Rydges Sydney Central

4.5 star property
VIP Access

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Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Reception
View from property
Banquet hall
Breakfast served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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28 Albion Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe City King or Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Balcony Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Executive Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed OR 2 King Beds

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About this property

Rydges Sydney Central

An indoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite.
Rydges Sydney Central offers 309 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Rydges Sydney Central's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Capitol Theatre. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre
As a guest of Rydges Sydney Central, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 11 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 14047 square feet (1305 square meters) and includes a conference center. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Rydges Sydney Central. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Manna Loft - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast only.
Sydney Brewery - This brewpub specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured parking on site (AUD 58 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Manna Loft
  • Sydney Brewery

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (14,047 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: AUD 58 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Sebel Surry Hills Sydney
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The Sebel Surry Hills Hotel Sydney
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Rydges Sydney Central Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 555 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well kept. The hotel facilities were great. The staff were friendly and available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Great room and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bright clean room, triple aspect window, sumptuous bed and fantastic bathroom with large shower Really friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at check in excellent lovely room looking forward to going back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient staff, prompt check-in. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon, St Marys

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was fantastic but it all started with the outstanding desk staff that did our check in who happened to be the same person that checked us out. Room was not ready when we first arrived, and the staff were very remorseful but quite informative as to why the room was not They gave us free drink vouchers to help overcome any grief The room and the condition of the hotel was really pleasant and the bed and overall comfort was outstanding. I would recommend this hotel to all of my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nobuaki

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated being checked in on the same floor as the pool. Would ask for that in future
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aditya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The Good: Helpful & friendly staff, perfect location in the CBD - close to Central station & walking distances to shops, restaurants/cafes & groceries. Amenities are decent - gym & Pool are handy. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food types. The Bad: Cleaning/service staff. Our room was acceptable on check in - but the days after showed quick decline of how the room was being "cleaned" The room was never vacuumed, our coffee cups were never replaced/cleaned (so we only had coffee once), toilet paper was never refilled once (upon check out, we were up to the last roll with a single use left) Our young toddler also threw up during one of the nights, we managed to get him into the shower - and cleaned up the mess as much as we could. (this was around 3pm and our room still hadn't been cleaned that day) We called the front desk to notify the incident and that the room may require extra attention during the service. Later, we met the cleaner and explained the situation - to which they just replaced our towels and left. And their version of cleaning our bathroom was using our old towels and wiping down the walls. Very disgusting. No disinfectant sprays etc. We felt like we were living in a bacteria filled room. No wonder our baby vomited!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good all round
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
More the AUS$1000 for 2 night just too much for this hotel. Plus extra for parking. Such a high price per night for a hotel room in that area. Free drink for visit had good intention but bar was chock-a-block full with crowded booked even meant it not possible to take the drink. A nice relaxing lounge is required for a welcome drink. Not a standing room only bar full of rowdy partying patrons. Good intentions gone wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff and excellent location. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely disappointed in my stay the Aircon did not work in my room. 202 mini bar wasn’t restocked and had opened drinks and chips that I have been charged for. No bathroom necessities were restocked shampoo conditioner and body wash was told the pool temperature was 26° but felt like 19 when u got in so how is that a heated indoor pool?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEAN

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We received a free room upgrade on arrival, parking was convenient although the clearance was only 2.0m not the 2.1 staff had said over the phone prior to arrival, I'm glad I took our smaller car. The breakfast was pretty comprehensive, something for everyone. Overall we had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

chaoliang

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025