Hotels in Sydney

"Stayed here recently and honestly it exceeded expectations. The room is compact but very well designed, everything feels intentional and not cramped. The bed by the window is such a highlight, especially with that natural light and city view, it makes the space feel calm and cozy at the same time. I also liked the modern, minimal aesthetic, the concrete ceiling, warm wood tones, and soft lighting all work really well together. It feels stylish without trying too hard. The small table and seating area are practical, and the room still feels functional even with limited space. Service was excellent throughout the stay. Staff were friendly, attentive, and made everything easy. The breakfast meals were also really good, with solid options to start the day. The location is very convenient as well, just a short walk to Bondi Junction railway station and right next to Westfield Bondi Junction, which made getting around and finding food or shopping super easy. Overall, a really comfortable and thoughtfully designed stay. Perfect if you appreciate a clean, modern vibe with a bit of character."

"This was the first booking I made for this trip and the last hotel I checked into. I booked it even before leaving home. Shangri-La's standards are quite high and reliable. The location is excellent, just a few hundred meters' walk from the Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, and Barangaroo Park. Sydney Opera House is just past Circular Quay. They even upgraded my room, thank you! The hotel's pre-authorization process is standard: the final charge and refund are processed under the original pre-authorization. There's no need for additional steps. The data provided to decision-makers, regarding resident or external guest consumption, influences future business strategies; some domestic hotels have even shifted their focus to F&B. The hotel's introduction should also be rewritten. It needs to clearly state which floor the pool and gym are on, as well as the restaurant's location, operating hours, and cuisine style. Many hotels in China indicate relevant restaurants, fitness centers, etc., next to the elevator floor buttons."

"Great location, convenient for transport, shopping, and dining. The quad room was very good value, with bunk beds and a large bed, though the room itself was cramped and the bathroom small. Breakfast was good, excellent value for money with plenty to eat!"

"I’ve stayed in many hostels before and understand you sometimes get what you pay for, but my stay at Wake Up! Sydney Central was disappointing. We booked a private room for three with a shared bathroom. The room had a strong “slept-in” smell which seemed to come from the actual pillows and bedding rather than the sheets. The shared bathrooms were also quite dirty, and during our five-day stay I only saw them cleaned once. The kitchen on the first floor is far too small for the number of guests. Fridges and cupboards were completely full, and with only a few cooktops, sinks and microwaves it’s very difficult to cook or find a place to eat. The hostel is very focused on partying, with events like pizza nights and free drinks in the kitchen area. It’s also quite noisy, with partying and heavy doors slamming day and night, so don’t expect much sleep. Considering how expensive Sydney is, this place still felt overpriced. The building is run down (cracked sinks), beds have thin mattresses, and we even saw a large cockroach one day. Staff simply said, “this is Australia.” There’s also no ramp at the entrance, so heavy luggage has to be carried up the stairs. The only real positive is the great location."

"The price was a bit steep for New Year's Eve 2025/12/31, but other hotels were even more expensive. Overall, it was still good. Hygiene: Clean Facilities: Not bad, the room was spacious. Service: Surprisingly, there was a free New Year's Eve party with drinks and snacks. We arrived at the hotel starving, so it was an unexpected bonus to get a meal. Environment: Close to Chinatown, so food and drinks were easily accessible."

"We booked this room type specifically for access to the 35F Club Millesime lounge — something we discovered only exists for select room categories during a previous stay. Check-in took around 15 minutes as the room wasn’t ready on time, but the staff made up for it with attentive service, personally escorting us up to the 35th floor. We lucked out with a corner table during afternoon tea and enjoyed a stunning 270° panoramic view — a definite highlight. The evening session (17:30–19:30) was a letdown. When we arrived around 6pm, we were told the lounge was full and offered in-room delivery instead. We waited over an hour and a half, received very little food, and the champagne we had already ordered upstairs was forgotten — we had to ask again before it was brought to us. As for breakfast, Level 3 offers a wider spread; the 35F lounge wins on ambience and views but not variety. Overall, the 35F lounge simply cannot accommodate all eligible guests. If the experience is the main draw of your stay, be prepared for the possibility of being turned away — which is genuinely disappointing given the room premium."

"A little inconvenient is the fact that the hotel doesn’t have an elevator, so if you have very large luggage it can be quite a job to carry it up to your room. However, it’s very close to the center, so it’s not too bad after all"

"Easy to reach by public transport, and they also offer a free shuttle (from around 4:30 am), which is the only positive. The bathroom smelled like cigarette smoke, which was unpleasant. The staff were very slow. I arrived at around 11:45 pm, and it took around half an hour to check in. There was only one staff member working, with a few people ahead of me, and the process was very slow. That’s the last thing you want when arriving shortly before midnight and needing to leave again around 4:30 am."

"Location is the best, just a few steps to Tram at Chinatown station, and walking distance to Central train station. Room was clean and had glass, boiling pot, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash provided. However, there were no shower cap, cotton pad, and cotton buds provided. We stayed at level 2 and could hear tram sound but we were not bother with that. We like the privacy of the hotel, no need to interact much with hotel staff. The check out can also be done by ourselves."

"The actual place looks much older than in the pictures. The single room amenities were very basic: just a bed, a simple cabinet, a clothes rack, a mirror, and a fan (quite high up) – no air conditioning. The street-facing room was very noisy. The shared bathrooms had two hot showers and three toilets. There are only stairs, no elevator, which is inconvenient if you have luggage. The front desk had a pride flag hanging, and they were quite friendly. It's very convenient that Coles and a shopping mall are just across the street, and it's not far from the Museum and Central stations."