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title: "The Ultimo Sydney, Sydney: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Ultimo Sydney in Sydney: rated 8.8 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★★ · Event Hotels and Resorts
# The Ultimo Sydney

Haymarket, Sydney, Australia

8.8 ·  Excellent 821 reviews ·  #101 #101 of 463 in Sydney ·  9.4 Location score
## About The Ultimo Sydney

The Ultimo Sydney is a hotel in Haymarket, Sydney, Australia. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 821 reviews. It is 510 m from the centre of Sydney. The nearest airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), is 7.7 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 88

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 2016

- **Last renovated:** 2026

- **Chain:** Event Hotels and Resorts

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 148

37 Ultimo Road, Haymarket [theultimo.com.au](http://www.theultimo.com.au/)

## How The Ultimo Sydney scores

Better rated than 81% of hotels in Sydney

-   Guest rating **8.8**
-   Location **9.4**
-   Facilities **1.7**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **3.2**
-   Public transport **9.9**

Sydney average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **94**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **19**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Paddy's Markets Light Rail Stop</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">170 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sydney</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">510 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Sydney Observatory50 m
-   Timezone Haymarket150 m
-   Priceline 727 George Street170 m
-   Golden Water Mouth Gum Tree170 m
-   Museum of Chinese in Australia220 m
-   4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art250 m

## The Ultimo Sydney: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Services offered by taxi, car hire and shuttle at the hotel ensure effortless exploration of Sydney. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. For minor or impromptu requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them without the necessity of stepping out from the hotel. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at The Ultimo Sydney, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site.

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## Questions about The Ultimo Sydney

### How do guests rate The Ultimo Sydney?

The Ultimo Sydney has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 821 reviews, which is better than 81% of rated hotels in Sydney.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ultimo Sydney?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does The Ultimo Sydney include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at The Ultimo Sydney?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Ultimo Sydney from the airport?

The nearest airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), is 7.7 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Ultimo Sydney close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.1 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Ultimo Sydney have?

The Ultimo Sydney has 88 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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