Great southern hotel - SYDNEY
The Great Southern Hotel Sydney is a heritage listed hotel dating back to 1854 located in the vibrant heart of the city. Keeping the heritage fascade of the “original Great Southern Hotel.”
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717 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
ABN: 84 041 067 353
ACN: 075 088 854 -
P: +61 2 9289 4400
F: +61 2 9281 5118 - Contact Us
GREAT SOUTHERN HOTEL - SYDNEY
The Great Southern Hotel Sydney combines many charms of the old building with modern conveniences. With easy access to the city’s entertainment, shopping and tourist attractions. It is an ideal location for business and holiday travellers seeking comfort and convenience.
Great Southern Hotel Sydney is extremely close to Central Station and Capitol Theatre, walking distance to Town Hall, Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour and Queen Victoria Building. The hotel is also well served by transportation with trains from Central Station and a tram running from our doorstep which goes directly to Circular Quay where you will find the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and The Rocks.
CARPARK CLOSED
Please note the hotel car park will be closed on Sunday 18, Monday 19 and Tuesday 20 January 2026 due to essential building works. No vehicle entry or exit will be possible during this time. All vehicles must exit the car park before 7:00am on Monday 19 January. Parking will resume Wednesday 21 January. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
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Express Check In and Check Out facilities are now available through our newly installed state of the art Kiosks
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24 hour Reception
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Carpark (additional charge, subject to availability)
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Conference facilities
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All major credit cards accepted
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Electronic in-room safe
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Luggage storage
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Non-smoking hotel
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Restaurant
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Self-serve laundry (additional charge)
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Bedding configuration subject to availability (Zip King, Queen or Twin beds)
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Digital LCD television
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Electronic Security
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Free Wi-Fi (additional plans available)
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Hair dryer, iron and ironing board
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In-room safe
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Individually controlled air-conditioning / heating
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ISD/STD Telephone
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Key card entrance
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No scenic views
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Private ensuite (basin, shower/bath and toilet)
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Refrigerator (bar size only)
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Tea and coffee making facilities
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Work desk
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Chinatown
Located only 200 metres from the hotel, visiting Chinatown in Sydney can be an exciting and rewarding experience for any tourist. With all the colour and excitement of an Asian marketplace, Chinatown offers an enticing mix of restaurants, noodle bars, food halls, and shops and markets full of bargains. Click here for more.
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Paddy's Markets
Located 500 metres from the hotel, Paddy’s Markets is located right beside Chinatown offering a variety of lunchtime take away or eat in food options that are sure to have you coming back for more. It operates like a traditional market and offers imported and local women’s fashion, kids clothes, hair accessories, jewellery as well as gifts, souvenirs, gadgets, and lots more. Click here for more.
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Central Station
Located only 500 metres from the hotel, Central railway station is a railway station located at the southern end of the central business district in Sydney. Often abbreviated as Central or Central station, the station is the largest and busiest railway station in New South Wales. Click here for more.
- International Convention Centre Sydney 950m
- City Centre 1km
- Darling Harbour 1.1km
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Restaurant
Cuisine: International
The unique style and personality of our restaurant allows our guests to experience an international cuisine to suit all tastebuds.
Breakfast: MON – SUN 7:30am – 10am
Lunch: MON – THUR 12pm – 3pm
Dinner: MON – THUR 5pm – 9:30pm
All Day Service: FRI – SUN 12pm – 9:30pm
