The Russell Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Museum of Contemporary Art

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2 restaurants, lunch served
Property grounds
Economy King/Twin (No Bathroom) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
2 restaurants, lunch served
Superior King/Twin | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • GymGymGym
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
143a George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 02000
  • Popular LocationCircular Quay7 min walk
  • Popular LocationSydney Harbour Bridge11 min walk
  • Popular LocationSydney Opera House12 min walk
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)77 min drive

Room options

Standard #23 - NYE

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Heritage Queen

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Queen

9.2/10 Wonderful
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Small Heritage Queen - NYE

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic King/Twin

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single (No Bathroom)

8/10 Very Good
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Economy Double (No Bathroom)

8.4/10 Very Good
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Heritage Queen Room 23 (noise disturbance Thu-Sun until late)

8.2/10 Very Good
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Small Heritage Queen

9.4/10 Wonderful
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Triple

  • 248 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy King/Twin (No Bathroom)

8.6/10 Excellent
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior King/Twin

10/10 Exceptional
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

The Rocks stay.With a stay at this The Rocks hotel, you'll be steps from Museum of Contemporary Art and Circular Quay. Sydney Visitors Information Centre and Susannah Place Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 6 min walk
  • Circular Quay - 7 min walk
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Opera House - 12 min walk
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 3 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 9 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Royal Copenhagen Ice Cream - 2 min walk
  • Mode Kitchen & Bar - 2 min walk
  • Ship Inn - 2 min walk
  • Fortune of War - 1 min walk
  • Endeavour Tap Rooms - 3 min walk

About this property

The Russell Hotel

3-star hotel near Museum of Contemporary Art
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at The Russell Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sydney hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1790
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Russell Hotel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 25 per day)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 45.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 25 per day (66 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 45.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Russell Hotel The Rocks
Russell The Rocks
The Russell Hotel Hotel
The Russell Hotel The Rocks
The Russell Hotel Hotel The Rocks

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Russell Hotel to the airport?

The Russell Hotel is 10.7 mi (24-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Russell Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Russell Hotel.

How close is The Russell Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 9.2 mi (17-min drive) from Manly Beach and 6 mi (12-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Russell Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Russell Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at The Russell Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Russell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Russell Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Russell Hotel have a pool?

The Russell Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Russell Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does The Russell Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Russell Hotel to downtown Sydney?

The Russell Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Sydney.

The Russell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 998 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 998 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Birthe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely relaxed Hotel. And very handy being able to walk down the internal stairs to a bar :-)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Henk

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy boutique accommodation
Tidy and cosy hotel in a great location. This is our Sydney go to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

IanB, Hobart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint, full of character. Excellent service and well portioned.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok. Got breakfast in the morning. Close to cbd.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We loved how close it was to EVERYTHING! It was so old and noisy outside with no insect screens.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020