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Royal Exhibition Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers soak in city views from the rooftop terrace, enjoy live music at two different bars, and benefit from staff who genuinely care about their stay

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The Royal Exhibition Hotel, located in the city center, offers a welcoming atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and garden. Guests can relax at two bars, enjoy WiFi, and read newspapers in their rooms. Previous guests praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Located in Surry Hills, a neighborhood in Sydney, Royal Exhibition Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the airport. International Convention Centre Sydney and Sydney Opera House are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Martin Place and Pitt Street Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Accor Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing and whale-watching. Visit our Sydney travel guide
Map
86-88 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre which includes theatre scenes and interior views as well as a large group of people
    Capitol Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hyde Park Sydney City; Shutterstock ID 421569712
    Hyde Park
    16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wet pavement reflection of the new International Convention Centre Sydney illuminated at night
    International Convention Centre Sydney
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crown Street
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station
    6 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station
    6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway Snacks
    1 min walk
  • KFC
    2 min walk
  • Gou Sushi
    2 min walk
  • Madison Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    1 min walk

About this property

Royal Exhibition Hotel

Hotel near Hyde Park
Close to Capitol Theatre and International Convention Centre Sydney, Royal Exhibition Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and 2 bars. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and ATM/banking services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Royal Exhibition Hotel have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and heating

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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

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.65 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 1 can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.65 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Royal Exhibition Hotel
Royal Exhibition Hotel Surry Hills
Royal Exhibition Surry Hills
Royal Exhibition Hotel Hotel
Royal Exhibition Hotel Surry Hills
Royal Exhibition Hotel Hotel Surry Hills

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Exhibition Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Exhibition Hotel on Apr 1, 2026 start from CA $141, 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?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Royal Exhibition Hotel located?

Located in Surry Hills, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Technology Sydney, Capitol Theatre, and Hyde Park. International Convention Centre Sydney and University of Sydney are also within 1 mi (2 km). Central Light Rail Station is 6 minutes by foot and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Royal Exhibition Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 667 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 667 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 667 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 667 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 667 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and bed very comfortable. The location was fantastic. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes it's amazing place to stay everything is convenient. I'm very please with the room comfortable and spacious .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff, good value for the location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient cannot go wrong with a pub great accommodation and centrally centred
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean n convenient location close to Central.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big, spotlessly clean and comfortable room right near the station
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I can recommend this Hotel

Great hotel a special thankyo for Nien great service and very professional attitude to her job.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location by Central Station.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was neat, clean and quiet. Good location. The security code access system worked well. The A/C unit did not work as it should as it did not cool the room and would shut down after a few minutes if set to "Cool" mode. Fan mode worked. As windows are sealed closed the room did get very hot and stuffy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room location was perfect for us and was clean and comfortable. Even though we were over a busy hotel, there was no noise from the bar or traffic. Highly recommend this property for cost and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here when we are visiting Sydney or transiting though, it is so convenient bein just over the road from Central Station, the bistro serves very nice meals and is to be recommended, always enjoy staying here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

MEHNAZ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom and bed was clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shirlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, bar & bistro conveniently located downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value accommodation close to Central.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient spot near the central station
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location

Very convenient to transport and city attractions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to transport and restaurants good place clean and comfortable staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big room, close to Sydney Central, enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything in walking distance to shops restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was excellent. Clean and tidy, staff and facilities were excellent. Only downfall was the tram line outside my room and that’s no fault of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was great. Beds were comfortable. The only real issue was the noise from light rail outside our window. Next time i would request a room facing Chalmers Street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient as we were catching an interstate train from Central the next morning. Convenience store minutes away on foot. Staff friendly. Food in the pub was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved having the Central station just a few steps away. It allowed us to maneuver through Sydney and its outskirts very easily. The rooms are clean and staff is great. This place has everything you need and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We enjoyed the pub vibe of this place. Good honest service...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023