Ace Hotel, Sydney
Expert reviews
“The Ace, 18 stories high with 257 rooms, is located in a magnificent early-20th-century building that vibrates with top-to-toe creative energy. Revived by Australia’s most in-demand interior architects, Flack Studio, the former brick factory has kept its old bones – high ceilings and exposed brick and concrete walls – offset with one-of-a-kind furniture, art, and bric-a-brac by the country’s best designers, artists, and makers.”
Featured in CN Traveler’s Hotlist 2023.
“This design-centric hotel in the inner-city neighbourhood of Surry Hills, Sydney’s coolest enclave, proves that there is more to Sydney than just its beaches and harbour. It’s ground floor bars and rooftop restaurant has made this a top-to-toe hang-out for Sydney’s in-the-know crowd.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
Located near the central business district, in the trendy and upscale Surry Hills area, the Ace Hotel Sydney is the brand’s first venture in the Southern Hemisphere. However, its execution is just as confident as any of their other hotels.
Housed in a 19th-century industrial building, it exudes a charming patina that embodies the essence of both the Ace brand and Australian culture. The designers have done an exceptional job in creating a space that constantly reminds guests of their unique location and the community they are a part of.
The rooms at Ace Hotel Sydney share the same aesthetic as their counterparts in North America. They feature vintage-inspired wool blankets, subtle retro touches, and a cozy atmosphere.
Some rooms even come equipped with turntables or acoustic guitars, while elements like exposed brick walls add an extra layer of visual interest.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
16 April 2026
Great location and interesting design.
Distance to Central station. The decor and overall design was great.
Room toilet door having a large gap at the top and no extractor fan to tackle bathroom odours.
16 April 2026
Great hotel would definitely recommend
Great room very spacious. Great staff, and good location
N/A
16 April 2026
Exceptional
Great location, just a short walk to Surry Hills where you’ll find plenty of lovely cafés and restaurants. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and we were lucky to stay on the 17th floor with a beautiful view. On our last day, the hotel surprised us with champagne to celebrate our stay at Ace—such a thoughtful gesture that made our first trip to Sydney even more memorable. Highly recommended for couples looking for a hotel with a lively and vibrant atmosphere. ✨
Room a bit small
15 April 2026
Very good
Good location, great staff, great public spaces
15 April 2026
A reasonable hotel on the edge of Surry Hills.
We had a medium-sized room, which was just big enough for the two of us and large bags after we moved the guitar in the room! It has a somewhat strange setup with the basin area within the main room. The shower and toilet are separate, so there is no big problem.
I thought the room was too dark at times as there was no main light. The shower was good, but nowhere to hang towels. Stupid!
15 April 2026
Very good
Email you when your room is ready & allow early check in. Friendly staff Quiet rooms Great location
Unsecured WiFi network. Uncomfortable pillows
14 April 2026
Short but sweet.
The location was amazing and wish I had more time to explore. Enjoyed the breakfast.
14 April 2026
Exceptional
The lobby and the whole vibe of the hotel. Location is fab. We always stay here when we visit Sydney
nothing faulted
12 April 2026
A great find!
Comfortable, super well fitted out. Staff were great and the whole place is really nice. Really great stay
I can imagine that the room would feel tight for two people. Great for solo traveller but there’s not much space if there’s more than one of you or if you had lots of luggage.
12 April 2026
Enjoyed our stay, will stay in the future.
This modern hotel radiates a fantastic vibe, and the attention to detail in the finishing touches certainly didn't go unnoticed. The quality of the products is evident, featuring a wonderful variety of unique items that truly stand out. Furthermore, the food was nothing short of exceptional.
The room was a little smaller than I expected.
11 April 2026
Very good
Kind of cool vibe
11 April 2026
Trendy, comfy and friendly
Very comfortable bed, clean and spacious, enough hanging space and lovely shower
Complimentary provisions were a bit stingy and there weren’t any wine glasses
11 April 2026
Fabulous
Great location, beautiful interior, clean
A bit too dark at night
11 April 2026
Exceptional
The Babe is met in the foyer who just came out from the Bar
I didn't get her name
10 April 2026
Good location fantastic staff and a lovely terrace
The decor and the room was clean and well maintained. The terrace was a bonus. The staff were outstanding and so helpful with storing bags and letting our daughters store theirs too when they arrived from a long drive. Can’t praise them enough.
Slightly expensive compared to others in the area. Very dark in the shower and toilet
10 April 2026
Great spot for Mardi Gras weekend
Went for king 1 bedroom, nice size, really nice fitout, great facilities, well stocked snacks and mini fridge if needed. Also great city location and views
7 April 2026
Exceptional
Modern hotel with cool vibe Building itself has a cool history
Not much actually
7 April 2026
Stylish and comfortable
Stylish well designed and great location. Good food and drinks. Excellent staff
Expensive off site parking
7 April 2026
Exceptional
N/A
the switch to the reading lamp is way up there and you have to prop yourself up to turn it on or off
6 April 2026
Nice stay overall
Good location and nice room .
The housekeeping can be improved.
6 April 2026
Very good
The fact that there was a lot of food options in the lobby, cleanliness and the professionalism of staff.
6 April 2026
It’s a really cool place to stay in a great location
It’s a great location with great facilities
There is nothing I didn’t like about the Ace
5 April 2026
A hotel for all 5 senses
A hotel for all 5 senses: the food was delicious, spaces immaculate, music on, comfiest beds my back has ever touched, the place smelled beautiful. A feast of art is scattered across the hotel, Julia Gutman spotted. Not much to say, close to perfect in vibe and hospitality
Staff at Loam and the bar (although lovely) can consider being a bit more helpful and problem solving. Loam particularly was unhelpful and turn down a reservation request abruptly.
