A great hotel upon my arrival in Australia. They were very accommodating and welcoming, and got our…read morerooms ready quickly. The rooms were cozy and clean. Unfortunately, the water in our shower smelled pretty bad. However, the beds were comfortable and water was so kindly provided and available upon request. The hotel is located in a good location, making it accessible to walk down to the water or to uber to quickly and easily to other locations. The breakfast was the star of the show here, though. It truly had something for everyone and anything you could ever imagine. The Nutella and pancakes were the incredible! The upstairs restaurant and bar was delicious. They had a great selection of wine and great bites to share. The duck spring rolls are not to be overlooked!

Great location and good hotel in Sydney. Service was prompt and responsive. We arrived much…read moreearlier to Shangri-La due to red eye flight as we didn't expect to get a room. They registered us in and took my cell to notify me when the room would be available if it's earlier than the regular check-in time. Our luggage was promptly stored by the concierge. Soon after, we got a notification that the room was already available, much earlier than we expected. After getting our keys and going upstairs to check out our room, our luggage was already laying there. The hotel also has a decent size gym though I must say it's not the best I've been to. They do have a very nice indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi. The breakfast is pretty good and has a nice variety. The best part of the hotel though in my opinion is its proximity to a lot of attractions including just a 10 min walk to the harbor and Sydney Opera House. It's located in the Rock neighborhood so lots of restaurants to choose from. It's also only a 10 min walk to George street which is the one of the main shopping and walking streets in Sydney. My only negative feedback is that the hotel seems a bit dated to me and the furniture, bathroom, and carpets need an upgrade / remodel.

Loved it here. The staff were great and very accommodating. The room and amenities were lovely…read more Didn't want to leave.

I struggled between a 4 & 5 star rating on my review and after analyzing my stay I decided on 4…read morestars. We booked this hotel via AAA back in May 2023 when we were first planning this trip. This was my first time to Australia so I knew nothing about the area but upon doing some research it looked like it was centrally located to many venues and the airport via public trans and also within walking distance. First off, I don't consider this hotel luxurious by any means, and I don't mean that in a bad way; however, it is very comfortable! I would compare it to a Marriott Residence Inn here in the US. It was very clean and spacious with amazing views! Staff was always very personable, friendly, efficient, and accommodating to our needs. Location is awesome because it is within walking distance to both the Museum Station and Town Hall train stations as well as several bus stations. As a matter of fact, we did do quite a bit of walking as well rather than taking public trans for exercising and it took the same amount of time in certain instances (like rush hour) to get to the same place(s). As for most accommodations, nothing is without its faults. I could not get the dishwasher to work and I thought it was just user error; come to find out, it is backed up with water inside. I phoned the front desk in the morning prior to leaving for the day and when we returned it still wasn't fixed so I called again and they sent someone to fix it, which they did quickly. They informed us that they do not provide housekeeping services but if we needed anything to just ask, and ask we did! They also sent someone daily during the last couple of days during our stay to empty the trash and provide us with clean towels and other necessities (without asking). They are very conservative with toiletries and any other standard necessities such as soap, shampoo, dish soap, toilet paper, etc.. as a matter of fact, they do not provide paper towels and they also were hard to find at any local stores, so it must be the way they are, which is fine, just wasn't used to that here in the states (we also had to ask for coffee daily unless we went out and made a run ourselves to a coffee shop). Bed was comfortable; however, I did notice towards the end of our stay while making it that the mattress topper was stained and I knew that wasn't from me! I called the front desk to let them know and they had someone bring a new freshly washed mattress topper. They also provide laundry service as well as washers and dryers in every unit which was convenient and thoughtful as I took advantage and did laundry every day. They also provide laundry detergent (but no softener) which comes in a little tube and is probably just enough for a small load so I ended up buying a small box at one of the local grocery stores so I didn't have to keep asking. While we had no issues with the HVAC system in our unit, we noticed the hallways had either no AC or they did not turn it on as well as part of the lobbyway. It was a little uncomfortable especially waiting for an elevator (they dub it a "lift"). Speaking of the "lift", wait times could be long depending on how busy it was & generally early mornings were the best with no waiting. I did feel secure, however, as you are only allowed to the 15th fl where the gym is located, the lobby, and the floor that your unit is located. As for the cost, it is considered pricey by Australian standards; however, given the exchange rate per USD it was substantially cheaper and a great value for the money & this was a high floor unit (48th fl)! If I return to Australia someday (which I hope I will, it is a great country) I'd definitely stay in a Meriton Suites again!

I've stayed at several Meriton locations in Sydney CBD, and this is one of the better ones only…read morebecause of the location. It's right by World Square and Regent Place so I was able to eat so much incredible Asian food all within a few blocks from the hotel. Also, a lot of places around the hotel stays open late and walking around is safe. The reason I'm giving three stars is because of the service I got and the slow ass elevators. I arrived at 8am and the room wasn't ready, which was expected. I asked if I could borrow a key to access the gym so I can shower to freshen up for a meeting in a couple hours. The front desk said they can but they would charge me extra, which is absurd because the Meriton on Pitt St. nearby offered to let me use the gym to shower for free when I was in Sydney a couple months ago. The only reason I even asked about the gym access was because Pitt St. offered it to me so I thought it was an option since I'm a guest. This and even the Pitt St. location has slow elevators that it takes forever to go up and come down. This location has more elevators than Pitt, but still slow as hell. Their elevator operating system is really inefficient. Overall, I'd still come back because of the apartment style, room has a washing machine, and location. Wish they could just improve on what I mentioned.

I found this quaint hotel on Hotels.com, but found out that it wasn't really a hotel, but a step up…read morefrom a hostel. It surely had private guest rooms, but I was surprised to find out about the shared centralized bathrooms and showers. I probably should have read through the reviews, but I couldn't turn down this deal, due to the close proximity of the Bradley Park location. The property was basically 1 km from the start line of the 2018 Blackmores Sydney marathon and half marathon and decided to book this one - mainly due to that aspect. And so, I booked this hotel accommodation, not knowing well enough that this is like an upgraded hostel. The Glennferie Lodge is basically a two story private residence - or what looks like it in Kiribilli / North Sydney Australia. It's nice that it is nestled in the suburbs of North Sydney, away from the urban twang from the central business district across the bridge. The neighborhood that it sits on is a quiet area, which is always nice to be in. I booked two nights here at the Glennferrie Lodge and possibly had a good stay here, even though having to go to the restroom at 2:30am & 4:15am, and need to leave your room wasn't the highlights of my stay. Just needed to be said. Keep that in mind when you are looking for affordable accommodations here in the northern suburbs or even in the Sydney's central business district. For me, Glennferrie was affordable enough and logically sound. The overall experience here at the Glennferrie Lodge was ok and good at the same time, although the aforementioned shared bathrooms outside the individual units was a bit annoying. I guess that came with the territory when you acknowledge booking with them. They assigned me room 59, which was one of the rooms on the ground floor. As you can imagine, those shared bathrooms / showers were on the higher level. So, having to climb stairs at 2:30am for the restroom wasn't fun, but necessary. The Glennferrie Lodge is located at 12 Carabella Street in the Kiribilli / North Sydney Australia neighborhood. They accept major credit cards for payment, which is always a good thing for travelers and people who wish to stay local. Getting here is usually done through private car. They have parking spaces here for guests. Best bet is to utilize these spaces or other nearby residential streets, if possible. For me, I got here initially through walking from CBD area of Sydney via the Sydney harbor bridge, although taking Uber thereafter was way better. However you want to get here is fine. Sometimes, finding a nice place outside the CBD area for a relaxing weekend can do a lot of justice. The house itself was beautiful, however, when you walk through the level where the reception was - the floor squeaked pretty loudly. Hard to tip toe about when the floor does that. The room I got was nice. Since I was there for 2 nights, I slept on both beds, one on each night. Seemed the right thing to do really. They had me in a room with 2 single beds. The unit itself seemed albeit small, but it was large enough to be habitable and cozy. The ambiance of the room was nice and everything was working correctly. The WiFi was spotty during my stay or not working properly, so I just used my network data. The room itself was clean and seemed like a small apartment, but with 2 beds, instead of one. All in all, it was a good stay. The prices here were pretty good. I believe it was about AU $80-$100/night, which isn't bad at all. Just need to remember the thing about the shared bathrooms, showers, and you should be alright. The check in and out service was fine, friendly, and quick. The beds were pretty comfortable and I managed to get good amount of hours of sleep for the race and enough to get up early for the early flight out to Christchurch, NZ the Monday after. It's a cute place, if you don't mind the bathroom / situation. Consider coming to the Glennferrie Lodge, where it can be cost effective to be here. Although it's not a bad location from the CBD area of Sydney, best bet is to just get around with a rental car or even uber. Recommend if you are visiting Sydney and need a place that's budget friendly. 4.0 stars for the overall experience. 3.0 stars for the bathroom trips upstairs. 4.0 stars for the room and bed. comfort. Support local! B

The Glenferrie lodge is close to public transport in Milsons point. It's a nice place to go For…read moreshort and long stays. When my other half and I checked in we were told those who booked with them on their site they'd be a complimentary buffet breakfast for us. We'd booked with trivago however he had given us the pass which was awesome. The food was nice they served tea, coffee, juices, cereal and hot food. The tea room has a TV and an outdoor seating area with a lovely garden. We got a deluxe double bed room and it was spacious. There's a TV, desk, lounge chair and two bedside tables next to us and a shared balcony. They'd also provided a guest book with info regarding the area; eateries, transport and emergencies such as nearest hospitals. Around the lodge you'll find canvases of the sydney harbour and well known sydney landmarks which was refreshing. The showers and bathrooms are shared and they're all unisex. All generous sized with everything you may need ie. Bins, soap, hair products etc.

