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About the Hotel

111 Cathedral Street, Woolloomooloo, Sydney, Australia, 2011

Historic Country Charm

The East Sydney Hotel, built in 1856, is one of Sydney's last remaining country-style pubs. The front bar features memorabilia and wooden floors with copper nails. Rooms follow the old-fashioned country tradition, with shared bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and some featuring fireplaces or city views.

Live Music & Dining

Head Chef Max Digance serves Australian cuisine, including pub snacks and seasonal dishes. Every Sunday in March, The Specialities, a five-piece band, plays blues, jazz, soul, and alt-country from 4 PM to 7 PM. The Autumn Jazz Festival in May showcases emerging artists from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

Central Woolloomooloo Location

The hotel is in Woolloomooloo, known for Finger Wharf's fine dining and waterfront bars. It's a 10-minute walk to the Sydney CBD, Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Art Gallery of NSW. Hyde Park Barracks Museum is 500 meters away, and Kingsford Smith Airport is 8 km from the property.

No-Frills Accommodation

Rooms include seating areas, flat-screen TVs, and shared bathrooms. Some have fireplaces, balconies, or city views. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guests can play darts in the bar, which serves quality draught beer.

Local Landmarks Nearby

The hotel is 2 km from Darling Harbour, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and the Australian National Maritime Museum. The Royal Botanic Gardens are 1.5 km away, and Hyde Park is a 5-minute walk.

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2 persons

120 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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2 persons

140 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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2 persons

120 sq. feet

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Getting around

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City Centre

Sydney2700 ft

Airports

Kingsford Smith (SYD) 7.0 mi

Wollongong (WOL) 63.3 mi

Train

St James Station2000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
ATM/Cash machine

Sports & Fitness

Billiard tables
Darts

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

111 Cathedral Street, Woolloomooloo, Sydney, Australia, 2011

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111 Cathedral Street, Woolloomooloo, Sydney, Australia, 2011

City landmarks

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

1.2 mi

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

5200 ft

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

1.3 mi

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

1.4 mi

Sydney

Sydney Harbour

1.4 mi

Park

Hyde Park

2600 ft

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

2600 ft

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

2600 ft

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

1.5 mi

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

1.2 mi

Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum

1.3 mi

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

2600 ft

Sydney

Darling Harbour

1.3 mi

Westfield Centrepoint 100 Market St Retail Level 5

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

2600 ft

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

1.3 mi

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

2600 ft

10 Macquarie St

The Mint

2600 ft

Mall

The Rocks

1.2 mi

Sydney Cove

Circular Quay

1.2 mi

Public Building

Victoria Barracks

4000 ft

Sydney NSW 2000

Darling Harbour dining

1.3 mi

Museum

Australian Museum

2600 ft

Monument

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

5200 ft

Museum

Powerhouse Museum

1.5 mi

Museum

Museum of Sydney

1.2 mi

Planetarium

Sydney Observatory

1.7 mi

7 Onslow Ave Elizabeth Bay

Elizabeth Bay House

1.1 mi

University

Sydney Conservatorium of Music

1.2 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

1900 ft

Mrs Macquaries Road

The Domain

1900 ft

Restaurants

John Montagu

500 ft

144 Cathedral St

Harry's Cafe de Wheels

2500 ft

Dowling Street Corner Cowper Wharf Roadway

Woolloomooloo Fish & Chips

900 ft

130 Forbes St

Bill and Tony's

1500 ft

74 Stanley St

Sushi on Stanley

1500 ft

85 Stanley St

Dumplings & Beer

1500 ft

Darlinghurst 2010 83 Stanley St 9 Ward Ave

The Black Squid

1500 ft

82 Stanley St Shop 1

Friggitoria

3000 ft

12 Bayswater Rd Shop 6

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

80%

enjoyed their stay & would return

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.4

Service

8.2

Dining

8.0

Mark

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.4/10

The hotel is brilliantly located close to literally everything, offering convenience at its best. The rooms provide a comfy bed for a good night's sleep, but shared bathrooms might not be for everyone. The service is outstanding with a welcoming drink to start your stay on a positive note. The dining options, especially the burgers, are a delight to the taste buds. While the facilities are well-maintained, a few more amenities could enhance the overall experience.

Rooms

7.0

The room had a reasonably comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with a welcoming drink.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is close to literally everything, offering unmatched convenience.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, especially with the burgers, was fantastic.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are well-maintained, but could benefit from additional amenities.

George

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is in a perfect location, close to Town Hall and Kings Cross train station. The rooms are very clean and equipped with comfortable beds, but shared bathrooms are well-maintained. The welcome drink adds a nice touch to the service. The dining experience with tacos was satisfying. The facilities are convenient, making the stay enjoyable. Value for money is reasonable, although Wi-Fi is not included in the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are very clean with reasonably comfortable beds.

Service

7.0

The welcome drink was a nice touch to the service.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is ideal, close to Town Hall and Kings Cross train station.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, especially with tacos, was satisfying.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are convenient, making the stay enjoyable.

John

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

This hotel is a gem with its prime location close to everything we wanted to explore and offering a cozy atmosphere. The rooms were comfortable and very clean, but the shared bathrooms could be a downside. The service was top-notch with a lovely welcome drink, yet the pricing could have been more competitive. Dining options were satisfactory, especially the delightful fruit preserves.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were reasonably comfortable and very clean.

Service

9.0

The service was impeccable, and the welcome drink was a nice touch.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was ideal, close to everything we wanted to go.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, especially the delicious fruit preserves.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall comfort of the stay.

Daniel

United States, September 2023

9.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location was perfect, close to the city center and the botanical garden. The rooms were immaculate with very clean amenities and a comfortably cozy bed. The service was exceptional, including a lovely welcome drink. The dining experience was delightful, especially the tasty salads. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay truly enjoyable.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotless with a very comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, and the welcome drink was a nice touch.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location couldn't be better, very close to the city center and within walking distance of great restaurants.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb, especially the tasty salads.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, adding to the overall fantastic experience.

Carl

United States, May 2023

8.0/10

I couldn't have asked for a better location for this hotel-it's close to everything we wanted to go, and the bar and restaurant downstairs were so convenient. The room I stayed in had a comfy bed, just what I needed after a long day of exploring. However, the shared bathrooms were a bit of an inconvenience, and the price felt a bit high for the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The bed was really comfy, and the room was clean.

Service

7.0

I was welcomed with a refreshing drink, which was a nice touch, and the service overall was good.

Location

9.0

Being so close to Kings Cross station made getting around super easy. Plus, the bar and restaurant downstairs were a big plus.

Dining

8.0

I tried the traditional fish dish at the restaurant, and it was delicious. However, the prices were a bit on the higher side.