Veriu Broadway

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Veriu Broadway? It’s tucked away on Mountain Street in Ultimo – and I mean that in the best way possible. Most people think of Ultimo as just where UTS is, but honestly, this spot puts you right in the sweet spot between the city and all those trendy Surry Hills cafes without the tourist chaos of Circular Quay.

The building itself has this really cool industrial-meets-modern vibe that actually works. I’ve stayed in plenty of places that try too hard with the “boutique” thing, but Veriu gets it right. The lobby has these concrete elements that could feel cold, but they’ve warmed it up with timber and soft lighting – it’s like someone with actual taste designed it, not a committee. Check-in was refreshingly quick too, which matters when you’ve been dragging luggage around Sydney’s hills all day. The rooms are what I’d call “smart small” – they’ve clearly thought about every inch without making it feel cramped. The beds are properly comfortable (not just Instagram-pretty), and the bathroom setup is clever without being gimmicky. What I really appreciated was the soundproofing – Ultimo can get a bit buzzy with all the students around, but I slept through everything.

Location-wise, this is where it gets interesting. You’re literally a five-minute walk to Central Station, which sounds boring but is actually brilliant – you can be in Bondi in twenty minutes or catch the airport train without the usual Sydney transport drama. But here’s what the booking sites don’t tell you: you’re also walking distance to some seriously good eating. There’s this little Vietnamese place on Harris Street that locals queue for, and Spice Alley at the markets is close enough for a quick lunch run. The area gets pretty quiet after dark, which is either perfect if you want to sleep, or something to consider if you’re looking for nightlife right outside your door. Parking was actually manageable too – there’s a Wilson lot nearby that won’t completely destroy your budget, and street parking is possible if you’re lucky and patient.

What really sealed it for me was the staff seemed to actually live in Sydney, not just work there. When I asked about getting to a gallery opening in Chippendale, the guy at the front desk gave me the kind of local directions that save you fifteen minutes of wandering around. The whole place has that feel – like they’re running a hotel because they want to, not because they have to. It’s got a 4.5-star rating, and honestly, that feels about right. It’s not trying to be the Park Hyatt, but it’s doing its own thing really well. If you’re someone who values being able to actually get around Sydney easily, wants to sleep properly, and doesn’t need a concierge to validate your existence, this place makes a lot of sense.

Rooms

• Junior Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Superior Junior Suite with 1 queen bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• One Bedroom Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Superior One Bedroom Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 3 adults, 1 child
• Quad Suite with 1 bunk bed, 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 5 adults, 1 child
• Loft Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Penthouse Suite with 1 twin bed, 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Adjoining Junior Suites with 2 × 1 king bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Two-Bedroom Suite – Adjoining with 2 × 1 king bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Superior Two-Bedroom Suite – Adjoining with 2 × 1 king bed for 4 adults

Reviews

• Large room in a good location – Jevon from Singapore (9/10)

  Location was good and nearby to many eateries and places of interests. Reception was available up to 11pm and helpful. Water was available in the lobby for guests to refill their bottles. USB and power plugs near the bed for charging devices.

• All round excellent stay – Joanne from New Zealand (9/10)

  Location. Staff help

• A few days away with teenage children. – Kathryn from New Zealand (8/10)

  Well equipped apartment, made great use of space. Kitchen was great for a family.

• Comfortable beds, good location. – Robyn from Australia (8/10)

  The staff were friendly on arrival, check-in was easy which was great after a long trip. Location was great for shopping mall – Broadway Complex. Close walk (15mins) towards light rail station to be able to get around the city. Beds were really comfortable, pillows great too.

• Great location and good vibe. – Glenys from Australia (9/10)

  Every member of staff was super helpful and friendly and gave us accurate advice for public transport, dining and parking.

• A great place. Highly recommended – Gioia from Australia (9/10)

  Everything

• have stayed here multiple times and it is great – location right near broadway shopping centre – Michelle from Australia (9/10)

  We stay here whilst my son attends his university programs and it is always clean – the kitchen is fantastic for stay athome meals and allowing me to cook breakfast daily so we do not break the bank.

• Lovely big comfortable clean rooms with uncomfortable beds – Sian from Australia (7/10)

  Lovely big rooms, cots available for families, nice and clean.

• Wonderful – Giovanni from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Stylish self-contained apartment, close to shopping centre and public transport links. Nearby parking available at reduced rates.

• This place is a stylish and quiet oasis in a convenient position. I would definitely stay again. – Linda from Australia (8/10)

  Veriu is so convenient being close to Broadway Shopping Centre and to the bus route, yet it was always quiet. The sunlight was exceptional.

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