The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo vs Altamont Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels
Both properties are praised by experts. On balance, Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour is preferred by most writers compared to Altamont Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels. Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour is ranked #18 in Sydney with approval from 7 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Insight Guides and Fodor's.
The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo
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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."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The 90-room 1888 Hotel by 8Hotels is a trendy boutique property in the heart of Sydney's Darling Harbour area."
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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."
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Travel + Leisure
"Despite its historic wool warehouse location, the Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour is nothing if not contemporary."
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Altamont Hotel Sydney - by 8Hotels
207 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst, Sydney, New South Wales 2063
From $0 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Flatscreen TV
Concierge
"Leafy, arty, shabby-chic Darlinghurst makes the perfect setting for this hip and budget-friendly hotel."
Lonely Planet
"Altamont flagged the end of '60s peace and love, but here in Darlinghurst, the good times continue unabated."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This Colonial mansion turned nightclub turned boutique hotel has a rock 'n roll history, having been frequented by celebrities like Madonna and the Rolling Stones."
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DK Eyewitness
"At this fun budget hotel, all rooms have cable TV and solid, comfy wooden furniture."
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There are discount weekly rates and a few top-quality backpacker rooms: they fill up quickly, so book them early.
Time Out
"This is the hotel equivalent of Stella McCartney designing a collection for H&M – luxury on a sensible budget."
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