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3.5 of 5
21 Oxford Street | Paddington, Sydney, New South Wales 2021, Australia
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Arts Hotel
Ranked #79 of 209 hotels in Sydney
3.5 of 5 stars 101 Reviews
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  • Oxford street(6)
  • Good value(5)
  • Bus stop(5)
  • Circular quay(4)
  • Small pool(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Basic rooms but good value for money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

We stayed in this hotel for just two nights but were happy with our choice. The room was very basic but pretty soundproof and although the bathroom was small, everything was clean. Service was also good. Next door is a cafe where you get a discount (noisy, slow service but ok food). The best part of this hotel is that it has a lovely little courtyard with a small swimming pool and a terrace! This is a great place to chill out. There are three bookshops just across the street where you can spend the entire day reading and drinking coffee (especially 'Ampersand' is highly recommended). A walk to Darlington Harbour would take about 30 minutes and to the Botanical Gardens about 20 minutes.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Lovely dining experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Had a casual dinner in the upstairs restaurant with 2 others. Super atmosphere, attentive service and well presented tasty dishes. Highly recommend dining experience.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Clean, pleasant, simple”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Absolutely no problems. Not romantic, not exceptional but right on. The staff was friendly and helpful, the WiFi was free and good quality. Everything worked. Breakfast was $AU15 but that is not bad in Sydney. It had all the fresh fruit we could eat, bottomless coffee etc.

Room Tip: Try to get a garden room, not a room on the front. We asked for one and received it.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Delightful staff, warm welcome and perfect location.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2011 via mobile
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We used the hotel as a stopover on our way from London to Melbourne. Arriving at an unearthly hour on a Sunday morning off a long haul flight, our room was ready and the staff were welcoming and incredibly helpful.
Located on a main bus route into CBD and all the main Sydney sites, right on the city sightseeing bus route and in the middle of Paddingtons lovely shops and cafes, it was a perfect location.

Breakfast was substantial and they also offered a discount on an evening meal in the next door pub which was really tasty and good value.
Lovely looking little pool and seating area which we never got to use but would be great on a hot day.

Great value for money and definitely worth a visit.
Lucy, England

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“Perfect for us”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011

Stayed here for 9 nights as part of a round the world trip. We had a garden room that was a free upgrade, we had'nt asked for it but was offered by Marc the manager. Room had free wi-fi, air con, iron, coffee/tea making facilities, safe, flat screen T.V, fridge and was neat, clean and comfortable. The location is fantastic, nice safe area, lovely little cafes and nice places to eat. Bus stops 100 yards away and Sydney Harbour is 10 minutes by bus or a 25 minute walk away. If you are into the beach Bondie is a 15 minute bus ride in the opposite direction.
There are some lovely shops in the area that are very chic and trendy, very up market and very expensive but great to window shop. Dont miss the arts and craft market every Saturday, loads of hand made items,photo's and paintings etc. We enjoyed a great stay.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 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 Sullivans Hotel
Address: 21 Oxford Street | Paddington, Sydney, New South Wales 2021, Australia
Price range (per night):* INR6,553 - 9,970

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