The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve walked past this building countless times over the years – you know that grand old GPO building right in the heart of Martin Place? Well, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney has basically transformed this heritage icon into something pretty spectacular. I mean, they’ve managed to keep all that 1920s architectural drama (those soaring ceilings, the intricate stonework) while creating what’s honestly one of the most impressive hotel experiences in the CBD.

The location is just… well, it’s perfect if you actually want to be in the thick of things. You’re literally steps from Circular Quay – I’m talking a genuine five-minute walk to the ferries and the Opera House. And here’s something most people don’t realize: you can cut through the building itself as a shortcut between Martin Place and the harbor, which locals have been doing for decades. The hotel sits right above Wynyard Station too, so if you’re coming from the airport, the train drops you practically at the front door. What really impressed me though was how they’ve handled the noise factor – given you’re right in the financial district, you’d expect street noise, but the rooms are surprisingly quiet, especially the ones facing the internal courtyard.

The rooms themselves have this really thoughtful blend of old-world elegance and modern comfort. The bathrooms are particularly well done – marble everywhere, but not in that cold, sterile way. Actually, the whole place has this warm, lived-in luxury feel that’s hard to find in Sydney these days. The service feels genuinely personal too, not just polished but actually helpful. I watched the concierge help a guest plan a walking route to Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair that avoided the construction near the Botanic Gardens – that kind of local knowledge you can’t fake. The restaurant downstairs (it’s in the old banking chamber, which is pretty cool) serves solid modern Australian fare, though honestly, with this location you’re spoiled for choice. Chinatown’s ten minutes south, The Rocks is north, and you’ve got everything from hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese to hatted restaurants within walking distance.

Here’s what really sets it apart from other five-star places in Sydney – it doesn’t feel like you’re in a bubble. You’re staying in a piece of the city’s history, right where people actually work and live and move through daily. The 8.8 rating makes sense when you experience it – it’s not perfect (the elevators can be slow during peak times, and parking is pricey like everywhere in the CBD), but it delivers on the things that actually matter. If you’re the type who wants to feel connected to Sydney rather than isolated from it, this place gets it right.

Rooms

• Tower Superior King Room with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Tower Superior Twin Room with 2 full beds for 3 adults, 2 children
• Executive Deluxe King Room – Club Access with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Executive Suite – Club Access with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Tower Premium King Room – High Floor with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Heritage Deluxe King Room – Low floor with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Tower Premium Twin Room – High Floor with 2 full beds for 3 adults, 2 children
• Heritage Deluxe Twin Room – Low Floor with 2 full beds for 3 adults, 2 children
• Tower Deluxe Twin Room – Mid Floor with 2 full beds for 3 adults, 2 children
• Heritage Superior King Room – Low floor with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Tower Deluxe King Room – Mid Floor with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Deluxe King Suite – Club Access with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Executive Superior King Room – Club Access with 1 king bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Executive Deluxe Twin Room – Club Access with 2 full beds for 3 adults, 2 children

Reviews

• Exceptional! – Krystyna from Poland (9/10)

  Super helpful personnel, very good breakfast, large room, good and well-equipped bathroom, luggage storage overnight

• Great hotel with impeccable service and location – Julie from Australia (9/10)

  The Service from every staff member was amazing

• Great couple of days – June from France (9/10)

  Fantastic hotel and having a room with the club lounge access was superb. Friendly and attentive staff.

• Best hotel but being woke and having work noise put bad taste on visit – Stephen from Australia (9/10)

  Location it is our favourite hotel

• Great old lady of Sydney. – Rudolph from New Zealand (8/10)

  Great business hotel

• Exceptional – Simcock from Australia (9/10)

  Beautiful room and fabulous central location.

• A quick stay but made very comfortable, and in a great location in the CBD. – Belinda from Australia (9/10)

  The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. All staff would greet you with a smile and was always very willing to help. I had one very lovely staff member from The Bar remember who we were and made sure that we were happy with everything.

• Amazing everything. – Kate from Australia (9/10)

  Everything it's stylish lush and breakfast OMG! 5 star.

• My new favourite Hotel in Sydney – Mcbride from Australia (9/10)

  Great bath and the location was awesome. Love the history of the building and the information on the TV telling you about it, Would have LOVED to do the heritage tour but didnt have time unfortunately

• Relaxing, clean Hotel. Buffet amazing all. Staff conscientious and helpful. – Paul from Australia (9/10)

  Clean, serviced close to Metro, attractions and shops

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