Medusa Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel in Sydney

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 631
AED 694 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Room options

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Deluxe Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 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

Petite Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

About the neighborhood

Map
267 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • St Vincent’s Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Circular Quay - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Darlo Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eat Thai - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kitanda Bevs & Bites - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eat Fuh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gaku Robata Grill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Medusa Boutique Hotel

Boutique hotel remodeled 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:
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and concierge services
  • A computer station, free newspapers, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Medusa Boutique Hotel offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 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 transportation

  • No onsite 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of 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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out 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

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 449 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 449 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 449 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 449 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 449 reviews

Reviews

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

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

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice boutique hotel, really well positioned. I had top floor room so a couple of flights of stairs - didnt really worry me as ai didny have much luggage - but could be a barrier for others
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and the whole process was so easy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying here is an absolute pleasure. The hosts are just amazing, so friendly. Went above & beyond to make our stay that bit extra special. Very welcoming, clean & comfortable. I stayed with my teen daughter this place was Insta heaven for her. Great location. Easy uber everywhere. Highly recommend.

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

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Convenient to transport and restaurants. Staff extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Just fabulous!

Love the location, the quirkiness, the team and the building. Even though the furniture is now a little tired, it is still much nicer than your standard cookie cutter hotel design. Very welcoming and accommodating. Can’t wait to visit again once refurbished! Thanks Team Medusa for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Was quite self contained, very comfortable bed, and close to the hospital that we needed to be at. Was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, comfortable accommodation in a prime location. The staff were really lovely and brightened my day! Would recommend to others in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sean was very welcoming and gave us helpful information about the area when I checked in. The room was very clean and comfortable, great place to stay, I would definitely stay here again the next time I am in Sydney!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky and fun. Great location.

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming boutique hotel with great amenities. Coffee machine in the room was a welcome treat. Size of bedrooms enormous - loved the location as it was close to everything as well as great restaurants and public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

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

Central City Sanctuary

Such a lovely welcome and staff so delightful. So much character and lovely courtyard. Really central too. Thanks for making me feel so at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sepanta

Liked: Staff & service

cute but aging

cute hotel in cute neighborhood. bed was old, side boards needed a good clean, the room is slightly aged
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kaylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in Darlinghurst. Bus stop out front. Walk to everything! Staff fantastic. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only had one night at Medusa but it was very comfortable indeed. Very spacious room, very comfortable bed, lovely hot water and quiet. Clean with a tiny but good space for heating up a meal. Comfy occasional chairs and a large tv. Excellent area for a stay in Sydney. We had a top floor room which was quite a climb for older folk! Excellent reception. A great stay for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Silvana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great boutique style property, like a great big house with rooms and en-suites. Great older style hotel with lovely interiors, however it is in need of an upgrade, particularly the bathrooms, due to mould and flaky plaster etc. Cleanliness is also lacking in both the bathrooms and bedrooms. On our arrival, we booked a transfer to the airport for our Sunday checkout and when we went to confirm on the Saturday, we were told by another staff member, that they don't do checkouts on a Sunday. Even with these issues, we would probably stay again, as I like a small style hotel, staff are lovely and it's in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, Jesse, was very helpful in helping me retrieve my phone. He made multiple phone calls, and finally located it. Thank you! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Sydney at its best . 😊

Perfect . Top location in a safe area , lots of great restaurants and cafes . Easy access from airport by train , and to the city by bus, train or a 20 minute walk . Hotel is in a beautiful, large terrace . Very welcoming reception staff , who escorted me to my room , 206.... and what a room . First floor at the front , full width of the terrace with a balcony overlooking the street . Contemporary , comfortable , bespoke furniture and fittings . I turned the aircon off , and with plenty of fresh air through the louvred french doors , I had the best night's sleep . I had the enjoyed the experience at the Medusa Hotel , and look forward to my next stay . Thanks guys . 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Marian

Disliked: Staff & service
A very disappointing experience service wise. I left a pair of shoes in the room. I called and emailed and texted the next day to ask for them to retrieve them. Not until a day later did I get a response to say they could t see them but would check with housekeeping. It took them a daily call to respond to me by email three days later to check with housekeeping and to say they couldn’t find them and they may have been thrown away. Very, very upsetting - and disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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