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The General Gordon

Sydney - NSW · Australia

20 Swain StView location

9.6/10Excellent187 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.6/109.6
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About The General Gordon

At The General Gordon, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Featured amenities include ATM/banking services and an elevator. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Enmore Theatre - 2. 6 km / 1.

6 mi- King Street - 3 km / 1. 9 mi- University of Sydney - 3. 7 km / 2. 3 mi- Carriageworks - 4 km / 2. 5 mi- Royal Prince Alfred Hospital - 4. 2 km / 2. 6 mi- University of Technology Sydney - 5.

7 km / 3. 5 mi- Crown Street - 6 km / 3. 7 mi- Market City - 6. 1 km / 3. 8 mi- Castlereagh Street - 6. 4 km / 4 mi- Metro Theatre - 6. 8 km / 4. 2 mi- Powerhouse Museum - 6.

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8 km / 4. 2 mi- Hordern Pavilion - 7. 1 km / 4. 4 mi- State Theatre - 7. 3 km / 4. 5 mi- Capitol Theatre - 7. 4 km / 4. 6 mi- Royal Randwick Racecourse - 7. 5 km / 4. 7 mi.

The nearest major airport is Sydney Airport (SYD) - 4. 7 km / 2. 9 mi With a stay at The General Gordon in Sydney (Sydenham), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Hyde Park and University of Sydney. This hotel is 5. 1 mi (8.

2 km) from Star Casino and 5. 7 mi (9. 1 km) from White Bay Cruise Terminal.

With a stay at The General Gordon in Sydney (Sydenham), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Sydney and Capitol Theatre. This hotel is 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from Circular Quay and 7 mi (11.2 km) from Sydney Opera House.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include ATM/banking services and an elevator.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Concierge
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Sydney Park 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Meriton Retail Precinct Mascot Central 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Enmore Theatre 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
King Street 3 km / 1.9 mi
University of Sydney 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Carriageworks 4 km / 2.5 mi
University of Technology Sydney 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Crown Street 6 km / 3.7 mi
Central Park 6 km / 3.7 mi
Market City 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Entertainment Quarter 7 km / 4.3 mi
Hordern Pavilion 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
State Theatre 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
Capitol Theatre 7.4 km / 4.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 8
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Lift access
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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  • Room AccessibleRoom • AccessibleROO.H6

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.H6

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  • DOUBLE PREMIUM QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • PREMIUM QUEEN BEDDBL.PI-QN

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE PREMIUM QUEEN BED

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    PREMIUM QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.PI-QN

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedDBL.H6-QN

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The General Gordon

9.6
Excellent
187 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Daniel
Pleasant atmosphere. Good food but a little pricey. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony sipping a drink. Huge shower head. Very hot water. Overall, FANTASTIC stay. Also, very convenient public transportation. Sydenham Train station across the street. Instead of taking expensive train to/from domestic or international airport, easy to use bus 420 to Mascot station then 358 to Sydenham. Cost was $1.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Julie
SO convenient for train, and SO quiet, even though rooms are above the pub. And easy checkout- just dropping key at lift entrance
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Adrian
Love staying at this pace! It’s so comfortable and the food at the restaurant downstairs is superb!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
charles
Parking was inconvenient, as no car park at hotel, nice bar & cafe, good location
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2026
Dustin
The staff were great. You have to order room service at the bar and then bring it up to you however which could be something to note. However, the staff are really friendly and overall was a good experience. The TV connection in the room was a bit glitchy a shame specially during World Cup.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Janette
Great location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
jeff
Convenient location, excellent staff.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Claire
Room very comfortable and spacious. So convenient to be across from train station.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Bradley
Not only is the General Gordon in a super convenient and quit location, the pub and beer garden below go off. Aside from the location and vibes, the rooms are spacious, quaintly styled, and the bathrooms are stunning with a fresh renovation. On-top of it all the beds are consistently comfy and the process for checking in and out couldnt be easier. Will definitely be staying again.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Madelaine
Great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Scott
Great room and great pub
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Susan
great spaces
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Benjamin
Very nice room with lots of space, surprisingly quiet!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Oct 2025
Candy
This property was very clean. Location was very close to the train station and international airport terminal. Guest should know that there is no one on duty before 10am. We needed to call a taxi and no one to help as we were from the states and did not have service. This was the only down fall but overall it was excellent
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Oct 2025
Sylvia
Room and staff excellent, very handy for rail station opposite. No breakfast available, but bakery nearby. Pub very noisy in the evenings, but rooms were quiet.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Jodie
very lovely experience, Staff very efficient, food was great, lovely new decor and atmosphere. Room was clean, comfy and quiet with the double glazed windows.
Have already recommended to many friends
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2025
Barry
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Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2025
Tammy

Perfect place to be close to the airport.

Fantastic hotel in the perfect location for a quick trip to the airport. Hotel meal and drinks were wonderful. Rooms are clean and comfortable. A great find - will choose here every time over the more expensive hotels near the airport.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Meredith
Convenient place to stay for where we needed to be net family. Rooms are great. And the meals and atmosphere is n the pub is fantastic
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Aug 2025
James
Great service
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Superb

Excellent customer service.The room was superb.They should please add body cream to their collection of shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.Highly recommended.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Cara
Very clean and modern, good location and quiet even though it is a pub
Business Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2025
Matthew
While this is outside of their control, they are directly under the flight path to Sydney airports major runway. There is a curfew in place from 11 pm to 6 am but at 6:01 you will hear planes landing, being so close to the runway, and they will wake you up. Ended up buying ear plugs to sleep past 6am.
The room was in good condition, nice comfy bed, and even though it is above a pub, did not hear anything from the below pub. Friendly staff.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2025
Chris O
Excellent
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Brian
Great meal, good price, nice room, great cleanliness, and the room was extremely quiet.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2025
Andrew
I liked the value and overall condition of the pub. It's well looked after, clean and is in an excellent location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Barend
Na
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2025
James
Room had obviously been remodeled recently and it was great! Also, you can come and go from the accomodation without having to go through the bistro/ bar. Very convenient location directly across from train station and close to variety of food outlets!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Greg
Good stay
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Ankur
Always my go to place during visit in Sydney
Business_and_leisure
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2025
Chris O
Very Good and great service
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2025
Jocasta
Lovely hotel, nicely renovated, good restaurant. Only thing we didn’t like was dogs in the bar.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Andrew
Tidy rooms and little or no noise from the pub and bistro below.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Barend
Nice food and admosfear
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Peter
My wife and I enjoyed our one night stay at General Gordon. The rooms were well decorated, clean and spacious. Parking was a hassle but this is inner suburban Sydney. We'd definitely stay here again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2025
Benjamin
Nice room with en suite bathroom.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2025
Lyn
Very clean comfortable and safe accommodation and friendly helpful staff
Parking a problem because of council roadworks happening right next to hotel so not their fault
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
There is no one at check-in counter, no bell or no phone to catch the staff. We just needed to wait until someone notice.
If you don’t have enough staff, you should put something which I can reach to the staff.
Room was clean and nice tidy. Good point to having a choice of pillows.
But there is no door for the bathroom…..
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2025
Alan
Was worried about aircraft noise as the hotel is under flight path. Very surprised as couldn't hear a thing. Very quiet & comfy overall. Great facilities. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Peter
Brand new, clean rooms. Modern fixtures
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2025
James
The check in staff were very friendly and the room was comfortable and quiet. I would stay here again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
Kerry
It was in a perfect location for us to fly in from country NSW, $30 cab fare between airport & motel, walk to and from a concert at the Factory Theatre, then fly home in the morning. A quick trip but everything was well up to standard and we'll definitely stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2025
Karina
The room was beautiful, clean and comfortable. There was a balcony with a view and it was easy walking distance from a lot of facilities including a major train station. Staff were helpful, and there is a restaurant on site. Parking is limited, but there are options available that don't mean moving your car too often. It is very close to the airport, which is convenient, but noisy. We slept through it beautifully though.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2025
Katrina
Great location, very convenient.
Quiet inside, which is good because it is right under the flight zone. Outside it is almost deafening but inside I didn't even notice it.
Food at the bistro downstairs is yummy. Lost of vegan options.
No parking on site, but was able to find some in the nearby area. Not great during the day though as there is tight restrictions, best to leave the car home and catch the speedy train to Sydenham instead.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
Anne
Extremely deceptive from the outside.
The service, the food and the accommodation couldn’t fault.
My husband loved the plane’s flying over our balcony.
They stop at 11pm so no impingement on sleep. Will stay again.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Rod
It was recently renovated. It’s an excellent Reno with great finishes. Club downstairs was fantastic, great meals and excellent vibe.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Dec 2024
Greg
Great Pub good location
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
Jan
Awesome accommodation & location & public transport right outside the door!
Superb
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Erin

