Review from TripAdvisor.com on Metro Hotel Miranda

“Get the Refurbished Rooms”

Reviewed May 5, 2013

I stayed for one night, in a refurbished room on the fourth floor.

I must say the exterior of the building and the carpark give a decidedly "run down" feel upon arrival. The reception area is small and modest. I booked a room on the fourth floor after reading reviews on Trip Advisor.... and I am so glas I did.

The rooms have been refurbished to a very good standard. They are stylish, the furnishings are all good quality, and the bathroom was really great. It has a big shower (hot water came instantly when turned on which I love, as some hotels you can wait for 5 mins), lovely basin with chic tap ware. The bed and pillows were comfy, it had a nice large new TV.

I did speak to another guest staying in a non refurbished room, and the feedback was not good at all.

It is in a handy location, directly across from a Westfield, and only a very short stroll to a nice pub and selection of restaurants.

Next time I need to stay down this way, I will stay here again.

• Stayed May 2013, traveled on business
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Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g552106-d281267-r161546366-Metro_Hotel_Miranda-Miranda_Sutherland_Greater_Sydney_New_South_Wales.html

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Review of Metro Hotel Miranda on TripAdvisor.com

“pleasant stay”

Reviewed May 22, 2013

we arrived late for check in and noticed the door was locked. luckily there was someone on duty and we were given the access code to enter the hotel. we were lucky enough to be staying in the 4th floor as i did not previously requested for it. the rooms are clean and very spacious. it did look like it was refurbished a little. the lifts are old, slow and can be quite noisy but we were given the rooms furthur away so it was fine. the air conditioner is quite noisy but luckily for us we had a natural air-con just by opening the window.

the location is great for a overnight stay as we were planning to head to the south coast the next day. it is right beside westfields which makes it easier to just pop by to grab so brekkie at woolies or any nearby cafe. the car park is pretty big and its free!

• Stayed May 2013, traveled with family
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Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g552106-d281267-Reviews-Metro_Hotel_Miranda-Miranda_Sutherland_Greater_Sydney_New_South_Wales.html

To learn more about Metro Hotel Miranda or to book a room there, visit: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/sydney-hotels/metro-hotel-miranda-11

Review on TripAdvisor.com about Metro Hotel on Pitt

“Value the money!”

Reviewed May 14, 2013

It looks like an old style hotel, small room, no balcony nor a nice view...but it's clean and have a comfy mattress :) , located in the heart of Sydney, makes it a good location hotel with a good price. :) compare with another hotel which are more expensive on that area. Easy to go anywhere. 5 minutes walking to the museum train station or monorail, 10 minutes to the Harbour and Haymarket where you can find a lot of souvenir there. Affordable & comfort hotel in the city, definitely value for money!

• Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
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Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g255060-d256620-Reviews-Metro_Hotel_on_Pitt-Sydney_New_South_Wales.html

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“Great location and value for money”

Reviewed May 13, 2013

We stayed 2 nights at the Metro Hotel on Pitt. We chose the Executive Deluxe room, as we wanted to make sure we had a bit of room to move around in. It was a large room, and was really good having the extra little lounge area. Both nights were really quiet, no traffic noise except for the occasional siren. Large and lovely updated bathroom. The staff are nice and helpful. The TV wasn't that big as others have stated, but we didn't go there for that! We were far too busy enjoying Sydney. For the cost of the stay it was perfect. So close to everything, we walked everywhere. Would definitely stay again.

Room Tip: If you would like a bit more room choose the executive deluxe rooms

• Stayed May 2013, traveled as a couple
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Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g255060-d256620-Reviews-Metro_Hotel_on_Pitt-Sydney_New_South_Wales.html

Reviews from TripAdvisor.com on Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour

“A good family base for Sydney City exploring”

Reviewed May 1, 2013

We as a family of 4 wanted an affordable location close to the city - we got a great deal at Metro Darling Harbour.

The steps entering could be a problem for older/less able travellers, but we managed fine, and enjoyed the close proximity to Darling Harbour and public transport. Overall pretty good value for money and front desk staff very helpful and nice.

