Crystalbrook Albion

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

Located in the heart of Surry Hills in Sydney, Crystalbrook Albion offers accommodations with an eclectic mix of heritage and contemporary details. It features a 24-hour desk with a team of hosts available to offer individualized service, a rooftop garden oasis with views over Surry Hills and Sydney city and an honor bar featuring top-shelf beverages and gourmet nibbles. Cyrstalbrook Albion offers sustainability initiatives, including no plastic straws, water bottles or guest-room key cards, using technology to reduce paper and providing large-pump amenities bottles. The hotel is also partnered with Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef, TerraCycle, OzHarvest and Containers for Change. Cyrstalbrook Albion features a variety of guest rooms, which all feature air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. The boutique hotel is housed within a unique heritage building, full of history, dating back to its original construction in 1903 as a former school convent. The property was transformed into a modern boutique hotel in 2018, largely influenced by 1920's and 1970's styles of interiors. Cyrstalbrook Albion is located in the vibrant inner-Sydney suburb of Surry Hills, which is home to a range of food and beverage offerings a short walk away, such as Chin Chin, Firedoor and Nomad. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 4.3 mi from Crystalbrook Albion.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sarah
United States United States
“Amazing location, and clean rooms with tons of charm”
Leah
United States United States
“I love the history of the property--a former convent. Beautifully designed, very comfortable despite the smaller room size. Employees were very helpful and welcoming. Great restaurants and cafes nearby. A short walk to Central Station.”
Tatyana
Australia Australia
“I liked the decor and aesthetic of the hotel. The beds were comfortable and the room had nice decor. There is a really cute rooftop terrace area as well which is good for breakfast. While there isn't a restaurant on-site, there is a really good...”
Toni
Australia Australia
“Location, the hotel itself and the room we stayed in”
Donna
Australia Australia
“Great staff and exceptional customer service. Clean, rooms, classy amenities and an honour bar and fun cocktail happy hour till 9. It was raining but the rooftop looked great!”
Stephen
United States United States
“Fantastic spot. Our first hotel in Australia. Super clean and comfortable. Great location. Fantastic staff.”
Chelsey
United States United States
“Gorgeous property with a wonderful staff! Perfect for our stay in Sydney!”
Karina
United States United States
“Loved the place and felt very content and relaxed there. Best design and loved the ‘feel’ of the room! The bath tub and shower were a dream! The bed was super comfortable too! Would return in a heart beat!”
Kate
Australia Australia
“loved our room and the whole experience- thank you WE WILL BE BACK!”
Naomi
Canada Canada
“We stayed as part of our honeymoon. When we arrived at 10am our room wasn't ready yet, but within an hour, we got a text that it was ready. When we came back, the agent at reception told us that they were upgrading us to their biggest suite since...”

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sarah
United States United States
“Amazing location, and clean rooms with tons of charm”
Leah
United States United States
“I love the history of the property--a former convent. Beautifully designed, very comfortable despite the smaller room size. Employees were very helpful and welcoming. Great restaurants and cafes nearby. A short walk to Central Station.”
Tatyana
Australia Australia
“I liked the decor and aesthetic of the hotel. The beds were comfortable and the room had nice decor. There is a really cute rooftop terrace area as well which is good for breakfast. While there isn't a restaurant on-site, there is a really good...”
Toni
Australia Australia
“Location, the hotel itself and the room we stayed in”
Donna
Australia Australia
“Great staff and exceptional customer service. Clean, rooms, classy amenities and an honour bar and fun cocktail happy hour till 9. It was raining but the rooftop looked great!”
Stephen
United States United States
“Fantastic spot. Our first hotel in Australia. Super clean and comfortable. Great location. Fantastic staff.”
Chelsey
United States United States
“Gorgeous property with a wonderful staff! Perfect for our stay in Sydney!”
Karina
United States United States
“Loved the place and felt very content and relaxed there. Best design and loved the ‘feel’ of the room! The bath tub and shower were a dream! The bed was super comfortable too! Would return in a heart beat!”
Kate
Australia Australia
“loved our room and the whole experience- thank you WE WILL BE BACK!”
Naomi
Canada Canada
“We stayed as part of our honeymoon. When we arrived at 10am our room wasn't ready yet, but within an hour, we got a text that it was ready. When we came back, the agent at reception told us that they were upgrading us to their biggest suite since...”

Hotel area info

House rules

Crystalbrook Albion takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Crystalbrook Albion of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.