Great Southern Hotel Sydney | Member Rates

Name: Great Southern Hotel Sydney
Address: 717 George Street, Sydney, 2000
Telephone: +61 2 9289 4411
Rating: 8.2

Great Southern Hotel Sydney | Member Rates | Dyme

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Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 10:00 AM

Classification

4-Star Hotel

Amenities

WiFi available, Free WiFi, Parking, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, 24-hour front desk

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

15,419 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–Outdated room quality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Some rooms were described as small, outdated, and needing maintenance.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.

Mark

Solo Traveller · Aug 2026

Great spot but a bad night’s sleep

Liked:Great location

Disliked:The bed was incredibly uncomfortable, and the sheets were very old.

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Paul

Couple · Aug 2026

Good for amenities and easy transportation

Liked:Normal & Comfortable

Disliked:Ordinarily

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michael

Couple · Aug 2026

Perfect if you want good basic accommodation near central

Liked:Location couldnt have been better for us, as we were catching a train in the morning

Disliked:The room (apart from the bathroom) was looking very tired. Bathroom excellent

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Elizabeth

Couple · Aug 2026

I’m aware the hotel is afabulous looking building from outside and appreciate that it must be valued

Liked:Location was perfect for us to access the train station.

Disliked:Rooms lacked natural lighting and the courtyards are a bit closed in.

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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

+61 2 9289 4411

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

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.

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