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7.4

1,278 reviews

Royal Exhibition Hotel

Royal Exhibition Hotel

86 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, 2010, Australia

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Casino

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Private entrance

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Royal Exhibition Hotel

Welcome to the Royal Exhibition Hotel, your vibrant oasis nestled in the heart of Surry Hills, Sydney! Just a quick 1.3mi jaunt from the city center, this charming 4-star inn is perfect for those looking to indulge in both comfort and convenience. Whether you're here for business or leisure, with prices starting as low as $109, you’ll find your home away from home in a place where hospitality meets style.

Get ready to soak up the fun in our delightful establishment! Enjoy the thrill of our on-site casino or savor scrumptious meals at our restaurant. The Royal Exhibition Hotel thrives on keeping you connected with free WiFi throughout the venue! Plus, our air-conditioned rooms are designed to make your stay as cozy as possible. Feeling adventurous? Hit the golf course near by (for extra charges, of course!) or unwind in our beautiful garden. And for families, we offer delicious kids' meals that won't break the bank!

With over 1278 glowing reviews from fellow travelers, it's safe to say that our guests leave with smiles on their faces! Relax, unwind, and let the Royal Exhibition Hotel be your gateway to Sydney's wonders, where unforgettable experiences await. Come visit us at 86 Chalmers Street and discover the laid-back elegance that makes Surry Hills so special!

After indulging in the delicious offerings at the Royal Exhibition Hotel Bistro, your evening's just getting started! Imagine unwinding with a drink from our well-stocked bar while watching the vibrant energy of Surry Hills unfold outside. Whether you choose to join new friends in the lively atmosphere or take a cozy evening stroll through the area, you’ll feel the pulse of the city at your fingertips. And hey, if you're feeling lucky, don't forget to visit our on-site casino — who knows what surprises the night may hold?

When the sun rises over Sydney, it brings a whole new adventure! Spend your morning enjoying a delightful breakfast made to order in our bistro before heading out to explore the artistic culture of the neighborhood. With spectacular street art and hip cafés lining the streets, your options to soak up creative vibes are endless. For those seeking a bit of excitement, our nearby golf course beckons, providing a perfect opportunity to swing into action and enjoy the lush outdoors.

As the day winds down, retreat back to your cozy sanctuary at the Royal Exhibition Hotel. Choose from our variety of room types, including our spacious Family Suites that make traveling with little ones a breeze, or the inviting Triple Room that offers ample space and comfort for various needs. Every corner of our hotel invites relaxation, whether you kick back in the garden or enjoy a giddy gameday experience in our casino. With great memories just waiting to be made, the Royal Exhibition Hotel promises to be your beloved home base throughout your Sydney adventure!

Closest airports

Sydney International Airport

4.5mi

Most popular amenities

Casino

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Private entrance

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Deluxe Double Room in Royal Exhibition Hotel

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Deluxe

1 Queen Size Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Indulge in comfort in our Deluxe Double Room with a queen-size bed, air conditioning, and free toiletries. Perfect for up to 2 adults, experience a private stay in this charming room.

Double or Twin Room in Royal Exhibition Hotel

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Double Room

2 Queen Size Beds

215 sqft

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Indulge in our spacious Family Suite, featuring two cozy Queen size beds and a private bathroom. Enjoy modern comforts like air conditioning and free toiletries in this 323 sqft retreat.

Family Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Triple Room

2 Queen Size Beds

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Guest reviews

7.4

1,278 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Gregg

9.1

March 2024

Big room with everything we needed. Quiet. Secure -- separate key card entry from pub downstairs. Hotel is perfectly placed for transport -- light rail, trains and buses. It takes less than 15 minutes to get to the airport by train. The bistro down stairs in the pub serves good food, so is very handy.

The huge lights which illuminate the building which come on at 7,15pm daily and stay on all night seeped into our room, The curtains kept out the light but light shone in above and to the sides of the curtains making the room very bright all through the night. We asked for 2 key cards but it seemed too much trouble to make a second card, A single key card was inconvenient,

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Frencine

9.1

February 2024

Location is amazing, train and light rail are just next to hotel! We just really went to the city just to eat whole day and walk around. It's a last minute plan..

For 211$ it's so worth it!!!🎉 (sunday-Monday) so pub its not busy at night. The room is massive compared to 500$ standard room around the area. Just put 9 star, just being a stress mum right now😅😂lols As our room "family room" is next to the spotlight of their logo hotel!🥲😅 so our room is bright. And as well vehicles sounds. So if you're a light sleeper it's not suitable. I was telling to my husband if go to city again just for quick one, we will come back here, and hopefully they have same room different side of the building..

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Kent

8.2

March 2024

Very good location with access to a range of public transport but also within easy walking distance of things to see. Double glazed windows so the room was quiet. Plent of place to eat and also buy groceries, coffees etc. quick acccess 24hr with proximity key

There was no water at all for 15 minutes on one morning at 7.15am which meant you could not shower, the toilet would not refill etc. Also the internet is abysmally slow which is not acceptable for a room in this day and age costing around $200 per night. I think Australia Post snail mail is quicker!

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Patrick

9.1

October 2023

The beds were excellent, the room was clean. I heard the WiFi works fine, but I didn't use it. The pub food is awesome, and there's a daily happy hour, a great way to end the day after touring. The staff was always friendly and smiling. If you want convenience in Sydney, stay here. It's right across from Central Station and the Trams, providing quick access to everywhere.

