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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, situated in Surry Hills, has been serving the community since 1908. This traditional pub features a newly refurbished bistro and a vibrant sports bar, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Guests can enjoy modern Australian and British cuisine while taking advantage of its extensive facilities. Its prime location offers convenient access to various cultural and entertainment venues in Sydney.

Location

Located in the artistic and dynamic neighborhood of Surry Hills, the hotel is a short distance from popular attractions such as Darling Harbour and the Capitol Theatre. Guests have convenient access to Central Station, facilitating easy commutes to Sydney's main destinations, including Circular Quay and the Sydney Airport. The surrounding area is bustling with restaurants, cafes, and bars.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room at the Royal Exhibition includes a refrigerator, safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms feature ensuite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and LCD TVs. Renovated accommodations offer double-glazed windows to enhance sound insulation. Multiple bedding options are available to cater to guests' preferences.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's bistro provides a diverse menu that includes modern Australian cuisine and traditional British fare. Guests can enjoy special dining offers throughout the week and a casual atmosphere ideal for social gatherings. The bar downstairs serves a solid pub-style food menu and provides a lively setting for watching live sports events.

Leisure & Business

The Royal Exhibition Hotel features a cocktail bar, a gaming area, and a two-level beer garden that enhances the leisure experience. Function spaces are available for events, making it a suitable choice for gatherings of various sizes. Complimentary amenities include newspapers, luggage storage, and safety features such as smoke detectors.

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17 m² 
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20 m² 
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15 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.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
great location
friendly staff
non-vacuumed carpet
ambiance in an old pub
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
8.0
Location
8.0
Service
8.3
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 3 reviews
7.6
7.6/10based on 1483 reviews
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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