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About the Hotel

260 Pitt Street, Sydney

Nice

6.9

8.1

/10

2.8

“I loved how centrally located the Criterion Hotel was in Sydney.”view full review

Offering luggage storage and a restaurant, the comfortable Criterion Hotel Sydney lies in Sydney CBD, which is known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design, 18 minutes' walk from The Goods Line Park and 1.3 km from such cultural places of interest as Madame Tussauds Sydney Wax Museum. Situated in the vicinity of the loved Hyde Park, this 3-star hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving Australian cuisine.

Location

The hotel has a convenient location merely 1.4 km from Darling Harbour, while shopping venues like Central Park are a mere 1.5 km away. The Criterion provides easy access to the 309m - tall Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck, which is 550 metres away.

This accommodation is also within reach of Hyde Park. The best historical sights to visit here include the dignified art - deco Anzac Memorial, situated in proximity to the hotel.

Town Hall railway station is around 5 minutes' walk away, while Kingsford Smith airport is 5 km from Criterion Hotel Sydney.

Rooms

There are 18 rooms featuring ironing facilities and air conditioning, as well as modern amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Offering hairdryers and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Eat & Drink

A lounge bar is available on site. It also features a lounge for guests' comfort. Dining options include The Coffee Club, which offers Australian cuisine and is located just moments from the Criterion Sydney.

Leisure & Business

Guests will appreciate live performances organised at the property.

Select your room type

Criterion Hotel Sydney offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Single Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Superior King Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

Comfortable & Clean

“I enjoyed a lovely room equipped with all the essentials, including a television, WiFi, and a hairdryer. The decor was inviting and modern. I appreciated the cleanliness throughout my stay, made the experience even better.” read full review

Excellent Bathroom

“The bathroom in my room featured modern fittings, very excellent. It was clean and suited my needs perfectly, even if it was a bit compact. It was a refreshing experience after a long day exploring Sydney.” read full review

Great Bar & Restaurant

“I loved being able to enjoy a drink at the bar upon arrival, thanks to the welcome drink offer. The bistro downstairs served delicious food, and I highly recommend the $18 schnitzel; it was a good meal after a busy day.” read full review

Fun TV Experience

“Having a large wall-mounted TV in my room was fantastic. It was positioned at a comfortable viewing angle, made for enjoyable movie nights. I appreciate a good entertainment setup while I unwind after a day out.” read full review

Facilities: Nice

6.8/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Housekeeping
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Criterion Hotel Sydney Location

260 Pitt Street, Sydney

Map view

City landmarks

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

5200 ft

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

1.3 mi

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

4300 ft

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

1.5 mi

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

5100 ft

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

5200 ft

Garden

Chinese Garden of Friendship

4800 ft

Landmark

Darling Harbour

4300 ft

Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum

4300 ft

Landmark

Darling Harbour dining

4300 ft

Landmark

Circular Quay

5200 ft

Zoo

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

4300 ft

Museum

Powerhouse Museum

4800 ft

Bridge

BridgeClimb Sydney

5200 ft

Museum

Madame Tussauds Sydney

4300 ft

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

1.8 mi

Nearby

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

1800 ft

Park

Hyde Park

1800 ft

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

1800 ft

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

1800 ft

Westfield Centrepoint 100 Market St Retail Level 5

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

1800 ft

Theatre

State Theatre

1800 ft

Public Building

Reserve Bank of Australia Museum

1800 ft

Event hall

City Recital Hall

1800 ft

Public Building

Sydney Town Hall

1800 ft

Mall

Westfield Sydney

1800 ft

Restaurants

Kosmos Espresso Cafe

300 ft

250 Pitt St Shop 7

Ichiban Boshi

700 ft

500 George St Shop 8 lower ground

Sayong Curry And Laksa

100 ft

303 Pitt St

Momiji Japanese Take Away

100 ft

303 Pitt St

Erin's kitchen

200 ft

Manchester Unity Building 307 Pitt St

Jimmy's Recipe Malaysia

400 ft

Ground Floor Shop RC16 The Galeries Victoria 500 George St Ground Floor

Grill'd Galeries

600 ft

500 George St The Galleries Level 1

Getting around

City Centre
Sydney 2 min · 400 ft
Airports
Kingsford Smith (SYD) 15 min · 6.0 mi
Wollongong (WOL) 150 min · 61.8 mi
Train
Town Hall station 3 min · 700 ft