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Mercure Sydney (with kids)

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Mercure Sydney is 80% Kids-Friendly

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What are the highlights at Mercure Sydney (with kids)?

  1. Free rooftop pool, sauna, and 24/7 gym for family relaxation
  2. Platform 818 serves a dedicated kids’ menu and high chairs
  3. Within 6 mins drive to SEA LIFE Aquarium and WILD LIFE Zoo
  4. Accessible rooms with roll-in showers and extra beds on request
  5. Easy access via Airport Link and Haymarket metro station
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How Kids-Friendly is Mercure Sydney?

Family rooms with two double beds or interconnecting options fit four; heated indoor pool entertains; kids under 11 eat breakfast free; Darling Harbour playground and SEA LIFE are reachable on foot.

Considerations for visiting Mercure Sydney (with kids)

Good match for:

  • Urban Families: Close to city parks, playgrounds, and kid-friendly dining within walking distance.
  • Active Parents: Enjoy a rooftop gym and pool while kids splash under supervision.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Resort-Style Vacation Seekers: No outdoor water park or extensive resort grounds on site.
  • Budget-Conscious Families: Extra bed and breakfast fees can push total costs higher.

Transport & Nearby Access

Haymarket Station: 470m (6 min walk)

Metro access to Sydney CBD and Circular Quay.

Sydney Central Station: 540m (7 min walk)

Airport Link and regional trains depart here.

Sydney Airport: 6.9 km (19 mins drive)

Taxi or rideshare to the airport in under 20 mins.

Kids-Friendly Activities around Mercure Sydney

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium: 1.6 km (6 mins drive)

Explore 13,000+ marine animals under one roof.

Tip: Buy the family pass online to skip queues.

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo: 1.6 km (6 mins drive)

Get up close to kangaroos and koalas.

Tip: Visit at the 10 AM feeding time for interactive fun.

Darling Quarter Playground: 1.0 km (13 min walk)

Climb ropes, swings, and water jets for ages 3–12.

Tip: Bring swimwear so kids can enjoy the water jets.

Chinatown Dumpling Tour: 400m (5 min walk)

Taste dumpling varieties on Dixon Street.

Tip: Try soup dumplings at the night markets.

Map of Mercure Sydney

Address: 818-820 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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How to get to Mercure Sydney:

From Sydney Airport, take the Airport Link to Central Station (15 mins), then walk 7 mins (550m) to Mercure Sydney.

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Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Mercure Sydney:

Rooftop Heated Pool:

Indoor pool on level 11 with city views, free for guests.

Sauna:

Steam room next to the pool, open 06:00–22:00.

24-Hour Gym:

Treadmills, bikes, and weights with skyline views.

Wi-Fi in Public Areas:

Free high-speed internet in lobby and restaurant.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Children’s On-Demand Movies:

Animated films from A$8 per title.

In-Room Babysitting:

Trained sitter visits your room; surcharge applies.

Platform 818 Kids’ Menu:

Fish & chips A$15; high chairs and kids’ cutlery available.

Accessibility at Mercure Sydney:

All public areas are step-free. Elevators serve every floor. Wheelchairs available at the front desk.

Maximizing Your Stay Experience

  1. Morning Pool Session: Arrive by 08:00 to secure loungers and avoid peak pool crowds.
  2. Reserve Connecting Rooms: Request interconnecting rooms at booking for extra space.
  3. Order Kids’ Meals Early: Pre-order at Platform 818 to minimize waiting times.
  4. Prebook Aquarium Tickets: Buy SEA LIFE family passes online to skip the ticket line.

Reviews of Mercure Sydney

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Meliame Tafa

Meliame Tafa

Aug 2025

Was only here for a weekend trip but check in was overall what stood out the most for us. After a long, exhausting day, (especially with an infant), especially with flights and having to get our rental, our check in with one of the receptionist name Patricia, overall was amazing! She checked us in and made everything so seamless for us, which we were overall thankful for. I cannot thank her enough...

Darryl Shnier

Darryl Shnier

Jul 2025

location good. Basic room amenity good. Air conditioner not working when I arrived- needed maintenance to fix it. The air conditioner (fan) itself is very noisy. The shower- tends to leave the adjacent floor wet unless one carefully angles the shower head. Restaurant food- i had the fish as a main when i dined in. Reads better than it tastes. The presentation was good , but the fish texture and...

Tiffany Welch

Tiffany Welch

Jul 2025

Great location, perfect for winter get away with the kids swimming in the indoor pool. Buffet breakfast had a good variety. Room and beds comfortable. Only down fall was some rubbish not cleaned up from previous stay between beds and side table.

Kara Lackmann

Kara Lackmann

Jul 2025

We stayed for a short city break for our little family, enjoyed the close access to public transport. We found all staff to be friendly and approachable, the facilities were great, experienced the pool upstairs which my son loved, had a buffet breakfast one morning. The rooms were small, but it was all we really needed. Parking was easy as, a little pricey but the multiple entries was useful as wa...

Melissa Keevers

Melissa Keevers

Jul 2025

Very happy with our room. It was neat and clean. We stayed in a double family room. The room was not massive but completely functional and suited us perfectly. Had a lovely bath in the bathroom. Tea and coffee are available to make. We also enjoyed the city view. Breakfast was an absolute treat. Lots of gluten-free options and beautiful fresh fruits as well as traditional hot foods. Beautiful hot...

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About Mercure Sydney

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+61 2 9217 6666

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