Glasgow Arms Hotel Ultimo

Hotels
7.8 (661 reviews)
527 Harris Street , Sydney , au
+61 2 9211 2354

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 661 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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Paul • solo_traveller • au
8
Great except for the poor wifi
Pros:

Room was clean and tidy
Light rail access made it very convenient
Balcony was great

Cons:

Wifi was very piss pot

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Dagmar • solo_traveller • au
8
Great central location - all I needed for the business trip.
Pros:

Great location for conference I was attending. Simple but everything was satisfactory and sufficient.

Cons:

Na.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Munstin • couple • au
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Melany • couple • au
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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nevenka • extended_group • si
6
Za ta denar zelo solidno.
Pros:

Lokacija odlična. Ker zajtrka ni, najdeš v hladilniku toast, maslo in vegemite, pa kosmiče. V sobi je toaster in mikrovalovka.

Cons:

Stopnišče je bilo precej umazano. Soba pa zadovoljivo čista. Spodaj je pub, ki je odprt dolgo v noč, ampak mene ni motilo.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Bradden • solo_traveller • au
7
Glasgow Arms Hotel provides centrally located, well priced pub accommodation in Sydney.
Pros:

The location was convenient for my needs, close to Darling Harbour, the city and Central Railway station. The accommodation was roomy and bathroom facilities fine. The balcony gave a good street view and would have been more useful in better weather.

Cons:

There was a bit of street noise throughout the night. The television didn't appear to be tuned to either ABC or SBS.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Mcdougall • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Bar down stairs close to train station good value snacks 😋

Cons:

Could do with milk in fridge in room for coffee in the morning

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Justin • couple • au
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • au
7
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Refshauge • couple • au
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Mcdougall • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Good food good beer good location to the train's to the airport

Cons:

Could have done with some milk in room 11

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Justin • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

A very noisy accommodation with the world cup soccer televised downstairs late into the night and very early in the morning

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Tina • couple • au
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • solo_traveller • au
7
Would stay again
Pros:

Great staff, easy access to light rail, good food at Bistro

Cons:

2 flights of stairs to room may not suit some guests (although staff kindly assisted with bags)
TV was not working properly despite the staffs best attempts to resolve. Matt kindly compensated us for this inconvenience.Thanks again Matt.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Hoàng Cẩm Oanh • couple • vn
4
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Traffic noise

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • au
10
Ultimo(ate) Stay.
Pros:

So convenient.

Cons:

Breakfast was great. A bit of improvisation needed in the crockery department, though OK.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Hannah J • solo_traveller • au
9
Fantastic staff and food, great location.
Pros:

Food and atmosphere was amazing! Great location with a cafe and general store close by!
Super close to the entertainment centre!

Cons:

The deep step to get to the entry, forgot it was there a couple of times, but that's likely my fault haha

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • au
4
Family Time - in a dance party
Pros:

It was very centrally located for all the things we needed for our weekend

Cons:

Unfortunately, the bathroom could’ve used another ‘once over’ 🤷‍♀️ the live music Saturday went until 4am, now we’re not wowsers, but it really did impact our Sunday…

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee