“An 1888-built heritage building near Darling Harbour, transformed into a thoroughly modern boutique hotel offering comfort & style in abundance. Centrally located in Pyrmont, the hotel boasts a buzzy Mediterranean restaurant & bar, swish meeting spaces and a fresh design-led feel. Also great value.”

Hotel review

Incorporating the old and new can be a tricky business, but 1888 has hit the nail on the head with this quirky establishment. The boutique hotel is situated in a heritage listed wool mill built in 1888 and has retained some charming original features (think exposed brick, original Iron, Bark Beams and period windows). The result is a hip, urban, industrial feel without being cold. 1888 was also the year Kodak was born, which is paid homage to in the most 21st century of ways – there’s a “selfie space” at reception, and guests with over 10,000 followers on Instagram get a free stay. Rooms feel spacious and light due to the three-metre high ceilings and bright paintwork, with original artwork by local artists hanging on walls. Located in Sydney’s Pyrmont district, there are a host of restaurants and cafes nearby, as well as Darling Harbour and the Sydney Fish Market within walking distance.

Maud Sampson
Maud Sampson Review published: 03/12/2024

Recommended for

  • Value chic

    • Great rates considering the location and smart interiors, making this an excellent choice for a family holiday or business trip
  • Learning

    • Stroll to the Sydney International Convention Centre or the Powerhouse Museum for regular events and exhibitions
  • City Style

    • A stylish city hotel, offering slick contemprorary rooms behind a historic façade close to Darling Harbour
  • Theatre

    • Catch a world-class performance at the legendary Sydney Opera House
  • Sights nearby

    • Five minutes walk to Darling Harbour, and a 20 minute bus ride to The Rocks and Circular Quay for views of Sydney Harbour
  • Gym

    • The hotel offers complimentary access to the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, which offers a range of gym and aquatic classes
  • Historic

    • Built in 1888 as a wool store, this is a lovely heritage hotel and local landmark
  • Local markets

    • The Sydney Fish Market is iconic and well worth a wander
  • Restaurant

    • Mister Percy specialises in Mediterranean cuisine
  • Beach nearby

    • Manly and Bondi Beaches within easy access
  • Conference facilities

  • Lively

  • Family Suites

  • Less £

  • Good wine list

  • Lively area

  • Museums

  • Child friendly

  • Great walks

  • Cycling

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Surfing

  • Quirky

  • Business Hotel

  • Contemporary

  • Close to nightlife

Facilities

  • Rooms

    90 rooms in this hotel
  • Gym

    The hotel offers complimentary access to the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, which offers a range of gym and aquatic classes
  • Business Centre

    Has own private conference rooms and is in close proximity to the Sydney Exhibition and Conference Centre
  • Restaurant

    Mister Percy specialises in Mediterranean cuisine
  • Internet

    Each room comes with the use of an ipad
  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • No pets

  • Parking

  • Safe

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Good wine list

  • Laundry

  • Child friendly

  • Swimming Pool

  • Conference facilities

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Learning

    • Stroll to the Sydney International Convention Centre or the Powerhouse Museum for regular events and exhibitions
  • Theatre

    • Catch a world-class performance at the legendary Sydney Opera House
  • Sights nearby

    • Five minutes walk to Darling Harbour, and a 20 minute bus ride to The Rocks and Circular Quay for views of Sydney Harbour
  • Local markets

    • The Sydney Fish Market is iconic and well worth a wander
  • Museums

  • Great walks

  • Cycling

  • Surfing

  • Close to nightlife

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