The Bar/Lounge at Ovolo Woolloomooloo

"The vibe is less of-the-moment since W moved on, and the excellent Water Bar is closed for renovations, but it's still a good bet for style-conscious travelers craving waterfront status"

"Sip fabulous cocktails at the awardwinning Water Bar and enjoy the luxury robes and Aveda bath products"

"Blue Café, in the heart of the wharf, offers breakfast and bistro fare; unwind with a cocktail on the banquettes at Water Bar"

"There are nice touches such as complimentary minibar and, if you book directly with the hotel, breakfast is thrown in and there's a free happy hour in the bar"

"Goose down bedding, plush furnishings, walk-in showers, and in-room iPads make modern travelers feel right at home, and the bar that runs the length of the central atrium—hanging Swarovski crystals shine pink and purple in the evening candlelight—often hosts fashion shows and cocktail events"

"The 24-hour Lo Lounge serves drinks and light snacks, and the indoor pool and gym were upgraded in 2015"

"The hotel’s restaurant, Blue Café, is also home to the Waterbar, a theatrically lit cocktail lounge with plush velvet banquettes"

"The quirkily colored, casual Lo Lounge includes a bar, pool table, retro arcade games, bakery, work station, booths, and relaxation zones"

"Amenities run to flat-screen TVs with international channels, iPod docking stations, video game capabilities, wired and wireless Internet access (fee), cordless phones with voice mail, safes, minibars, coffeemakers, and varying storage space with irons and ironing boards"

"The hotel's sole dining room, Lo Lounge, serves all-day nibbles and drinks"