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The Russell Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property

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Rooftop terrace
Basic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Serves lunch and dinner
Interior detail
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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143a George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 02000
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Overseas Passenger Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Design Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Room

  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Russell Boutique Hotel

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Museum of Contemporary Art
Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, concierge services and dry cleaning.
The Russell Boutique Hotel offers 28 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The Russell Boutique Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Circular Quay. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from Museum of Contemporary Art and Susannah Place Museum
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Russell Boutique Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sydney hotel.

Bistro 1828 – This cocktail bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fortune of War – This pub serves lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro 1828
  • Fortune of War

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1790
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 45 per day (66 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

Russell Hotel The Rocks
Russell The Rocks
The Russell Hotel
The Russell Hotel The Rocks
The Russell Boutique Hotel Hotel
The Russell Boutique Hotel The Rocks
The Russell Boutique Hotel Hotel The Rocks

Reviews

The Russell Boutique Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Everything was terrific, staff, food, room, position,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully restored bouquet hotel right on the harbour. Staff were so friendly & helpful, especially Alyssa.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth U

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Russell Boutique Hotel went through renovations in recent months and it shows nicely. The real standout was the excellent staff led by Val. My initial reservations about the location were replaced with delight as everyone made my short stay a pleasant and welcoming experience. Be aware that some rooms have a shared bathroom. The restaurant downstairs was convenient and the service was prompt and friendly. I enjoyed my meal and slept well. In the morning, May, the night staff, helped me log my luggage to the front for my Uber pickup. She was friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. I would stay there again.
Room
Popular flat white coffee
Beer battered fries and aioli dip
Delicious sticky brownie with ice cream and coffee sauce
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best location and a lovely hotel

This hotel is in a fabulous location in the Rocks and access to many attractions USA bonus. Lovely hotel but lots of stairs and managing luggage is difficult so next time I will use a backpack.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this little historic hotel in the middle of Sydney - such a lovely, personal feel and lux feeling rooms. Would definitely come bak again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmelo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place staff amazing walk from circular key and you have arrived. Class restoration on the old building looks amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food and service were rxempray
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sweet hotel with bar / restaurant underneath
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron James

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great find! Good room, smart, well appointed. Staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

dorothea, Sydney

N/a
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally friendly and efficient staff, perfect location for public transport.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building has been so beautifully renovated with careful attention to every detail. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, the staff warm and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. The location cannot be beaten. Loved every aspect of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with excellent breakfast and attentive staff. Only drawback was that our room door was not very soundproof so we heard everything that went on in the hallway but would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old world charm. Elevator to upper floors but several steps up and down between rooms. Missed that it was shared bathroom but no-one was nextdoor so not an issue. Staff were amazing. Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable

Very convenient location ,friendly staff ,comfy bed, hot shower & yummy breakfast. Beautiful roof top area to sit & have a coffee in the morning sun.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay in a great spot in town. Everywhere was very clean, well maintained and beautifully decorated. The shower pressure was great. My room didn't have the best view (it was of a wall) but I booked last minue on the day so probably didn't get the best room. Would definitely stay again and maybe upgrade!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central and historic location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross, West Ulverstone

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms in a perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall we had a great stay at the Russell boutique hotel. Conveniently located for what we required for the weekend. Parking right next door. Circular and the Rocks on our doorstep. Staff were very polite and welcoming. Our room was beautiful, comfortable and clean, a credit to the very recent refurbishment, and although no view and no seating in our room, this was made up for with the beautiful roof top balcony only steps away from our room. Breakfast was included in our stay and was cooked to order from the menu. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary, Gainesville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked the hotel in March, I booked an economy double room. When I arrived, I was told that the room do not have a shower or toilet - that it had a shared toilet and shower. I showed them my booking and receipt that says nothing about a shared toilet or shower. They also told me they don't even have an economy double - the rooms all had names. They put me in a room with an en-suite for a few hundred more per night. I have learned that the hotel "reopened" in May, which I presumed was responsible for the change in price. They told me I would have to take it up with Expedia which I did but Expedia said there was nothing they could do. I believe the hotel should have honored the Expedia reservation at the price I paid for a room where amenities were listed as "bathroom." I was also told that breakfast was included but two mornings worth of breakfast was included in the bill - I have reached out to the hotel, but they have not answered. My advice: the hotel is lovely but make sure you deal directly with the hotel and get it in writing what you are paying for
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a very comfortable stay. Very clean and newly renovated. The breakfast was yummy too. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025