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Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Reception
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
(107 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
(66 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior King

Superior King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(52 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
(26 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

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

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Executive King

Executive King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 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
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬2 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 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. 962 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 673 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 288 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 2067 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

8/10 Good

Vannessa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff lovely, shower was not as clean as it could be and water pressure very low. Overall though we loved this hotel, the location is fabulous and lots to do and see within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roberta

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaner for our room left all our dirty towels in a pile on top of the dresser. She also left her dirty rubber gloves on top of our night table, close to my sleep mask and earplugs. It was disgusting. I brought everything down to the front desk and made a complaint, and ask the manager to respond, but I never heard from anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A wait for check in, but pleasant efficient staff. The room was ok, the bed was really comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is perfect for exploring The Rocks' many activities. Reception was fantastic. Room service was quick and hot. The room itself is in desperate need of a good deep cleaning especially the bathroom ( black dirt (mold)& grime in the caulking around the tub and the sink,stained carpeting and waterdrip marks on the wall behind a picture. Overall would stay again if only for location 7out of 10
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pushkar Sebastian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff, highly recommend the buffet breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What stood out for me was the kindness of the staff. Specificaly , Victoria. ( aka. "Queen" Victoria I named her!) She was so helpful as we checked in and since we arrived early and our room was not available assured us that they would take good care of our luggage while we toured Sydney that day. I was able to chat with her a few more times during our 3 night visit and she was always fun to talk to! The staff was also helpful in changing our room since we preferred not to stay in a room that had an adjoining room. And Duncan was able to help us figure out the airconditioning system. I also want to mention if you are coming in on a cruise this is the place to stay! We were able to walk to the hotel with our luggage! There is a small hill but we had to walk but not to bad for 2 people in their 70's! And the hotel is in an excellent location and you can walk everywhere!! ( Opera House, Botanical Gardens, the ferry, restaurants etc)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN, Selma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel, allot to do in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Evelyn, Mooloolah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Emi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great. Courteous and accommodating. The room was adequate, but outdated. The bathroom sort of smelt like mildew, like they needed to change the shower curtain. The jacuzzi didn’t work, and we had to call the maintenance man. It worked after he came.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jarid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location! Great staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff when the room air conditioning wasn't working. They relocated us quickly and efficiently. Great location in The Rocks, especially if you're catching a cruise ship.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is our second stay here and will stay again next time we visit Sydney. Staff, cleanliness and location is brilliant. My only constructive comment is that the rooms now need to be updated. The one we stayed in, 826, had everything we needed but it just needs a refresh to modernise it. Shower was poor with low pressure. We’d definitely stay there again and the rooftop pool and view is amazing in the heart of the Rocks
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff were courteous.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The air conditioning unit was so noisy, had to turn it off. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room Good buffet breakfast Easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff who helped with info about the nearby area, along with a clean and comfortable room!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025