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Criterion Hotel Sydney

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Located close to Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye, Criterion Hotel Sydney provides a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with three beds, a large window, and a patterned wall.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a remote control, a red pillow, a white bedspread, and a cityscape poster on the wall.

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a large painting, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two windows with blinds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a coat rack.

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a window with blinds.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Sydney Central Business District, a neighborhood in Sydney, Criterion Hotel Sydney is in a shopping district and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Bondi Beach, while SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Afterpay Arena. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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260 Pitt St (Cnr Park Street), Sydney, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • A park with palm trees, a pathway, and tall buildings in the background.
    Hyde Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and flags.
    Sydney Town Hall
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a river, and green spaces.
    Sydney Tower Eye
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • An underwater tunnel with a large fish and a tablet on a stand.
    SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Town Hall Station
    2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station
    13 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Ramblin' Rascal
    2 min walk
  • The Arthouse Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Hungry Jack's
    1 min walk
  • Hotel Coronation
    2 min walk

About this property

Criterion Hotel Sydney

  • Hotel near Hyde Park
  • Located close to Sydney Tower Eye and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Criterion Hotel Sydney provides a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • ATM/banking services and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Criterion Hotel Sydney feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Other amenities include:
  • 19 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Criterion Hotel

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 19 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Frequently asked questions

Is Criterion Hotel Sydney pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Criterion Hotel Sydney?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Criterion Hotel Sydney on Aug 21, 2026 start from CA $171, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Criterion Hotel Sydney doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Criterion Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Criterion Hotel Sydney?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Criterion Hotel Sydney located?

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Circular Quay are also within 1 mi (2 km). Town Hall Station is only a 2-minute walk and Museum Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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