Hotel Challis
You'll love the exceptional convenience during your stay at Hotel Challis, located right in the heart of the city center, with an easy access to everything in Sydney. Variety is the spice of life. Hotel Challis offers an abundance of choices in activities, with its location just 1.6 km from the Sydney Opera House.
The superior services and facilities offered at Hotel Challis will make for a memorable stay. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. Parking is provided for guests by the hotel. You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out and luggage storage.
The hotel's tours can even help you book tickets and reservations for entertainment and explorations. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at Hotel Challis. The hotel's daily housekeeping will make staying in a great choice. The hotel is entirely non-smoking.
Guests are guaranteed a comfortable stay while at Hotel Challis. To enhance your stay, some rooms at the hotel come with linen service and air conditioning. The specially-designed rooms at Hotel Challis offer a layout option like a balcony or terrace. Some rooms have television to keep guests entertained.
You may be assured to know that a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea are available in some select rooms. You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer, toiletries and towels provided in some of the guest bathrooms.
Dining and things to do
What's better than a good cup of coffee? Start every vacation day at the hotel with an energizing cup of quality coffee.
Never let a day go wasted when you're at Hotel Challis with all the activities and facilities provided. No need to go anywhere after dinner -- play with friends or family at the shared lounge and TV area.
Around the property
Venture outside the hotel and explore Sydney. Learn about the city's art history with a day at The Rocks located 1.8 km away, where you can see collections by famous artists.
Reasons to stay here
Verified reviews score this hotel higher than 91% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
Travelers keen on cleanliness will enjoy staying here, where cleanliness scores higher than 92% of other options in the city.
This accommodation beats more than 95% of competition in the city on room comfort.
Potts Point Magic”
Elegance of a bygone era, combined with the friendliness and helpfulness of all staff (particularly front desk) usually equated to a 5* establishment. I reserved a small room for 3 nights (family functions meant I simply needed a bed). Adequate for me. It was small, so even for a couple - recommend upgrading to a larger room. Location is ideal - very good restaurants, cafes and bars just a short stroll away, and transport readily available. Very happy, and I will stay again, but in a slightly larger room.
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Fantastic location in grand home ”
Well maintained beautiful building in really convenient, classy location. Great value for money too.
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Very comfortable. Great location.”
The Queen Room is small but comfortable. The location is excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Hotel Challis and exploring the local area. We will definitely be back.
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great value for money”
We originally booked a smaller room, which I would not advise for a couple for more than a few days....terribly small. Our aircon was on the fritz so they were able to move us to a larger room (yay)...but the aircon STILL wpould turn off every fifteen minutes or so. Our window would not open, so we needed the aircon to relieve the stuffiness. The desk staff were unable to help with the fact that the timer would somehow light up and turn off for fifteen minutes. Very strange... but perhaps this is how they keep the electric bill down? I would think it was my error, but this happened in both rooms...
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Above average”
All the point give to the hotel staff. good location -about 10-15 mins walk from King cross station -many restaurant in area and also pub and club -2 km walk to opera house - 3 mins to woolworth super market The hotel is nice and good for instagram. BUT!!! -The room is too small for two people with a big luggage. -Water is running not stable. -Our room is a bit dirty ( web everywhere from ceiling down to cabinet )
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Nice boutique hotel, good value for money”
The location is exceptional. Tucked in one of the quiet streets of Potts Point, the place is charming and not at all touristy. Lots of quaint cafes and bars and yetclose enough to King's Cross if you want a more 'action' packed night out. Receptionists were very good. Shout out to Oksana, Claire and Zack. Very accomodating and went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as ever. Our room was small, yes, but very clean. Tip: if you're too tired to go out in the evening. You can just buy a bottle of wine and cheese at the nearest Metro (Woolsworth) and chill yourself at the terrace tables and people watch as the day winds down.
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Dear Gino, Thank you for taking the time to review your time with us. We are pleased to know that you liked the hotel and what we had to offer. We are looking forward to seeing you back soon!
Outstanding expericence in Sydney”
Our stay at hotel Challis exceeded our expectation. The hotel is conveniently located near Kings Cross, with nice restaurants, hip brunch places and grocery stores (coles, metro) nearby. Value for money is great. The rooms are quite small (which was indicated in the hotel description), but still spacious enough for us and our luggage. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. We will visit again!!
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Dear Rene, Thank you for this awesome review of yours. We would love to welcome you back again at Hotel Challis. Thank you for staying with us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
A Gem in a great location”
This little hotel is a gem in Potts Point. It's a great location - walking distance to restaurants, train. The staff were lovely. The rooms were spotless. The bed and pillows were very comfy. The rooms are small, but if you are not looking to spend a lot of time in your room, it was fabulous. I'd definitely stay again. Wendy
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Wendy, Thank you so much for this review. We would love to welcome you back at Hotel Challis. Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
First time visit to Sydney ”
We found the location excellent. Good facilities nearby eg supermarket and restaurants. Easy walking distance to Kings Cross station. The hotel staff very helpful especially Rudi who went out of his way to assist. Although the room was on the small side the bed was so very comfortable and made up with good linen. We would definitely stay there again and recommend Hotel Challis.
