Devere Hotel - Potts Point

The hotel is one without a lot of flair, but is friendly, conveniently placed, and provided us with exactly what we needed. And the price is right for the value we received.

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I wasn't sure what to expect reading the reviews, but overall I had a pleasant stay at the Devere. The staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. I cannot stress that enough - my highest praise. My room was very comfortable and quiet enough even though it faced McLeay St. (a busy road). The sketchiness of the so-called 'red light' district is exaggerated […] in other reviews - at least in comparison to other major cities around the world. I felt completely safe walking to and from the Kings Cross Metro station at all hours. The neighborhood is actually more upscale than I was expecting and you can easily take Victoria Street to the King's Cross Station if you have children or just want to avoid that area. It is really pretty tame and filled with nice dining spots, tourist shops, and sidewalk cafes. If you need to get to/from the airport - I highly recommend the shuttle service. The front desk helped me arrange it. Read more

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The location is a bit far from the center, but in a street full of bars and restaurants, and a few blocks away from the subway. The room was a little bit small, but with a nice view, comfortable, and always clean. The staff was awesome, very nice and friendly. I highly recommend it for young travelers who don't mind the short walk to the main part of […] the city. Read more

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Single Travelers booking single room beware. Single rooms with single bed are too small for even one person. No chair and no room to store luggage.

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WE AND OUR FRIENDS HAD SOME PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITION AND THE TELEPHONE AND NOBOBY HELPED US TO FIXED IT. IN THE FRONT DESK SOME ATTENDANTS WERE AGRESSIVE WITH THEIR ANSWERS AND WITH A LOSS OF COURTESY.

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The hotel is not 3.5 stars. 2.5 at best. I arrived in Kings Cross not realizing that it's the red light district. That was fine, but would be a BIG issue for anyone uncomfortable with that, or anyone with kids. I was staying for 4 nights and it was reasonably priced (the most reasonable in Sydney, actually, so I'm not complaining about the value!), […] but the room had a tiny window that made it feel like a prison, or a mental hospital. I asked after the first night to switch to a room with a bigger window, and while they couldn't for the 2nd night, they were VERY nice and switched me to a room with a twin bed (i didn't mind - it was just me), but with a nice, big window. That made all the difference. So the staff was lovely and accomodating, but the room was kind of icky (there was gum under my bed and dirt in the shower), the location was okay, but hey - the price was right! Oh - and wifi costs extra, so remember that! Read more

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Everything was good except Internet. It should be included in the price of the hotel room.

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I had stayed at the Devere when I arrived in Sydney to begin my vacation. Not only did this hotel meet my expectations, but it exceeded them as well. So it was a no brainer to stay there again to close out my vacation. Instead of a standard room, I choose a room with a kitchenette. It was very spacious, and they also provided a microwave oven with a […] fridge as well. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable just like at home. I would recommend highly the Devere to anyone travelling to Sydney, based on the convenient location, supermarkets and many restaurants nearby, the helpful staff, the quality of the room, and that staying there is definitely worth the money you spend on this hotel. Read more

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Close to city ...excellent restaurant , one favorite is German bakery ...friendly people

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Old building with renovated rooms. Overall good value. Close to metro station. Tip: We had a great home made soups and food in 'continental Deli' small deli store a block away from the hotel on the way to the metro station.

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I enjoyed my stay at the Devere Hotel. The location was great- close to the subway(train station) . The room was very clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Having internet access and laundry services was also an added convenience. I plan to stay there again. The rates are reasonable - definitely worth the money.

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Overall, I'd stay here again and I think I got decent value for money. The room was small and the chairs were not at all comfortable. There was a fridge and tea kettle but no drawers to put clothing in. The wireless was included in the room and was quite reliable with adequate speed. The location of the hotel is quite convenient to the CBD and several […] food shops, however there are enough backpacker hostels and adult nightclubs/shops that I wouldn't wander around by myself after dark. (During the day it was perfectly nice.) If you're just looking for a place to sleep, this is a good choice in hotels. If you're expecting a lot of lounging comfort and spa services, find somewhere else. Read more

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We stayed there for two nights during our visit in Sydney. It's only 5 minutes walk to King Cross train station. Bus stops are in front of the hotel. Since Sydney has a pretty good public transportation system, it really helps. The location is just a few blocks away from the red light district. If you are looking for naughty fun at night, it may be […] good for you. I really don't see how this hotel can be 3 stars. Our room is very dated. We felt like sleeping in a low grade motel. Paint are peeling out. Windows cannot be opened and actually behind an outside wall. Water pressure is low in the shower. No free Internet. Bed sheets are clean. Has it own private bathroom. It is better than those backpacker hostels. It has all the basic things in the room. The front desk staff are quite friendly and helpful. The price is inexpensive for the Sydney hotel average. I guess you get what you pay for. Good for budget travel. We most likely will consider some other places if we visit Sydney again. Read more

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The hotel is dated and collection of buildings that are not on same floors so that even though you take an elevator to your floor your room will have narrow stairs to it.

