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Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

Property class: 4
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Circular Quay

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Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of World Square Shopping Centre and International Convention Centre Sydney. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Thomas St Kitchen and Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 5 minutes and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 5 minutes.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • 12 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Why we love this property

Culinary choices abound
Dive into locally-sourced delights at this hotel's restaurant and cafe. The bar awaits after full breakfast with vegan, vegetarian, and organic options.
Comfort in every detail
Plush pillows welcome weary travellers. Blackout drapes ensure sound sleep. 24-hour room service and minibars satisfy all cravings.

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior King Room with Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a view of the city.

Superior King Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city.

Superior Room 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a yellow patterned wall.

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a yellow patterned wall.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a small seating area.

Premier Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Map
169-179 Thomas Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • University of Technology Sydney - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Paddy's Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 63 min drive
  • Sydney Central Station - 7 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 10 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 17 min walk
  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Hub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Noodle House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khao-Kang Maruay - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

  • Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of World Square Shopping Centre and International Convention Centre Sydney. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Thomas St Kitchen and Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 5 minutes and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 255 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (AUD 45.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 12 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2960 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Locally sourced food is prioritised
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free wired Internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Thomas St Kitchen and Bar – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by these third-party sustainability certification schemes: NABERS Energy, NABERS Waste and NABERS Water. For more information on what these certifications require and verify, please visit their websites.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 42 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.2 per cent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool

Alternative facilities will be available off-site during the renovation.

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 90 per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs AUD 45.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Also known as

Novotel Hotel Sydney Central
Novotel Sydney Central
Sydney Central Novotel
Novotel Sydney Central Hotel
Novotel Sydney Central
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited Hotel
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

Does Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 45.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited and nearby?

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited has an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a picnic area, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Thomas St Kitchen and Bar.

What's the area around Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited like?

Sydney Central Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited is in Haymarket, a short 5-minute walk from Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station and 8 minutes' walk from World Square Shopping Centre. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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