HOTELS Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour - Historic Meets Contemporary In Sydney

Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour - Historic Meets Contemporary In Sydney

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Sydney Australia Oceania
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Darling Harbor, the Sydney Opera House, Powerhouse Museum, The Rocks, The Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Circular Quay are all iconic Australian landmarks that you can access easily from the restored heritage building that is the 1888 Hotel. From the hotel, you can also travel to the Sydney Fish Market, the Sydney Exhibition & Convention Centre, and a myriad of bars, restaurants, and many other tourist sites.

The hotel offers 90 luxurious accommodations with free Wi-Fi, free local phone calls, an in-room iPad, TV, minibar, patios, and scenic views of Sydney’s skyline. The suites feature 3-meter high ceilings, brick walls, ironbark beams, and restored vintage bespoke furniture.

During your stay here, you can enjoy modern Australian cuisine at the 1888 Eatery & Bar. If you want to enjoy aquatic adventures use the free passes from the receptionists to access the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Center. The center boasts a leisure pool, Olympic-sized pool, fitness center, steam room, and saunas. The passes also give you access to the Cook & Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre.

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1888 Hotel Sydney Junior Suite

Junior Suite

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Loft

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1888 Hotel Sydney Williamson suite

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1888 Hotel Sydney attic suite

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139 Murray Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia


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