MANTRA SYDNEY CENTRAL, Sydney – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
653 George Street,
Sydney,
Australia,
2000,
New South Wales
Rooms & Amenities
Mantra Sydney Central offers studios and apartments with kitchenettes, including a stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and tea/coffee makers. Some units have balconies with city views, and select apartments include a washing machine and dryer.
Dining Onsite
The hotel has an onsite restaurant and bar serving modern Australian and Western cuisine. Guests can enjoy meals without leaving the property.
Nearby Attractions
Located in Sydney CBD, the hotel is 1.5 km from Darling Harbour and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, 2 km from the Museum of Contemporary Art, and 2.5 km from the Sydney Opera House. Hyde Park and St Mary's Cathedral are within a 15-minute walk.
Transport Links
Public transport is easily accessible from the hotel, with direct connections to major attractions. The central location makes exploring Sydney straightforward.
Guest Services
The hotel provides practical amenities like free toiletries, soundproofed rooms, and ironing facilities. Some units have study areas with work desks, catering to business travelers.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
AUD 35 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Services
Paid shuttle service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink
Dining
Snack bar
Business
Business centre
Fax/Photocopying
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Washing machine
Free toiletries
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
653 George Street,
Sydney,
Australia,
2000,
New South Wales
Map view
653 George Street,
Sydney,
Australia,
2000,
New South Wales
City landmarks
Opera House
Sydney Opera House
1.6
mi
Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
4800 ft
Park
Royal Botanic Gardens
1.8
mi
Museum
Australian National Maritime Museum
4800 ft
Landmark
Darling Harbour
4800 ft
Garden
Chinese Garden of Friendship
2300 ft
Park
Hyde Park
4300 ft
Bridge
Sydney Harbour Bridge
1.9
mi
Museum
Powerhouse Museum
2300 ft
Church
St Mary's Cathedral
4300 ft
Mall
Queen Victoria Building
4300 ft
Landmark
Darling Harbour dining
4800 ft
Gallery
Art Gallery of New South Wales
1.4
mi
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
1.3
mi
Zoo
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
4800 ft
Landmark
Sydney Harbour
2.2
mi
Museum
Hyde Park Barracks Museum
4300 ft
Landmark
Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck
4300 ft
Shopping Area
Central Park
2300 ft
Planetarium
Sydney Observatory
1.3
mi
Public Building
Sydney Town Hall
4300 ft
Museum
Madame Tussauds Sydney
4800 ft
Landmark
The Mint
4300 ft
Mall
The Rocks
1.5
mi
Museum
Australian Museum
4300 ft
Event hall
International Convention Centre Sydney
4800 ft
Landmark
The Goods Line
2300 ft
Gallery
White Rabbit Gallery
4700 ft
Harbour
Cockle Bay Wharf
4800 ft
Nearby
Museum
Anzac Memorial
1900 ft
Restaurants
Chat Thai Haymarket
800 ft
20 Campbell St Haymarket
East Ocean Restaurant
700 ft
Stanley House 421-429 Sussex St Haymarket
Marigold
400 ft
683-689 George Street
Golden Century
1000 ft
393-399 Sussex St
Market Grill
100 ft
661-663 George St 2 Quay St
Palace Hotel Sydney since 1877
400 ft
730-742 George St Haymarket
Emperor's Garden
600 ft
96-100 Hay St Haymarket
Mr Meng Chongqing
300 ft
9/13 Hay St Haymarket
Yumei Japanese Restaurant
600 ft
Capital Square Building
Milliore Korean Restaurant
600 ft
Shop G10 730 George St Haymarket
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
7.5
7.5/10 based on 1393 reviews
Jamie
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is ideally located within walking distance of major stations, making it easy to explore Sydney's attractions. While the rooms were immaculately clean with incredibly cozy beds, the noise from the street was a drawback that we had to manage by using air fresheners. The service was efficient, although not overly warm or welcoming. The dining options were basic, with limited offerings, but the convenience of the location made up for it.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were really clean with super comfy beds, although the noise from the street required us to use air fresheners.
Service
7.0
The service was efficient, but lacked a personal touch. The staff did attend to our needs promptly.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, within easy reach of major stations and attractions, offering great value for money.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were very plain with limited choices, but the convenience of the location made up for it.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities that serve the purpose, although nothing extraordinary was noted.
Chris
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers nicely fitted and clean rooms, spacious for single or couple travelers, though a refurbishment is needed. The beds are comfortable, providing a clean and cozy stay. The service is top-notch, particularly with the accommodating and helpful assistant manager Max. The location is excellent, within walking distance to Darling Harbour and with easy access to city activities. However, the dining experience leaves much to be desired, being at another venue almost 100m away.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nicely fitted and clean, offering a comfortable bed.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with the staff going above and beyond to ensure a stress-free and enjoyable stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, right in the heart of China Town and close to Darling Harbour.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was at another hotel almost 100m away, which was a bit inconvenient.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers a range of facilities to enhance the stay.
Great location
Dining inconvenience
Jim
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.0/10
The hotel met our needs perfectly, being very clean and spacious in a very convenient position. However, some noise disturbances from neighboring rooms affected our stay.
Rooms
8.0
The lounge room area with a fold-out sofa bed and a separate bathroom was clean and comfy, with a nice balcony and down lights, providing all the necessary amenities.
Service
7.0
The staff, including the manager, receptionists, and housekeeping, were all very helpful during our stay. However, there were some instances of unprofessional handling of situations and a lack of customer service training.
Location
8.0
The hotel is excellently located close to the Capital Theatre, Central Station, and great eateries and shopping spots, making it easy to access from the airport via public transit.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was limited, as the available food options were not outstanding. The separate location for dining across the street had very limited offerings.
Facilities
The hotel did not offer standout facilities, but it covered the basics adequately for a comfortable stay.
Geoff
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is in a convenient location in Chinatown and close to CBD and townhall, with easy access to good eating establishments and Paddy's markets. The rooms are a bit small, with limited floor space and darkness even during the day due to nearby buildings. The service was helpful, offering advice and assistance for amenities like Wi-Fi. The dining experience covered the basics but lacked outstanding options. Overall, a hotel with potential for improvement in certain areas.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are quite small, with limited floor space and darkness during the day.
Service
8.0
The service was helpful and provided advice on amenities like Wi-Fi.
Location
8.0
Convenient location in Chinatown and close to CBD and townhall, with access to dining and markets.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience covered the basics but lacked outstanding options.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities offered basic services but room for improvement in certain areas.