8/10 Good
Margaret
17 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Margaret
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Criterion Hotel Sydney
3.0 star property
Guests can try their luck at the vibrant hotel casino or explore nearby Hyde Park while enjoying attentive service throughout their stay
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The Criterion Hotel Sydney, near Hyde Park, offers a lively escape with a casino featuring 30 slot machines and a sportsbook. Guests can dine at the restaurant, enjoy drinks at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff earns consistent praise.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
- Bar
- Housekeeping
The current price is HK$980
HK$980
HK$1,091 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Room options
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Family Room
- Sleeps 6
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Family Room, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
19 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Single Room
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
19 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
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Triple Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
19 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Room
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
19 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Classic Double Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
19 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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King Room
- Sleeps 2
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Double Room
- Sleeps 2
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Single Room
- Sleeps 1
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Triple Room
- Sleeps 3
Deluxe Room
- Sleeps 2
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About the area
Located in Sydney Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Sydney, Criterion Hotel Sydney is in a shopping district and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Bondi Beach, while SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Zoo are popular local attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Qudos Bank Arena. Visit our Sydney travel guide
260 Pitt St (Cnr Park Street), Sydney, NSW, 2000
What's nearby
Queen Victoria Building2 min walk - 0.2 km
Hyde Park3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sydney Town Hall3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sydney Tower Eye5 min walk - 0.5 km
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
- Town Hall Station2 min walk
- Sydney Central Station13 min walk
- Sydney Airport (SYD)23 min drive
Restaurants
- The Arthouse Hotel1 min walk
- Hotel Coronation1 min walk
- Hungry Jack's1 min walk
- Starbucks2 min walk
- The Walrus4 min walk
About this property
Criterion Hotel Sydney
Hotel near Hyde Park
Located close to Sydney Tower Eye and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Criterion Hotel Sydney provides a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
- Luggage storage and ATM/banking services
- Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Criterion Hotel Sydney offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
- 19 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- No on-site parking available
Food and drink
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Restaurants on site
- The Criterion Hotel
Conveniences
- ATM
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
- No lift
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Pillowtop mattress
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- 19 private bathrooms
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Air conditioning
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Property is also known as
Criterion Hotel Sydney
Criterion Sydney
Criterion Hotel
Criterion Hotel Sydney Hotel
Criterion Hotel Sydney Sydney
Criterion Hotel Sydney Hotel Sydney
Frequently asked questions
Is Criterion Hotel Sydney pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Criterion Hotel Sydney?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Criterion Hotel Sydney on 31 Mar 2026 start from HK$980, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Criterion Hotel Sydney?
Criterion Hotel Sydney doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Criterion Hotel Sydney?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Criterion Hotel Sydney?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Criterion Hotel Sydney located?
Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Circular Quay are also within 1 mi (2 km). Town Hall Station is only a 2-minute walk and Museum Station is 6 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Criterion Hotel Sydney Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
6.8
Amenities
8.2
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 157 reviews
10 - Excellent
56
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 157 reviews
8 - Good
54
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 157 reviews
6 - Okay
28
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 157 reviews
4 - Poor
12
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 157 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Emilia
13 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and the staff courteous and super helpful. Loved the 20s vibe that respects the year of construction. Great location.
Emilia
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stuart
25 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clear room, friendly and helpful staff. Great bar and food!
Stuart
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen
3 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in CBD. Directly across from Metro train, walking distance to QVB, State Theatre & much more.
Room is clean, comfortable bed, air con, TV & hot shower.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dian
1 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room for a great price
Dian
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Rex
21 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and tidy, amenities within expectation for the price point. Quite the novel experience doing checkin at the bar.
No elevator so have that in mind
Rex
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Maria
14 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfy and room was clean, the staff were friendly and helped store bags pre check in and post check out. It's a cheap inner city place so didn't expect much and while climbing two flights of stairs with my bags was hard I could tell the others checking in hated it so much more.
Maria
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisamaree
10 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent
Lisamaree
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Kate
10 Dec 2023
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nicely renovated in a good location.
Kate
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Simon
11 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay with my partner was absolutely great. All the staff were very professional and the room was super clean and roomy, and the check in was fast and smooth. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you to all the staff for fantastic stay
Simon
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Emma
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice for a couple nights. Very good location with many walkable sights.
Emma
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Kristin
16 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, easy to get to, staff were helpful and friendly and was perfect for 1 person.
Kristin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic but totally adequate;great location.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Gary
20 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Great location.
Gary
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Adam
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modest but clean and good amenities. Excellent central location. No lift though!
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Tammy
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff & location. Easy to get transport, nightlife & food. Old trendy pub, tidy and clean rooms. But my only negative would be that it has a weird smell coming from bathroom, which it could be due to that fact that the shower properly needs a shower curtin-The water from shower floods the bathroom & wets the carpet near bathroom. (or it might be the drains)
Tammy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sojung
23 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in the middle of Sydney with a reasonable price. If you want to stop by Sydney for shopping, it is one of best options.
Sojung
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for our concert at the State Theatre.
Room was basic but clean.
Christine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Troy
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff on check in , really friendly and show you to your room.Irish pub downstairs and standard pub upstairs with great meals ….
Close to everything being in Pitt St in the heart of the city…. Loved the place , will stay again when in Sydney .
Troy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, great price
Amazing hotel and central to the shopping area. Rooms were clean and cosy. Toilets are spotless and love the stay here. Only negative is that there is no lifts so you will need to carry your bag up the stairs
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Lynda
9 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Check-in was dependent on how busy staff were and we had to wait a further hour and a half after the stated time.
Very conveniently located in the CBD, basic but comfortable pub-style accommodation and surprisingly quiet considering it's central hub location
Lynda
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Karina
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So handy to trains and shopping. Easy to get around. Comfy bed. Bar downstairs good and nice food.
Karina
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
6/10 Okay
Jacob
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Good for the money, seperate entrance from the pub which is nice. Rooms were mostly clean but some odd stains on pillows and other areas. No lift so be ready to climb a lot of stairs.
Jacob
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Leanne
21 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking to shops public transport
Leanne
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pedro
26 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very good stay. Very well located, near town hall station (where you get everything for everywhere), refurbished room, good spacious, good bathroom, good bed. The only remark is there is no breakfast, but there is a dulce gusto machine (free) and several coffee shops very close. I recommend the stay.
Pedro
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023