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Vulcan Hotel Sydney

4.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Star Casino

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Vulcan Hotel Sydney puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Sydney and International Convention Centre Sydney. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Hyde Park and Star Casino are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 9 minutes and Exhibition Light Rail Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $114
$126 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

Room options

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Standard Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Triple Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Triple Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
500 Wattle Street, Ultimo, NSW, NSW2007

What's nearby

  • University of Technology Sydney - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 58 min drive
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 10 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 16 min walk
  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 9 min walk
  • Exhibition Light Rail Station - 11 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Otogo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 10 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Glebe Hotel - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Vulcan Hotel Sydney

Vulcan Hotel Sydney puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Sydney and International Convention Centre Sydney. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Hyde Park and Star Casino are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is 9 minutes and Exhibition Light Rail Station is 11 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 656 ft (AUD 28.00 per day), from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM; discounts available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and December 26.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 30.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 28.00 per day (656 ft away; open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Also known as

Hotel Vulcan

Vulcan Sydney Ultimo

Vulcan Hotel Ultimo

Vulcan Ultimo

Vulcan Hotel Sydney Hotel

Vulcan Hotel Sydney Ultimo

Vulcan Hotel Sydney Hotel Ultimo

Frequently asked questions

Is Vulcan Hotel Sydney currently open?

The property is closed between December 22 and December 26.

Does Vulcan Hotel Sydney offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Vulcan Hotel Sydney does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Vulcan Hotel Sydney?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Vulcan Hotel Sydney?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Vulcan Hotel Sydney?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Vulcan Hotel Sydney?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Vulcan Hotel Sydney like?

Vulcan Hotel Sydney is a short 9-minute walk from Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station and 11 minutes' walk from University of Sydney. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Reviews

Vulcan Hotel Sydney Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a wonderful surprise, a bonus, and a lovely experience with a variety of options. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very spacious room and friendly staff. First we found the neighborhood dull and boring but just a few blocks away there’s shopping and lots of cafes.
Chris, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely helpful and friendly.
Ryan, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good value for money and very nice friendly staff. Nice small hotel
Peter, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The location is fairly convenient. The breakfast had variety and tasted good. The hotel is charming, but a bit old which made it feel a little dingy. The beds were comfortable and the staff was friendly.
Kayla, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a very comfortable place to stay, in a convenient location. Staff were very friendly. Nice simple breakfast.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazingly helpful staff
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff very pleasant. Room a little bit small however clean and good bed. Breakfast not as good as it coule be, not tasty.
Frédérique, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and bath. The staff was friendly. Would book again anytime.
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, clean room and great service
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice and relaxing stay for 7 days at Vulcan - an old and cosy hotel. All staff was very helpful and always met us with politeness and a smile.
8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had good time stay there, all staffs are friendly and helpful.
Yinmei, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, clean rooms, simple but great breakfast
Chris, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room is clean, clost to chinatown and friendly staff. it does have a old-style feeling so expect that and not see it as a modern style hotel. cant complain
Richie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, clean and excellent shower pressure and volume :)
Carlo, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, good location
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice room
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great price for the location.
Anne Louise, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. Staff were lovely and helpful, the room was cozy and quiet. Would absolutely stay again.
Jess, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff
Fook Yew, 9-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and owners
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Convenient and walkable location.
Elena, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff
ILHAMI, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff
Rosemary, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The reception staff was very friendly and helpful.
Satoshi, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

would happily stay again

Very clean and tidy hotel. Within walking distance of Central railway station and shopping centre. Enjoyable stay and would stay again.
Michael, 1-night trip