Southern Cross Hotel

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Staff

8.8

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About this property

Boasting a bar and a restaurant, Southern Cross Hotel is set in Sydney, 5 km from Darling Harbour. Explore the popular Grounds of Alexandria, an 8-minute drive from the property. Sydneyham train station is just 1.2 km away, providing guests access to the CBD. Each room features a modern bathroom tiled with natural stone. Complimentary toiletries are also provided. Have a quiet night watching TV on the flat-screen TV. The restaurant offers pub classics as well as contemporary modern Australian dishes. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the bar. Circular Quay is 7 km from Southern Cross Hotel, while Overseas Passenger Terminal is 7 km from the property. Kingsford Smith Airport is 2 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Heating
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

P
Australia Australia
“Room was great. I had a room on the inside of the hotel away from the main road. 15 or 20 min walk to train and metro once it is operating.”
Ken
Australia Australia
“Very convenient to St Peters parkrun! Nice and central. It was quiet despite being on Princes Highway.”
Sue
New Zealand New Zealand
“Large room, good value and well located for our needs”
Sophie
Australia Australia
“Close to the airport, free parking, the room/bed was comfortable and had everything you needed. Walking distance to the train station. The staff were lovely and friendly”
Scott
Australia Australia
“Great service. Hot water. Quiet. Close to public transport. The right price point. Will stay here again.”
Guy
Australia Australia
“Location is close to the airport, our room was quiet despite being located on a busy road.”
Colquhoun
Australia Australia
“Excellent location. Old style building but modern amenities”
Jenyven
Australia Australia
“Good for stay here. Near city area and station. Have a car park. Value the money. It is clean and spacious room.”
Lauren
Australia Australia
“It is a hidden gem! Check in was a breeze and parking was easy. You don't go through the hotel to get to your room.... There is a convenient lift outside. I saw reviews complaining about the noise of the planes and the pub. Just want to make...”
Chrissy
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very comfy bed in large room. Nice new bathroom. Lovely old-style pub accommodation. Restaurant was excellent value for money and family friendly. The night I went they had two meals for price of one. Pity I was flying out the next morning and...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Brasserie SX
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • Australian • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner

House rules

Southern Cross Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Southern Cross Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.