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About the Hotel

86-88 Chalmers Street, Sydney, Australia

Royal Exhibition Hotel, a 3-star Sydney hotel rated 7.5/10 on Booking.com, offers a blend of modern accommodations and traditional pub fare. Featuring a gaming area, two bars, and a newly-refurbished bistro, this venue caters to guests seeking comfort and a lively atmosphere.

Rooms & Amenities

The Royal Exhibition Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms equipped with ensuite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can opt for a Standard Double Room or a spacious Executive Room, featuring marble bathrooms and antique furniture.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options at Royal Exhibition Hotel include a bistro that serves a mix of modern Australian cuisine and classic British fare, open seven days a week. The bar downstairs offers a solid pub-style food menu and a great selection of drinks, accommodating both casual dining and sporting events.

Local Area & Activities

The hotel's location in Surry Hills makes it an excellent spot for guests interested in the arts, culture, and nightlife. Nearby attractions include Darling Harbour, the Chinese Garden of Friendship, and the Sydney Opera House, all within walking distance.

Transportation & Services

Royal Exhibition Hotel is well-connected to public transport, with Central Station just a six-minute walk away. For guests traveling by car, street parking is available in the area, enhancing convenience for both local exploration and visits to popular sites.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double or Twin Room

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4 persons

20 m²

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2 King Size Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

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2 persons

17 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Standard Double Room

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2 persons

15 m²

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Getting around

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City Centre

Sydney 1.5 km

Airports

Kingsford Smith (SYD) 7.0 km

Wollongong (WOL) 98.3 km

Train

Central Station Sydney300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
No parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Casino
Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

86-88 Chalmers Street, Sydney, Australia

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86-88 Chalmers Street, Sydney, Australia

City landmarks

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

3.3 km

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

2.6 km

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

2.1 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour dining

2.1 km

Park

Hyde Park

1.9 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour

2.1 km

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

1.0 km

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

2.1 km

Museum

Powerhouse Museum

1.0 km

Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum

2.0 km

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

1.9 km

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

3.8 km

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

1.9 km

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

3.9 km

Mall

The Rocks

3.1 km

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

2.9 km

Landmark

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

1.9 km

Museum

Anzac Memorial

800 m

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

2.1 km

Gallery

White Rabbit Gallery

920 m

Museum

Australian Museum

1.9 km

Shopping Area

Central Park

1.0 km

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

1.9 km

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

1.9 km

Museum

Madame Tussauds Sydney

2.1 km

Planetarium

Sydney Observatory

3.0 km

Monument

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

3.3 km

Landmark

Crown Street

800 m

Landmark

Centennial Park

2.9 km

Landmark

The Goods Line

1.0 km

Nearby

Gallery

Brett Whitley Studio

520 m

Restaurants

Saltie

110 m

80 Devonshire St

Strawberry Hills Hotel

160 m

453 Elizabeth St

Evening Star Hotel

210 m

360 Elizabeth Street

Whisk&Paddle

200 m

105 Chalmers Street Surry Hills Next to Prince Alfred Pools

Medan Ciak

290 m

Surry Hills 2010 & 130 Liverpool Street 460 Elizabeth St

Cafe And Cucina

280 m

24 Cooper Street

Spice Alley

760 m

18-20 Kensington St Chippendale

The Reformatory

450 m

17-51 Foveaux St Hop 7b 17-51

Bar Tosca

340 m

300 Elizabeth St

CJ's Central

410 m

1 Eddy Ave

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