Two restaurants serve delicious lunch options at this historic Sydney hotel, where guests can later relax on the rooftop terrace with Circular Quay views
The Russell Hotel, in a charming historic building in central Sydney, offers continental breakfast, a garden, and a rooftop terrace. Enjoy varied lunch and dinner menus at two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected, and the library provides a quiet retreat.
Located in The Rocks, a neighborhood in Sydney, The Russell Boutique Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Susannah Place Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Don't miss out on a visit to Sydney Observatory. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like whale-watching. Visit our Sydney travel guide
143a George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 02000
What's nearby
Circular Quay
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Museum of Contemporary Art
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Overseas Passenger Terminal
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sydney Harbour Bridge
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Sydney Opera House
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Sydney Circular Quay Station
4 min walk
Wynyard Station
9 min walk
Sydney Airport (SYD)
25 min drive
Restaurants
Fortune of War
1 min walk
Mode Kitchen & Bar
2 min walk
The Rocks Café
1 min walk
The Ship Inn
3 min walk
Rossini Restaurant & Cafe
3 min walk
About this property
The Russell Boutique Hotel
Hotel near Museum of Contemporary Art
Located close to Circular Quay and Susannah Place Museum, The Russell Boutique Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a library. The on-site restaurant, Bistro 1828, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
A front-desk safe, concierge services, and luggage storage
ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Free toiletries and hair dryers
43-inch LED TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
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 available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: AUD 41 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 80.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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-authorize 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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is The Russell Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Russell Boutique Hotel?
As of 2026/4/24, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russell Boutique Hotel on 2026/4/25 start from NT$6,040, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at The Russell Boutique Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Russell Boutique Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Russell Boutique Hotel located?
Located in The Rocks, this hotel is steps from Museum of Contemporary Art, Susannah Place Museum, and Circular Quay. Sydney Visitors Information Centre and Overseas Passenger Terminal are also within 10 minutes. Sydney Circular Quay Station is only a 4-minute walk and Wynyard Station is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Russell Boutique Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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This Hotel is so close to everything. From check in with May , the Bar staff , the Restaurant staff , all were terrific and friendly. A very unique and well run Hotel all in its Heritage layout. Definitely stay again
Gorgeous boutique hotel. The executive room provided great space, fantastic bedding, a view of the harbor, and private bath. The location is perfect and walkable to several shops, taverns, and restaurants. Definitely recommended and would stay again.
We greatly appreciated our stay. Staff was wonderful. Location was wonderful.
The ladies and the gentleman that worked at the front desk were all extremely helpful.
The room we had was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed for our stay.
Also the included breakfast was very good and the staff working there were also very nice.
If we come back to Sidney we would come back to this hôtel.
The employees of this hotel are stellar examples of what we expect the behavior to be from top rate hotels. They were accomodating, friendly and knowledgable! I wish I was treated half as good at other places I've stayed! The hotel was clean and quaint, but had a lot of stairs on every level. The restaurant was worth breakfast.
Great place to stay in Sydney. Perfect for cruise ship passengers. 5 minute walk to ships. One negative - quite a few steps to get to your room and difficult with luggage.
A lovely hotel in a great location. All the staff were friendly and helpful. I stayed in room 9, which was a very large room just for 1 person. The room was clean, beautifully decorated and had great views. The only downside was it wasn't en-suite, but there were 3 shared bathrooms close by to this room.
Breakfast in the morning was in the bistro downstairs. There was plenty of seating, the staff were friendly and the breakfast selection was great (I enjoyed the big breakfast).
I would stay here again and highly recommend this hotel.
The hotel is located in the busy The Rocks area. This old hotel is well maintained. We stayed overnight to catch a cruise ship and the location was perfect. We used the back exit down the alley to The Nurses Walk for a smoother route to the ship. If you are traveling with lots of luggage ask for a room without stairs. There are lots of stairs as the rooms are split on half levels and down little hallways. Our room was #16 and the lift took us to the 2nd floor and it was just down the hall, same level.
There is no air conditioning and it can get quite warm. The overhead ceiling fan helped a great deal.
Breakfast was included with our room and it was plentiful, delicious and there were good selections. Service was excellent.
Comfortable room. Small bathroom (could use more space for toiletries). Very clean and nicely renovated. Amazing staff. Fabulous location. Good breakfast options. FYI, must be able to manage stairs to get to lobby and into room (for rm 19).
Justine
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ronald
2025/12/2
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and exceptionally comfortable. The hotel staff was extremely polite and friendly. The location of the hotel was very convenient