The room at Polly's house provided a great base for exploring inner Sydney. It's close to the train that'll take you right into the CBD, and has buses leaving very close by that will take you right to the beach or into Newtown, where you can enjoy cozy bars and good food. The room is not the biggest I've ever had, but since I wasn't planning on staying in my room all day that was not a problem. If you're there to explore the city, this is a great place to stay.