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Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels Reviews, Sydney

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Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels

3.5 of 5
631 - 635 George St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia (Chinatown)
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3.5 of 5 stars 369 Reviews
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Melbourne
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15 reviews 15 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Personal touch - much appreciated”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Return trip to the Pensione - it's in a great location, not far from Central Station (making it super easy to get to from the airport) and close to great dining options like Thai Town, China Town and the like. Plenty of pubs nearby too. My friend and I traveled up for a half marathon and were left a note... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Cool inner city hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Right on George St, with Chinatown at its back, this is a super little inner city hotel, small but pretty well formed. Cool rooms , excellent guest lounge and great service for what is a fairly cheap hotel. Excellent value for money. Just stayed for a second time, and it was perfect for my two night stay.

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Pensione_Hotel, General Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear T F, We love return guests and we are so thrilled you chose us for your latest trip to Sydney! Thank you so much for your kind review of the Pensione Hotel Sydney, it seems that you know your way around the city so we will have to share some of our favourite places next time you are in... More

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Worth a try”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We stayed at this hotel for a night. Staffs were very helpful and room was satisfactory. Location is very convenient as jst a few steps from the pickup point for Sydney Tourist Free Shuttle & located at central of CBD.

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Pensione_Hotel, General Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear CutieShu, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. I’m saddened to read that you could only stay with us for one night as there is so much for the Pensione and Sydney to offer! Please contact us directly next time you are in the city as we would love for you to experience all... More

Melbourne, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great Things Come in SMALL Packages”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

If 8 Hotels isn't Australia's coolest small hotel group, I'm dying to see who is!? Pensione Sydney is almost as good as Pensione Melbourne (except, clearly it's in Sydney) I must first state, I like little hotel rooms, I don't want any excuse to hang around a hotel room while on holiday. Having said that, I love stylish, well thought... More

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Pensione_Hotel, Pensione Team at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
6 May 2013

If you aren't the coolest Trip Advisor reviewer of the year, I don't know who is michaelcourtenay! Thank you so much for you honest and charming review, it was a delight to read! Please contact me directly next time you are in Sydney so I can ensure your next stay is just as wonderful as the previous. More

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“Close to everything”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013 via mobile

This hotel is value for money.. Close to restaurants.. Public transport..walk to Sydney sites.. I much prefer to stay in small hotels like the pensione hotel than the larger hotels much more personal & you aren't paying fir high overheads..will defiantly staying there again as well as any of their other hotels

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Pensione_Hotel, Reception Team at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Dear Ourtravelz, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review. It is so pleasing to read that you enjoyed your recent stay with us. We always look after our return guests and guarantee best rates. Similarly, if you are travelling to other locations throughout Australia, Bali and Paris and would like me to make inquiries with... More

Perth, Australia
1 review
“could not have been better”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

The Pensione Hotel in Sydney delivers exactly what it promises, and then gives you just a little bit more for good measure. I had booked one of the petite rooms, which was cosy as the name suggests but was clean and neat and exactly what I'd paid for - no complaints. After a minor request could not be resolved by... More

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Pensione_Hotel, Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Dear Claire C, I would like to apologise for there being an issue with the bed in the first place, however thrilled to read that the team was able to find you an alternative solution that was equally, if not more comfortable than the last. While only a small team at the Pensione, we do pride ourselves on the service... More

Tugun, Australia
1 review
“Thanks for having me”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

My Room was just delightful. Not large but more than enough room. The bed was clean and comfortable. Pillows great. The room was all fresh and re-furbished. Looked great. Service was excellent and the people lovely. Will stay again for sure xxx Samantha

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Pensione_Hotel, Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Dear SamanthaTravels77, We are so delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and it was out pleasure to look after you. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly next time you are in Sydney as we would love to welcome you back. Thank you for taking the time to write a review! More

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Good Value”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

You get what you pay for with the Pensione. It's well located. the petite rooms are very small but ideal for a single person. The bed is comfortable, bathroom clean and functional and it basically meets the basic needs of a quick visit to Sydney on the cheap. the staff were also very friendly.

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PensioneSydney, Front Office Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Dear Dania V, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. It is always great to see when a guest enjoys their stay at the Pensione, so please ensure you contact us directly next time you are in Sydney as we love to see familiar faces! sydney@pensione.com.au More

1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Value for not much money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

The negative reviews of this place miss the point. This is NOT the Hyatt or the Shangri-La, but it does not profess to be. If you want a luxury experience, with the cost that entails, don't stay here. But if you want an adequate, clean bed in the centre of town for a very low price, near transport to everywhere,... More

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PensioneSydney, Front Office Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Dear Athol M, Thank you for your kind review! We are so pleased to see our location, hotel and team were able to meet your expectations and very much look forward to welcoming you back to the Pensione Hotel Sydney! We love to look after our return guests, please feel free to contact us directly next time you are travelling... More

Prestatyn, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“"breathtaking service" indeed”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Dont know where to start really.Whether its the misleading title (its just an overpriced hostel with its frayed furnishings and lamentable lack of facility) to its astonishing payment policy which would have left my wife and i quite penniless if we hadnt had access to other funds (so please those on limited budgets beware). What really rankled though is the... More

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PensioneSydney, Front Office Manager at Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear gravesend58, Thank you for your feedback. I would like to sincerely apologise for your stay falling short of expectations due to all aspects from your feedback received. It is disappointing to see such feedback and I would be extremely grateful if you could contact me directly to explain a little more on this thus allowing us to rectify the... More

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  • “George street” (10)
  • “Great location” (9)
  • “Central station” (7)
  • “Guest lounge” (7)
  • “Darling Harbour” (6)
  • “China town” (6)
  • “Circular quay” (5)
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Additional Information about Pensione Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels

Address: 631 - 635 George St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
Region: Australia > New South Wales > Sydney > Chinatown
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Kitchenette Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #74 of 189 hotels in Sydney
Price range (per night): RM342 - 816
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in the heart of Sydney’s entertainment and theatre district, the Pensione Hotel Sydney is centrally located and like no other. Set behind a beautiful Heritage-listed façade, the Pensione Hotel offers boutique interiors, breathtaking hospitality and incomparable value for money. Featuring all the desired hotel amenities, with warm and inviting staff that have a great knowledge of the local area, the Pensione is perfectly suited as a base to explore Sydney. ... more   less 
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