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There was blood on the bathroom wall and roaches in the hallway. Our room smelled like mold as it was next to the plant room(whatever that is). Our room was on the first floor next to alley. We were woken up every morning at 7am by trash trucks (including on New Years day). The hotel was in a very shaddy part of town and is more of a 1 and a half star […] hotel Not. A 3 Star Hotel. Upon check out we asked for help with our luggage as there were no elevators, they weren't able to help us as they had no extra help. This was the worst experinece of our lives. If you want to ruin your experience in Sydney then be sure to stay at this big dissapointment for a hotel. Read more

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I have to say I paid for a 4 star price for a 2 star hotel. The room was nothing more then a full size bed with a bathroom. Barely enough room to manuver around. The location of the hotel was on the border line seedy to convient. Won't be stay here on my next trip to Sydney.

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This hotel was in a good location. I could walk to the Botanical Gardens, Opera House, and Circular Bay. There was also a bus stop across the street and the train nearby as well. I took two tours which picked me up right from the hotel. The hotel is a bit old but for the price and location it was great.

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Our small/quite compact 3rd floor VIEWLESS room (the one window did 'look out' upon an unattractive building wall) unfortunately also backed the single hotel lift so we heard the passage of all lift journeys. However, because we were usually out during our two day stay, we adapted to this undesired disturbance. Both the front desk and maid service were […] quite satisfactory. Kings Cross Station is within walking distance, but clser bus #311 required pre-paid tickets which inconvienced us until we permanently changed to train service, making any necessary line changes. Our next Sydney visit we'll opt for a more expensive (but more central) hotel in the Rocks/Circular Quay area which was so much more central to our wanted activities. The hotel helped us with our airport shuttle, calling several times to guarantee our prepaid departure pickup. The hotel lobby was cozy and attractive. Only while waiting for the shuttle did we discover the common hotel restrooms and dining room on the 5th floor. Unfortunately, the adjacent Indian restaurant had already closed down so we had to venture further out our first night but then also returned quite tired. The small kitchenette provided evening & morning coffee and room service brought requested ice. Given expensive hotel prices in Sydney, we were NOT that dissatisfied with the DeVere and would conditionally recommend it to others. We sensed that some clientel were very satisfied repeat customers looking for good value @ DeVere. Read more

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The hotel was not far from an adult entertainment area. However, it was conveient to mass transit and was itself clean and comfortable. It was certainly reasonably priced and well worth the price.

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I wish we had booked at the Devere for our first 2 nights in Sydney! We spent more money on a far less impressive Sydney hotel on the front end of our 3 week vacation to Australia but lucked out with the Devere for the last 2 nights down under. Compare Expedia rates to those found in Frommers: Australia 2011...and you know you're getting a good deal. […] However, I would suggest making sure that you request one of their "new rooms"...with a Queen bed. In spite of being a stones-throw from one of the most happening streets in Sydney, our room was nice, quiet and comfortable. We had a 32"+ LCD televison, wall-mounted AC and a nice sized bathtub. I wish we had had the same room (at the same price) in all of the places we stayed throughout the trip. Oh and I almost forgot, the Devere has the coolest internet arrangement for guests staying in the new rooms. PRIOR to my stay at the Devere, I had to spend $2-3 for 15-20 min. at every internet cafe and hotel in the entire country. At the Devere, in the room I was given, I had FREE unlimited wi-fi and unrestricted access to the lobby's 2 guest PC's. Their connection was fast too....the fastest we had in 3 weeks. If you're wondering why there seems to be an emphasis on couples without children, it's because of the rockin' King's Cross (KX) nightlife right around the corner. I wouldn't really say it's in a Red Light DIstrict, but one would not have to look very hard to find "adult entertainment" if one were so inclined. Read more

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The rooms are not the greatest but the hotel works well at this price, is close to all amenities, and is in a great location

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Room was quite spacious but I felt the air-conditioner was a bit too dusty. Location of hotel is OK, walking distant from Kings Cross station. Despite being surrounded with convenient stores, I felt the surrounding neighbourhood isn't as safe, because just along Darlinghurst st, there're a lot of (sleazy) bars and adult shops, which I think it's not […] safe if you are travelling alone. But it's gd to know 'the other side' of Australia.. Read more

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The Hotels location is great. You have easy access to public transport. Everything is within walking distance. The rates are cheap compare to other similar hotels. The room i had was large and bright although a bit outdated. The main reason why i booked it was the cheap price and the location. Overall i think you get what you pay for. Staff is really […] friendly and helpful at all times. Read more

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The staff at the Devere Hotel were very friendly and welcoming. I had been booked at a 'lodge' (ie: dump) round the corner. I just walked in to the Devere, took one look at the room, and made the booking right away. They were very helpful, and I even managed to get a discount by booking through Hotels.com on my phone while stood in reception. The room […] was clean and well set up, if a little in need of refurbishment. And the lift didn't always work. But for what you get the Devere Hotel is excellent value for money. Read more

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I've stayed in nicer rooms when I've gotten a single at a hostel. The sheets had a huge stain (appeared to be blood - gross!). The room was tiny - barely big enough for a single bed - I couldn't even fit my suitcase on the floor to open it. But it was functional and air conditioned. Could have been worse.

