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Criterion Hotel Sydney

260 Pitt Street, Sydney, Australia·View on map

$$$$

Overall Score

Nice

6.9Nice

Highest Rated

Location9.1

Free WiFi8.9

Staff8.1

Lowest Rated

Cleanliness7.6

Comfort7.6

Value for money7.2

Facilities6.8

Who stays here

Couples35%

Solo35%

Families14%

Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score

Nice

6.9Nice

Highest Rated

Location9.1

Free WiFi8.9

Staff8.1

Lowest Rated

Cleanliness7.6

Comfort7.6

Value for money7.2

Facilities6.8

Who stays here

Couples35%

Solo35%

Families14%

Groups13%

Casino, pub dining, and a central Sydney location - Criterion Hotel Sydney offers a distinct city stay above a historic bar.

Entertainment & Casino

Criterion Hotel Sydney has an on-site casino with a sportsbook and multiple slot machines, providing a unique entertainment option in the city centre. The hotel's bar broadcasts live sport events and offers a happy hour for guests. This combination of gambling and sports viewing creates a rare pub-style leisure experience in Sydney's CBD.

Dining & Accommodation

The on-site restaurant serves Australian cuisine for lunch and dinner, with a menu that includes items like steak sandwich and schnitzel. Guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers. Family rooms are available, and each room includes a work desk and wardrobe, though the hotel has no lift.

Location & Transport

Situated steps from Town Hall and Darling Harbour, Criterion Hotel Sydney offers walking access to Circular Quay, Sydney Zoo, and the Queen Victoria Building. Town Hall train station and the George Street light rail are one block away, connecting guests to the airport and Central Station. The hotel provides luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures, easing travel logistics.

Guest Services

Daily housekeeping keeps rooms clean, and the hotel offers free WiFi throughout the property. An ATM/cash machine is on site, and an invoice is provided for business travelers. CCTV cameras in common areas and outside, along with key card access and smoke alarms, cover security across the property.

Room Amenities

Rooms at the Criterion Hotel Sydney include private bathrooms stocked with free toiletries and hairdryers. Each room has a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, with some offering a seating area and premium bedding. The hotel uses key card access for security, and non-smoking rooms are available throughout the six-room property.

Casino: On-site casino with sportsbook and slot machines
Location: 1 block from Town Hall Station and light rail
Rooms: Family rooms and refurbished en-suites
Dining: Australian cuisine restaurant and lively bar
Services: Luggage storage and 24/7 tea/coffee station

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

from 04:00-10:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:18

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Rooms and availability

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Triple Room

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Heating

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Deluxe Single Room

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower
Heating

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Deluxe Family Room

Max:

6 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Flat-screen TV

No pets allowed

Air conditioning

Services

Housekeeping
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Criterion Hotel Sydney

💵 Lowest room price	64 £
📏 Distance to centre	100 m
✈️ Distance to airport	9.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Kingsford Smith, SYD

Location

260 Pitt Street, Sydney, Australia

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260 Pitt Street, Sydney, Australia

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260 Pitt Street, Sydney, Australia

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

1.6 km

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

2.2 km

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

1.3 km

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

2.3 km

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

1.5 km

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

1.6 km

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

1.4 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour

1.3 km

Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum

1.3 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour dining

1.3 km

Landmark

Circular Quay

1.6 km

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

1.3 km

Museum

Powerhouse Museum

1.4 km

Bridge

BridgeClimb Sydney

1.6 km

Museum

Madame Tussauds Sydney

1.3 km

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

2.8 km

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

540 m

Park

Hyde Park

540 m

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

540 m

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

540 m

Westfield Centrepoint 100 Market St Retail Level 5

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

540 m

Theatre

State Theatre

540 m

Public Building

Reserve Bank of Australia Museum

540 m

Event hall

City Recital Hall

540 m

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

540 m

Mall

Westfield Sydney

540 m

Restaurant

Kosmos Espresso Cafe

70 m

Restaurant

Ichiban Boshi

190 m

Restaurant

Sayong Curry And Laksa

20 m

Restaurant

Momiji Japanese Take Away

20 m

Restaurant

Erin's kitchen

40 m

Restaurant

Jimmy's Recipe Malaysia

110 m

Restaurant

Grill'd Galeries

180 m

Reviews of Criterion Hotel Sydney

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