Centrally located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), The Criterion Hotel offers a restaurant and a bar where guests can enjoy a lovely evening. Free WiFi is available in the rooms and in the public bar area. Guests enjoy being within easy access to a variety of Sydney tourist attractions including Darling Harbor and Sydney Zoo, both 15 minutes’ walk away. Sydney Opera House is 6 minutes’ drive away. The Criterion Hotel features refurbished rooms with a seating area, air-conditioning and a private bathroom facilities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.6
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian

Amenities of Criterion Hotel Sydney

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Casino
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

Criterion Hotel Sydney takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 64. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Criterion Hotel Sydney accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.

Please note that there is a 1.75% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Criterion Hotel Sydney

  • Criterion Hotel Sydney has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Criterion Hotel Sydney is 1,150 feet from the center of Sydney. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Criterion Hotel Sydney offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Casino
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live music/Performance
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Happy hour
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Check-in at Criterion Hotel Sydney is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Criterion Hotel Sydney may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Criterion Hotel Sydney include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple