Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection

Hotels
Handwritten Collection
9.4 (2037 reviews)
139 Murray Street, Pyrmont , Sydney , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
High quality food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Multiple reviews noted issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and cockroaches.
Service
9.99
Staff were consistently mentioned as friendly and helpful, contributing positively.
Location
9.92
Many guests praised the location, highlighting its proximity to transport and attractions.
Room Quality
8.87
Room quality received mixed reviews; some found rooms comfortable while others faced issues.
Amenities
9.9
Amenities like Wi-Fi and breakfast received positive mentions when available.
Value for Money
8.86
Comments about pricing being high, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.91
Food quality, especially the tapas, received exceptional praise.
Overall Experience
9.88
Despite issues, the overall experience was rated highly by many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:22

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort at Ovolo 1888, located just a short stroll from Darling Harbour. From the restored heritage building to the contemporary suites and stylish rooms, immerse yourself in luxury with high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and vintage furniture.

Culinary Delights at Mister Percy
Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at Mister Percy, where fresh dishes meant for sharing await. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply looking to enjoy a delicious meal, this culinary experience is not to be missed during your stay.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour reception, free WiFi, access to a fitness centre, and self-service laundry at The Woolstore 1888 by Ovolo. With top-notch amenities and a prime location near Sydney's top attractions, your stay is bound to be memorable.

Book now to experience luxury and convenience at Ovolo 1888!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. This credit card must be the one used during the booking process.

Please note that there is a 1.6% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.

Please note that this property requires a credit card pre-authorization for the full amount of your stay upon check in. Guests must show a valid photo ID and credit card on arrival.

Pre paid bookings, The credit card name must match the guest name for pre payment to be taken
If credit card name does not match the booking will be marked invalid and may be canceled.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 60 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.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for AUD 80 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

9.4
Based on 2037 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 8.87
Amenities: 9.9
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 9.91
Overall Experience: 9.88
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Hugh couple nz
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Dave Morgan111 extended_group au
8
Relaxing
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Giovanni solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Great looking place with lovely rooms

Cons:

Ac not working, hot water not working, phone not working

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Susan couple au
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Hiromi extended_group nz
9
Enjoyed the stylish room with perfect customer service.
Pros:

We loved the interior of the room, the furniture and the location! The reception staff was friendly and professional.

Cons:

We heard a little weird noise (seems to be from outside) frequently, including at night. Not sure what caused it.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Brett solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Bianca solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller sg
9
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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MNRVMD Couples Rockville, Montgomery County, Maryland
10
Lovely intro to Australia
Pros:

The Hotel Woolstore was the first stop on our recent 2-week trek to Australia (from the US) and was super easy to manage, welcoming with really nice staff, stylish, clean and surprisingly quiet. It's located in the Pyrmont neighborhood, across Darling Harbor from the CBD, which is actually pretty quiet and residential. Easy to get to from the airport - just take the train to central station and transfer to the L1 light rail line to the convention walk, then a zig zag over to Murray St and you're there. Rooms are very soundproofed, beds comfy, the rooms have cool exposed beams and brick, bathroom is good sized, clean and well-lit. Plus, there's a really great restaurant in the lobby with excellent breakfasts and creative tapas at night. Just down the street is the Pyrmont ferry stop, where you can catch a spectacular ferry ride over to Circular Quay. Eventually a metro stop will be down the street too. Really first rate all around and highly recommended. It was an excellent place to acclimate to Sydney and Australia, and I wish we'd stayed there longer. Excellent value, for sure!

2026-05-30 via Tripadvisor
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Tamera solo_traveller au
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Emma couple au
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Catherine extended_group au
9
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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johnvQ8436YH Couples
10
Historic hotel well located near Darling harbour, great for couples, worth trying!
Pros:

Stayed at this hotel while attending a concert close by, it is in a good location if you want to visit Darling Harbour, the Star casino and Pyrmont. The light rail is 5 minutes' walk and there are plenty of cafes and eateries nearby. The hotel itself is very good, quite compact and they have used the space well. We found the room stylish (but a little on the small size), the bed was comfortable. and the bathroom/shower was nice and roomy. We had double glazing on our window, so the room was fairly quiet. The room was clean and seemed well maintained when we arrived. Loved the free snacks and drinks provided, sort of like a free mini bar. (Why aren't other hotels doing this?) This hotel has a nice welcoming feel to it when you walk in from the street, the staff were respectful and friendly. We had coffee, dinner and breakfast at 'Percy's' which was good, loved the tapas, the service was a little up and down but OK. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at this historic hotel, pricewise it is fairly reasonable.

2026-05-26 via Tripadvisor
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Erika couple au
9
Great spot, great stay - highly recommend.
Pros:

Perfectly located for our event at the TikTok stadium! Gorgeously appointed, professional staff, comfy beds and robes, lovely toiletries. It was pouring with rain when we were there so we opted for a meal at Percy’s - FAB tapas and cocktails.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Tsz Yau couple au
8
Cons:

Got upgraded to a Loft room but the ceiling to bed is actually quite low and not as nice.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Bloom couple au
7
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Margaret solo_traveller au
6
Pros:

Proximity to ICC & parking station. Quiet, room good but quite small.

Cons:

Air conditioning not very responsive to adjustment and could not be turned off.
Bedside lamps too bright.
Tradesmen drilling ceiling right near restaurant while we were eating breakfast, quite noisy.
Not being able to get a coffee & something to eat after attending evening concert. Other guests were also disappointed as well.
More tea/coffee in room & real milk.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Miriam couple au
10
Pros:

The property is a unique experience with its deep history. The staff were so helpful and friendly and even did a special hand written note and gift when they found out it was our anniversary.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Sheree extended_group au
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee