Russell Hotel Sydney

5 stars

143 A George Street, Sydney, Australia, 2000

Editorial review

If you are looking for an inexpensive place to stay and don’t mind climbing stairs, you may be very happy with The Russell 29 room hotel in a historic building that dates back to 1887. This friendly hotel is right in the middle of Sydney’s The Rocks main tourist area. You can save even more money if you are willing to share a bathroom. The rooms are functional and have a pleasant décor. There is also a neat lounge area and you can unwind on the roof amidst a bright sun filled garden.

Overview

This typical Sydney-style Russell Hotel in Central Business District district is rated 5 stars and features library as well as on-site wellness center and indoor swimming pool. Founded in 1870, Russell Hotel underwent a complete renovation in 2009.

Rooms

Guests are offered 29 comfortable and large hotel rooms that are well-equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and heating.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms
and the rate is AUD 5 per day

Guest Parking

Private hotel parking is possible at a location nearby and the rate is AUD 30 per day.

Year renovated   2009.  Number of rooms   29.

hotel Russell Hotel Sydney Sydney location

Nearby taxi, train station and bus stop let you explore Sydney Observatory and Museum of Sydney with no difficulty. Just 10 minutes from the center of Sydney.

Getting around

It lies only 300m away from the Circular Quay train station. It is ideally located in the vicinity of Kingsford Smith airport, which is quite handy if you arrive in Sydney by plane.

Distance to:

  • City Center - 900 m
  • Airport Kingsford Smith - 9.9km
  • Train Station: Circular Quay Station - 200 m, Wynyard Station - 600 m

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    Double Bed

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      Standard Double Room

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        Double Or Twin Beds

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          Facilities

          General
          • Parking (fee required)
          • Elevator
          • Newspapers/magazines
          • Luggage storage
          Activities
          • Spa & wellness center
          Services
          • Laundry
          Room facilities
          • Non-smoking rooms
          • Air conditioning
          • Heating
          • In-room safe
          Dining facilities
          • Breakfast
          • Breakfast buffet
          • Bar
          • Restaurant
          Business facilities
          • Wi-Fi Internet
          • Business library
          Leisure and relaxation facilities
          • Swimming pool
          • Indoor swimming pool

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          Guest feedback

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          • In addition the staff was helpful and room was clean and simple.
          • Reception staff helpful and rooms & facilities well up to expected standard.
          • I had an excellent sleep in a very good bed and lovely white bathrobes.
          Average guest rating
          Excellent
          3.8
          Based on  57 reviews

          Policies

          Check-In

          from 13:00-22:00 hours

          Check-Out

          until 07:00-11:00 hours

          Children and extra beds
          • All children under the age of 1 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. 
          • All children under the age of 1 may stay for free. 
          • Older children/adults may stay in the hotel for free. 
          • There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
          Pets

          Pets are not allowed

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          Attractions for Tourists
          • Sydney Harbor Bridge - 600 m
          Popular areas
          • Australia Square - 500 m
          • Martin Place - 800 m
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          • Pitt Street Mall - 1.0km
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          • Circular Quay - 200 m
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          The Russell Hotel Sydney Reviews

          Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at The Russell Hotel Sydney

          Average guest rating:

          3.8Based on 57 reviews

          • Location 4.4
          • Rooms 3.6
          • Service 3.5
          • Value 3.7
          • Dining 3.8

          Individual guest reviews

          Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews. 

          • Average rating: 4.3

            Good location and the little stair ways and the decor. Friendly, helpful staff, clean rooms and excellent tapas meals. Old worldly no pretences central convenience_wine bar.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Location
            • 4 Rooms
            • 4 Service
            • 5 Value
            • 4 Dining
          • Average rating: 4.2

            The view from the lounge and terrace was brilliant, the staff at Russell Hotel were helpful, the bed was comfortable and the linen impeccably clean.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Location
            • 3 Rooms
            • 5 Value
          • Average rating: 4.1

            The price was very reasonable for the area,and included a very good breakfast, the Russell Hotel was fantastic and the staff @ the front desk were very friendly. Our room was pretty and clean.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Location
            • 5 Rooms
            • 2 Service
            • 5 Value
          • Average rating: 4.1

            Thankyou for the great stay, friendly staff and we booked a spacious suite #16, that was lovely.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 4 Rooms
            • 4 Service
            • 4 Value
          • Average rating: 4.6

            Great decore of the hotel, service good and showers toilets were also clean, smart and modern. The continental breakfast was delicious and the staff member was friendly.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 4 Rooms
            • 5 Service
            • 5 Value
          • Average rating: 3.4

            We really liked this place, friendly staff and hot water was readily available and water pressure was good.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 4 Rooms
            • 4 Service
            • 3 Value
          • Average rating: 4.8

            We loved the excellent location of the hotel and happy staff. Breakfast and strong shower, generous in the Wine Bar downstairs.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Rooms
            • 5 Service
            • 5 Value
          • Average rating: 4.2

            The hotel wa convenient to the opera house, lovely staff and loved the quaintness of the rooms. Fabulous breakfast.

            Excellent value for money in the heart of a fairly expensive city and the old town of Sydney. Very poor facilities.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Location
            • 4 Rooms
            • 3 Service
            • 5 Value
          • Average rating: 4.8

            Much better value than the other hotels in the area and very friendly staff. Beautiful rooms, good breakfast.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Rooms
            • 5 Service
            • 5 Value
          • Average rating: 4.5

            A small price for such a historic setting in my opinion, excellent staff and breakfast pleasant.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Service
            • 4 Value
          • Average rating: 2.0

            Reception staff very friendly and helpful, free breakfast.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 2 Service
          • Average rating: 3.3

            Laundry service available and breakfast was good and we found the staff to be friendly.

            The hotel was loud at night from all of the people outside, our room was right above a public bar and this was quite noisy well into the night.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 4 Rooms
            • 5 Service
            • 1 Value
          • Average rating: 4.3

            Different and in great location, wonderful little hotel, staff were more than willing to offer recommendations. The room was large, breakfast was delicious.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 4 Location
            • 5 Rooms
            • 4 Service
            • 4 Value
          • Average rating: 4.5

            The location is perfect, the Rocks is a fabulous base camp from to explore all Sydney has to offer and the staff is very professional, helpful and friendly. Internet can be used free for ca 15 minutes, breakfast included in the deal is more than adequate.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Location
            • 4 Rooms
            • 5 Service
            • 4 Value
          • Average rating: 4.5

            Great location and lovely hotel. The staff were exceptionally nice and the rooms had character and were well equipped. Breakfast was very good.

            My ratings for this hotel are:

            • 5 Location
            • 4 Rooms
            • 5 Service
            • 4 Value

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