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Royal Exhibition Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with bars, near Star Casino

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
The Royal Exhibition Hotel, located in the city center, offers a welcoming atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and garden. Guests can relax at two bars, enjoy WiFi, and read newspapers in their rooms. Previous guests praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ₩139,916
₩153,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
86-88 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hyde Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway Snacks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gou Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cook & Archies - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Royal Exhibition Hotel

Hotel near Hyde Park
Close to Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre, Royal Exhibition Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and 2 bars. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • ATM/banking services, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Royal Exhibition Hotel have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1870
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.65 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 1 can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.65 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

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Royal Exhibition Hotel Surry Hills
Royal Exhibition Surry Hills
Royal Exhibition Hotel Hotel
Royal Exhibition Hotel Surry Hills
Royal Exhibition Hotel Hotel Surry Hills

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Exhibition Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Exhibition Hotel on Nov 16, 2025 start from ₩139,916, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Royal Exhibition Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Royal Exhibition Hotel located?

Located in Surry Hills, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Technology Sydney, Capitol Theatre, and World Square Shopping Centre. Hyde Park and University of Sydney are also within 1 mi (2 km). Central Light Rail Station is 6 minutes by foot and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Royal Exhibition Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 645 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 645 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 645 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 645 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 645 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I can recommend this Hotel

Great hotel a special thankyo for Nien great service and very professional attitude to her job.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room location was perfect for us and was clean and comfortable. Even though we were over a busy hotel, there was no noise from the bar or traffic. Highly recommend this property for cost and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
How close to central it was for an over night stay maybe once the Reno’s are done it might be ok but. Night time staff not very helpful. Lots of noise from street then works early hours.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A GREAT SIZE ROOM, renovated well and lovely staff and well located
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As above re likes. I have no complaints. Am glad that I had chosen your hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience and on site bistro great selection of specials each night
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything in walking distance to shops restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, and amenities were clean and comfortable. This hotel is very conveniently located for all transport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great and met my needs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great for our needs- one night quick stay in the area. Parking was a little tricky, but otherwise everything else was convenient and easy as possible.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Bruce

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Didn't sleep at all. Little cockroach type insects kept crawling on bed and side tables
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We enjoyed the pub vibe of this place. Good honest service...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to transport, the room was clean, neat and tidy. However it was way overpriced for what it was; a pub room on the corner of a noisy tram line.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fine poace ro stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top place
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to transport and the city
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

NERISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great convenient comfy stay

Big room nicely furnished great bathroom easy walk to lots of places . Train and tram and buses at the door .Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This low cost hotel in the very centre of Sydney is excellent value. The area is a bit odd & a bit noisy, but I found it safe. For me, it was brilliant to get to & from the airport (in 10 minutes). Modest and clean room but great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was okay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Perfectly Acceptable

Clean, comfortable room. Very close to Central Station. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

magic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All you need

all rooms have been reconditioned and bathrooms installed. The Hotel is situated very well in Chalmers Street right at the Eastern entrance to Central Station. Excellent meals are available at the Bistro.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022