The hype
Travelers love the 'Dream Beds' and the pool, but often complain about the slow elevators and the $35 breakfast price tag.
Rydges Sydney Central
$150-250/ nuit
Réservez si You want a reliable home base with a killer pool and craft brewery attached, right on the edge of Sydney's coolest dining neighborhood.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- The 15-meter heated indoor pool (a rarity in this price range)
- Attached Sydney Brewery Surry Hills for excellent craft beer and pub grub
- Location: 2-minute walk to Central Station and 5 minutes to Surry Hills' best eats
En bref : A solid, unpretentious workhorse hotel that trades ultra-modern luxury for a great pool, a better location, and a brewery in the lobby.
Évalué par @travellingthroughtrauma: I had such a relaxing stay here in North Sydney. The room was incredibly spacious and the bed was super comfortable. I really loved the eco-friendly option to get $10 credit just for skipping housekeeping—such a smart perk!
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
The 'Executive' rooms are just standard rooms on higher floors with free water; don't expect a suite unless you book a 'Suite'.
- You're a family who needs a pool to tire out the kids
- You're a business traveler who needs to be near Central Station
- You appreciate a good IPA immediately after checking in
Propreté et entretien
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is reliable. Some reports of dust under beds in older reviews, but generally consistent.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are clean but can feel dated. Grout is usually scrubbed well. One recent report of a dirty shower head.
- Maintenance: Renovated in 2018, but wear is showing. Watch for slow drains or scuffed skirting boards.
- Linens & towels: Towels are standard hotel grade—clean but not plush. Sheets are crisp.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells like the brewery (yeast/hops) in the evenings—a plus or minus depending on you. Rooms are generally neutral.
Sleepability™
7.5SILENCIEUX
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Traffic noise on Albion Street (buses/trucks)
- Hallway noise and elevator dings (doors are heavy but walls are thin)
- Friday night crowd noise from the brewery below (lower floors only)
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- A security deposit (approx. $100 AUD) is required at check-in via credit card.
- The pool is popular with families; go early morning (6-8 AM) for lap swimming.
- There is a Woolworths Metro supermarket one block away for cheaper snacks/drinks.
Quoi emporter
- Earplugs (essential for lower floors)
- Goggles and swimsuit (the pool is the highlight)
- Universal power adapter (outlets are standard Aussie Type I)
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Room 542 (specifically noted by guests as quiet with a balcony)
- Executive King rooms on Level 9 or higher for less street noise
- Courtyard-facing rooms for maximum quiet
Chambres à éviter
- Rooms near the elevators (constant dinging)
- Level 1-3 street-facing rooms (brewery and traffic noise)
- Standard rooms if you need a bathtub (most are shower-only)
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room on a high floor (Level 6+), facing the internal courtyard or away from Albion Street. Please avoid rooms directly adjacent to the elevator.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the 15m indoor pool is heated and open year-round, usually 6am-10pm.
How much is parking?
Expensive. Self-parking is ~$58 AUD per night. There are cheaper public lots nearby if you hunt for them.
Is breakfast included?
Usually no. The buffet at Manna Loft is ~$35 AUD per person. It's decent but you can get better coffee nearby for $5.
Can I open the windows?
Yes, most rooms have windows that open slightly for fresh air; Balcony rooms have full sliding doors.
Is there a gym?
Yes, but it's basic. Cardio machines and dumbbells up to ~20kg. No squat rack or heavy lifting equipment.
How far is the train station?
Central Station is a 3-minute walk (200 meters). You can catch the light rail or train to anywhere in Sydney easily.
Conseils d'initiés
- ✨
Skip the hotel breakfast and walk 1 minute to Reuben Hills for one of Sydney's best coffees and brunches.
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Join the 'Priority Guest Rewards' (free) before booking to potentially get 20% off dining and drinks at the brewery.
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The 'Executive' upgrade often just means a higher floor and free bottled water—check the price difference carefully.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The elevators can be painfully slow during morning rush hour.
💡The 'Family Rooms' are surprisingly spacious, often fitting two double beds with room to spare.
💡There is a koi pond in the lobby that kids are weirdly obsessed with.
💡The sauna is actually hot and well-maintained, unlike many hotel saunas.
💡You can cast your own streaming services to the TV in renovated rooms.
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