Novotel Sydney City Centre

7-9 York Street, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia -

3.5/5

· 6847 reviews

The 4-star smoke-free Novotel Sydney City Centre hotel provides proximity to the lush ornamental oasis "Chinese Garden of Friendship", which is located only 1.9 km away. Boasting a location merely a 9-minute stroll from The Rocks, this Sydney hotel features 284 rooms as well as a shopping area and a restaurant.

Location

The hotel lies just 1.5 km from Darling Harbour and 2.2 km from the Powerhouse Museum. Not far from the Novotel Sydney City Centre, business travellers will find the 309m - tall Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Macquarie Place, located a mere 550 metres away. Entertainment options in the area feature the Sydney Opera House approximately a 5-minute ride from the accommodation. Novotel Sydney City Centre hotel is around 100 metres from Lang Park bus stop and right near Wynyard train station in Sydney.

Rooms

The air-conditioned rooms in this Sydney hotel have complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with blackout drapes and climate control. If you like cooking, there are an electric kettle and glassware provided on site. Guests will make use of hairdryers and bath sheets in the separate bathrooms equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Food & Drinks

The Novotel Sydney City Centre offers a daily vegetarian breakfast. The à la carte Birdie restaurant in the property offers dishes for breakfast. The restaurant serves Australian cuisine. There is also a rooftop bar.

Leisure & Activities

This hotel features various activities, including live performances. The Novotel Sydney City Centre offers its guests the opportunity to enjoy fitness classes at a fitness centre located on the premises.

Why choose Novotel Sydney City Centre

Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Fitness centre available on-site
Restaurant serving all-day meals
Luggage storage for convenience

Main amenities

Free Wi-Fi
24-hour services
Express check-in/ -out
Fitness/Gym
On-site Dining
Child-friendly
Wheelchair access
Air conditioning
No pets allowed

Expert tips

Budget $50 to $65 per day for the onsite parking, which can fill up sometimes.

Claire Mitchell Hotel Liaison
Use the Wynyard train station a three-minute walk away for quick access to the airport.

David Chen Locations Analyst
Plan to check out the Birdie restaurant early, as the bar closes early in the evening.

Liam O'Sullivan Freelance Sydney travel writer
Choose rooms with terraces to avoid views of concrete walls in some others.

Tara Nguyen Part-Time city guide

Important information

Check-in:

from 14:00 until 23:59

Check-out:

until 11:00

Quick local hint

Sydney

“Walk to the Queen Victoria Building and Botanical Garden nearby, then head five minutes to Darling Harbour. The hotel sits just across from Wynyard train station, offering quick airport access and light rail connections for exploring the city.”

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From USD 120 per night

Check-in 16 Oct 2026

Check-out 17 Oct 2026

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8.0 /10

Very Good 1773 reviews

Reviews summary

Novotel Sydney City Centre earns repeat mentions for its proximity to key attractions like the Queen Victoria Building and Darling Harbour. Guests note the breakfast includes cooked-to-order poached and fried eggs, though some mention lukewarm hot food and shared jam jars. Rooms sometimes face road noise due to limited soundproofing. Reviewers like the availability of discount vouchers for nearby dining.

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