Hotel Diplomat Sydney offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and St Vincent’s Hospital. Also, Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Kings Cross Station is 2 minutes away.
17 Bayswater Road, Kings Cross, Sydney, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
What's nearby
Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
The Domain - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Royal Botanic Gardens - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Sydney Tower Eye - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Pitt Street Mall - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive
Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 60 min drive
Exhibition Centre Station - 5 min drive
Sydney Central Station - 28 min walk
Sydney Circular Quay Station - 29 min walk
Kings Cross Station - 2 min walk
Edgecliff Station - 16 min walk
St. James Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
Pad Thai Chai Yo - 3 min walk
Guzman Y Gomez - 1 min walk
Adhika - 2 min walk
Hungry Jack's - 2 min walk
Lady Chu - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Diplomat Sydney
Hotel Diplomat Sydney offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and St Vincent’s Hospital. Also, Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Kings Cross Station is 2 minutes away.
At a glance
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Hotel size
51 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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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 self parking (AUD 35 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Communal living room
Accessibility
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Weekly housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1 percent
Parking
Self parking costs AUD 35 per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
WiFi is provided up to 500 MB per guestroom, per day.
Also known as
Bayswater Hotel Sydney
Bayswater Sydney
Sydney Bayswater
Bayswater Sydney Hotel
Bayswater Sydney Hotel Potts Point
Bayswater Sydney Potts Point
Hotel Diplomat Hotel
The Bayswater Sydney
Hotel Diplomat Potts Point
Hotel Diplomat Hotel Potts Point
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Diplomat Sydney offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Diplomat Sydney does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?
Yes. Self parking costs AUD 35 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Diplomat Sydney?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Diplomat Sydney and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include St Vincent’s Hospital (8-min walk) and Woolloomooloo Wharf (12-min walk), along with Hyde Park (14-min walk) and St Mary's Cathedral (0.8 mi).
What's the area around Hotel Diplomat Sydney like?
Hotel Diplomat Sydney is a short 2-minute walk from Kings Cross Station and 14 minutes' walk from Hyde Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Hotel Diplomat Sydney Reviews
7.8
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8.0
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
Was an ideally situated hold. Clean room and efficient staff. Thanks for your efforts
Moira
Moira, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
A nice hotel. Great location.
Nicole
Nicole, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Great staff and location
simon
simon, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Great place and location
beth
beth, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Great little hotel.
Staff were super friendly
Would recommend
James
James, 5-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 7, 2026
Service was fantastic. Only thing that could be improved upon is that our shower didn't have a door or curtain, so water often leaked onto the bathroom floor. Overall a really smooth check-in and check-out process 🙂
Sophia
Sophia, 9-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Comfortable bed, This comfortable king bed and the hotel conveniently located near King cross station.Bus stop also just right in front
supreya
supreya, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Highly recommended, safe and clean and a great location.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
This hotel is basically serviced rooms. There is no option to dine here. The rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were excellent. Each room has tea & coffee making facilities with a small fridge which I found very useful.
CLAIRE
CLAIRE, 8-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2025
Great service. Good accommodation.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Excellent location
Excellwnt stay we had, friendly staff, clean and esily accessible toilet in the meeting room. Clean room with sittong area, as per location, near train station, restaurant everywhere and close to hospital
Rowena
Rowena, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2023
Great location comfortable room and friendly staff
Eloise
Eloise, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2023
Lovely staff and great value for the room and location
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 16, 2025
Clean room
Odete
Odete, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 10, 2025
The room was fine. The noise level on Friday and Saturday night was really loud, and they never replenished the coffee and tea, but the staff were lovely and it was a great location
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 22, 2024
My stay was pleasant enough, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The location was perfect for my stay.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2023
Room was very clean and comfortable, staff very friendly and stay was overall very enjoyable.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2023
great room, comfy bed, located close to CBD, very friendly and helpful staff.
Dennis
Dennis, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
Really good location. Staff was very friendly!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
Wonderful Stay at Hotel Diplomat Sydney ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
I had a thoroughly enjoyable stay at Hotel Diplomat Sydney and couldn’t be happier with my experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and attentive — they genuinely made me feel at home throughout my visit. It’s clear that excellent customer service is a real priority here, something many guests consistently mention in their feedback online.
My room was comfortable and clean, with a bed that was exceptionally pleasant to sleep in. The choice of pillows made it easy to find just the right level of comfort, which was a real plus after long days of travel. Like other guests, I found the room cosy and well-appointed for a restful night’s sleep.
While I was there, I appreciated how helpful the team was with local tips and making sure everything was taken care of — a feature that many reviewers also highlight as a standout aspect of this hotel.
Overall, it was a great experience and I’ve already booked my next stay. I travel regularly to Sydney, and Hotel Diplomat Sydney will definitely be my go-to choice whenever I’m in town!
Henry Blanas
Henry Blanas, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 14, 2024
Friendly staff.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
Great experience and staff were very helpful and accommodating. Room is very clean and beds were comfortable. I would stay here again next time I visit Sydney.
Charesse Mae
Charesse Mae, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2023
Good stay
Great location! Hotel is a little bare bones but it was comfortable and everyone who works there was very nice.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2024
Super friendly staff
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2023
Very supportive and friendly staff , extremely clean rooms and very close to sydeny CBD