Great little find just outside the city

Friendly staff. Great convenient location to get to the city. Delicious food and cocktails downstairs. Nice clean new bathroom and comfy bedding.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Sally
Funky and modern accommodation. Great location with easy public transport and great food and bar area onsite. We loved our stay. Thank you.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Richard
En suite very small and no screen/door btwn the toilet and the bed. Nowhere to put anything in the en suite.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2024
Christopher
Fantastic room, very quiet, great location!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Oct 2024
Arthur
No staff on site at checkout time
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
19 Oct 2024
Verified traveler
Great hotel but parking is a nightmare on a Saturday
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
Angela
Doesn’t feel like a pub stay. Beautiful room. Comfy bed quiet!
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2024
Stephen
Clean, check in average, no parking was a drawback
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2024
Stephen
Spotless room and the food at the bistro was amazing!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Julie
So central to train, so quiet above the pub. And key drop at the lift means no chasing staff to check out
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Lynelle
Great stay. Very close to Camelot Lounge.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
John
GREAT FOR CAMELOT LOUNGE, EASY TO STAY THERE STAFF ARE GREAT
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
Stephen
Nice quiet rooms. Excellent location, proximity to Marrickville.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
20 Aug 2024
dale
Noise very loud.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2024
Bryan

Top star General.

Booked because I wanted a non-chain hotel. The General Gordon packs a lot of charm and service into its walls. Sydenham train station is directly across the street, and it was a direct line to Circular Quay - just a great location. Quiet residential street otherwise. I would stay again and again if ever back in Sydney.
Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2024
Shona
Beautiful room and well appointed.
Awkward ensuite and no door to same
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2024
K
Always a lovely stay. Great location right next to the train station, love the pub downstairs. Awesome.
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2024
CHRIS

Best accommodation for a Camerlot lounge show

Room was clean and comfortable and tastefully designed. Perfect place to stay when see a show at the Camerlot lounge
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2024
Daniel
Close to airport
Good food and convenience
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2024
Natarsha
Excellent and comfortable stay whilst visiting family in Marrickville. Super convenient next to the station, and so pleasantly surprised at how quiet the rooms were. We ate downstairs in teh bistro also, which has delicious food. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
Thom
A nice restaurant and bar. Close to the airport.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2024
Barend Frederik
Great for travel
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2024
Christopher
Room was right above the train station intersection and under the SYD flightpath. Room was so quiet. Maybe one or two planes could mutely be heard. Security was always wandering the facilities. Close to train station and walking distance to Marrickville. Staff was very accommodating. Thanks to the whole staff. I'll be back. Chris
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
Marty
Amazing!
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2024
Julie
Be great if there was a shelf in the shower- nowhere to put shampoos etc. wifi barely worked. And if there were light switches for the bed lamps, I certainly couldn’t find them
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2024
Holly
A good vibe to the hotel, great service and the dining in options are great! Bedrooms nice and clean, comfortable to stay in. Walking distance to local coffee shops and convenient stores.
Business
2/10
Poor
21 Feb 2024
Julie
The room was not the layout of what I had booked. Felt like a run of house small economy room rather than a deluxe queen, noting the bathroom was tiny obscure shaped wedged into the corner, and no shower door meant water was sprayed onto the toilet. Really disappointed noting there are no pictures of this room configuration, so it was not expected. The other reviews were deceiving, I won't stay here again.
Self

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20 Swain St, Sydenham, Australia

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