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Rooms were quite comfortable and clean and the staff is quite friendly.

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It's a strange rabbit-warren of a building, with the smallest elevators in the known universe, but the rooms are always clean and the staff friendly. This time I was in a "Bayview" room, though that label over-states it a bit. Through one window a tiny patch of Sydney Harbour was glimpsed in between neighbouring buildings, and through the other window […] you could look at the building next door. At least the windows open to let in fresh air, as the rooms sometimes seem stuffy. Read more

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Clean room! The room was good sized and comfortable. Very close to everything and a decent breakfast buffet with a good spread on the 5th floor for half off. Friendly staff. Closest to Kings Cross Transit and Elizabeth Bay. I walked from the hotel to the Sydney Opera house, very nice walk through the park took less than 30 min. I took the train back […] from Martin Street (only way) to Kings Cross. Hotel was of good value to the American Dollar. Read more

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A nice hotel in a location not too long a walk from teh main Sydney sites (and also on the open top bus route, which is handy). Feeling a little tired around the edges, but nothing that raises any issues. Very friendly and helpful staff. In room TV was positioned so that it couldn't be watched from the bed or chair, which was a slight annoyance and […] no more. Would happily use this hotel again. Read more

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Overall not too bad but room was small with limited space for clothes and carpet was dirty. Plus points were the reception desk staff who were very good and the room was quiet.

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I have stayed many times over thelast 3 years. Great staff, very clean rooms and a perfect location for the intent of my visits, business and some pleasure.

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The hotel is very old and needs a good renovation, however it was clean and the room was quite large. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.

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The Services and Marketing manager was outright rude and walked out on me several times while trying to have a conversation with him. the hotel was downright dirty, the bed had a large indent in the middle. We refused to stay in this hotel and therefore the Services manager got "angry" and was very rude to us. We didn't end up staying and lost our money. […] Do not go there! Read more

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Our stay was very short, but the location and the price were great. The hotel is a bit tired, but at the price we paid, so what?

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Booked a room for last night and i wish id just stayed in the hostel! I had better nights sleep in 10 bed mixed dorms. The hostel was so noisy between 1 and 3am there was a school group making noise in the corridor banging on doors swearing and shouting. Rang reception several times! No answer! Rooms were dated too beds not comfy.

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Good value for money and so central to all the transport and amenities. The fact of it being near the red light district didn't alter or affect our time there-all quite discrete and not 'in your face'. Staff were very helpful, room satisfactory for me and my son.

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Very good value and in a good location. I was actually pleasantly surprised. Quaint and cultural neighborhood with a nice farmer's market on Saturdays right down the street. Stayed in three different parts of Sydney during this trip and liked this area and hotel the best. It is a short walk to the harbor and gardens. Very nice restaurants and shops […] within walking distance. I heard that it can get loud in that part of town so I asked for a room that would be quiet and it was quiet. Read more

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For the price, this place is great!! Its tucked off the cross a couple blocks, and is relatively quiet. There are some great views of the harbor. I would definitely stay here again.

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I was in a room next to lift shaft that made the most horrendous noise everytime someone used it. I don't think I slept all night. It was very dated and scruffy.

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Overall, my stay at the Devere was good. The staff were friendly, my room was clean and I was upgraded to a larger room free of charge. It's a pretty basic, unglamorous hotel but it's in a great location within Potts Point.

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great location helpful staff fantastic breakfast buffet

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Although the hotel is older it had that old-world charm. We had a balcony room at the front. Was a wee bit noisy early in the evening but if you're people watchers like we are it was more interesting than bothersome. Everything quieted down after 10 pm and we didn't find it too noisy at all. The room was clean, comfortable and even had a squeaky floor […] which added to the charm IMO. Read more

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The location of this hotel was woderful. within walking distance from the train and Kings Cross, close to a convenience store and restaurants and shops. The staff were helpful and welcoming. The actual hotel is a bit of a 'rabbit warren' and even on one floor there may be a few stairs connecting corridors. The views from the windows are likely to be […] just a blank brick wall , but if you are happy to use the hotel as just a base to explore the area then this is not a problem. The bedrooms vary greatly in standard and even within the same price bracket there is quite a variation...ask to see your room first if this is a worry. The room we had on the 2nd floor was looking on to 3 brick walls .We had a small kitchenette (bright, lime green laminex in a cupboard-like alcove) with a sink and tea making facilities. Our both family had a full wood bar and kitchen in a bright airy room with a view to the street. We paid the same price! The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. The staff quickly reponded to our request for ice and to our problem of a non working air conditioner. (You have a switch on the bedside table that must be turned on first before you can control the air con buttons on the unit below the window. It does actually TELL you this in the book in the room!! Our mistake!) For the price, this hotel is probably better suited for couples, tourists and business people as LOCATION is its best asset. Read more

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