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• Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
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Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g255060-d256600-Reviews-Metro_Apartments_On_Darling_Harbour-Sydney_New_South_Wales.html

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“Harbour Views”

Reviewed April 30, 2013

Fantastic Location!!!! From our room it took about one minute to walk to Darling Harbor. I was travelling with two kids who are quite lazy and i knew they would not be up for walking every where. But we used the mono rail to get around and they had a blast. We went into town did shopping a few days and Powerhouse Museum, Wax Museum,Paddy's Markets, Maritime Museum, Jet Boats and Sydney Eye. Metro Apartment were central to all these locations and kids did not complain once. The view from our room was to die for. Thanks for a fantastic first weekend away for over 20yrs. Will defiantly be back.

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• Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
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Source: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g255060-d256600-Reviews-Metro_Apartments_On_Darling_Harbour-Sydney_New_South_Wales.html

Lay Your Weary Head at Metro Hotel Sydney Central

Always looking for a hotel when I'm in the city, for the night which is generally quite often for a myriad of occasions, I often book myself into the Metro Hotel Sydney Central.

Due to its location you couldn't ask for more. It is situated directly across from The Capitol Theatre and is moments away from some of the best attractions Sydney has to offer, such as Darling Harbour, Chinatown, Paddy's Market and World Square, where you, if like me, will leave with much less money in your purse then when you walked in. Now, if only you had someone to help carry those shopping bags back to the room!

Rooms have been recently refurbished and for this night, I stayed in a Double Deluxe room which was exactly what I needed for this little night out in the big smoke as they say. Come to think of it, I have always wondered who 'They' are. Haven't you?

To my surprise there is a pool on the rooftop where you can simply sit back and soak up the sun and relax for the few moments you have (or in my case 3 minutes). Yet, still it's nice to know that in a big city such as this you can find a pool to chill out and take it all in.

The restaurant is only opened for breakfast and this is probably due to so many eateries surrounding the area. You are quite spoiled for choice. To start your night off, I highly recommend The Palace Hotel which is a pub I found across the road in a mall next to Capitol Theatre.The food was amazing!

“Thanks a Lot” - Guest Review of Metro Hotel on Pitt

We visited the hotel in December for 3 nights and we were very pleased with it. We were lucky to have a lovely room with 2 double beds which were very comfortable. The room viewed the street and we had good facilities including a new television.

The location was first rate and we could easily walk to the 2 harbours. We used the China town restaurants which were great and as we are small eaters used local cheap cafes for breakfast.

If you don't want a full meal this is an easy option.However, like most reviewers, my main pro point was the Reception staff. They were probably the most helpful group I have met while travelling-first rate! I would happily use this hotel again.

Gillian J

Swansea, United Kingdom 

 

Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple

 

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Bed Tax Would Hurt Tourism, Hoteliers Warn

FORCING tourists to pay a bed tax would cost jobs in tourism industry, hoteliers are warning.

The Accommodation Association of Australia (AAA) has hit out a suggestion by NSW Local Government Minister Don Page that a bed tax would help tourism hubs pay for infrastructure and services strained by the influx of holiday visitors.

"The accommodation industry is strongly opposed to a bed tax in any shape or form," said AAA CEO Richard Munro.

"A bed tax would mean job losses in Australia's accommodation industry; it would be inevitable."
Mr Page made the suggestion after witnessing a surge in summer visitors in his electorate of Byron Bay during the Christmas and New Year period.

More than 1.5 million visitors visit Byron Bay each year, and the town is straining under the pressure.
"The reality is that the infrastructure can't cope and the question is: 'What do we do about it?' A bed tax is definitely an option," Mr Page told ABC radio on Thursday.

But the AAA's 2000 members said they would not support such a tax.

"If any level of government is considering introducing such a tax... it would be met with fierce resistance from operators of accommodation businesses and the broader tourism industry," Mr Munro said in a statement on Friday.

He said hoteliers already paid enough taxes and that government, not the industry, should fund infrastructure.

"Our industry already pays millions of dollars in council rates, state taxes and federal taxes every year, and having to pay more would be a disaster."