4 April 2026
Excellent!
Brilliant stay at a friendly hotel. Ray was lovely on reception.
Nothing to dislike!
4 April 2026
Extremely friendly staff and spotlessly clean hotel!
Very cool hotel and extremely friendly staff. Ray was particularly friendly on reception and very helpful during check-in. I also reported, to him, that the light in the shower in one of our rooms was out and we returned to see it had been fixed.
Nothing to dislike!
4 April 2026
Best stay in Sydney, hands down!
The vibe! The decor! The art! The music! Love!
Nothing!
3 April 2026
Loved this stay, wish we could have stayed longer to experience everything more thoroughly - I guess we’ll just have to
Location, comfort of the room, the great amenities inside the hotel, the vibe - super cool!
Nothing!
3 April 2026
Very good
The staff, the feeling of the place, the rooftop bar.
I am old and.need to spend some time each day relaxing in my room.. There is nowhere to sit but the bed or a tiny stool which has no back and is too low for me to get up from. I can't drink tea nor read the SMH lying down.
2 April 2026
Beautiful hotel, very comfortable
Location, views and style of the rooms and lobby. Also appreciated the gym.
No coffee machine, pricy overall
1 April 2026
My husband and I had a great first trip to Sydney Ace hotel is located close to everything. Staff is very helpful and ou
Great location. Nice boutique style hotel with nice restaurants Clean and comfortable rooms
N/A
1 April 2026
Fabulous
The staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful
31 March 2026
Comfortable stay in the heart of Sydney. Covenient location. Great atmosphere and excellent service.
The design is cool. The room is comfortable (despite several review about the room is small), additionally, the staff are very helpful and attentive.
Roof top closed early.
30 March 2026
Stunning dulling!!!
Beautiful decor and art; great location, friendly staff.
Not a lot, honestly
29 March 2026
Exceptional
Great staff, convenient location, comfortable room.
Nothing we didn't like.
29 March 2026
Was a great hotel with great food and drink options in house and nearby. Great staff and service
The whole hotel was a great vibe. It was stylish, clean and had a nice feel. The rooms were good and had everything we needed. The locaiton was good, close to everything we wanted to do.
The bathroom design is a bit awkward and not great. Would be better if it was fully separate like other hotels.
28 March 2026
Great location ! Pop into Joe Blacks round the corner for a great coffee and very friendly staff
Great Vibe lovely restaurant s and bar Roof top bar great staff lovely
Nothing
27 March 2026
Fun hotel with a great vibe.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. My friend and I enjoyed a nice late lunch in the restaurant. And I had a cocktail in the bar in the evening. The bed was comfortable.
The shower door opened in such a way that I could not put the bathmat on the floor outside the shower. It was a little awkward. The light switches seemed to be in strange places too. Took some getting used to. And as an older guest, I found the door room numbers (carved in wood) impossible to read! I was in a room ending in 7, and I actually tried two other rooms (ending in 1 and 4) until I finally found the correct one!
26 March 2026
Great location and friendly staff
Great location. Staff were very friendly and helpful
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23 March 2026
Great hotel and great location.
Great design and comfy rooms
Staff a bit too cool
23 March 2026
Great hotel in a great location
Great location, great facilities, staff were all lovely and super helpful. All the in house food options were of a very high standard too and there are so many good restaurants and cafes near by Would definitely recommend to anyone that wants to stay central but it a more interesting location
The room lighting is very low but I think this is a style choice.
23 March 2026
Exceptional
Excellent accommodation so close to public transport and services. A special mention to Brian, a guided tour of the building, thank you Brian. We were able to walk to All destinations A must stay for next time. Jan Holian
Not anything really
23 March 2026
Very stylish hotel with a great vibe, good bar and facilities and very comfortable rooms.
Very cool, stylish and comfortable hotel. The rooms are very comfortable and well styled, very clean and great facilities - the beds and pillows were really comfortable, complimentary robes, really nice shampoo, conditioner and shower gel provided, free tea and coffee, excellent snack bar options. The downstairs bar and cafe is a really nice spot for a drink, and they do an excellent martini. Location is convenient for public transport and also a short walk to Surry Hills and the CBD. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to treat yourself with a stay in the city.
No real issues to report.
22 March 2026
Exceptional
Lovely staff who rescued me when I arrived sans toothpaste. Very helpful and gave me a room upgrade - completely unexpected, but a lovely gesture, thank you.
room number was hard to see
22 March 2026
Would definitely come back!
Clean rooms, comfy beds, vibrant hotel. Super nice staff at the front desk.
Nothing
22 March 2026
Exceptional
Excellently located, close to transport options. The rooms were very comfy, and room service arrived in a flash
19 March 2026
Very good
Hip
Small rooms for large suitcases ;)
17 March 2026
A great hotel for a work trip. I look forward to heading back there again, with the family.
This place was very cool, relaxed, but highly professional. Well done..! The rooftop bar/restaurant is great. The rooms are also very good and of high quality.
Not much actually. It was actually very good.
17 March 2026
Exceptional
Clean, spacious and well appointed stylish room. Everything needed for few nights, and the layout was extremely functional. Brilliant facilities and bar and Cafe were both excellent. Location is convenient to both town and the railway station. Can't fault it.
Nothing really. Price is on par with other venues of this level.
16 March 2026
a much needed respite
great location, great amenities, great staff, extremely comfortable and beautiful
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Bike tours
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Bicycle rental
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Visual aids: Tactile signs
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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17 April 2026
Peaceful, well located, calming environment in in the heart of the city! Hard to find but they made it happen!