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Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels

5.0 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Historic Rocks base with modern comforts

Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels is a 59-room boutique stay in an 1887 heritage building on the original grounds of Sydney’s first hospital, set right in The Rocks. Interiors keep the story visible, with original sandstone and brick, plus framed convict letters and settlers’ maps. When it’s time to eat and drink, there are multiple on-site options, including Tayim Restaurant & Bar, Eric’s Bar, and Creperie Suzette.

  • Sightseeing on foot

    Walk to the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge from The Rocks.

  • Middle Eastern dining at Tayim

    Share plates and mezze in an all-sandstone setting built for groups.

  • Weekend market energy

    Step outside to The Rocks Markets for artisan finds, street food, and music.

Amenities

  • Live Saturday evening music on Nurses Walk
  • Daily Happy Hour at Eric’s Bar
  • Rooftop terrace for fresh-air downtime
  • Select rooms with partial harbour views
  • Stairs-only heritage building plus luggage lift
  • In-room essentials like air-conditioning and safe
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Why we love this property

Dining that impresses
Savor full breakfast and vegan choices at the restaurant with al fresco seating. Couples can enjoy private dining, while the cafe and bar round out options.
Premium sleep sanctuary
Curated guestrooms showcase designer decor with plush pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Blackout drapes and turndown service enhance sweet dreams.
Artistic urban retreat
Admire local artists' creations in this boutique city center hotel. Stroll through the garden and enjoy the curated decor in a historical district.

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Heritage Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Heritage)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a wardrobe, and a nightstand.

1 Queen Bed Accessible (Heritage)

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a window with a city view, and a leather chair.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Heritage)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window providing a view of the city.

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Heritage)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a dark brown sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a laptop, and a large window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk, and a large window.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A rooftop terrace with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and string lights.

Suite, Harbor View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Rooms, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Superior Rooms, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Heritage Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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34-52 Harrington Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Circular Quay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Rocks Markets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 59 min drive
  • Sydney North Sydney Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Milsons Point Station - 24 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 9 min walk
  • Martin Place Station - 16 min walk
  • St. James Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortune of War - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Australian Heritage Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pancakes on the Rocks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels

  • When you stay at Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Tayim Restaurant & Bar, which serves dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Wynyard Station is 9 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 59 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (AUD 60 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Tayim Restaurant & Bar - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
Eric Bar - This wine bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Creperie Suzette - This café specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 35 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.4 percent

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from March 15 2026 to September 21 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Self parking costs AUD 60 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property's restaurant is open from 5:30-10:30 PM Tuesday-Saturday, weekly.

Also known as

Harbour Hotel Sydney MGallery Collection
Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney MGallery Sofitel
Harbour Rocks Sydney MGallery Collection
Harbour Sydney MGallery Collection
Harbour Hotel Sydney MGallery Sofitel
Harbour Rocks Sydney MGallery Sofitel
Harbour Sydney MGallery Sofitel

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels currently open?

This property is closed from March 15 2026 to September 21 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels?

Yes. Self parking costs AUD 60 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels and nearby?

Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels has a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels?

Yes, Tayim Restaurant & Bar offers alfresco dining and French cuisine.

What's the area around Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels like?

Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels is in The Rocks, a short 9-minute walk from Wynyard Station and 10 minutes' walk from Sydney Harbour Bridge. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast at this hotel offers a good selection of choices with a Middle Eastern influence and is plentiful with good ingredients, well-cooked, and plentiful. (25 reviews)
  • The restaurant at this property offers delicious and stylish menu items, with friendly and welcoming staff. (23 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great walkable location for Sydney and a foods heaven.
Bruce, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, excellent staff, nice room
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff, clean room and great Location
Roslyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location; helpful friendly staff; good clean rooms ….
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, stunning hotel, comfortable and spacious bedrooms and super friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Christophe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was fantastic and couldn't beat the location. Staff helpful and courteous. One of the highlights of our trip to Australia.
Janice, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Alexander, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, competent, courteous staff, clean room with all necessary amenities.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room and staff. Location was excellent.
Becca, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff (we were able to get an early check in too). Fabulous location, close to cruise port and easy walk to downtown.
Randolph, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff were very helpful. Room was ok, great view of the opera house until a cruise ship blocked it.
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location, courteous staff, spacious room. However the noisy air conditioning unit kept us awake both nights.
Laurie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location, great staff and clean hotel.
Dawn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room. Dining was excellent. Staff was super friendly. Loved that it was close to the quay and transportation. Amazing historic district with so much to explore.
Charlene, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A very central area of The Rocks.Great for cruising people less than five minutes walk to the terminal. Had a nice dinner at the Fortune of war and a tasty breakfast at The shuck cafe. Five star all round.
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and quiet. Coffee in room was great. Great decor. Staff friendly and helpful.
Charlie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Small rooms but nice spot.
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was perfect w/easy walking access to Circular Quay ferries, Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge, metro, etc. Front desk, restaurant, housekeeping staff very helpful & cheerful. Breakfasts outstanding. Very appreciative first-timers to Sydney.💙🇺🇸💙🇦🇺
Opera House by Night
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joann, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice little hotel

We had a great stay in this lovely little hotel in Sydney’s old town. Close to most sights, nice cafés and bars within walking distance.
Anders, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location, gorgeous vibe, great staff
Lanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute accommodation, great location

Beautiful hotel, in a nice area with lovely staff.
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, allowed for an early check in. All around one of the easiest stays ever. The room was OK due to the age of the building but location is top shelf. Would go back again and thanks to all the staff especially front desk.
Adam, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The Hotel was conveniently located with restaurants and shopping nearby.
Barry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a wonderful hotel, friendly staff, great coffee and such a wonderful location!!
Mollie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location, taseful decor.
Derek, 1-night trip