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Macleay Hotel – reviews, photos

3.5 of 5
28 Macleay Street | Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia
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Macleay Hotel
Ranked #45 of 209 hotels in Sydney
4.0 of 5 stars 148 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Kings Cross(20)
  • Opera house(7)
  • Harbour Bridge(6)
  • Short walk(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Potts Point(4)
  • Reception staff(3)
  • Very small(3)
  • Lovely view(3)
  • Circular quay(3)
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Stockholm, Sweden
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Good value”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

The rooms are a bit dated and wouldn't win any interior design awards, but this is a good choice if you are looking to stay somewhere fairly central without spending too much on accommodation. The kitchenette is perfect for preparing breakfast, but it's by no means a kitchen that suitable for serious cooking. There are a few take-away restaurants and a Woolworth supermarket (good opening hours) across the street. Found the location good in the sense that you're away from all the noise around King's Cross yet not too far from the centre.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Zhuhai, China
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“It is getting old and worn”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

Was there three years ago and in Jan. 2012. No updates in rooms since than and it was already used back than. Great views and good location are a plus. Unfortunately no balconies. People at reception nice just as three years ago, just aged a little.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles, California
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Great Location and Service”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We booked this hotel because it offered a small kitchenette, ideal location and good value. The kitchenette was a little small, but was useful for making breakfast and small dinners. There is a supermarket across the street which was very handy and had a good selection. The location allowed us to walk to the Opera house, Botanical Gardens and explore Kings Cross. An added bonus was the agreement they have with the local gym, which allowed us to use the gym down the street, which was a great gym.

I would recommend this hotel for extended traveling and as a way to save on food costs.

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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Kent
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Very Efficient Helpful Staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed for 2 nights on tour of Oz. Comfy Rooms. Everything thought of in terms of facilities , cross between Hotel & Apartment. Location in Potts Point is not far from Seedy area, but plenty of expensive properties & Restaurants as well. Thai Restaurant that is supposed to be really good is next door.
Staff go the extra mile to help. Buses & Trains easy to get nearby. 15 mins on Bus to Circula Quay area. 10 mins on Train to Bondi Beach!
delis & Supermarkets opposite.
Cant fault it overall NB:. Swimming Pool was being refurbed at time of visit(but as Raining non stop no prob!)

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Old, dirty and in dire need of a major upgrade”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed here for the New Year's Eve celebrations in order to avoid the crowds rushing to get home. I had booked for 2 adults and 2 kids and they tried to charge me an additional $15 for the kids stay. I had to show them the T&C that kids won't be charged if using the same bed.

Rooms are so dated, dirty and bathrooms looked that they've only been painted over. Kids were scared to use it.

I'd look for another hotel next year!

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 28 Macleay Street | Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia
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