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Aspire Hotel Sydney

3 stars
383-389 Bulwara Road, Ultimo Sydney, Sydney, NS 2007
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.5
out of 5
182 reviews
Good hotel!

The hotel is good for the price with friendly stuff, close to dwtn See full review

  • Bubba99
  • Dec 24, 2011
The staff were so frendly and

The staff were so frendly and helpful. They did everything with a smaile! The location was so... See full review

  • Kerry
  • Jul 25, 2011
Low cost hotel with friendly service near Darling Harbour

The former Aspen Hotel has been rebranded as the Aspire Hotel Sydney. Simple interiors deemed as retro by insiders offer a comfortable stay with friendly service.  A fine option for travelers on a budget, Aspire Hotel offers a convenient location on a quiet street near Darling Harbour, the Powerhouse Museum, Chinatown and public transportation to the central business district and beyond. Aspire Hotel promises ease for leisure and business travelers.

Highlights
  • Private access to Mary Ann Park next to the hotel
  • Short walk to attractions and Sydney's central business district
  • Reasonably-priced rooms
Rooms

The hotel's 96 guest rooms are a throwback to the 1970s, featuring retro-style bedding and furniture that offer plenty of comfort. All rooms include private balconies (some with views), spotless bathrooms, a refrigerator and air conditioning. All rooms are non-smoking. Décor favors blues and browns, with flowered bedding and dark wood furniture. The hotel offers a work desk and Wi-Fi (fees apply).

Features

Guests receive private entrance to the adjacent Mary Anne Park, perfect for a picnic or relaxing in the grass. The hotel restaurant serves breakfast daily and lunch and dinner when pre-booked for groups of 20 or more. Patrons have access to the business center with Internet kiosks or can request emails be sent through the 24-hour reception staff. The hotel provides free luggage storage as well as sightseeing assistance and tour booking. Parking and Wi-Fi are available (fees apply).

Transportation
  • Paddy's Market Monorail Stop (4 blocks)
  • Central Station Railway (.6 mi/1 km)
  • Sydney Airport (7 mi/10.6 km)
Attractions
  • Paddy's Market (4 blocks)
  • Sydney Convention Center (1.3 mi/2.1 km)
  • Sydney Aquarium (1.4 mi/2.2 km)
  • Darling Harbour (1.4 mi/2.2 km)
  • Pitt Street Mall (1.5 mi/2.3 km)
  • Royal Botanic Gardens (2.4 mi/3.8 km)
  • Sydney Opera House (4.8 mi/7.6 km)
  • Bondi Beach (6.2 mi/10 km)
  • Manly Beach (10.5 mi/16.8 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • Conference and meeting facilities
  • High-speed Internet and Wi-Fi (fees apply)

Aspire Hotel Sydney Rooms

Standard Room
Room consists of 1 queen bed & sofa bed, or 1 queen bed & 1 single bed. Rate is for 1-2 persons. Maximum 3 adults at a surcharge $40.00/night/extra person, or 2 adults & 1 children aged under 12 years accommodated at no extra charge*.Bedding configuration can be requested when making booking but cannot be guaranteed.Children only free of charge when using exisiting bedding. Separate rollaway bed or sofa bed can be requested at extra charge.
Deluxe Room
Room contains either 2 queen beds & 1 sofa bed, or 1 king bed (can be split to 2 x king singles) & 2 sofa beds. Maximum 5 adults at a surcharge of $40.00/night/extra person or 2 adults & 1 children aged under 12 years accommodated at no extra charge*.Bedding configuration can be requested when making booking but cannot be guaranteed.*Children only free of charge when using exisiting bedding. Separate rollaway bed or sofa bed can be requested at extra charge.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Airport shuttle
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Elevators
Services
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Parking
Parking

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Hotel Map

-33.8804 151.1986
Area served
Leisure, corporate guests and families.
Nearby airports
Kingsford Smith International Airport.
Area description
The Aspire Hotel Sydney is just a short walk from Darling Harbour, the Convention and Entertainment Centre, Sydney's Central Business District, Chinatown and Theatres. Parking is available within the property at an extra charge.

