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Hilton Sydney

  • Price$$$
  • CategoryUpscale
  • Rating★ 4.4

Hilton Sydney sits at 488 George Street in the heart of the CBD shopping strip, directly above Town Hall train station and a short walk from Pitt Street Mall, Queen Victoria Building and Darling Harbour. The hotel occupies a modern tower built around the preserved facade and interior of the 1893 Adams family building, best known for housing the Marble Bar, a heritage Victorian-era bar relocated and restored within the hotel that remains one of Sydney's most distinctive nightlife venues.

Central George Street hotel above Town Hall station, home to the historic Marble Bar.

Hilton Sydney sits at 488 George Street in the heart of the CBD shopping strip, directly above Town Hall train station and a short walk from Pitt Street Mall, Queen Victoria Building and Darling Harbour. The hotel occupies a modern tower built around the preserved facade and interior of the 1893 Adams family building, best known for housing the Marble Bar, a heritage Victorian-era bar relocated and restored within the hotel that remains one of Sydney's most distinctive nightlife venues. Guest rooms run from standard Guest Rooms through Executive Rooms with lounge access to a range of suites, most with city views given the hotel's central high-rise position; noise from George Street traffic can reach lower and street-facing rooms. Dining includes Zeta Bar for cocktails with skyline views and Glass Brasserie for modern Australian cuisine, alongside all-day lobby dining. The hotel has an indoor heated pool and a fitness centre on a lower level, a useful option for a CBD hotel where outdoor pools are uncommon. Its position directly above a train station and within walking distance of Sydney's main retail precinct makes it a practical base for shopping-focused visits and conference delegates, with a large ballroom and meeting-room floor supporting its role as one of the CBD's main convention hotels. Service is efficient rather than intimate, suited to business travellers and short leisure stays rather than romantic getaways.

Practical information for Hilton Sydney · Last updated August 2026
Price $$$
Address 488 George St, Sydney NSW 2000

Room types

  • Guest Room
  • Executive Room
  • Suite

Amenities

  • pool
  • fitness center
  • restaurant
  • bar
  • wifi
  • room service

Location

488 George St, Sydney NSW 2000

-33.8735, 151.2069 View on map

Highlights

  • Historic Marble Bar, a preserved 1893 Victorian-era bar, inside the hotel
  • Directly above Town Hall train station
  • Indoor heated pool, uncommon among CBD hotels
  • Zeta Bar rooftop cocktails with city skyline views
  • Steps from Pitt Street Mall and Queen Victoria Building

Tips for visiting

  • Request a higher floor room to reduce George Street traffic noise
  • The Marble Bar gets busy with live music on weekend nights; arrive early for a table
  • Town Hall station gives direct rail access to the airport line

Accessibility

The hotel provides accessible guest rooms with roll-in showers, lift access to all floors, and step-free access from George Street; Town Hall station below has lift access to platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool?

Yes, an indoor heated pool is available on a lower level of the hotel.

What is the Marble Bar?

The Marble Bar is a heritage 1893 Victorian-era bar relocated into the hotel, known for ornate marble and stained glass and regular live music.

Is the hotel connected to public transport?

Yes, the hotel sits directly above Town Hall train station, connecting to most Sydney rail lines including the airport line.

Is it a good base for shopping?

Yes, Pitt Street Mall and the Queen Victoria Building are both within a five-minute walk.

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