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About the Hotel

717 George Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

Great Southern Hotel Sydney, a 4-star heritage-listed hotel dating back to 1854, offers a blend of historical charm and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy services such as free WiFi and an on-site bar. It is strategically positioned for access to Sydney's entertainment and shopping districts.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Great Southern Hotel Sydney feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and a mini-refrigerator. Guests can select from various room configurations, including options with a queen bed or two single beds. Housekeeping services are limited during stays.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include a bar that offers daily happy hour pricing and a selection of local restaurants within walking distance. Nearby venues feature a mix of Asian, Australian, and other cuisines for diverse dining experiences.

Attractions & Transportation

Leisure activities include easy access to attractions such as Darling Harbour, the Queen Victoria Building, and Chinatown, which is just 200 meters from the hotel. The Central Train Station, located 500 meters away, facilitates convenient transportation throughout the city.

Services & Business Facilities

Business services at the hotel include a 24-hour reception and tour desk. Great Southern Hotel Sydney caters to both holiday and business travelers, ensuring a comfortable stay amid the vibrant city atmosphere.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Standard Twin Room Unserviced

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2 persons

15 m²

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2 Single beds

Shower

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Standard Queen Room Unserviced

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2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Sydney 1.0 km

Airports

Kingsford Smith (SYD) 8.2 km

Wollongong (WOL) 98.3 km

Train

Central Station Sydney400 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

AUD 45 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

717 George Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

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717 George Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

City landmarks

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

2.8 km

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

2.2 km

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

1.7 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour

1.5 km

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

3.3 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour dining

960 m

Park

Hyde Park

1.4 km

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

1.1 km

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

950 m

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

2.1 km

Museum

Powerhouse Museum

710 m

Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum

1.9 km

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

1.6 km

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

2.4 km

Landmark

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

1.4 km

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

1.7 km

Planetarium

Sydney Observatory

2.4 km

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

3.7 km

Mall

The Rocks

2.6 km

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

1.7 km

Landmark

Circular Quay

2.3 km

Museum

Madame Tussauds Sydney

1.7 km

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

760 m

Museum

Anzac Memorial

970 m

Museum

Australian Museum

1.3 km

Shopping Area

Central Park

800 m

Gallery

White Rabbit Gallery

890 m

Event hall

International Convention Centre Sydney

1.4 km

Monument

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

2.9 km

Harbour

Cockle Bay Wharf

1.3 km

Nearby

George St

Chinatown

360 m

Restaurants

Marigold

210 m

683-689 George Street

Great Southern Hotel

210 m

717 George St

Chat Thai Haymarket

320 m

20 Campbell St Haymarket

East Ocean Restaurant

290 m

Stanley House 421-429 Sussex St Haymarket

Hisshou Teppanyaki

110 m

752 George St

Caysorn Thai Restaurant

250 m

8 Quay St

The brothers cafe

280 m

Shop 5 G 187 Thomas St

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