Medusa Boutique Hotel

“Charming hotel, quirky decor, great service, convenient location.”

Ophidiophobics might not make the Medusa their first choice of hotel in Sydney (the decor is very much on theme, with a particularly grim painting in the sitting room and a snake-haired bronze head in our room) but otherwise the place is without fault. There’s no lift, and we were on the top floor,… more

Ophidiophobics might not make the Medusa their first choice of hotel in Sydney (the decor is very much on theme, with a particularly grim painting in the sitting room and a snake-haired bronze head in our room) but otherwise the place is without fault. There’s no lift, and we were on the top floor, but the delightful and effervescent Jesse welcomed us and wafted our two cases - a total of 37 kg! - up the stairs as if they contained nothing more than helium balloons and hummingbirds in flight. Thanks for your care and welcome! The room was quiet and spotless and we valued the coffee pods and coffee bags, as well as a selection of tea bags. The complimentary Maltesers and wine were an unexpected blessing. The aircon was insistent that we check the menu in relation to some fault or other: no idea how even to start doing that, but the aircon worked so it can’t be a major issue. WiFi was fine. Comfortable bed but watch yourself on the frame - it’s wooden, has hard edges, and projects out beyond the mattress. Ouch, barked shin, but I doubt I’ll scar and it will teach me not to be careless. No food at the hotel - we recommend Rusty Rabbit for breakfast (the café, not as an ingredient) and Fortuna or Elettropizza for supper. But there are many many eateries close by in this vibrant suburb. Travel to the hotel - whether from airport, Bondi or the harbour - is easy by bus or train: there’s a stop just outside for the half- hourly 511, but none of the other options are far away. If using Google Maps note the plethora of types of travel: T= train; L = light rail (tram); B = bus and M = metro. Depending on time of day some options are faster than others.

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“Beautiful but some rooms need updating”

Beautiful hotel in a great location. Staff were friendly and the building is so pretty! They let us check in early as well as leave our bags the following day before our train left-they were so accommodating. However our room had some water damage and the carpet didn't quite reach up to the walls..… more

Beautiful hotel in a great location. Staff were friendly and the building is so pretty! They let us check in early as well as leave our bags the following day before our train left-they were so accommodating. However our room had some water damage and the carpet didn't quite reach up to the walls....But overall, very nice.

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“Amazing boutique hotel in Sydney”

Amazing boutique hotel in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Close to Kings Cross train station and bus stop outside hotel for direct access to the city. Great communication by the hosts and the room was perfect. Love the small touches with the Nespresso coffee machine and included a bottle of wine and chocolat… more

Amazing boutique hotel in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Close to Kings Cross train station and bus stop outside hotel for direct access to the city. Great communication by the hosts and the room was perfect. Love the small touches with the Nespresso coffee machine and included a bottle of wine and chocolates. Would defiantly be staying here again next stay in Sydney and would be recommending to friends and family.

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“A wonderful stay”

I was looking forward to staying at the Medusa, and I was not disappointed. The building has a well maintained exterior, and the interior has modern decor with a nod to lovely period features. I checked in outside of reception hours, however the clear instructions received earlier in the morning … more

I was looking forward to staying at the Medusa, and I was not disappointed. The building has a well maintained exterior, and the interior has modern decor with a nod to lovely period features. I checked in outside of reception hours, however the clear instructions received earlier in the morning made check in a breeze. My room on the top floor, facing the street was very spacious with a fireplace, dining space and armchair. The room was spotless with the usual features (microwave, mini fridge, iron and ironing board) sparkling as well. The property was very quiet, and I slept well on the comfortable bed. The Medusa is in a great location, walking distance to Surry Hills and the CBD. There is a supermarket a couple of blocks away and plenty of great coffee and eating options. The Medusa is one of the best places I have stayed at in Sydney, and I’m looking forward to my return.

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