Royal Exhibition Hotel – Family Hotel in Sydney | From 205$/Night

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About the Hotel

86 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia

“The location near Central Station made my travels effortless!”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

The Royal Exhibition Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms, double-glazed windows, and flat-screen TVs. Each room includes a refrigerator, safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. Choose from Standard Double Rooms with queen beds, Twin/Triple Rooms for groups, or Executive Rooms with antique furniture and marble bathrooms. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

Dining & Drinks

The hotel's bistro serves modern Australian cuisine and British pub classics, open daily for lunch and dinner. Downstairs, the bar offers pub-style food until late. The sports bar features plasma-screen TVs broadcasting live events. A two-level beer garden provides outdoor seating for cocktails. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday with $7 drinks.

Sports & Events

Catch live sports on multiple screens in the sports bar, with TAB betting available. The hotel hosts functions in its event space, 50 meters from Central Station. Golf lessons and whale-watching tours are nearby activities.

Location & Transport

Located in Surry Hills, the hotel is 50 meters from Central Station. Darling Harbour and the Capitol Theatre are a 15-minute walk away. Crown Street and World Square Shopping Centre are nearby for shopping. Public transport links to Sydney Airport, Chinatown, and Circular Quay Cruise Terminal are easily accessible.

Services & Extras

The front desk provides luggage storage, complimentary newspapers, and a safe deposit box. Rooms are serviced by an elevator. Street parking is available in the area. The hotel is equipped with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits for safety.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Superior Double or Twin Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior King Room

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

18 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double Room

2 persons

17 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Sydney 1.5 km

Airports

Kingsford Smith (SYD) 7.0 km

Wollongong (WOL) 98.3 km

Train

Central Station Sydney300 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Wonderful Room Elegance

“I was kinda surprised by the very nice room I stayed in. It had beautiful heritage furnishings and a very comfortable bed. The excellent pillow selection allowed for a restful night's sleep, and the spacious bathroom with a neat design and quality toiletries was a nice touch. It felt equivalent to upscale stays I've had in other renowned hotels.” view full review

Excellent Amenities

“The bathroom truly stood out to me. It was spacious and quiet with a generous selection of toiletries, made my stay feel luxurious. I loved how neat everything was, which added to my overall comfort during my visit.” view full review

Comfortable and Spacious

“I had a wonderful experience in my room with two queen beds and plenty of space. It was perfect for my sister and me to relax in after our adventures. The seating arrangements were cozy and made the room feel even more inviting.” view full review

Entertainment Options

“The media options in the room were excellent. There were TVs in both bedrooms, so my family and I could enjoy our favorite shows without any hassle. The setup made our stay more fun and comfortable, especially after long days exploring the area.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Casino

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

86 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia

Map view

86 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia

City landmarks

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

3.3 km

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

2.6 km

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

2.1 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour dining

2.1 km

Park

Hyde Park

1.9 km

Landmark

Darling Harbour

2.1 km

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

1.0 km

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

2.1 km

Museum

Powerhouse Museum

1.0 km

Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum

2.0 km

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

1.9 km

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

3.8 km

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

1.9 km

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

3.9 km

Mall

The Rocks

3.1 km

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

2.9 km

Landmark

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

1.9 km

Museum

Anzac Memorial

800 m

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

2.1 km

Gallery

White Rabbit Gallery

920 m

Museum

Australian Museum

1.9 km

Shopping Area

Central Park

1.0 km

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

1.9 km

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

1.9 km

Museum

Madame Tussauds Sydney

2.1 km

Planetarium

Sydney Observatory

3.0 km

Monument

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

3.3 km

Landmark

Crown Street

800 m

Landmark

Centennial Park

2.9 km

Landmark

The Goods Line

1.0 km

Nearby

Gallery

Brett Whitley Studio

520 m

Restaurants

Royal Exhibition Hotel

50 m

86 Chalmers St

Blacksmith

70 m

116 Chalmers St

Sushi-Mori

130 m

99 Devonshire Street

Cook & Archie's Cafe

160 m

Shop 1a 4/14 Buckingham Street Surry Hills

Uber Thai

190 m

437 Elizabeth Street Ground Floor Surry Hills

Cafetorial

190 m

437-439 Elizabeth St

Porteno

300 m

50 Holt Street Surry Hills

Himalaya Pakistani & Indian Restaurant

170 m

396 Elizabeth St Surrey Hills

Gou Sushi

140 m

30 Chalmers St Shop 2

Haven Specialty Coffee

190 m

34 Chalmers St Surry Hills

Zahli

390 m

529 Elizabeth St Surry Hills

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Royal Exhibition Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Sydney

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Drinks

Sports & Events

Location & Transport

Services & Extras

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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