I stayed here for a week in one of the shared bathroom rooms and it worked out much better than expected. Depending upon your perspective, some would find the room's decor outdated; I found it charming and full of character. At night, it was pleasant to come back to flowers in the room and a chocolate on the pillow. The... More

We had three nights in Sydney staying at the Russell, location is perfect, 2 minutes to Circular Quay which makes it so easy to get to from the airport. Staff were welcoming and very helpful for the duration of our stay. Robyn in particular was really helpful. The Hotel has so much character as it is in the historical Rocks... More

If all you are interested in is location, this is the small hotel for you. We were able to get a deluxe ensuite room for two nights, at a very reasonable price. However, I would agree with others that the breakfast is barely adequate, the floors creak loudly, and the ups and downs and narrow hallways make moving your luggage... More

We stayed three nights and found it exceptionally well - located as we caught train to/from airport. This was an opportunity to show a Canadian visitor Sydney and thehotel was a great starting point for each day's activities. The room was clean and well - supplied but backed onto a linen cupboard and the creaks were loud as the building... More

I stayed for two nights with my two children. The hotel was perfectly adequate. Our room was lovely and relatively quiet. The sitting area is a real gem. I looked into some other rooms (especially the single ones in the corridor leading to reception) and would never stay in them. One would hear every step on the creaky floorboards and... More

A very nice little hotel with plenty of character but still simple, clean and with all the basic needs covered. Wi-fi was at an extra of $5 for 24 hours. Breakfast was mostly continental except for boiled eggs as the only cooked item. Staff were very nice and helpful and delivered a chocolate every evening! The location was ideal, and... More

We had a short weekend away and was lucky enough to get a room for one night! We chose the shared bathroom option and it worked out well! The rooms are super clean, beds have quality sheets and very comfy! Bath towels are also good quality. It is run by very efficient and friendly staff who are more than helpful... More

We stayed for three nights and it was brilliant. V comfortable bed, great service. Street noise a bit of an issue if you are a light sleeper, no more than any other hotel in the CBD though. I bought ear plugs = no problems!

After a very long flight and a stressful trip we were very pleased to arrive at The Russell. Very friendly staff, comfy, clean and an excellent, excellent location!! We stayed in one of the small rooms with the shared bathroom and it was all very pleasant. Breakfast was a little disappointing with no full cooked breakfast on offer but it... More