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Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

4.0 star property
Sydney Central Hotel offers an urban retreat with a garden and outdoor pool near Capitol Theatre, where travelers can enjoy dining options and city exploration

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Travelers find Sydney Central Hotel by The Ascott Limited perfectly positioned near Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. The property features a garden, outdoor pool with sun loungers, Thomas St Kitchen and Bar for breakfast, a coffee shop, and free WiFi.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

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Room amenity

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite

Premier Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Haymarket, a neighbourhood in Sydney, Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited is near the airport and near a metro station. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park Sydney are not to be missed. Visit our Sydney travel guide
Map
169-179 Thomas Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre showing theatre scenes and interior views as well as a large group of people
    Capitol Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wet pavement reflection of the new International Convention Centre Sydney illuminated at night
    International Convention Centre Sydney
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hyde Park Sydney City; Shutterstock ID 421569712
    Hyde Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Town Hall in sydney central business district
    Sydney Town Hall
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station
    5 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station
    7 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sushi Hub
    4 min walk
  • Knight's Coffee & Tea Co
    2 min walk
  • Outta Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Crystal Palace Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Homm Dessert
    3 min walk

About this property

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

Upscale hotel near International Convention Centre Sydney
Near Capitol Theatre and Hyde Park, Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Thomas St Kitchen and Bar, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 255 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, free infant beds and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in the NABERS Energy and NABERS Water – programmes that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (AUD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 42 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Thomas St Kitchen and Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 2,960 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 10 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 90 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately AUD 42 for adults and from AUD 25 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 90 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.2 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Novotel Hotel Sydney Central
Novotel Sydney Central
Sydney Central Novotel
Novotel Sydney Central Hotel
Novotel Sydney Central
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited Hotel
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

Does Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited on 1 Apr 2026 start from NZ$220, including 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.

Is Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Self-parking is available for AUD 45.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited located?

Located in Haymarket, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Technology Sydney and Capitol Theatre. International Convention Centre Sydney and Hyde Park are also within 15 minutes. Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is only a 5-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 5 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

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and lovely clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hyun Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family enjoyed staying at the Sydney Central Hotel. The staff were friendly & helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room .. thoughtful and kind staff really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had two meals in the restaurant, which were quite good. One was lunch and it was excellent and the other breakfast which was among the best we’ve ever had in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Breakfast was great. Parking was convenient next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and hotel staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to line from airport Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay Room was spacious Bed was comfy Great views Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff, centrally located and close to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
+Great location & good breakfast - The facilities (rooms) are starting to feel worn out, and some areas were dirty
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay. Very central to city activities. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience - great room, very clean, excellent service. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Xiaogang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
friendly staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located from Central Station and near Paddy's markets. I liked that the rooms were large and it was quiet despite the location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was nice and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to public transport
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place, great size room with friendly greeting on arrival and great breakfast selection included with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Staff very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable bed. Breakfast was great too. Walking distance to trains and light rail.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to central train station. Rooms was nice and bed was comfortable for me. Nice and friendly staff very accommodating. Perfect for what i needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic accommodation for a reasonable price, standard rooms need a refresh and daily towel replenishment (flannels, bath mat, hand towels) were hit and miss. Decent location close to darling quarter and trams.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located steps away from Central station for trains and light rail. It is in Chinatown so lots of Asian food in the area. Nice hotel, I will stay there again next time I am in Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
very polite staff, lovely breakfast food and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location but the property is very dated. The room was large with all the essential amenities. If you're on a budget or want something close to a vibrant part of the city, this is a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Quick service. Welcome drink. Gifts for our child.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025