Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection  

Tucked in Pyrmont near Darling Harbour, this boutique 4-star hotel sits a short walk from Harbourside and the International Convention Centre Sydney. It’s about 3 km from the city centre and close to the Sydney Opera House and the University of Sydney — perfect for convention-goers and city explorers.

Housed in an 1888 woolstore, the place pairs exposed brick, lofty ceilings and oversized windows with colourful, industrial-chic interiors and local artwork. There are 90 guestrooms and suites with free minibar items, LCD TVs, rainfall showers and designer toiletries — cosy, modern comforts inside a storied shell.

Expect an indoor and outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a library and concierge services. On-site conveniences include parking, laundry/dry cleaning, elevator access, a tour desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Sip downstairs at the bar Mr Percy or unwind after a conference in the hotel’s lively public spaces.

Small events are covered with a 377 sq ft (35 m²) meeting room and conference facilities, plus a computer station and express check-in/out. Complimentary wireless internet provides reliable connectivity for work and meetings.

The hotel has an on-site restaurant with a bar, a coffee shop/café and the downstairs bar Mr Percy for evening drinks. Continental breakfast is available daily for a fee, with easy access to Darling Harbour’s wider dining scene.