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Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property

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

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
(118 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(69 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior King

Superior King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(28 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe King with Harbour View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King

Executive King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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, steps 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
  • ‪Junk Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Quay - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

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 fire extinguisher, 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. 1000 out of 2138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 699 out of 2138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 292 out of 2138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 2138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 2138 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Scott

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right in the Rocks and the staff are friendly but the hotel is dated. The room we had is tired and in need of a major upgrade. Toilet seat broken, bath enamel looks worn with silicone slapped around the edges encouraging mould. The air vent intake for the aircon system is clogged with dust bunnies and the furniture looks like it was picked up from the council throw out. Windows are filthy as well plus thread bare carpets. If you’re cool with that you can’t beat the location but for the price you’re paying they need to do better.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Madara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
first we checked in room and were dissapointed-it was old, outdated and witha view to a big garbage bin, but the people at reception were amazing and once we brought it to their attention we got another room, higher up with great view. Hotel is old and outdated, but the location is amazing and wievs are amazong
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you want a good view of the fireworks on NYE without having to camp out on the streets, this is the place to go. The room was adequate and the hotel is located in a good neighborhood for those who want to walk around exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is amazing! So close to Sydney harbour, especially Circular Quay. Hotel rooms are quite dated and show signs of wear and tear especially the carpet in our room (room 820) The air conditioning was really poor in my room also. I turned it down to 12c yet the room was very very hot. The bed was very comfortable and the room itself was spacious. The rooftop pool area was good, with some great views, but there was no clean towels to use at 6:30am, and instead a massive pile of dirty ones which hadn’t been cleared.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check in, friendly staff, they do take a $50 "bond" which you get back that i wasnt aware off. For the price i feel the place was quite old & dated. Air con not great either. Great location. Probably wouldnt stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosel-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean simple hotel with comfortable beds. Ideal location close to many great restaurants, shops and a nice weekend outdoor market. Walking distance to the cruise port, Opera house, contemporary art museum and harbour bridge walk. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hi the Hotel was very central for our needs. Staff were very friendly, clean large room but getting dated generally. Would stay again 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room at the Sydney Harbour hotel. We were just a short walk from everywhere we wanted to go during our 3 night stay. The hotel is less than a 15 minute walk to the Opera House, Sydney Bridge Climb, and a tour meeting spot to see the Blue Mountains. The hotel itself is older, as are all the buildings in this iconic area, but the hotel is impeccably maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No free breakfast for us
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View and location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Old property. Very basic for the cost. Staff very helpful. Reminded me of the old motels out west of the coast but with no biscuits or little comforts in the room. Excellent position for The Rocks and convenient for cruisers. Will use again though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, albeit sparse. Location was good, close to restaurants and walking distance to ship. For the price, was expecting a bit more regarding ice water and clean glasses in lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities was fab, laundry provided free powder, our room was next to laundry but they closed it at 9 to avoid noise. Hotel was soundproof, clean, staff were lovely. Conveniently located right by circular quay. Allowed us early check in as soon as they could. Hotel pool and jacuzi was nice and offered fab views for the bridge and opera house. Only downside to my score was it was a bit dated. Could do with some modernisation but it didnt affect our stay.
View from rooftop pool. Offering free towels too 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and right where we wanted to be. We were able ri walk across the street to board our Cruise ship. Lots to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Denis, Mindarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location but dated and staff could have been more helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Vic

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were excellent. Rooms a bit dated but clean and comfortable. Couldn't stay at a better location in Sydney
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay. The rooms were clean. Bit outdated. But the rooms are reasonable price and in a fantastic area. Staff are wonderful. Thankyou for making our visit a good one.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and view of the harbour. Roof top pool nice. Parking is available but confusing when you first arrive and is very expensive. But upon saying that, price is probably on par with the area. Great bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for cruise departures
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice with a great view of the harbor but the best part about the hotel was the staff at the desk. Everyone we spoke with was friendly, efficient, and very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025