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The Woolstore 1888 by OvolovsThe Langham, Sydney
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Langham, Sydney is preferred by most professionals compared to Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour. The Langham, Sydney comes in at 96 with endorsements from 17 reviewers such as Hideaway Report, DK Eyewitness and Jetsetter.
The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
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
OysterUpscale
"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
The Langham, Sydney Insight Guides Jetsetter
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Gayot Fodor's Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
89 - 113 Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $286/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides "One of the grandest and most luxurious hotels in Sydney. Owned by the Orient Express, it has the aura of European grand hotels, although it was built in the 1990s."
Jetsetter "There’s nothing like life in the Rocks. Sydney’s hip and distinguished neighborhood is home to some of the oldest bars and restaurants in the city, and one of its most esteemed escapes:..." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Book a package at the renowned day spa when you stay at this absolute luxury hotel."
Time Out "The five-star hotel has 96 luxurious guest suites and houses the award-winning, French-style Galileo Restaurant along with the Globe Bar and Brasserie." Full review
Star Service "On the western edge of Australia's oldest British settlement, overlooking Walsh Bay and not Sydney Cove, this luxury outpost is a prime property in Langham International's prodigious portfolio." Full review
Rough Guide "A glamorous option in a quiet location, with famous afternoon teas and a spacious underground pool. Some rooms look over to Observatory Hill and Walsh Bay. $350."
Frommer's "I love the opulence of this hotel, and love staying here." Full review
Gayot "A high-end retreat in the heart of Sydney, the city's iconic Observatory Hotel has been refreshed and rebranded by the sophisticated Langham group."
Fodor's "More English country manor than inner-city hotel, this gorgeous property feels like a decadent, luxurious sanctuary." Full review
Afar Magazine "A longtime favorite among royalty, rock stars, actors, and visiting dignitaries, the Langham hotel completed a $30 million renovation in December 2014." Full review
