Hotel Woolstore 1888 is a boutique hotel at 139 Murray Street in Pyrmont, on the quiet side of Darling Harbour, with 90 rooms and a character that draws on its history as a woolstore. The room names carry the theme, with options such as the Romney Deluxe, the Cormo Retreat, the Coopworth and the Corriedale Loft, as well as suites including the Shearer's Suite, the High Country Suite and the Homestead Suite, mostly with king or queen beds. The hotel has a library, the PERCY restaurant serving breakfast and dinner, and a bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, a concierge, laundry and dry cleaning, and a continental breakfast for an additional charge. It is pet friendly for a fee, and self-parking is available at a daily rate in limited spaces. Convention light rail is three minutes away, the International Convention Centre three, and the Lyric Theatre, the Australian National Maritime Museum, the Star casino and the Sydney Fish Market about seven minutes' walk. There is no pool listed.
Why stay here
Pyrmont is a neighbourhood that feels more local than the main tourist strip, and the hotel's design is the opposite of a corporate tower. Its mix of heritage character and boutique detailing suits travellers who like something with personality. You are within walking distance of the Maritime Museum, the Lyric Theatre for a show, the Fish Market for lunch and Darling Harbour for the waterfront, and the light rail connects you to the city and the Central station.
For a couple or a small group wanting a characterful base outside the busiest zones, it is a good choice.
Choosing a room
The suites, such as the Shearer's Suite and the Homestead Suite, and the Corriedale Loft offer more space and character than the standard Romney and Coopworth rooms, so consider them for longer stays or special occasions. Parking is limited, so book it early if you are driving, and the daily charge is high, so most guests should rely on the light rail and walking.
The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and there are many other choices around Pyrmont and the Fish Market. Check the current room types, bed configurations and amenities before you book, as boutique hotels may change them.
Who it suits and trade-offs
Couples, event-goers at the Convention Centre or Lyric Theatre, and visitors who prefer a smaller hotel. The trade-offs are the absence of a pool or a spa, a walk or ride of 20 to 30 minutes to the Rocks and the Opera House, and a quieter neighbourhood in the evenings than the Quay.
If you want a larger property with a pool, look at the Darling Harbour towers; if you want a beach, go to Bondi or Manly. For a characterful boutique stay on the harbour's west side, Hotel Woolstore 1888 is a good pick.
Why stay here
- ✓Boutique heritage-style rooms
- ✓Library
- ✓PERCY restaurant
- ✓Bar
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Pet friendly for a fee
- ✓Near Convention light rail
Good questions
Where is Hotel Woolstore 1888?+
At 139 Murray Street in Pyrmont, three minutes from the Convention light rail stop and the International Convention Centre, and about seven minutes from the Maritime Museum and the Fish Market on foot.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?+
Yes, PERCY serves breakfast and dinner, and there is also a bar and a library for guests.
Is there parking and a pool?+
Self-parking is available at a daily rate in limited spaces, and no pool is listed. Book parking early if you are driving.
