The Woolstore 1888 by OvolovsMacleay Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour scores significantly better than Macleay Hotel. Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour is ranked #18 in Sydney with praise from 7 sources such as Lonely Planet, oyster.com and Insight Guides.
The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo
139 Murray Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2009
From $135/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Insight Guides
"Sydney's newest boutique hotel, housed in a converted wool store, has exposed brick walls, high ceilings and huge period windows."
Fodor's
"This former wool warehouse has been turned into one of Sydney's most cutting-edge designer hotels." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 90-room 1888 Hotel by 8Hotels is a trendy boutique property in the heart of Sydney's Darling Harbour area." Full review
Afar Magazine
"What used to be a wool shed in the middle of a sheep farming area is now a youthful hotel that celebrates the Pyrmont district’s heritage while featuring the full suite of modern amenities." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Despite its historic wool warehouse location, the Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour is nothing if not contemporary." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"The location is ideal – a serene spot near Darling Harbour – and the feel is fun and relaxed." Full review
Jetsetter
"Industrial-chic sleep in the heart of Darling Harbour, with mid-century furniture, colorful art, and daily happy hours." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A Darling Harbour design hotel with an art-daubed attitude appeals to globetrotting Instagrammers." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"In a heritage-listed wool store, this stylish gem combines stark industrial minimalism with the warmth of ironbark wood beams and luxury appointments." Full review
Macleay Hotel
28 Macleay Street, Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011
From $85/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
DK Eyewitness
"There are excellent value weekly rates available at this hotel. The clean apartments have well-equipped kitchenettes and are a great choice for busy travellers."
Lonely Planet
"At the posh end of Potts Point, surrounded by fabulous restaurants, is this understated hotel." Full review
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Ask for a room on a higher floor for city and harbour views.
Travel + Leisure
"A collection of serviced apartments, meaning you get a handy kitchenette with any room you book. It’s also an affordable housing option." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"There are 126 rooms in this modern, mid-range hotel with eco-friendly inclinations." Full review