Vulcan Hotel Sydney

Hotels
8.2 (1567 reviews)
500 Wattle Street, Ultimo , Sydney , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Small rooms
Late breakfast start
Bathroom cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
Bathrooms were reported as mouldy and there was dust in some rooms.
Service
9.13
Staff were friendly and helpful, providing excellent service during stay.
Location
9.17
Great location near Chinatown and central station, convenient for sightseeing.
Room Quality
7.62
Rooms were described as small and dated, needing renovation.
Amenities
8.15
Good amenities but some guests preferred additional options for dining.
Value for Money
8.61
Perceived as good value considering location and service provided.
Food and Beverage
7.16
Breakfast starting too late and limited variety mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.13
Positive experiences overall despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 18:32

Property Description

Historic Architecture with Modern Interiors
Vulcan Hotel, located just a 5-minute walk from the University of Technology (UTS), offers a unique blend of historic architecture and modern interiors. The boutique hotel's design is a harmonious fusion of the past and the present, creating a charming and inviting atmosphere for guests.

Convenient Location
Situated in Ultimo, the hotel is within walking distance of TAFE Ultimo, The Powerhouse Museum, Darling Harbour, and Sydney Central Station. This prime location allows guests to easily explore and experience the vibrant city of Sydney without having to travel far.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
The air-conditioned rooms at Vulcan Hotel are thoughtfully designed to provide guests with a comfortable stay. Each room features amenities such as high-speed WiFi, a smart TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Additionally, guests can enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, iron, and board.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of history and modernity at Vulcan Hotel? Book your stay now and enjoy a memorable visit to Sydney.

Important information:

Please note that the property requires an AUD 50 credit card pre-authorization upon arrival, to cover any incidental charges or damage to the property.

Guests are required to show government-issued photo identification (passport or driver's license) upon check-in.

The minimum age to check-in is 18.

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa and Mastercard , 2% for American Express and Union Pay and 3% for JCB

Please note that the reception desk is staffed from 07:00 to 22:00, however 24-hour check-in is available.

Please reach out to the hotel for arrangements for late check-ins.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 28 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for AUD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1567 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 7.62
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 7.16
Overall Experience: 8.13
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Francisco • family_with_children • pt
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

None

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Coddington • family_with_children • au
7
Very convenient.
Pros:

The room was clean.

Cons:

Very small room

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Kara • couple • gb
10
Excellent and Chess ( receptionist -was great 😊 a fantastic
Pros:

Chess the receptionist welcomed us in with a big smile and greeting and the room was ready for us after a long flight.

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Hawken • couple • au
10
Great stay would recommend and stay again
Pros:

Best hotel ever. Very well run, the staff exceptional, rooms clean and comfortable and close to everything.
we travelled mainly by foot, light rail and train as needed or close by.

Cons:

leaving

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • fr
9
Super séjour de 2 nuits, chambre confortable et emplacement parfait
Pros:

Emplacement central et calme, personnel très professionnel et chambre confortable

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner pourrait être amélioré

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Nix • family_with_children • au
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

small bathroom

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • gb
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Trent • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • couple • at
7
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • au
9
Great location, friendly staff and very good breakfasts.
Pros:

The Vulcan is in an excellent location, an easy walk to Darling Harbour. The staff were wonderful, very friendly and helpful with enquiries. We both enjoyed the breakfasts which had variations from day to day, so there was no getting bored with the offerings. We will stay here again on our next visit to Sydney.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Austra • family_with_children • lv
8
Pros:

Viesnīca neliela, netālu no centra. Brokastis vienkāršas, šķistošā kafija.

Cons:

Dīvaina smaka istabā.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Izabela • solo_traveller • pl
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Norbert • couple • cz
8
Pros:

Many thanks to Erik :-)

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Diana • family_with_children • bg
7
Pros:

Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood, friendly staff, clean towels and sheets, good breakfast.

Cons:

Windows don't open and the room is very dusty. There is no portable shower.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Cosgrave • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Cool hideaway close to everything but a relaxed old world feel. Quirky compared to generic offers in the same price range.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • us
9
Comfy and relaxing stay in Sydney
Pros:

Great location and very friendly and helpful staff! Walking distance to a lot of great neighbourhoods in Sydney.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Sheree • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Sanjana • couple • us
10
Pros:

The room was clean and well-equipped. The building itself has a lot of character, being an older structure. The air conditioning was essential, especially during the warm and humid Sydney nights. The breakfast was excellent, with a wide variety of options.Plus, the location is super convenient, close to buses and the light rail.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee