Top 12 Hotels With Early Check-In In Sydney, Australia - Updated 2024

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Sydney is the most beautiful, biggest, and oldest city in Australia and is the capital of the state of New South Wales. It is hardly surprising that the city is one of the most popular destinations for travelers from different parts of the world. While it offers all the excitement and pleasures of a large city, you simply cannot miss the famous golden beaches, including Manly and Bondi. Enjoy a ferry ride along the city’s shining harbor and marvel at the glittering Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Learn about the rich history of the Australian city by exploring historic buildings and cobbled and narrow laneways and visit some buzzing night markets. You can even visit the many restaurants that serve Sunday roasts in Sydney. This city also boasts some impressive museums, which are a must-visit when you are here. If you are planning to land early in the city, take your pick from these top hotels with early check-in in Sydney, Australia.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and availability of early check-in services. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 24, 2024.

1. Mercure Sydney (from USD 258)

Strategically positioned near Central Station, this hotel offers an array of amenities. For travelers seeking flexibility, early check-in is available from 8am at an additional 80 USD. If you don’t wish to pay an additional fee, you can leave your luggage at the concierge and explore the city until the usual check-in time.

Guests can unwind in the heated rooftop pool with stellar city vistas, recharge in the sauna, or train in the fitness center. Rooms feature USB ports, air conditioning, and modern bathrooms. Just a 10-minute walk from Chinatown and Darling Harbour, and a short train ride to iconic sites, its location is unmatched. Dining options abound at Platform 818 and Eve’s Bar.

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Mercure Sydney

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 818-820 George Street

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

2. Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central (from USD 198)

Located across from the famous Capitol Theatre, this hotel offers amenities including a lovely restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and an outdoor swimming pool. Situated conveniently on the edge of Chinatown it’s a walk of less than 10 minutes to both Darling Harbour and Sydney’s top shopping areas.

The hotel provides rooms with air conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. To make your stay more convenient there is a tour desk as well, a snack vending machine, and an elevator. Additionally, guests have the option to utilize laundry and dry cleaning services if needed.

If you wish to check in early, you can request the service and it will be considered depending on availability. Another alternative is to leave your luggage at the property while you head out for some exploration!

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Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central

Wifi Available

Address: 431 - 439 Pitt Street

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Terrace Non-smoking rooms Dry cleaning Internet services

3. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney (from USD 232)

To ensure early check-in, a room should be booked on the previous night. This 5-star hotel in Sydney tries to accommodate requests for early check-in if rooms are available.

Situated in Sydney CBD, the hotel enjoys proximity to Martin Place, Chinatown, and Darling Harbour. It offers luxurious accommodations with a fitness center, a bar, a restaurant, and free Wi-Fi. Rooms boast a unique decor and feature a flat-screen TV and other luxurious amenities. Spacious and elegant suites offer kitchenettes and dining areas.

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The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 Martin Place

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

4. Mantra Hotel at Sydney Airport (from USD 143)

If you are looking for where to stay in Sydney near the airport, then look no further! Booking a room at Mantra Hotel at Sydney Airport means you will be a short walk away from the T2 domestic terminal of Sydney Airport. Suitably appointed studio rooms are well-decorated and well-equipped with all amenities required for a relaxing stay, ranging from air conditioning to digital alarm clocks. Rooms feature a compact design and provide two single beds or a king-size bed. Other facilities include a restaurant, a bar, and 24-hour reception.

The hotel also offers the facility of early check-in for your comfort.

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Mantra Hotel at Sydney Airport

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 3 Ross Smith Avenue

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle

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Jo Henwood

Jo Henwood has been a Tour Guide since 1998, working primarily as a site Guide and Education Officer in many heritage sites around Sydney, building a rich understanding of Sydney’s history and culture, particularly around the Harbour. Jo is passionate about sharing stories about Sydney’s history, leading her own walking tours in Windsor and Liverpool, and women’s history tours of Sydney. Jo is an Accredited Storyteller with Australian Storytellers, an accredited Professional Guide with the Institute of Australian Tour Guides, and a member of Interpretation Australia and the Australian Folklore Network. She coordinates the Australian Fairy Tale Society. Jo’s qualifications include BA (Library Science), Tour Guiding Cert III, Grad Dip Museum Studies, Grad Cert Gifted Ed, and M. Cultural Heritage.

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5. Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour (from USD 280)

Enjoy a unique experience by booking a room at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, one of the best hotels in Sydney. You can admire some stunning views of the city skyline from here and access top-notch amenities such as a modern fitness center and a rooftop infinity swimming pool. The elegant property is a short ride to Sydney CBD, Circular Quay, and a few steps to International Convention Center. All rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV for entertainment. Bathrooms are decorated with superior-quality fittings. The hotel has a rooftop pool bar and two other well-stocked bars.

The property allows guests to check in early based on room availability. However, it’s recommended to book the night before if you plan to arrive early.

