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Reviews of Royal Exhibition Hotel 3.5 stars

86 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills, 2010 Sydney, Australia

#22 of 62 B&Bs and Inns in Sydney

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1129 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The flood lights illuminating the hotel were kept on all night making the room rather light for sleeping.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is some noise at night but nothing too noisy. There are earplugs in case your sleep is light.

    The location of the hotel was pretty convenient. The central station is just in front of the hotel and there is also a tram stop a few blocks away. Although the hotel and the rooms are old, they were clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    7.0
    Great locale and good atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was some late noise - 3 am but I was warned by staff and they did put earplugs in room - did not really mind the sirloin steak ( special) I ordered for dinner was not great The room was kinda odd so tv was miles away form the bed It was kind of expensive for what you get as a solo traveller - though much better value if there was two people

    Great locale for an early train trip to catch an early flight. Good pub feel and beers on tap. Easy to book. Reasonable value if two travellers

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    7.0
    this hotel is perfect for small permanence for visiting the city because it’s very near important things
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the room isn’t clean, the windows does’t open.

    the old style is very good in a modern city , it’s original.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    I was made very welcome from bar staff members..............
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Sorry see above

    Known fact of light rail noise and frequent pedestrian crossing sound alert and extremely loud voices that eminated from outside of the adjacent Madison Hotel 24 hour sports bar, thank you for the earplugs , however my stay for the week I became used to all but the early hours loud voices across the street as I don't cope with ear plugs. , not the Hotels fault !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi is terrible 😑

    Everything was good 👍🏻 especially the location, service room and employees

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Light rail is continually noisy.

    Nice decor

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Convenient and comfortable for travellers with rail, tram and bus connections.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was no water at all for 15 minutes on one morning at 7.15am which meant you could not shower, the toilet would not refill etc. Also the internet is abysmally slow which is not acceptable for a room in this day and age costing around $200 per night. I think Australia Post snail mail is quicker!

    Very good location with access to a range of public transport but also within easy walking distance of things to see. Double glazed windows so the room was quiet. Plent of place to eat and also buy groceries, coffees etc. quick acccess 24hr with proximity key

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Great location, friendly staff. Definitely stay again .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a little noisy as we were on the corner.

    Location was great, close to the station and light rail made it easy to get around Sydney. Staff were friendly and helpful. Our meals were great and not expensive. Room was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were going to Mardi Gras! Location was perfect for accessing light rail and nearby restaurants. Staff were very helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower needs a good scrub

    Noise was high but given the location noise was factored

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    7.0
    Well located budget accom.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The accom is fairly basic, but you get what you pay for.

    The hotel is brilliantly located for a rail travel enthusiast. The accom cost is good and the staff helpful. The TV worked this time.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lacking a microwave oven. And the Wi-Fi was the worst I've experienced in probably over a decade. As slow as old dial up. That's unacceptable in this day and age.

    Great location. Surprisingly quiet and comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    7.0
    Convenient if you are really busy and just need a place to crash
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air con was really noisy and you can’t open windows so you had to have it on The curtains in my room didn’t block out the light from the neon sign outside and that kept me awake Bed was ok but a bit springy

    Location great rooms very clean and well maintained

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    6.0
    Best of a motley lot in the $200 a night range
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed comfortable, but with only a doona-filled sheet, had to be dismantled to remove doona to cope with a warm night. Lots of street noise.

    Location good for connections to public transport. Pub grub at reasonable price is a plus. Room was roomy with a good desk to work on.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    6.0
    Great location, good room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Flood lights outside our window with very average curtains. Check in was poor, lack of ease, left waiting in the bar for 10 minutes.

    Excellent location, so close to the train station.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    We will be back. !!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    I WAS WORRIED ABOUT THE NOISE FROM THE STREET WHEN WE ARRIVED BUT AFTER 11 PM IT ALL STPPPED. DIDN'T HEAR A THING AFTER THAT.

    We were more than satisfied with everything. Many thanks.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    7.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bathrooms need better cleaning and wasn't able to drop luggage off for storage before 9am on weekend

    Location was perfect, friendly staff good sized rooms with AC - rooms are basic but have everything needed for a weekend. Close to Surry Hills and 2 mins from Central Station without the noise.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    7.0
    Great location, ideal for a short stay.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Expected train noise due to location but Air conditioner was also very noisy. Perhaps this needs to be repaired. Ear plugs were provided on the nightstand.

    Great location. Clean and well appointed room. Easy check in at bar. Friendly staff. Easy access to upper levels in lift. Room was modern with traditional touches.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was perfect for easy access to central station or light rail, and it makes an excellent base to explore the city.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    6.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Trams passing by would make the bed shake

    Close to central station.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    8.0
    Will stay again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only thing wrong was the room didn't have an iron & ironing board

    Staff were very helpful and friendly. Bed was so comfy, Shower was powerful and hot. Greta place to stay

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    7.0
    Affordable, accomadation with public transportation right on hand.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air conditioning. The system didn’t cool the second room.

    The location. Was easy to and from airport, concert and Circular Quay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    6.0
    It was convenient for Central Station and fulfilled a need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Less than enthusiastic welcome.

    Large, spacious room and comfortable bed

    Stayed in January 2024

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