International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk
Circular Quay - 5 min drive
Sydney Opera House - 6 min drive
Sydney Harbour Bridge - 7 min drive
Getting around
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 28 min drive
Exhibition Centre Station - 7 min walk
Sydney Central Station - 22 min walk
Sydney Circular Quay Station - 29 min walk
Convention Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
Exhibition Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
Restaurants
The Ternary - 3 min walk
Social Brew Cafe - 4 min walk
Atelier by Sofitel - 4 min walk
Club Millésime - 5 min walk
Two Sis Pyrmont - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Star Casino and International Convention Centre Sydney. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at PERCY, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Convention Light Rail Station is 3 minutes and Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station is 4 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (AUD 60 per day)
On-site parking is limited
On-site carport
Off-site parking nearby (AUD 50 per day; discounts available)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1888
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
24-hour fitness centre
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Deep-pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Reusable coffee/tea filters
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
PERCY – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 30 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Parking
Covered self-parking costs AUD 60 per day
Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 50 per day (82 ft away)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour Hotel
Ovolo 1888 Hotel
Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour
Ovolo 1888
Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour
The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo
Hotel Woolstore 1888 Sydney Handwritten Collection
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection Hotel
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection Pyrmont
Ovolo 1888
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection?
Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 60 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection also has a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, PERCY.
What's the area around Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection like?
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection is in Pyrmont, a short 3-minute walk from Convention Light Rail Station and 8 minutes' walk from Star Casino. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
14 December 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
11 December 2024
Air conditioning was faulty. It was heating when it should have been cooling. Very noisy. Only had 3hrs sleep.
Cameron
Cameron, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 December 2024
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 December 2024
Great location, close to darling harbour, loved everything about it
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Wade
Wade, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
31 October 2024
Chris
Chris, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
31 October 2024
DENNIS
DENNIS, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 October 2024
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
22 October 2024
Changed for the Worse
The Woolstore has changed owners and what was once a pleasant place for us to stay turned into a very poor venue. We were given a room on the first floor (which I believe was not the queen room we paid for) and as it was situated right above the speakers for the non functioning restaurant sleep was next to impossible.
When checking out this issue was reported to staff who explained it in terms of the change of ownership, a most unsatisfactory response. At the time we hadn’t checked the receipt to discover that we had been downgraded, we will pursue this via a separate email to the management.
Given this experience we will look for alternative accommodation options when we travel to Sydney in the future.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 October 2024
Carl
Carl, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Well located, clean and comfortable hotel.
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Renovated woolstore. Definitely got character. Bed very comfortable.
Small room, but if you're out and about it's not a problem.
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 September 2024
Close to light rail station. Walking distance to Darling Harbour. Very cozy ambience with old world feel. Attentive and helpful staff.
Keith Lawrence
Keith Lawrence, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Sofia
Sofia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Loved the conveniance to Darling harbour and the light train connection to Sydney CBD
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Exceptional Hotel.
Staff were very friendly and welcoming, the bed was extremely comfortable and what a delightful surprise to be offered free soft drinks and bottled water in the mini bar along with courtesy snacks.
The location is superb to access darling harbour and parking was a breeze with a a parking station right across the street.
Honestly I can’t recommend this hotel enough.
Solid 10/10. We’ll definitely be back.
Dimity
Dimity, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
This is a great hotel especially if you enjoy heritage buildings being converted into hotels. In a great area of central Sydney. The room was a little squeezy but the bathroom was plenty big enough (beware, though, that if you don't like getting your hair wet, the shower is one of those overhead simulated rainforest arrangements with no separate shower wand). The bed was comfortable, breakfast superb (excellent coffee) and really the hotel ticks all the boxes for a single traveller.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Great
Aziz
Aziz, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
mark
mark, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 September 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
The room we were in was so gorgeous! I love the ambience of the place, so easy to walk anywhere in the city, easy public transport, and just a great spot.
Rhea
Rhea, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 August 2024
Too small.
janelle
janelle, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2024
I knew from the photos that I'd enjoy the room. It's very comfortable. Very relaxed and welcoming.