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Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 12 Darling Drive

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

6. YEHS Hotel Sydney CBD (from USD 136)

This four-star property is set in central Sydney. It is a short ride away from many major attractions, including Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay, and Harbour Bridge. It also enjoys proximity to shopping outlets, restaurants, and bars. Rooms here are beautifully furnished and equipped with air conditioning, an electric kettle, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom has a hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, and slippers for your comfort.

Guests may request early check-in while they are booking their rooms, but rooms will be allotted subject to availability.

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YEHS Hotel Sydney CBD

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 88 Liverpool Street

Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Lift Tour desk Heating Fax/photocopying Luggage storage

7. The Tank Stream (from USD 257)

The Tank Stream Hotel is within walking distance of Royal Botanic Gardens. It is also a quick ride from one of the most beautiful beaches in Sydney, Bondi Beach. The stylish hotel is set in Sydney CBD and is also close to Sydney Opera House, Pitt Street Mall, Wynyard railway station, and Circular Quay. Rooms boast the latest amenities, such as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, and a desk. The private bathroom includes complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a shower.

Early check-in is available at the hotel for a surcharge, provided that rooms are available. The property can store your luggage in case an early check-in cannot be accommodated.

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The Tank Stream Sydney

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 97 Pitt Street

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Dry cleaning

8. Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar (from USD 284)

If you are looking for a hotel with early check-in near Sydney Airport, then look no further. Constructed in 1917, Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar is within walking distance of Darlinghurst and Central Station and a 20-minute ride to Sydney Airport. Conveniences offered here include a lounge, a 24-hour front desk, and a tour desk. Located a few steps away from Oxford Street and Hyde Park, it features spacious air-conditioned apartments, which have a DVD player, a CD player, and a flat-screen TV. Each apartment also offers tea- and coffee-making facilities, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Early check-in requests are catered to when rooms are vacant at the hotel.

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Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar

Wifi Available

Address: 4 Wentworth Ave

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Non-smoking rooms

9. Great Southern Hotel (from USD 178)

Great Southern Hotel permits early check-in based on its room availability. In case rooms are available on arrival, guests can be checked in straight away at an additional fee of 20 USD.

Located in Sydney’s Central Business District, the hotel is set in a 19th-century historic building and is only a 5-minute walk from Central Station. It is also close to Darling Harbour, Queen Victoria Building, Capitol Theater, and Chinatown. It offers a bar, a restaurant, laundry services, and a 24-hour reception. Rooms are furnished and equipped with air conditioning, a desk, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and a refrigerator. It is also one of the best party hotels in Sydney.

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Queen Victoria Building

Travel trivia alert! Some key features of Sydney's Romanesque Revival Queen Victoria Building are two clocks hanging from the ceiling. One of the clocks is the Great Australian Clock featuring key times in Australian indigenous and colonial history. This attraction is just a 16-minute walk from Great Southern Hotel, so be sure to pay it a visit!

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Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 717 George Street

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Laundry

10. The Grand Hotel (from USD 147)

A pub-style accommodation, Grand Hotel Sydney is conveniently set in Sydney CBD. It is near the famous Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House, and Royal Botanic Gardens. In-room amenities include a TV with satellite channels, tea- and coffee-making facilities, an electric kettle, and a fridge. The property also comes with a bar and a maritime-themed pub. Ideal for budget travelers, it is also close to Wynard Train Station and Darling Harbour.

Guests can check in early subject to room availability.

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The Grand Hotel

7.1 User Rating

Address: 30 Hunter Street, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia, 2000

11. Sydney Boutique Hotel (from USD 166)

Darling Harbour is only 2 km (1.24 mi) from Sydney Boutique Hotel, which is located in the district of Darlinghurst in Sydney. This cheap hotel near Sydney CBD opened in 2017 and is close to Allianz Stadium and Capitol Theater. Guests can enjoy secure car parking, a bar, and free Wi-Fi while staying here. You will get to have a comfortable stay, as rooms here are equipped with a Smart TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Select rooms feature a balcony or a terrace.

The hotel can arrange for early check-in for an additional charge if rooms are available.

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Sydney Boutique Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 114 Darlinghurst Road

Parking Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Family rooms Internet services Express check-in/check-out Tour desk Luggage storage

12. QT Sydney (from USD 339)

A host of nightclubs and bars are within a five-minute walk from QT Sydney. The elegant property has a day spa, a cafe, and a restaurant for your convenience. Situated on the same site as the State Theatre Sydney and Gowings Department Store, it offers the finest facilities and amenities for guests. All rooms offer designer furnishings, luxurious bedding, a flat-screen TV, tea- and coffee-making facilities, a desk, and a sofa. Each room also features a bathroom with toiletries and a walk-in shower.

Check-in and check-out times are at 2 pm and 11 am respectively, and you can specifically request an early check-in before arrival. The request is subject to the availability of rooms.

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QT Sydney

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 49 Market Street

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

Enjoy a memorable vacation in Sydney

A vacation in Sydney will be memorable, as this city features many top attractions, including Sydney Harbour, museums, parks, and theaters. If you want to check in to your room immediately after reaching a hotel in Sydney, you will have to look for a property that offers early check-in. This list includes our recommendations on the top hotels with early check-in so that you can take a rest immediately after your arrival.

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