The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

Hotel Description

So I stumbled across The Sydney Boulevard Hotel on William Street in Woolloomooloo – and honestly, that neighborhood name alone makes it worth mentioning to people back home. It’s this pretty solid 4-star place that sits right on the edge of where the city gets interesting, you know? Like, you’re still close enough to the CBD that you can walk to Circular Quay in about 15 minutes, but you’re also in this little pocket that feels more like actual Sydney than tourist Sydney, if that makes sense.

The first thing that hit me was how the lobby doesn’t try too hard – it’s clean and modern without being sterile, which I appreciated after staying at some places that felt like they were designed by committee. The staff actually seemed to know the area when I asked about getting to the Royal Botanic Gardens (which, by the way, you can totally walk to through the Domain – much nicer than taking a taxi). My room was on the seventh floor and had this decent view toward the harbor, though I mean, it’s not like you’re getting Opera House vistas at this price point. The beds were properly comfortable, and the bathroom was one of those compact but well-designed spaces that actually works. I loved that they had those little touches like decent coffee in the room – not the usual instant stuff that makes you question your life choices.

What really sold me on this place was the location, though. Woolloomooloo is having this moment where it’s cool but not completely overrun yet. You’ve got Finger Wharf literally a five-minute walk away, which has some genuinely good restaurants if you don’t mind spending a bit more. But honestly? Some of my best meals were from the little spots tucked away on the side streets that I never would have found if I’d stayed somewhere more touristy. The noise level was totally manageable too – William Street gets some traffic during the day, but it’s not like you’re on George Street with buses rumbling past at all hours. I slept really well, which for me is always the real test of a hotel room. The only minor thing was that the elevator was a bit slow during busy times, but you know what, that just gave me more time to chat with other guests who were mostly interesting travelers rather than business types. For the price and that 8.4 rating, you’re getting proper value here – it’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re staying somewhere that locals might actually recommend to their visiting friends.

Rooms

• Standard Room with 1 king bed and 2 twin beds for 3 adults, 1 child
• Deluxe City Room with 1 king bed and 2 twin beds for 3 adults, 1 child
• Deluxe Harbor Room with 1 king bed and 2 twin beds for 3 adults, 1 child
• Presidential Suite with 1 king bed for 3 adults
• Deluxe Queen Room with 2 full beds for 4 adults, 3 children

Reviews

• Money well spent for an overnight staycation! – Maw from Myanmar (9/10)

  The cleanliness, amenities provided, the breakfast, and the view

• Wonderful – Sanjeev from India (9/10)

  Location

• I recommend this hotel – Katarzyna from Netherlands (9/10)

  it is a nice hotel with great view and a good location. the staff members are super friendly and always happy to help.

• Very Good – Karen from Australia (8/10)

  Cleanlines. Location. Big bed. Views.

• Overall, it was still an enjoyable stay. We enjoyed ourselves nonetheless. – Sim from Singapore (7/10)

  Location was perfect. We were able to easily travel around. Staffs were friendly and always happy to help us/direct us whenever we have questions.

• A good hotel in a great location – Suitcase from Australia (7/10)

  The location was great the rooms were large we had everything we needed

• Perfect for us! – Livia from Romania (9/10)

  We loved the size of the room. There was enough space for our stuff and also enough space to allow us to prepare coffee, tea and breakfast for very early mornings. The staff were really nice. We appreciated the recommendations for restaurants around the hotel and all the directions to cafes and grocery shops.

• Wonderful – Matt from New Zealand (9/10)

  Great location, helpful staff

• We are returning. – Gina from Australia (8/10)

  Staff were very friendly and helpful.
  Location to where we needed to go was ideal.
  Breakfast was delicious and the staff was professional, Nilam was exceptional!
  Clean and presented well.

• Wonderful – Jacqueline from Australia (9/10)

  Location was perfect – walking distance to the city centre, shopping, Chinatown, Circular Quay, Opera House, The Rocks, Museums and lots more.
  The staff were very friendly and helpful.
  The room was clean and comfortable.

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Facilities