Sydney Harbour Hotel

4.0 star property

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A rooftop pool with lounge chairs, a view of the Sydney Opera House, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, multiple balconies, and seating areas.
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the city.
A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables, a central bar area, and a large seating area with a patterned floor.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple balconies, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • 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, Circular Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Queen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(132 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accessible Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Room with Harbour View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Double Beds with Harbour Views

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior King with Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe King with Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

Ambassador Harbour View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sydney Harbour Hotel

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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the breakfast at Sydney Harbour Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Circular Quay. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at Playfair Terrace
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, convenience store and a gift shop
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the breakfast
  • Steps from Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal
Sydney Harbour Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at Sydney Harbour Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Playfair Terrace – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
The Lobby Bar – This lobby lounge only serves light fare. 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
  • 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 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
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 per cent 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 July 2026 to 30 November 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 38 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • 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 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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. 1078 out of 2255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 734 out of 2255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 294 out of 2255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 2255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 2255 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel and location is great for going on a cruise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in with friendly staff, clean space with all the basic items we needed, and the bed was unbelievably comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s our second stay at this great hotel central to everything will definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast buffet!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great, walking distance to a lot of great pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a little dated but in a fantastic location with restaurants and bars within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location on the rocks close lots of great restaurants, and the sights, relatively low cost also
5 minutes walk
3 minutes walk
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Great spot for a pre cruise stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel, comfortable, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and views ftom hotel. Staff very helpful and enjoyed breakfast good sekection on the buffet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is dated but clean. Excellent location and the roof top pool has an incredible view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and plentiful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Staff & service
Fresh clean modest rooms, excellent location, unbelievable views from the rooftop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really good location to the harbour and ferries
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful with early check-in and arranging transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel. We chose a harbor view room and it did not disappoint. The Staff were wonderful, breakfast buffet was delicious, location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Clean, friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was spotlessly clean and we had a great view of the opera house! Breakfast was one of the best I’ve had at a hotel and we were a short walk to the cruise terminal. Perfect spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, it was the perfect location close to the cruise ship terminal, staff was friendly they held our suit cases while we ventured out for a tour of Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, courteous and helpful. Great location in "The Rocks" short walk to cruise terminal and all modes of transportation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast but pricey!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026