Harbour Rocks Hotel, Sydney

Kimkim team favorite · 4.5 (10 reviews) · Comfort
Historic hotel offering stylish accommodations, a fitness center, and Middle Eastern-inspired dining

Overview

Harbour Rocks MGallery Hotel is a charming heritage hotel conveniently located in Sydney's historic Rocks precinct. Just a short walk from iconic attractions like the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the Central Business District, this 5-star hotel offers a unique blend of history and modern comforts. Built in 1887 on the original grounds of Sydney Hospital, Harbour Rocks MGallery Hotel invites you to embark on a journey through time while enjoying its stylish and luxurious accommodations.

The hotel features 59 individually decorated guestrooms, each offering a distinctive character and a range of modern amenities. You'll enjoy a comfortable stay with pillowtop beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, and iPod docking stations. The hotel's heritage rooms and harbor view suite showcase elegant design and thoughtful touches like designer toiletries, sofas, bathrobes, and (with the suites) private terraces. 

The hotel offers a few on-site dining options, including the Tayim Restaurant, which uniquely blends modern and traditional Middle Eastern cuisine. Additionally, you'll find Eric's Bar, a sophisticated and welcoming spot perfect for enjoying a glass of boutique wine or a freshly made espresso. 

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +61 282209999
Hotel address icon 34 Harrington Street
Free wifi

Traveler Reviews

10 total ratings, 9 with reviews
4.5
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.8
Location
4.8
Staff
4.6
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.5
R
Ronald W. B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024
Nice boutique hotel and centrally located. However, the room we ended up getting was extremely small. Literally couldn't open up two suitcases at the same time. Read more

Nice boutique hotel and centrally located. However, the room we ended up getting was extremely small. Literally couldn't open up two suitcases at the same time.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2024
Herbert
Herbert S.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 30, 2024
Great location, but no elevator for a 3-story hotel. The stair challenged should secure a room on the first floor. Read more

Great location, but no elevator for a 3-story hotel. The stair challenged should secure a room on the first floor.

Location
In the middle of all the tourist activity.
Stayed in July 2024
Laura
Laura T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Excellent location; fantastic breakfast, great service!!! Read more

Excellent location; fantastic breakfast, great service!!!

Authenticity & Character
As soon as you walk in it was this warm feeling with a library in front, it's a modern feel but you immediately feel more than happy to sit down and chill.
Location
Close to everything. You can walk to Harbour Bridge, Waterfront and Opera House etc. It's perfectly located!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Super clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Christopher
Christopher J.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 25, 2024
Our stay at the Harbour Rocks Hotel in Sydney was incredible, especially because we could see the Opera House from our window. The location was excellent, making it really easy to walk around and see everything the city has to offer. The convenience and the view made our stay in Sydney truly memorable. Read more

Our stay at the Harbour Rocks Hotel in Sydney was incredible, especially because we could see the Opera House from our window. The location was excellent, making it really easy to walk around and see everything the city has to offer. The convenience and the view made our stay in Sydney truly memorable.

Location
Stayed in May 2024
Neal
Neal L.
Canada | Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024
Clean rooms , deck 2nd floor at back to sit outside , enjoy the sounds ,weather & just relax ,maybe have a beverage or read a book . Happy Hour was nice ,staff were very courteous . A few stairs to get to things . Good exercise but if mobility is a problem . Read more

Clean rooms , deck 2nd floor at back to sit outside , enjoy the sounds ,weather & just relax ,maybe have a beverage or read a book . Happy Hour was nice ,staff were very courteous . A few stairs to get to things . Good exercise but if mobility is a problem .

Authenticity & Character
Old building with lots of character !
Location
Very close to all of Sydney 's finest
Staff
Very kind & available
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were lovely & nice bedding
Stayed in January 2024
Frederick
Frederick P.
Dublin, OH | Reviewed on Feb 05, 2024
Perfect introduction to Sydney, extremely helpful staff! Read more

Perfect introduction to Sydney, extremely helpful staff!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Helpful and enthusiastic
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in January 2024
K
Karen B.
Wellington, FL | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2023
Great location, spacious with friendly customer service. Read more

Great location, spacious with friendly customer service.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It was close to the Opera House, Warf, restaurants and bars.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Except for having to "hook" the bathroom door to stay open.
Stayed in August 2023
Joan
Joan G.
Charlottesville, VA | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Great central city hotel with very helpful staff- quiet but near everything Read more

Great central city hotel with very helpful staff- quiet but near everything

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in January 2023
Linda
Linda P.
Baltimore, MD | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2022
Love the location and the service, front desk was super helpful Read more

Love the location and the service, front desk was super helpful

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2022

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +61 282209999
Hotel address icon 34 Harrington Street
Free wifi