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Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Reception
Reception
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
  • Place, The Rocks Markets
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Overseas Passenger Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Queen Room

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

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Queen Room with Harbour View

Queen Room with Harbour View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Double Beds

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

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Superior King

Superior King

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King with Harbour View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King with Harbour View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King

Executive King

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

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Ambassador Harbour View

Ambassador Harbour View

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

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About the area

Sydney

With a stay at Sydney Harbour Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Sydney, just a 4-minute walk from Overseas Passenger Terminal and 8 minutes by foot from Sydney Harbour Bridge. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Circular Quay and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Sydney Opera House.

What's nearby

  • The Rocks Markets - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Circular Quay - 7 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Squire's Landing - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cruise Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Quay - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

Hotel with an outdoor pool, steps from Overseas Passenger Terminal
Sydney Harbour Hotel offers 176 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 176 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby.
You can enjoy a meal at Playfair Terrace serving the guests of Sydney Harbour Hotel, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Limited parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Playfair Terrace - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
The Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured valet parking on site (AUD 75 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Playfair Terrace
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 8 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: AUD 75 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Hotel
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Hotel Rocks
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Rocks
Holiday Inn Rocks
Holiday Inn Rocks Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Rocks Sydney
Holiday Inn Sydney Rocks
Old Holiday Inn Sydney
Sydney Holiday Inn Rocks
Holiday Inn Old Sydney Rocks Hotel

Sydney Harbour Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 947 out of 2023 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 656 out of 2023 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 281 out of 2023 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 2023 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 2023 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay ! Front desk staff were wonderful and so welcoming and the room was clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and staff nice. Only disappointment was we booked and paid extra for a sea view. What view there was a great big cruise ship there every morning !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

NARELLE, QUAKERS HILL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably clean room . Comfy bed great views from room and rooftop pool deck !
Room 6206
Shower/bath
Rooftop pool
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check in experience. Fantastic hotel location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara, Dalby

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very old and outdated. The bathroom especially was terrible. Staff were not very happy when we checked in or even when we checked out. And they are very difficult to understand. The only thing going for this hotel is the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Marge

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The tub was badly stained and needs to be replaced. There was mould around the sink. Continental breakfast was $30 and a latte was more than $5 extra. I took a pass. I paid over $400 for the small room with no harbour view. Great location but overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Helmut

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

jose enrique

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible hotel, not well maintained. During night if someone takes a shower you can hear the pipes making a huge noise. They actually made me awake. Very very expensive for the type of hotel it is. Ok it is in a good place but the rest is an absolute shame
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Although the hotel is dated and the room could have used a more through vacuum, it is in an idea location for much of the sites and things we wanted to see in Sydney. The proximity to the Opera House, Sydney Bridge etc... were great. The views of the area from the pool area were excellent once the cruise ship that was docked in Circular Quay. Staff were helpful and kind. All of the good things cancelled out the not so great and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both rooms were clean. They didn't have the room I reserved in the beginning, but, they got me one for the next night. Entire staff were great. Hotel wa literally a 5 minute or less walk from the cruise terminal and the ferry wharves. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lidia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Localization is very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed at this hotel a couple of years ago and had the same opinion: fantastic location for the buzz, the history, the transport. But the poor old place is very worn out. The elevators in particular had all us befuddled guests wondering which floor we were at - more work needed here. Being cynical, I wonder if the owners know they can fill the hotel no matter what. But, having said that, it is clean, safe, and I would definitely stay there again. And a huge shout out to the guy on the front desk early 27 Oct: he didn’t have a name tag but he was so helpful and obliging. A whole lot of people in the hospitality business could take a leaf out of his book.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rita

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Room comfort
This has always been my favorite over the years but on this stay I found it to be very dated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The location is excellent. Bed is comfortable. We’ve stayed here under another brand many years ago. The rooms are now becoming tired. The bathroom needed either a super heavy duty clean or a full refurbish. The staff were friendly & allowed early check in as our room was ready. Partial view of the harbour bridge was a bonus. Unfortunately we are still resolving an over charge by the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly - though clean you can see the bathrooms need updating - kind of small bathrooms but would appear to be bigger if you replaced baths with showers - was a fantastic location for departing on a cruise - we will Stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025