Royal Hotel Sydney is a great choice for a stay in Sydney. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Centre 200 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
World's Largest Fiddle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cossit House Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 5 min walk
Philthy Philly's - 6 min walk
Daniel's Restaurant & Lounge - 4 min walk
Doktor Luke's Coffee House - 2 min walk
Two Friends Cafe - 2 min walk
About this property
Royal Hotel Sydney
Royal Hotel Sydney is a great choice for a stay in Sydney. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Hosted evening meals on weekends for a surcharge (reservations required)
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Fireplace gate
Working away
Coworking spaces
Services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Communal living room
Art gallery on site
Wine tasting room
Walkway to water
Accessibility
5 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laundry detergent
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Printer
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Champagne service
Meal delivery service
Mini-fridge
Shared kitchen access
Toaster oven
Ice maker
Paper towels
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Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of CAD 100 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 19 for adults and CAD 15 for children
Hosted evening meal costs CAD 50
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number STR2526T4667, STR2627T4105
Also known as
Royal Hotel Sydney Sydney
Royal Hotel Sydney Bed & breakfast
Royal Hotel Sydney Bed & breakfast Sydney
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Royal Hotel Sydney?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Royal Hotel Sydney?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Hotel Sydney?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Royal Hotel Sydney and nearby?
Royal Hotel Sydney has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Royal Hotel Sydney like?
Royal Hotel Sydney is in the heart of Sydney, a short 2-minute walk from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and 6 minutes' walk from Centre 200.
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Reviews
Royal Hotel Sydney Reviews
6.6
Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.6
Amenities
6.0
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
The couple that own this hotel are delightful. If you like the bed and breakfast feel, this is a place for you. The owners have thought of every detail. It is a great place for a romantic getaway but convenient enough to enjoy while on business.
Lori Ann
Lori Ann, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
The hotel is a great location, very clean with friendly staff.
David
David, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Great downtown location, uniquely older building, quaint and warm decorations. Loved the paintings in the stairwell! Promote a very quiet atmostphere. Check in was easy as the hostess showed us how to work the locks on both the front door and our room door. My husband forgot to bring a fan (which he usually sleeps with one on) and the hostess brought one up and set it up in the room! There were 2 tiny dogs that greeted us and even followed us upstairs with the hostess. We stayed in room #10 - very clean entey area / bedroom / bathroom & tastefully decorated. Check-in snacks, water & coffee provided! Will stay again! Great price!
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Great little hotel, was downtown so I was able to walk to the bars and restaurants. The Hotel was clean and the atmosphere was calm and peaceful.
Émmaël
Émmaël, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Quirky proprietress, especially at check-in, but after that lovely. The rooms were beautiful and were made up every day of our four-night stay. Breakfast was excellent, and the proprietress prepared it with care and flexibility for different dietary needs. Dog and cat co-hosts were adorable. Helpful tips on things to do and see were tailored to individual needs. All in all, this was a very enjoyable stay!
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
So glad we stayed here. Carmen was a gracious host-welcomed us immediately.
Our room was so clean and I loved the decor throughout. Very close to the waterfront and walking distance to great restaurants. Highly recommend.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Vintage, clean & great location!
The location was fantastic! The establishment has been restored amazingly. Check in was easy, once the code worked for our door. No elevators and we were on the third floor, so we brought up only what we needed for the night. It was clean, quiet and our bed was comfortable. Location is great, walkable to the boardwalk and restaurants.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
This is a delightful small hotel. Our room on the top floor was very comfortable and the bathroom remodel was well-designed and executed. We were well treated by friendly staff and fed a scrumptious breakfast. We enjoyed walking the nearby boardwalk and eating in the nearby pub, entertained by live music. I heartily recommend the hotel.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 29, 2025
Location was very close to restaurants on Charlotte street. My room was very noisy with loud rtaffic outside. Was hot as a/c was not turned on nor instructions given for its operation.
Host/owner was rude and did not seem to want the business. She mentioned it wasn't a hotel but was her home. They shouldn't be charging hotel prices for BandB room. I don't think manager should be client facing.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 30, 2025
I didn’t like there was no one greeting you as you come in to answer questions,I did follow directions that were written for everyone to read and had a question, so I called the number in which I didn’t receive an answer….lucky for me a guest staying there came in at the same time and could answer my question…the customer relations and arrogance of the owner was uncalled for when I did get speak to her and I wouldn’t recommend based solely on that experience….i did like the cleanliness of the inside of the premises but we did sit out on the patio with two benches that were very rickety and in the short time we were there seen two rats….my experience not great unfortunately …I read reviews prior to booking but gave it a benefit of doubt
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Excellent breakfast with so many choices, so clean and comfortable rooms and bed, great location
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 15, 2026
Rats, loud, unsafe, terrible service worst ever
DO NO STAY THERE
Charmaine
Charmaine, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2025
A cultural gem in Sydney
Amazing historic hotel from the 1800’s in immaculate conditions, located in a great spot and close to many amenities.
Ruben
Ruben, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Wicked spot. Very cool
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Heritage property
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2025
A delightful beautifully decorated Victorian hotel from 1875. A very nice parlor to relax in with games for the kids and an equally charming dining room. Breakfast if you want it. Your host, Simone, loves to talk with her guests and is very helpful. Several good restaurants just a block away
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
A lovely old building. Well kept. Wasn’t fussy about the staff.
Gaye
Gaye, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 31, 2025
Super clean
David
David, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2025
We didn’t have breakfast. So can’t rate that. Rooms clean but small. Strict rules (to each their own) but was approached re: parking slightly over the white line where we had no choice as the other car parked next to us only left that space and we weren’t staying, we were grabbing something and leaving again. Loud at night with the sound of cars racing up the streets. Decent location tho.
Bambi
Bambi, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2025
The property is very well-maintained and the hostess is very careful to assure that clients do not disturb others. Make sure you do not arrive early before the check-in time of 3 PM. Be prepared for a little yappy, but cute dog that will bark at you when you enter, but the puppy is harmless.
Dennis
Dennis, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Carmen was very helpful. I really appreciate her attention to detail throughout the hotel.
If you are traveling with small children it might not be a good fit. There are some rules such as removing one’s shoes, wearing slippers (provided) to your room, and being quiet on the way to your room. None of these things bothered us. I also liked the convenience of location. There has been a lot of thought and love put into this hotel. It was a good experience.
RHONDA
RHONDA, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Oct 28, 2025
The property was beautiful and clean. However the host has very strict house rules given it is her house. We struggled getting our bags up 3 flights of stairs and did make a little noise; she confronted us and she threatened taking some damage deposit if we made any further noise even at 5 pm in the afternoon. We felt like we were walking on eggshells and were very uncomfortable our entire stay. The same evening another couple was confronted for similar issues. She should not be running a "hotel" as she makes it clear it is her home so her rules. I wish i had read the other guest reviews. Do not stay here.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jul 5, 2025
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Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 23, 2025
The house was beautiful and very clean. The service was sub par and the owner / staff were very unfriendly. Coffee and tea were available but no creamer or whitener. Rats visible from our suite window- so many that the outdoor area was unusable. While a group of pan handlers outside of the property were loud and disruptive, they were friendlier than the staff.
Greg
Greg, 3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 17, 2025
Wifi / tv didnt work.
Owner very rude
No help available