Mercantile Hotel (Sydney, AU) from 86 £/night

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Mercantile Hotel - Sydney

25 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.7Great

Location9.6

Free WiFi9.5

Staff9.3

Comfort9.1

Value for money9.1

Who stays here

Couples29%

Solo29%

Families25%

Groups16%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.7Great

Location9.6

Free WiFi9.5

Staff9.3

Comfort9.1

Value for money9.1

Who stays here

Couples29%

Solo29%

Families25%

Groups16%

Historic pub-hotel in Sydney's Rocks district with live Irish music

Accommodation & Rooms

The Mercantile Hotel Sydney offers 11 boutique accommodation rooms with private ensuites and heritage features. Each room is located above the pub, placing guests within walking distance of Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour. Rooms include free high-speed Wi-Fi and spa baths in private bathrooms.

Dining & Bar

The onsite restaurant at the Mercantile Hotel serves Irish cuisine, including the signature shamrock pie. Guests have access to daily food and drink specials during happy hour. The pub also offers kids' meals and special diet menus on request.

Entertainment

The longest-running Irish pub in Australia, the Mercantile Pub Sydney hosts regular live music events with traditional Irish performances. Entertainment includes DJs, drag queens, and live sport events broadcast in the pub. St Patrick's Day festivities are a major annual event at this venue.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Mercantile Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Circular Quay and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Guests reach the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge within a 5-minute walk. The historic Rocks district, with its weekend markets, is directly outside the hotel.

Hotel Services & Safety

The Mercantile Hotel the Rocks provides luggage storage, airport shuttle services, and daily housekeeping. Safety features include smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas, and key card access. An ATM/cash machine is available on site for guest convenience.

Location: 5-minute walk to Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
Rooms: 11 boutique rooms with private ensuites and spa baths
Dining: Irish cuisine with signature shamrock pie and happy hour specials
Entertainment: Longest-running Irish pub in Australia with live music nightly
Special Events: St Patrick's Day festivities and traditional Irish performances

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-22:00

until 10:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 0.1 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:11

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Rooms and availability

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Twin Room Disability Access

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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King Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Facilities for kids

Children's menu

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Mercantile Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	86 £
📏 Distance to centre	1.8 km
✈️ Distance to airport	13.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Kingsford Smith, SYD

Location

25 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia

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25 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia

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25 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Opera House

Sydney Opera House

1.4 km

Park

Royal Botanic Gardens

1.4 km

Landmark

Sydney Harbour

2.3 km

Amusement Park

Luna Park Sydney

2.0 km

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

1.9 km

Planetarium

Sydney Observatory

640 m

Gallery

Art Gallery of New South Wales

2.0 km

Landmark

Circular Quay

670 m

Landmark

The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk

780 m

Museum

Hyde Park Barracks Museum

1.7 km

Monument

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

2.3 km

Museum

Justice and Police Museum

850 m

Landmark

Pylon Lookout at Sydney Harbour Bridge

2.0 km

University

Sydney Conservatorium of Music

1.1 km

Landmark

Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck

1.4 km

Mall

Queen Victoria Building

2.0 km

Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

540 m

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

400 m

Bridge

BridgeClimb Sydney

540 m

Museum

The Rocks Discovery Museum

260 m

Museum

Museum of Sydney

430 m

Theatre

Roslyn Packer Theatre

460 m

Harbour

Overseas Passenger Terminal

300 m

Restaurant

Playfair Cafe

210 m

Restaurant

Samosorn Thai Local Food Hall

110 m

Restaurant

P'Nut Street Noodles The Rocks

190 m

Restaurant

7Rocks Deli

180 m

Restaurant

Aussie Goodys at Circular Quay

450 m

Restaurant

The Australian Heritage Hotel

390 m

Restaurant

Met 2 Cafeteria

210 m

Restaurant

Butterfly Garden

460 m

Restaurant

Danielli's Fine Food

290 m

Restaurant

Bar Cycle Walsh Bay

490 m

Reviews of Mercantile Hotel

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FAQ about Mercantile Hotel

What popular attractions are closest to the 3-star Mercantile Hotel?

Guests of the 3-star Mercantile Hotel can visit Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (merely 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or The Rocks placed 5 minutes' walk away.

What is the nearest airport to the Mercantile Hotel hotel?

Kingsford Smith airport lies within 15 km of the Mercantile Hotel hotel and is reachable with a 20-minute drive.

What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-café The Rocks Cafe offering Australian cuisine.

Does Mercantile Hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Mercantile Hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 3-star Mercantile Hotel hotel?

Guests of the 3-star Mercantile Hotel hotel can check in from 13:30 to 22:00 and check out from 10:00.

How much does a room at Mercantile Hotel hotel cost?

The price for a room in Mercantile Hotel hotel starts at $100.

What payment methods are available in the hotel?

At the hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.

What are the room types offered by the Mercantile Hotel?

The Mercantile Hotel provides such room types as Private Bathroom Double Room, Family Queen Room, and Budget Twin Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Mercantile Hotel hotel?

Each room at the Mercantile Hotel hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi, some units feature private bathrooms along with a bathtub and a walk-in shower.

Which facilities does the Mercantile Hotel provide?

Top locations of the Mercantile Hotel include baggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and a luggage locker.