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Medusa Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
The attentive staff at this Sydney hotel helps travelers uncover hidden gems while convenient amenities near Hyde Park create a home-like atmosphere

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Medusa Boutique Hotel sits in the heart of Sydney with a warm, welcoming vibe. Guests can plan their day using in-room WiFi while the staff handles practical needs like dry cleaning, luggage storage, and providing insider tips for exploring the city.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

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Room options

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Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Velvet Suite

Velvet Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium King

Premium King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2025
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Velvet Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Petite Double Room | Private kitchen

Petite Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Medusa Suite with Balcony

Medusa Suite with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
TV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Petite Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Medusa Suite With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Grand Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Darlinghurst, a neighbourhood in Sydney, Medusa Boutique Hotel is near the airport and near a train station. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Accor Stadium.
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267 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • St Vincent’s Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • William Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oxford Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 3 min drive
  • Kings Cross Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eat Thai - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Darlo Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Una's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gazi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fable - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Medusa Boutique Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel renovated in 2025 and located near St Vincent’s Hospital
Located close to Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, Medusa Boutique Hotel provides a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Free newspapers, a computer station and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Medusa Boutique Hotel feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, kitchenettes and mini fridges

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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 transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1800
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - August 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Medusa Darlinghurst
Medusa Hotel
Medusa Hotel Darlinghurst
Medusa Boutique Hotel Darlinghurst
Medusa Boutique Hotel
Medusa Boutique Darlinghurst
Medusa Boutique Hotel Hotel
Medusa Boutique Hotel Darlinghurst
Medusa Boutique Hotel Hotel Darlinghurst

Frequently asked questions

Is Medusa Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Medusa Boutique Hotel?

As of 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Medusa Boutique Hotel on 26 Jan 2026 start from AU$234.77, including 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.

How much is parking at Medusa Boutique Hotel?

Medusa Boutique Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Medusa Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Medusa Boutique Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Medusa Boutique Hotel located?

Located in Darlinghurst, this boutique hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of St Vincent’s Hospital, Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Overseas Passenger Terminal and University of Sydney are also within 3 mi (5 km). Kings Cross Station is 5 minutes by foot and Museum Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Medusa Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 459 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 459 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 459 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 459 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 459 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, well appointed room, helpful friendly staff. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely nice and helpful. The room was also quite nice- well decorated, comfortable, and clean. The ice cream bars and fruit were a nice touch as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrifically stylish and comfortable. The new Medusa isn’t just a place stay when you visit Sydney: it’s a destination all by itself.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at the Medusa. Great location, so charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I can definitely recommend this hotel

Very friendly hotel with professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

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

Fab stay!

Awesome location, lovely hotel and apartment and super friendly helpful staff. Will definitely come back to stay when in Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great neighbourhood, clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and a really interesting place to stay. Loved the lounge area, really well done a great ambience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wen Yao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amazing zoom and amenity and super helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room and bed were comfortable. Great location for shops bars and transport links, but still quiet enough for relaxation. Enjoyed our stay and would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lachie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to good dining options and walkable to Hyde Park and Surry Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Lovely service. Wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel Medusa was exactly what we like in a boutique hotel. Clean, quaint and very well located. The staff was over the top friendly and as a bonus the price was very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana

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

Absolutely fabulous hotel and staff

Absolutely fabulous stay. Great location with easy access to transportation, dining, shops, etc. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room with everything we needed. A few nice touches here and there too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old property, large room and very quiet at night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

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

Great location, lovely boutique hotel

Medusa hotel is situated 5 minutes walk from Kings Cross metro making it easy to get to the city centre. The staff couldn’t be more helpful.
Medusa entrance hall
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a fanatstic stay, so close to everything with a pub straight across the road. Beds were comfortable and room was neat and tidy with complimentary mini bar including wine we couldn't have asked for better.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Loved our night at the Medusa. Great location, comfy bed n pillows and super friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm professional greeting. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is accommodating and efficient, and the cleanliness and amenities are brilliant. And what a great location, not too close to City Center but easily accessible!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dharmendra

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

Down under trip

Lovely staff Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Cute accommodation, excellent staff, Aesop products - what's not to love. Thank you, Medusa, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved being in the heart of things in Darlinghurst, staff were terrific. Our room was spacious & comfirtable & gorgeous with an amazing and huge balcony over the tree-lined street.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024