Glasgow Arms Hotel Ultimo

Hotels
7.8 (578 reviews)
527 Harris Street , Sydney , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Coffee Shop on site
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Rude staff member
Maintenance issues
Safety concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.91
Filthy shower tiles/grouting mentioned; several rooms were described as basic or needing maintenance.
Service
8.38
Some reviews mention friendly and helpful staff, though one experienced rudeness from a bar staff member.
Location
8.92
Several reviews praise the convenient and close location to attractions like Darling Harbour.
Room Quality
7.37
Rooms described as basic with several maintenance issues; comfort varies.
Amenities
7.9
Some amenities mentioned are positive, though basic breakfast options were noted.
Value for Money
7.86
Value perceived as good for location, but less so due to basic room quality for price.
Food and Beverage
6.91
Basic offerings and mixed reviews about selection and availability.
Overall Experience
8.18
Overall experience aligned with target rating, though concerns about safety and maintenance noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 07:07

Property Description

Pub and Bistro Downstairs
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Glasgow Arms Hotel Ultimo with its lively pub and cozy bistro, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Sydney.

Convenient Location
Situated just a short stroll from Darling Harbour, our hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Cockle Bay Wharf and Star City Casino, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking to immerse themselves in the heart of the city.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and free continental breakfast. Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi in select rooms and daily housekeeping services for a hassle-free stay.

Book now to indulge in a memorable stay at Glasgow Arms Hotel Ultimo and make the most of your Sydney getaway.

Important information:

Please note Glasgow Arms Hotel has no elevator access.

A photo is required during check-in for security reasons and hotel records.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 578 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.91
Service: 8.38
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 6.91
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Ella • family_with_children • au
4
Nice place
Pros:

- Close to Darling Harbour.
- Friendly Staff
- Not bad food
- Alright to stay for a night, maybe 2, not long stay

Cons:

- Room was unclean, looked like it hadn't been dusted in years and the tiles were coming of the wall in the bathroom.
-Floor was mucky, didnt want to take my shoes off, plus the windows were unable to be closed so noise was constant from outside.
-Toilet would get stuck rediling the system for a while and needed to be double flushed before the system would work properly again.
- Doesn't look like it has been looked after in a while properly.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Bailey • family_with_children • au
8
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Brayden • family_with_children • au
4
Was a place to sleep over night. Staff and pub feed were good.
Pros:

Available food was nice.

Cons:

A run down feel, no fridge as advertised and air conditioner leaked.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • family_with_children • au
8
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Jillian • extended_group • au
9
Excellent location for the ICC and restaurants nearby. Clean, comfortable, and friendly.
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, clean and very comfortable. Perfect if you’re going to a concert at the ICC. Overall I was really happy with the room.

Cons:

Really minor things, the TV didn’t work, with constant wifi buffering, and a bit noisy from music downstairs, but hey it’s a pub so not unexpected. I wasn’t there to sit in the room all night, so other than that, it was really good accommodation.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • au
8
I was exactly what I was looking for. Budget friendly, close to Convention centre
Pros:

Very friendly staff, great value for money in central location. Easy access to public transport and Aquatic center diagonally opposite

Cons:

The breakfast bar was very basic with poor tea and coffee selection.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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raena • family_with_children • gb
1
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Konstantin • family_with_children • ru
4
Cons:

Это был единственный свободный вариант в центре на новогоднюю ночь за очень завышенную цену. Были бы другие варианты - не взяли бы этот. Очень простой аскетичный номер, в ванной были тараканы, оставить вещи на хранение прямо в баре на первом этаже. Окно в номере тоже не открывалось.

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Tony • family_with_children • gb
5
More like a youth hostel with 2 beds.
Pros:

Friendly bunch

Cons:

Couldn't open the window, no air. bathroom a bit shambolic. Room is very small, basic amenities. Pay a bit more and get something decent.

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee
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Mar Mit • couple • gr
8
2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • au
10
Great experience and lovely staff
Pros:

Very clean

Cons:

-

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Karin • family_with_children • se
7
Pros:

Läget, nära till allt. Trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Prisvärt för att vara Sydney under nyår.

Cons:

Mycket trafikljud på natten. Krokar saknades helt i badrummet, det gick inte att hänga upp blöta handdukar någonstans. Ingen städning trots att vi bodde där tre nätter.

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Dayna • couple • au
8
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Brandt li • family_with_children • nz
7
2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Kayley • couple • au
10
2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
8
Great for that night when the Uber costs more than staying there. Clean, good private facilities.
Pros:

Needed to stay at short notice. Room was ready, clean, modernised and had the essentials. Great value for money in comparison to other accommodation in the area.

Cons:

Noise can be an issue from the traffic.

2025-12-24 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-12-23 • via Nuitee
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Dagger • couple • au
7
Staff very friendly and welcoming only stayed 1 night so was alright
Pros:

Close to where we were spending our time

Cons:

Air conditioning would turn off during the night and also had no remote for tv so didn’t bother using as it was late at night

2025-12-21 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • au
9
2025-12-21 • via Nuitee