The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star Colonial hotel near Circular Quay

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The exterior of the Ord Nelson Hotel, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a brewery.
A bustling restaurant with a bar area, wooden beams, and a hanging barrel.
An outdoor seating area at Lord Nelson Brewery with patrons dining and drinking.
A bar area with a counter, various bottles, and a chalkboard menu listing specials.
A bedroom with a large bed, two windows with shutters, a stone wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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19 Kent Street, Millers Point, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Sydney Observatory
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Harbour Bridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Sydney

Heart of Sydney.Within a 15-minute walk of this Millers Point hotel, you'll find Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sydney Opera House and Star Casino are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Barangaroo Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sydney Observatory - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Rocks Markets - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 11 min walk
  • Wynyard Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blu Bar on 36 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Munich Brauhaus - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Australian Heritage Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

3-star Colonial hotel near Circular Quay
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered on select days. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Sydney hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1841
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel offers 7 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs.

This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (AUD 69 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • 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.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 25 and December 26.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 69 per day (3281 ft away)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Lord Nelson Brewery Inn
THE LORD NELSON BREWERY HOTEL Inn
THE LORD NELSON BREWERY HOTEL Millers Point
THE LORD NELSON BREWERY HOTEL Inn Millers Point

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel to the airport?

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel is 8.7 mi (24-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel.

How close is The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 9.4 mi (33-min drive) from Manly Beach and 6.6 mi (34-min drive) from Bondi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel have a pool?

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel to downtown Sydney?

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Sydney.

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 755 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything in Sydney and the meal at the restaurant was excellent quality and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Helpful staff. Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is just such a charming, great place to stay while in Sydney !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a room in a pub it was everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. The pub was so great we ate lunch AND dinner there! Super location for walking harbor and nearby park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, confortable room and we enjoyed eating in the pub. The Sunday Roast was delicious and huge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Good location and would recommend booking direct
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such lovely staff and such a cute old hotel. Highly recommend. Beautiful rooms and fantastic location. Only drawback is no elevator.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Very good location for walking about. And the beer is delicious! We would return for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little old hotel off the busy side of the rocks Great location close to the Circler Quay . Lots of character, comfortable bed and room. Food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely pub, good sized rooms. Shower heads and mattresses could do with an upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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No real services but a nice historic hotel with a brewery and pub along with a nice restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to Rocks, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour and the city. Tiny room but fine if you just want a spot to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff the manager on duty was very helpful and even helped us with our luggage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay away from the crowds of the rocks. Metro nearby and easy walk to circular quay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at The Lord Nelson, love the location too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, very clean rooms, amazing historic building.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, helpful, fantastic location, interesting historical place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Pleasant rooms, great ambiance, friendly staff, beautiful bar. We shall return whenever we visit Sydney.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025