative purposes only.

Location

How to Find Us

717 George Street

Sydney · au

Policies

Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

All prices are all-inclusive with taxes and fees. A valid credit card is required at check-in. No additional resort or service fees will apply.

Important Information

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay. We would like to inform you that we now offer express check-in and check out to our guests via kiosks in the hotel lobby. Please feel free to ask our friendly staff upon arrival if you need assistance. You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. 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 to the guest’s name on arrival, an authorization form will need to be completed. Please note that there is a nonrefundable 2.0% credit card fee when you pay with a Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, JCB or UnionPay credit card. Early check in is available for an additional AUD $30.00 (subject to room availability after 10.00am). Late Check Out is available for an additional AUD $35.00 (until 1 pm). Please notify reception by 10:00 am on your check out date if you require a late check out. Please note the covered parking has a height restriction of 5.9 feet. Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with property policies may result in the eviction of guests and the loss of any deposits or payments made. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Air conditioning: set between 21 to 24 degrees Please be aware our breakfast trading hours are from 7:30am to 10:00am (Monday – Sunday). We offer our Great Sunrise Breakfast (One Serve of Hot Plated Breakfast: bacon, eggs, sausages, hash browns, mushrooms & baked beans, plus help yourself to toast, cereal, canned fruit, yogurt, pancakes, coffee, tea and juice – No refills) at AUD $21.00 per person (served between 07:30 am to 10:00 am daily). "Housekeeping service fee AUD 20.00."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.

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