The room is excellent, but the downside is our street-facing view, with a 24-hour pub across the road. It can get rowdy early in the morning. However, this only happened twice during my five-day stay, so it wasn't a major issue.

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Gregg

8.2

March 2023

Perfect location to get anywhere in Sydney quickly and easily. Convenience stores, bars, cafes all close by, plus bar and bistro downstairs Separate entrance to accommodation. Huge room, nice and bright. Felt safe and secure.

A "Do not disturb" sign would have been good. We were woken 8.30am on our first day there by well-meaning room cleaner, when a long lie in was needed. We had a table with a good reading lamp but no chair in the room. Low level noise from the rumble of passing light rail. Last year we had a room facing Chalmer St. and it was wonderfully quiet in there.

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Barnes

8.2

August 2023

The room was quite, spacious and very comfortable

Second year I have stayed there and the room tariff has jumped dramatically. The TV does not have free to air or radio stations - it only has racing and other sport related channels and subscriber channels - on querying this I was told there was a problem with the aerial ?? I was told the same thing last year - Why hasn't it been fixed? - all I wanted to do is watch ABC news or listen to the radio. ALSO, they do not have bag storage for my last day in Sydney after checking out.

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Ben

8.2

February 2024

The room was spacious and had the basics. It was pretty clean and the staff were friendly and competent. Although it a pub and is only a few metres from the light rail, double gazing means its not too noisy. Its good value for money in central Sydney. The location near Central Station makes it very convenient to get anywhere.

Others have mentioned the lack of an iron - not a big deal. The main issue is light from external floodlights coming through the curtains - it was OK for me , but those who need it to be pitch black to sleep, you wont get much here.

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Stewartl67

9.1

October 2023

Great location, very convenient. Some great restaurants not too far away and really easy walk to attractions like Chinatown, Paddy's Markets and Darling Harbour. Staff were super helpful, we were early and they kindly allowed us to securely store our bags until check-in time. The lift was very handy with a child in a stroller, and also for getting bags up to the room. Very quiet and comfortable room, you wouldn't know there was a pub downstairs, we heard zero noise from downstairs. The beds were very clean and comfortable, we all had a great night sleep. The price was also very reasonable for the location, great for travellers being right near Central Station with very easy access. Highly recommended.

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Owen

9.1

February 2024

Didn't expect much of this hotel but after checking in through the rather musty smelling bar opened the door to our room & WOW!!! We've stayed in an up-market room at The Windsor in Melbourne & this room was equal to that. Clean, beautiful heritage furnishings, very comfortable bed & excellent pillow selection plus a very neat bathroom with a good selection of toiletries. If it wasn't for the checking in via the musty bar we would have rated this as a 10. The girl who checked us in though was friendly & helpful.

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Patrick

9.1

March 2023

The pub is located in the middle of everything. To get anywhere you only need walk less than 100 meters to the Tram or 50 meters to the train. Very convenient and easy to get around. Beds very comfortable, and room was a reasonable size with hanging space for clothes. Food in the pub was excellent, and the staff were always very helpful. Highly recommend.

The only down side to the stay, our room was next to the tram line which stop around 12ish I think, was noisy occasionally but not too bad. Other drawbacks.... The TV only had limited channels, the room was also quite light during the night, due to a floodlight outside our window. Some clever manipulation of the spare towels sorted that one out. Don't let this deter you though, the stay was excellent.

Points of Interest Around Royal Exhibition Hotel

Attractions

Queen Victoria Building (QVB)

1mi

Bradleys Head

1mi

Sydney Fish Market (SFM)

1.2mi

Sydney Central Business District

1.3mi

Oxford Street

1.3mi

Nurses Walk

1.8mi

Garden Island

2.2mi

Goat Island

2.4mi

Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk

4mi

Balmoral

5.1mi

Shelly Beach

7.8mi

Avalon Beach

18.7mi

Milsons Point

25.5mi

Wattamolla Beach

27mi

Woy Woy

28.5mi

Restaurants

Royal Exhibition Hotel Bistro

Cuisines

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Amenities of Royal Exhibition Hotel

Casino

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Private entrance

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Royal Exhibition Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Royal Exhibition Hotel

How much does a stay at Royal Exhibition Hotel cost?

Rooms at Royal Exhibition Hotel are available starting from $109. Prices might vary according to room availability and chosen dates. To see the current rates, please add your travel dates.

What are the room types available at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

The Royal Exhibition Hotel offers a variety of room types including Deluxe Double Rooms, Double or Twin Rooms, and Family Suites. Occupancy ranges from 2 adults in the double rooms to 4 adults in the family suites. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms, and bed sizes vary from Queen size beds to a combination of Queen and Twin beds.

What activities does Royal Exhibition Hotel offer?

Guests can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay at the Royal Exhibition Hotel. They can relax at the on-site bar or restaurant, Royal Exhibition Hotel Bistro, and sample delicious meals. For those looking to unwind, the hotel offers a garden where guests can take a leisurely stroll. The casino provides entertainment for those feeling lucky, while the golf course offers a scenic space for leisure activities. Additionally, the hotel features air conditioning in rooms for comfort. Kids' meals are available, catering to families. With free toiletries and a private bathroom, guests can freshen up and relax after a day of exploration.

Are there restaurants located within Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Yes, the Royal Exhibition Hotel has a restaurant on site called the Royal Exhibition Hotel Bistro. The bistro offers a variety of cuisines.

Which payment methods are supported by Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Royal Exhibition Hotel supports the following payment methods: Mastercard, JCB, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, and UnionPay. It does not accept cash payments.