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Dear Helen, Thank you for this wonderful review. We are so happy to read that we met your expectations. If you ever in Syndey again, we hope to be seeing you at Hotel Challis. Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Small but comfortable room . Very clean and modern ..Exceptionally friendly staff. ”
Beautiful building in the hip and happening Potts Point . Plenty of cool cafes and restaurants on the doorstep .10 minute walk to Kings Cross Station from where you can reach other Sydney destinations with ease . Accomadation was small double adaquate for what I needed comfortable bed , spotlessly clean .The staff were more than helpful . All in all a hreat stay and would certainly go back again .
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Dear Angela, Thank you for this wonderful review of yours. We are happy to read that you will be coming back to stay with us. Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Excellent”
Hotel Challis was in a great location for our short Sydney getaway. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We would stay there again. The only improvement I would suggest is installing soft close mechanisms on the bathroom and entry doors as they are heavy and tend to "slam" when you close them.
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Hi Donna, Thank you for the feedback. We have brought it up to our maintenance team. Thank you for staying with us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
A nice little place for a short stay”
I was unexpectedly upgraded from a Queen Suite to a King Suite for free at Hotel Challis which was a lovely start to my stay. It was very clean although the bathroom tiled floor could've done with a more thorough clean as there were some stains. The hotel is pretty far away from Kings Cross Station so if you are relying on the train to commute around Sydney perhaps that's something to keep in mind. It's perfectly quiet on the weekends but if you intend on getting some extra sleep during weekday mornings, it won't happen. A school is located right next door. Overall, a very comfortable stay for a short weekend getaway.
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Dear Angel, Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to read that you were pleased with the upgraded room. Kings Cross station is about 10 minutes walk from our hotel. We are sorry if it is too far for you. Thank you for the 2 night stay with us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Excellent stay in Sydney”
We have a chance to stay for 7 nights at Hotel Challis. The facilities are great. The location is excellent which is quiet and close to the train station and bus stop. The staffs are nice. The room is clean and quite tidy.
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Dear Thiwathphon, Thank you for the 7 nights stay with us. We are happy to read that you had great time in Sydney. We hope to see you again! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Nice and cosy little hotel”
Loved the exterior and interior. We got the smallest room, but it was more than enough. Bed was comfy, staff was friendly, and the hotel was quaint and cosy. Had a nice feel to it. Enjoyed our stay, thanks hotel challis!
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Wei, Thank you for taking the time to review us. Wei, for your future bookings we have several room types to choose from if you are looking for a more comfortable stay (as well as other properties). The next time you would like to stay with us, please call ahead and staff will happily assist you to determine the most suitable and comfortable room option. Thank you for staying with us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Great stay in charming Challis lodge”
The place is a very well renovated charming traditionnal building in the heart of Potts Point. It's just 5min walk from Kings cross subway station. Perfect for business, couples travellers who seek for typical lodge with charm.
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Dear Phong, Thank you for staying with us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Classy Boutique Hotel”
A great little hotel to stay for easy access to central Sydney but with the charm of a quiet leafy suburb. There is no restaurant or breakfast supplied but plenty of options close by. The room was well appointed with a fantastic king bed and the bathroom, although small, was ample. We would have preferred a window that would open for fresh air. The foyer and downstairs offers a reading area and media access and can also be used as an area to chill and watch the world go by. Reception is open 24 hours with really helpful staff. Elizabeth Bay is a short walk for a morning swim and a coffee on the pier in a divine parkland setting... we had a great stay!
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Dear Lyn, This is an awesome review. Thank you for taking the time to review us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
Potts Point”
We stayed at the hotel for a number of nights and whilst there the front desk on the whole was very accommodating and helpful with our queries. The rooms are on the small size but we had a disabled room which meant a larger bathroom and space around the bed which were both much needed and appreciated despite not being disabled. We found the cost of room fairly expensive but I think this is just Australia in general. Location is great as right in centre of Potts point. Laundry service place on the road of the hotel is not worth using as terrible washing. Do get a pie from the Le Wheels place nearby.
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Dear Hananh, Thank you for taking the time to review us. The full name for the place that you recommended is called Harry De Wheels, which is about 6b minutes walk from the hotel. Thank you for staying with us. Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager
great place to stay in a nice area”
loved the location of this hotel. it's a great, clean place close to a lot of eateries and the water. the rooms are really small and the walls a bit thin, but otherwise, it's convenient and clean, and it has free WiFi. couldn't really complain given the cost of other hotels in Sydney.
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Jessica, Thank you for this review. We do have bigger rooms such as Queen, King or King Balcony. For your future bookings we have several room types to choose from if you are looking for a more comfortable stay (as well as other properties). The next time you would like to stay with us, please call ahead and staff will happily assist you to determine the most suitable and comfortable room option. Kind regards, Guest Relations MAnager
Excellent boutique hotel...in great locaton”
Sydney hotel prices are mad...but Challis is ok...wonderful restored terrace house...walk everywhere
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Steven, Thank you for this wonderful review! Greatly appreciated. Kind regards, Guests Relations Manager
Sydney sojourn”
Booked this hotel at the last minute. Lovely area and easy to find from the airport. Very pleasant welcome. Great room. Quite small but as advertised and expected. Many restaurants in the area. Public transport nearby and very close to a Tour Sydney bus stop. I highly recommend.
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Dear Annie, Thank you for taking the time to review us and thank you for staying with us! Kind regards, Guest Relations Manager