The Select Inn Ryde

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about The Select Inn Ryde? It’s actually tucked away on Victoria Road in this quiet residential pocket that feels miles from the city chaos, even though you’re only about 20 minutes from the CBD. I mean, Ryde isn’t exactly where most tourists plant their flag, but that’s honestly part of its charm – you get this authentic suburban Sydney experience without the tourist markup.

The hotel itself sits in what used to be a much sleepier part of town, but Ryde’s been quietly transforming over the past few years. There’s this fantastic Vietnamese bakery just a short walk down Victoria Road (locals queue up there every morning), and you’re practically around the corner from Ryde Park, which is perfect if you need to shake off jet lag with a proper walk. The 4-star rating feels about right – it’s not trying to be the Shangri-La, but everything works the way it should, and the staff actually seem to know the neighborhood well enough to point you toward the good coffee spots.

What I really appreciated was how they’ve nailed the practical stuff that can make or break a stay. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward – no theatrical lobby experience, just efficient people who knew what they were doing. The rooms are clean and thoughtfully laid out, though I’ll be honest, if you’re expecting harbour views, you’re in the wrong postcode. But the beds are genuinely comfortable (I’m particular about this), and the Wi-Fi actually works properly, which… well, you’d be surprised how often that’s not the case. Parking’s available too, which is huge if you’re planning to explore beyond the inner city – Ryde’s perfectly positioned for day trips to the Northern Beaches or the Blue Mountains.

The whole area comes alive during the day but settles into this peaceful residential quiet by evening, so you’ll sleep well. I found myself walking down to the waterfront along the Parramatta River more evenings than not – it’s only about ten minutes and gives you these lovely views back toward the city. There’s something oddly satisfying about staying somewhere that feels like real Sydney life rather than tourist Sydney life, you know? Plus, the train station’s close enough that getting into the city center is actually easier than from some of the more “central” hotels where you’re fighting crowds just to get to transport. The 8.6 rating makes sense to me – it’s the kind of place that doesn’t wow you with marble lobbies or champagne service, but delivers solidly on what matters most when you’re trying to get a good night’s sleep and explore a city properly.

Rooms

• Standard Queen Room with 1 queen bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Deluxe Family Room with 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Triple Room with Golf View with 3 twin beds for 3 adults, 2 children
• Deluxe Twin Room with 2 queen beds for 4 adults
• City Escape Room – Adults only with 1 queen bed for 2 adults
• Sweet Queen Room – Adult Only with 1 full bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Enjoyed staying at the Select Inn. Well situated, clean and very helpful staff. – Patricia from South Africa (9/10)

  The Management and Staff were excellent.
  
  Peter went over and above to assist us when we needed to extend out visit.
  
  Highly recommend to anyone that is looking for accommodation in the area.

• Exceptional – Kimberley from Australia (9/10)

  It was close to everything

• Our new GO-TO for Sydney – Fualole from Australia (9/10)

  The rooms were comfortable and serviced daily. The service/reception were very helpful and informative. Loved the view from our window even though we were on the ground floor. Shame we didn't get to use the pool due to the weather, but definitely next time.

• Very Good – Dean from Australia (8/10)

  GREAT CLEAN COMFORTABLE WITH FANTASTIC BATHROOM AND LIGHTING

• We enjoyed our stay and it valued for money – Maree from Australia (9/10)

  We enjoyed our stay. The staff was friendly, service was good . Our room is on the ground floor and we can park our car Infront of the room which make travelling with young baby so much easier. Will definitely come back 😁

• We came for a sporting event and it suited our needs and was clean and convenient. – Linda from Australia (8/10)

  Handy location, nice renovated bathroom, clean, roomy

• Highly recommended.. – Renelyn from Australia (9/10)

  My family stayed in Select Inn Ryde Hotel for 2 nights. The room was very clean and smells really good. Beds are comfortable. We put out the sign the sign to get our our room cleaned and to get fresh towels the next morning and they didnt disappoint us. The man in the reception was very helpful and and suggested a great way for my family to get to Circular Quay without having to drive in the busy and confusing Sydney road.
  Location is near Maccas and had a korean restaurant on site which my family enjoyed. It is few mins drive to the shopping centre and to the train and ferry station. Wifi is fast and great.
  Highly recommended.

• . – Rabia from Australia (8/10)

  Very clean

• Excellent – Joanne from Australia (9/10)

  Very Clean Comfortable Great view of Golf Course out the window. And right next door to the Beautiful Golf Course. I would definitely recommend it

• We had a great stay. The room was clean, modern and spacious. – Aaron from Australia (9/10)

  Freshly renovated.

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