The Great Sothern is located in a great spot. Close transport to get you to other places. The room was clean, quiet and roomy. The onsite pub and restaurant were great.

I love the Art Deco theme. The location is perfect for a traveller using public transport. It is an easy 2 block walk away from Central Railway Station, and is a 1 block walk away from the Sydney Light Rail system The staff, as always, were friendly and accommodating. As an old Age Pensioner, I also appreciate the cost … not overpriced

This stay ( and I’ve lost count as to how many times I’ve stayed here over the past 20 years) I was given one of the smaller rooms … and in this room, the shower wasn’t great (unlike other stays, in other rooms) … it had fluctuating temperatures … either too hot, or too cold

I have been staying at the Great Southern Hotel, when I am in Sydney, for the last 3-4 years, after they renovated it and upgraded the bathrooms and rooms. It is a classic old hotel with heaps of charm, so don't expect the decor to be too modern. The price is very good for Sydney CBD. Very friendly staff and 24 hour desk. It is so well located. Right near Chinatown, Paddy's Market and short walk to Darling Harbour. The Light rail is right out the front on George Street, and it’s a 5 minute walk to Central Railway station with a direct line to the airport. No parking though, except at parking garages which are expensive. Much better suited for those using public transport. The pub has great food, delicious and generous serving at a great price with a different blackboard special each day. I will be staying there again.

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The hotel is historic, but completely renovated, allowing you to take a pleasant leap back in time. It is located in a very central position: 5 minutes walk from Central Station (direct connection to the airport), 10 minutes walk from Darling Harbour and 10 minutes by tram (the stop is in front of the hotel) from the Sydney Opera House. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The continential breakfast is delicious.

During the day, from my room (on the seventh floor) you can hear the hum, probably from a fan, from outside the building. Luckily it stops around midnight.

I arrived early and very tired. The person(I wish I remembered his name) at reception was very welcoming and helpful. I was given a place to store my luggage and after a lovely breakfast to my amazement a room was ready for me. This was exceptional service and is the type of thing that keeps customers loyal to your hotel. Give that man a raise! It's embarrassing to forget his name after the amazing job he did looking after me. My name is Wil, room 327.

The floor outside my room squeaked very loudly, and was clearly heard in the room. I reported this to reception. I realise this not an easy fix.

The location is exceptional, and the price is great value. We ate in the bistro one night and the meal was a great size. Very pleased I was able to reserve a parking spot the morning of my arrival ($45/night) - I took a small car as was warned that the parks were narrow and the height limited to 1.8m. I think you could get cheaper rates down the road, but I enjoyed not having to pull my luggage along the street, so I'm happy to pay slightly extra for that convenience. Staff were very helpful and friendly - both bistro/bar staff and reception staff. I had a room overlooking George Street and was amazed how quiet it was - I couldn't hear the street noise (but people walking through the hotel corridor were sometimes noisy).

The beds were a bit uncomfortable for my liking.

It's an old building but very well kept. Good clean room and good bathroom. We were lucky to get a room at the back so it was very quiet. The breakfast was excellent at $9 for a continental breakfast of choice 4 juices, and 4 fruit, 2 cereals, 2 yoghurt, 3 type of bread, 5 different toast toppings, tea and coffee and 2 different milks. All for $9. Absolute excellent value. You could have all that plus the hot breakfast eggs, bacon, baked beans, etc etc for just $17. Then the tram was just outside, the bus just up the road, the railway very nearby. What's not to like.

It was pouring rain when we arrived and it was hard for taxi to drop us exactly outside the door (but very close) as it was a Clearway. The driver didn't know that he could have taken us around the back of the building much easier. The room was a bit small.

The location is excellent, close to the rail station and several malls and restaurants, and within easy walking distance of Darling Harbour. The staff are helpful and courteous, check-in no problem. The room itself is very spacious and well-equipped, with plenty of electrical power points. Wi-fi is good. The air-conditioning is effective, if a bit slow to cool down the room after entering it as it switches off when you leave.

The hotel does show its age, the corridor carpet is dilapidated and our bathroom fittings needed maintenance. The breakfast options are very limited and we didn't try them.

The hotel's location was perfect for my needs - 3 minute walk to Central Station, and light rail stop a stone's throw away, giving me very easy access to all three areas I wanted/needed to visit - the CBD and Circular Quay, plus the Randwick terminus at the other end of the line. My room was relatively basic but clean and quiet (apart from a rather loud guest in the adjoining room). The air con was easily adjusted to suit. All staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast and in house dining were reasonably priced and with a good selection to choose from (other than only tinned fruit at breakfast). Overall good value for money. I will book again on my next trip to Sydney.

I was very happy apart from not being able to access ABC TV in my room.

Great value for money! The staff were beautiful and made my stay very comfortable.The variety of food in the breakfast was impressive. The room was very clean and the bed comfortable. Thank you for the little conveniences in the bathroom and tea/ coffee/ milk supplies. The room was compact and comfortable and I had a good night’s sleep. I loved the atmosphere of The Great Southern with the framed photos of social history on the walls. Well done Great Southern, I truly enjoyed my night.

I don’t know whether The Great Southern has any rooms with opening windows? I have a little trouble with air conditioning but that’s a personal thing. I didn’t think to ask for this when I booked or indeed if there is such a room.