Rydges Sydney Central

Property class: 4.5
VIP Access

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A modern multi-story building with a flat roof and large windows.
A cityscape with a prominent clock tower and modern buildings.
A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a hanging floral decoration.
A lobby with a glass pool, a grand piano, and seating areas.
A modern conference room with white tables, wooden barrels, and potted plants.

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.)
    ‪12 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
(102 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe City King or Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Balcony Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio Suite

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

Executive Double or Twin Room

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

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Hyde Park. 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 location and the clean accommodations
  • 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. Open daily.
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
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

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 used
  • 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
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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Rydges Sydney Central Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 555 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 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

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and great stsy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, everything was easy!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Blossom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were in good condition Breakfast was good and the food was well prepared.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with great amenities on site The brewery is a lovely place to have a few drinks and food The pool is very nice and they also have a cinema. Staff are very helpful when needed Would highly recommend to all and we will return when coming back to Sydney
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at this hotel a couple of times and my impressions each time have been consistent. Helpful, professional staff, large comfortable rooms, but the bathrooms could do with a refresh.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the pool and spa and cinema
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A short notice stay as a result of airline schedule change. Great location, huge comfortable room but not inexpensive. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DORIS STELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a solid stay at Rydges . Property is well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, close to train station. Helpful accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is modern and clean. Generous sized rooms and in a central location.Bath and shower fittings a little tired and new fittings (shower head etc) would improve comfort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to public transport. Spacious rooms with great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy here. My room faced the road but the noise was barely an issue and the mattress was so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was large and had a balcony. The hotel was conveniently located to Central Station offering easy access to all parts of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry-Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel was close to public transportation.Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

staff were very friendly, room was nice,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ola

Good clean friendly, helpful staff, great breakfast which includes fried rice, choice of fruits, drinks and juicing.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 nights. It’s close to central station and walking distance to restaurants and shops. Had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean and comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg and Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Central Station that suited us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location. Decor a bit lacking, but clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing. Pool,sauna and spa were great. Unfortunately loud music from rooftop party could be heard in room on the 9th floor but otherwise a pleasant stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities. Lots of food options around and transport super close and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026