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Mercantile Hotel The Rocks

3.0 star property
3-star adults-only hotel near The Rocks Markets

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Comfort Double or Twin Room
Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Reception
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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25 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
  • Place, The Rocks Markets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Harbour Bridge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Double Room

Traditional Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Double Room

Traditional Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Sydney

The Rocks stay.With a stay at this The Rocks hotel, you'll be steps from Campbell’s Storehouses and The Rocks Markets. Ken Done Gallery and Foundation Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Rocks Markets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 8 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 13 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Squire's Landing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Junk Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Quay - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pancakes on the Rocks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Mercantile Hotel The Rocks

3-star adults-only hotel near The Rocks Markets
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Mercantile Hotel The Rocks also features dry cleaning/laundry services, a hair salon, and a front-desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sydney hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1915
  • Dry cleaning
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mercantile Hotel The Rocks offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Tuesday (noon - 7:00 PM) and Wednesday - Sunday (11:30 AM - 9:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Bar]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

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Mercantile The Rocks The Rocks
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mercantile Hotel The Rocks to the airport?

Mercantile Hotel The Rocks is 11.3 mi (26-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mercantile Hotel The Rocks?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercantile Hotel The Rocks on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $161, 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 Mercantile Hotel The Rocks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mercantile Hotel The Rocks.

How close is Mercantile Hotel The Rocks to the beach?

This hotel is 6.5 mi (35-min drive) from Bondi Beach and 6.8 mi (28-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mercantile Hotel The Rocks offer free breakfast?

Mercantile Hotel The Rocks does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mercantile Hotel The Rocks?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Mercantile Hotel The Rocks?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Mercantile Hotel The Rocks?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Mercantile Hotel The Rocks have a pool?

Mercantile Hotel The Rocks does not have a pool.

Does Mercantile Hotel The Rocks have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mercantile Hotel The Rocks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mercantile Hotel The Rocks to downtown Sydney?

Mercantile Hotel The Rocks is 0.7 mi away from Sydney.

Mercantile Hotel The Rocks Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 974 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 410 out of 974 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 974 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 974 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 974 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous food and accommodation in a unique and historic area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay. And, as always, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Roza and Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Always enjoy our stay at the Merc. Great food, good staff, excellent music & fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot great people
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk from circular quay, friendly staff, nice meals
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, so flexible, perfect location for everything.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, location, location

Great stay ( as always) excellent location, food & staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and flexible check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and polite. Hotel was in a great area, so easy to get around.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price and location for a stay if you are going on a cruise from Circular Quay. Rooms are older but clean, staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were friendly. Very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

madalin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here. Staff were so friendly. And it was a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location for a great price

Brilliant place to stay, great area and awesome price. The location cannot be understated
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Service at bar excellent and beautiful food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old fashioned place and room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Love the location, the Harbour Bridge end of George St. An Irish pub, great food, the staff are terrific, the hotel's very old, being renovated bit by bit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient and close to harbour
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the area,the staff are bright and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, very central in the city, close to the harbour and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, close to ferries, trains and restaurants/bars. Quiet affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old pub with old charm

If you like staying in pubs than this little old pub is great! Fantastic position almost under Sydney Harbour Bridge easy to get around
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed this wonderful old building and the modern bathroom facilities within it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022