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Royal Exhibition Hotel Sydney, Sydney

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About the Hotel

86-88 Chalmers Street, Sydney, Australia

The Royal Exhibition Hotel is a historic establishment located in Surry Hills, Sydney, that has been serving the community since 1908. Known for its eclectic blend of modern Australian cuisine and traditional British fare, it features a vibrant sports bar and a newly renovated bistro. The hotel provides a variety of settings for dining and leisure, complemented by its close proximity to major attractions and public transport.

Location

Situated in the heart of Surry Hills, the hotel is conveniently close to major shopping areas and cultural attractions. It's within a 15-minute walk from Darling Harbour, the Capitol Theatre, and various dining options along Crown Street. The hotel is also just 0 miles from Central Station, offering easy access to public transport for commutes across Sydney, including direct routes to Circular Quay and the airport.

Rooms

All rooms at the Royal Exhibition Hotel are air-conditioned and feature ensuite bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay. They include amenities such as a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms are designed with double-glazed windows for sound insulation, enhancing the quality of rest for guests. Each room accommodates different bedding configurations, catering to singles, couples, and families alike.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's bistro serves a wide range of fare, including classic British dishes, modern Australian cuisine, and popular pub specialties. Guests can enjoy meals throughout the week, with lunch and dinner specials available on select days. The ground-floor sports bar complements the dining experience, showcasing live sports on multiple plasma-screen TVs. The outdoor beer garden provides a relaxing setting for drinks and light bites.

Leisure & Business

The Royal Exhibition Hotel offers a variety of amenities aimed at both leisure and business travelers. The venue features a lively sports bar, a bistro, and two spacious function spaces ideal for events. Guests can also enjoy complimentary newspapers and luggage storage services. Recreational activities include access to the hotel's golf course and garden, providing options for relaxation and engagement.

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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
Family King Suite
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4 persons
30 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single 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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4 persons
20 m² 
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Getting around

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City Center
Sydney5000 ft
Airports
Kingsford Smith (SYD) 4.4 mi
Wollongong (WOL) 61.1 mi
Train
Central Station Sydney1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • No parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • 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
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Location

86-88 Chalmers Street, Sydney, Australia
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86-88 Chalmers Street, Sydney, Australia
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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
82%
liked the hotel and would stay again
great location
friendly staff
non-vacuumed carpet
ambiance in an old pub
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
8.0
Service
8.3
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 3 review
7.6
7.6/10based on 1478 review
Harry
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located close to the central station, making it easy to access. The rooms are adequately equipped and situated on the first level. Although the carpet appeared to require cleaning, all necessities were easily accessible. However, the presence of non-vacuumed carpet could be a downside.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are close to the central station and have all the necessities, but the carpet seemed not vacuumed.
Service
7.0
The service, including housekeeping and welcome drink, was satisfactory but could be improved.
Location
7.0
The hotel is conveniently located directly across from the central station, making it easy to get to various places. However, the area can be noisy due to its proximity to a pub.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered gluten-free products, catering to specific dietary needs.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay but could use some enhancement.
Cecil
United Kingdom, September  2023
8.4/10

The hotel is situated right across from the main Central train station, making it incredibly convenient for travel. The rooms are spacious and offer two sleeping areas, each with its own TV, and private access for accommodation users. However, the heavy dark wooden furniture might not be everyone's preference. The double-glazed windows help in reducing noise from the busy location.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious, with heavy dark wooden furniture and private access for accommodation users. Each sleeping area has its own TV.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with prompt housekeeping services and a nice touch of welcome drink and happy hour.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, right across from the main Central train station, providing easy access to transportation options and city shopping.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good with refreshing smoothies available, adding a nice touch to the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers great facilities, with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Joseph
United Kingdom, May  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the central station with rooms that offer a beautiful view from big windows, although the non-vacuumed carpet was a drawback. The 2 queen beds provided ample space and all necessities were within easy reach. The service was excellent, including housekeeping and thoughtful gestures like a welcome drink during the happy hour. While the location was ideal, just outside the train station, the ambiance being in an old pub was not everyone's preference. Dining options featured various hot pot dishes. Overall, the facilities were satisfactory, though some areas could use improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms featured big windows with a beautiful view and were equipped with 2 queen beds and close to all necessities, but the non-vacuumed carpet was a bit disappointing.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, including housekeeping and a pleasant welcome drink during the happy hour.
Location
7.0
The hotel is conveniently located just outside the train station with all essentials close by, but situated in an old pub, which may not suit everyone's taste.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a variety of hot pot dishes.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were satisfactory with room for improvement in certain areas.
great location
non-vacuumed carpet
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