Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property

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Reception
Queen | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
$165
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

Explore the area

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55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
  • Circular Quay
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sydney Opera House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Two Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King with Harbour View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Queen Room

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

Deluxe King with Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Room with Harbour View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ambassador Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

4-star hotel in The Rocks
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a hot tub, valet parking, and dry cleaning.
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.

Sydney Harbour Hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This Sydney hotel also offers a terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Sydney Harbour Hotel is a smoke-free property.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

  • Elevator

More

  • 8 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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 movies

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

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

Property payment types

Important information

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. 807 out of 1750 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 572 out of 1750 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 243 out of 1750 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1750 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1750 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rokeya

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to cruise terminal
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen, Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the roof deck. The pool on the roof was very cold, but a few kids went swimming.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was absolutely perfect! The Rocks area offered so many options for dining, sightseeing, and shopping. I would definitely stay here again. It's an older building with some outdated decor but the central location makes up for it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are small. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Auckland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were going to a concert at the Opera House an easy pleasant walk. We came in by the train from the airport, also an easy wakl to the hotel. Tripping around by ferry, train and bus so close.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay and the Sydney Opera House. It has a great rooftop pool with spectacular views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was perfect, roof top view if Harbour Bridge & Opera Center. The room was a little dated but we enjoyed the quaintness of the hotel. Staff were very good. Good breakfast. We travelled in the fall so the pool was a little chilly. I definitely recommend the hotel. Would stay there again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Clean rooms. Beautiful roof top views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
While the rooms are a bit dated, the hotel is situated perfectly for a Sydney stay. The staff were fabulous- service was above & beyond expectations. Breakfast was good & had a good variety. Couldn’t fault our stay and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan, Malden

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I got charged for a breakfast that I didnt use
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A blend of the old and new. A refresh of the rooms would be nice but they were still comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great L

Great location, older hotel with decent amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Nice stay in The Rocks. Excellent location to Circular Quay, Opera House. Staff was helpful and attentive. Bathrooms could have been cleaned better as there was some unsightly mold, and the air vents were dusty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pre-cruise stay.

We stayed for 6 nights before a cruise. Great location, we could walk to the ship, lots of places to eat, shop at, and transit options within walking distance. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Everything about the hotel was perfect and had a great upper floor with views of the opera house and the location couldn’t be any better. I’m staying there next time for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Mount Evelyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the CBD and great transport options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Raelita

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not up to par

This hotel is not worth the price. The only thing positive about our experience is the location. It is only a short walk to the cruise port. The restaurant was not open on the day that we were there. When we asked reception about restaurants, we were told that we could walk on the street to find one. The room and the lobby are as different as night and day. The lobby is attractive and modern. The room was old, barely furnished and ugly. It was furnished only with a TV. bed, a desk and two old night tables with nothing on them, not even a lamp or clock. The TV didn't work. The repairman promptly fixed it. Unfortunately, the TV was no longer working the next morning. The only reason that we didn't find another hotel is that we were very tired when we arrived and would board our cruise ship the next day. There is no way that we would have longer than that one night,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen.

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to board ship
Stayed 1 night in May 2025