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The Simon Hotel Sydney

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Sydney

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A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a brick accent wall.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.
A modern bar area with a long counter, yellow bar stools, and black wicker chairs with patterned cushions.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a kitchen area, and a flat-screen TV.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the water, and city buildings in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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380 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1B1
  • Place, Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre 200
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One-Bedroom Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a headboard, a framed abstract painting, and a window with curtains.

One-Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(124 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One-Bedroom Suite with Two Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed abstract painting, and a window with curtains.

One-Bedroom Suite with Two Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Harbour View Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a chair with a yellow pillow.

Harbour View Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(58 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite with Harbour View with Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

One Bedroom Suite with Harbour View with Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Not pet friendly

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a chair with a yellow pillow.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Not pet friendly

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Room STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Sydney

Heart of Sydney.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk. Centre 200 and Bethel Presbyterian Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Centre 200 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Canadian Legion Branch 128 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Joany's Pizza & Donair - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Simon Hotel Sydney

3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Sydney
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1055 square feet (98 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Simon Hotel Sydney. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 1055 sq ft of conference space
  • 98 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1989
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Simon Hotel Sydney offers 144 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (CAD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 18 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: CAD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2627T4501

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Cambridge Hotel Sydney
Cambridge Suites
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney
Cambridge Suites Sydney
Cambridge Sydney
Cambridge Sydney Hotel
Sydney Cambridge
Sydney Cambridge Hotel
Sydney Cambridge Suites
The Simon Hotel Sydney Hotel
The Simon Hotel Sydney Sydney
Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney
The Simon Hotel Sydney Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Simon Hotel Sydney to the airport?

The Simon Hotel Sydney is 8.5 mi (13-min drive) away from the Sydney, NS (YQY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Simon Hotel Sydney on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $209, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Simon Hotel Sydney.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Simon Hotel Sydney, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 15.00 and 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Simon Hotel Sydney?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 15 per night.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney have a pool?

The Simon Hotel Sydney does not have a pool.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Simon Hotel Sydney have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Simon Hotel Sydney to downtown Sydney?

The Simon Hotel Sydney is 0.1 mi away from Sydney.

The Simon Hotel Sydney Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 940 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1329 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ,nice staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, room was clean, the restaurant in the hotel was good, and it was a central location to the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay we will recommend to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, Room, Parking and breakfast were all great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the top spots to stay in Sydney. Walking distance to lots and right along the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Regina

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel is easy to find and staff was very welcoming. Parking is available in a lot adjacent to the hotel for $15/night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great . Easy parking . Dinner at hotel was amazing . Beds comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location adjacent to boardwalk; room met our requirement perfectly. Friendly, helpful and responsive staff. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was reasonably priced. All staff pleasant. Room was awesome. Parking was easy and secure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and clean😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great restaurant. And great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, rooms, staff were friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet room, friendly staff, modern, clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience, much better than, wonderful staff, great room, gym, location…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and Hotel were nice aswell as location.They dont a continental breakfast,but do have a nice restaurant where you can get a nice breakfast or meal. Parking is an extra charge but $15 a day not to bad. Overall we were pleased.👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service! Room was clean and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly clean and efficient. No problem storing luggage while I roamed around the town. Genuinely warm staff. Cheers D
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place to stay. Nice rooms, courteous staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025