CRITERION HOTEL SYDNEY, Sydney – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Modern Comforts
Criterion Hotel Sydney offers 19 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs featuring streaming services. Rooms include premium bedding, seating areas, coffee/tea makers, and private bathrooms with showers. Options include double, triple, and family rooms accommodating up to 4 beds.
Casino and Bar Onsite
The hotel features a casino with 30 slot machines and a sportsbook. Guests can enjoy drinks at the on-site bar, which serves a selection of beverages in a casual setting.
Central Sydney Location
Located 150 meters from Town Hall Station, the hotel is steps from The Galeries Victoria shopping center. It is 700 meters from Capitol Theatre, 1.2 miles from Circular Quay, and within walking distance of Hyde Park Barracks Museum and Queen Victoria Building.
Free WiFi Throughout
Complimentary high-speed WiFi is available in all rooms and common areas. The property also provides ironing facilities and heating in rooms for guest convenience.
Near Major Attractions
The hotel is 15 minutes' walk from Darling Harbour and Sydney Zoo. Kingsford Smith Airport is 10 km away, accessible via public transport from Town Hall Station.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
- Casino
- Live entertainment
- Night club
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I couldn't get any sleep the first night due to the loud noise, but the hotel is bare bones with just the basics in the room. However, the location is perfect for exploring the city.
I stayed at the hotel and it was a mixed experience. The location was good, being in the CBD close to the Town Hall and Queen Victoria Building. However, the rooms were extremely noisy and basic; camping might have been a better option. The dining options were decent, especially for healthy salads, but the facilities were lacking.
The hotel has a very poor location, but it is just a couple of minutes' walk to Town Hall underground station and 10 minutes to Darling Harbour. The rooms are old, dirty, and lack amenities, but they do have air conditioning. The service is quite average with housekeeping and a welcome drink available. The dining experience offers fresh cheese bread, and the facilities are basic. The price seems reasonable given the condition of the hotel.
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