Charming and contemporary boutique hotel. Excellent renovation of an 1880's wool auction house…read more Amenities appeared at every turn, including a yoga mat upon request. Food and cocktails were stellar. Book directly for free continental breakfast and happy hour. We ordered a la carte and enjoyed the avocado smash and the pancakes with fairy floss. Both delicious. It is the energetic, intelligent, and friendly staff that put the Ovolo over the top. Every person was down to earth and on top of things. Can't say enough on this point. Great people that take service seriously. Only downside is that rooms are small. The space is so well designed that this is not an issue. Mini bar with wine, beer, water and soft drinks is refilled daily and complimentary! Love this place!

My favorite boutique hotel near the CBD. The rooms are small, but perfect for business travelers…read more The bed was super comfortable and it was very quiet since we are on a side street. 15 minute walk to the CBD and lots of great restaurants nearby. We will definitely be back.

ATC (Australian Travel Companion) wanted to help out on the Aussie trip by booking our first 4…read morenights in Sydney via points; The hotel was okay, but there was much room for improvement esp bc she has top level Diamond status w/ Hilton. Positives: The room was avail early. Greatly appreciated after a 15 hr direct flight. We wanted to clean up b4 exploring "Harbor City"; Staff was super friendly & helpful. Mini bar items were complimentary; Good location in Barangaroo, a neighborhood on the edge of CBD. Plenty of bars & restaurants within walking distance; Negatives: Small 250 sf room. An upgrade to a 500 sf suite would have cost $180 AUD more per night; No lanai (patio) to take in the fresh air; No wand in the shower; No Executive lounge; No pool; No view for being so close to Darling Harbour; No local restaurant recs via the app like other Hiltons I have stayed at; Tiny gym; The No's (negatives), far outweigh the positives: I would not stay here again. Unfortunately, the Marriott, Hyatt & IHG properties in the area were unavailable via points during our stay, and the Four Seasons had bad recent reviews.

In the heart of the City. Very nice room. Large window. Nespresso coffee pot is my fav. Table…read more(desk) and two chairs. Refrigerator and hot pot for water. Large bathroom. Is near the Aquarium and the Eye Tower. Restaurant is nice. Honors covers the cold buffet. The hot buffet is $15 extra. Front desk clerks were helpful.

Everyone is very helpful here from the porters to the Front Desk staff to the Concierge. But, there…read moreare several things that can be included to better serve their guests. (1) Compliments slippers ... Asian guests would really like this and (2) How about some body lotion?

Rydges World Square is conveniently located a short walking distance from the Museum Metro stop…read more It's a bit longer to get to The Rocks, but that walk is doable as well. It's also quite close to the George Street shopping street. The rooms are well appointed with a bedroom and bathroom and a (not free!) bottle of wine. However, my room had a tiny 2 foot tall window that was above my 5'11" head, so I didn't exactly have a view of anything. Apparently some of the rooms have windows? Not mine!

Sweeney's, should be renamed Smelly's. Upon entering, your nostrils are greeted with a vommy mix of…read moresawdust and spew, and don't you just love that. This is a bar that's all about levels. Entry Level is outside for the durry munchers. You'll see 2 tables worth sucking back on darts, whilst they talk about everything and nothing. They'll give you a "don't judge us" glance as you head inside. Ground Level is your standard mug punters. Pokies and Flat screens combine with VB and New to churn out the usual grumpy chatter, "ripoff that was a try, ref needs to go to specsavers", and my personal favourite - you charge $7 for a schooey of veebs? Level 1 is for "we are out of that beer at the moment" and mediocre Thai-meets-Burgers fare. The fact that the staff are clearly running a Thai restaurant but offer other options, should be the dead giveaway that you aren't going to enjoy your meal. Level 2 is for the not-quite-hipsters-but-weally-wannabe. They have the bottom half sorted - skinny jeans, and tiny shoes, but they've neglected up-top. T-shirts and standard dress shirts appear where we expect too tight buttoned-all-the-way-to-the-top tailored fits, and beards... where the heck are the too-ginger beards? Level 3, or is that 3.5, involves a split space. A random side room with beer quotes and a telly that looks like it was never really intended to be a room, and then the rooftop. A small, super-packed space chock-a-block with backpackers looking for a cheap beer or 10 before heading back to who knows where, with who knows whom. Smelly's is situated between work and the train station, so it is almost impossible to avoid at times, however if I was a smarter man, I'd make sure to avoid it each and every time... something about the place just lures me in sometimes though... gotta be sawdust and spew... gotta be.

Reasonably priced drinks in the CBD. Convenient to Town Hall and Darling Harbour areas. Roof top…read moreopen air deck is particularly nice on a clear day but is soon over run with smokers. Also features a pretty good Thai kitchen on the 2nd level. Great place to sit on the ground floor with your drinks and watch the parade of characters going in and out. Friendly staff. Good prices. Alciohol. Sweeney's knows what it is and doesn't try and be anything but, which is somewhat refreshing.