Central Railway Hotel, Sydney

Central Railway Hotel - A quiet, functional 3-star hotel with kitchenette rooms and free access to a nearby outdoor pool

Centrally located in Redfern, Central Railway Hotel is a quiet, functional 3-star property with 36 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes equipped with microwaves, toasters, small fridges, sinks, and electric kettles. The hotel’s focal point is its sunny outdoor courtyard, where guests can relax or mingle, and breakfast vouchers are provided for a nearby coffee shop. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and free Wi-Fi, with some offering sofa beds for extra guests. The property provides free passes to Prince Alfred Park’s public outdoor pool, a five-minute walk away, which features a lap pool, leisure pool, and kids' splash pad. Redfern Station offers train connections to the airport, while buses run regularly from a stop opposite the hotel. Nearby attractions include the Powerhouse Museum (1.5 km) and Darling Harbour (2 km). A continental breakfast is available each morning at Central Railway Hotel.

Pros

Free access to Prince Alfred Park’s outdoor pool, a five-minute walk away.

Kitchenette-equipped rooms with microwaves, fridges, and tea/coffee makers.

Convenient location near Redfern Station with direct train links to the airport.

Complimentary Wi-Fi and express check-in/check-out services.

Cons

Some rooms are located on the third floor without lift access.

Kitchenettes lack stoves or ovens for full meal preparation.