Central Business District, Sydney, Australia
Straightforward chain hotel in Sydney's Central Business District
Walk to sights like Hyde Park, plus shops and restaurants, in minutes
Simple rooms with air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs
Park Suites have kitchenettes
Nearby train stations and bus stops make it easy to see the city
14-minute walk to Darling Harbour
Fabulous rooftop pool and sun deck with far-reaching views
Car parking is available for a daily fee
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property (up to 250 MB per day)
Some rooms are small and pick up street and interior noise
Rooms decor is bland and bathrooms look worn and dated
No restaurant or fitness center on-site
There are 122 rooms at this mid-range property that’s set
in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District. It’s a great location for
exploring the city, and the area is filled with shops and restaurants. Rooms
are fairly modern, if bland and compact, and some bathrooms look tired. The
big draw of this hotel is the rooftop pool and sundeck, which has fantastic
panoramic views of the city and the harbor. The hotel doesn't offer mush else, though, and it’s worth comparing with the
nearby Hyde Park Inn Sydney which has a restaurant on site, plus free parking
and breakfast.
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Scene
Basic and functional chain hotel
The building this simple, chain hotel occupies was once the tallest
residential building in Sydney. Now one of many high-rise blocks in the area, the hotel has a lobby that's welcoming but straightforward. It's a fairly small and narrow space
with a seating area and large stand of tourist information leaflets. Further
down the hall is the reception desk where staff dressed in smart uniforms check guests in and out of the hotel. The atmosphere is quiet and relaxed, and the property attracts a
mix of business and leisure guests looking for a city center hotel that won't
break the bank. Be careful, though, as many guests have reported rates booked without any deals that actually mean paying a steep price for what is essentially a no-frills place to rest at night.
Location
Near Hyde Park, with plenty to see and do right outside
Located in the Central Business District, between Hyde Park and Sydney
Town Hall, this hotel is on a busy intersection at Park Street and Pitt Street.
There are plenty of shops and restaurants close by, including a cafe at the hotel’s entrance. Public transport links are excellent, and there are several train stations within a short walk -- the nearest being Town Hall, which is a two-minute walk from the hotel. There are plenty of bus stops in the neighborhood
as well, making it easy to get around the city. There’s plenty to see and do within
walking distance of the hotel. Pitt Street
Mall is a two-minute walk, while it takes four minutes to walk to the ANZAC War Memorial in
Hyde Park and the Australian Museum. Darling Harbour, lined with eateries and shops, is a 14-minute walk from the hotel, and the Sydney Opera House and trendy The Rocks neighborhood are both about 10 minutes away by car or cab.
The Sydney
Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel depending on traffic.
Rooms
Basica rooms with air-conditioning and limited free Wi-Fi
At first glance, these rooms look bright and modern, but upon closer inspection, decor is generic and the overall style is bland. Guests can expect to see neutral decor with bright purple and orange touches in the soft furnishings. Bright satin pillows and bed runners aren't the freshest detail we've seen and they match the uninspired abstract art on the walls. Rooms are available in a range of
categories. Express Rooms are the smallest, and are designed for short stays -- there's little floor or closet space in these units. Premier Rooms are available in King,
Queen, Twin, or Triple configurations, and cater to a wider range of group sizes and guest types.
Executive Rooms have a king-size bed or two single beds, and a partial view of
Hyde Park. Park Suites are the largest option and have a separate lounge, small
kitchenette with microwave, and sofa bed. All rooms have air-conditioning, a
work desk, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, fridge, iPod dock alarm clocks, and free limited Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are small and
basic, and have only a shower stall. Some look worn and dated and
could use refurbishing. A hairdryer and toiletries are provided. It’s worth
noting that some rooms at the front of the hotel on lower floors can be
disturbed by traffic noise from the street outside, while guests in other rooms may hear their neighbors.
Features
Excellent rooftop pool and sundeck
The best feature of the Park Regis City Center is the fantastic rooftop
pool and sundeck. The rectangular pool is surrounded by lounge chairs and there
are potted plants and incredible 360 degree views over Sydney Harbour, Darling
Harbour, and the city. It’s a popular spot for guests to relax, especially
as the sun is going down. The
hotel has few other amenities, but car parking is available for a daily fee,
and there's also limited Wi-Fi (the first 250MB per day is free, after which
there’s a charge). The hotel also has a computer station which guests are
welcome to use.