Nearby points of interest

  • Powerhouse Museum: 0.1 mi
  • Sydney Entertainment Centre: 0.3 mi
  • University of Technology: 0.3 mi
  • Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre: 0.3 mi
  • Chinese Garden of Friendship: 0.4 mi
  • Capitol Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • IMAX Theater: 0.5 mi
  • Belmore Park: 0.5 mi
  • Town Hall: 0.6 mi
  • Pyrmont Bridge: 0.7 mi
  • Queen Victoria Building: 0.8 mi
  • Sydney Fish Market: 0.8 mi
  • Australian National Maritime Museum: 0.8 mi
  • ANZAC War Memorial: 0.8 mi
  • Sydney Aquarium: 0.8 mi
  • Powerhouse Museum: 0.1 mi
  • Sydney Entertainment Centre: 0.3 mi
  • University of Technology: 0.3 mi
  • Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre: 0.3 mi
  • Chinese Garden of Friendship: 0.4 mi
  • Capitol Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • IMAX Theater: 0.5 mi
  • Belmore Park: 0.5 mi
  • Town Hall: 0.6 mi
  • Pyrmont Bridge: 0.7 mi
  • Queen Victoria Building: 0.8 mi
  • Sydney Fish Market: 0.8 mi
  • Australian National Maritime Museum: 0.8 mi
  • ANZAC War Memorial: 0.8 mi
  • Sydney Aquarium: 0.8 mi
  • Great Synagogue: 0.8 mi
  • University of Sydney: 0.8 mi
  • Star City Casino: 0.9 mi
  • Pitt Street Mall: 0.9 mi
  • Sydney Tower: 0.9 mi
  • Australian Museum: 0.9 mi
  • General Post Office: 1 mi
  • Sydney Wildlife World: 1 mi
  • St Mary's Cathedral: 1.1 mi
  • Hyde Park Barracks: 1.1 mi
  • Sydney Mint: 1.1 mi
  • Sydney Hospital: 1.2 mi
  • Parliament House: 1.2 mi
  • El Alamein Fountain: 1.3 mi
  • State Library of New South Wales: 1.3 mi
  • Art Gallery of New South Wales: 1.3 mi
  • Museum of Sydney: 1.4 mi
  • Customs House: 1.4 mi
  • Sydney Observatory: 1.5 mi
  • Wentworth Park: 1.5 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 1.5 mi
  • Royal Botanic Gardens: 1.6 mi
  • Sydney Football Stadium: 1.6 mi
  • Sydney Cricket Ground: 1.7 mi
  • Government House: 1.7 mi
  • Elizabeth Bay House: 1.8 mi
  • Sydney Opera House: 1.8 mi
  • Harbour Bridge: 1.8 mi
  • Fox Studios Australia: 1.9 mi
  • Luna Park Sydney: 2.3 mi

Dining

Henry's Restaurant
Currently our restaurant only operates during breakfast opening times. Enjoy a full buffet or continental breakfast in relaxing setting.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Three rooms cater for meetings of up to 130 persons and cocktail functions up to 280 persons. Every room has natural light, direct-dial telephone links and individual air conditioning controls. All conference rooms are located on the ground floor for easy access and can be secured during breaks. Private access to Mary Ann Park next to the hotel provides refreshing space for outdoor breaks, activities and catering. Choose from a selection of packages and catering options to suit all tastes and budgets.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (182)

Ratings and reviews for Aspire Hotel Sydney

Overall score

4.5 / 5
182 out of 182
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.4
Location:
4.5
Value:
4.2

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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jan 25, 2011

Dans une rue très calme, tout

Dans une rue très calme, tout près de Darling Harbour. Chambre spacieuse, confortable, propre et élégante. Parking souterrain, accueil agréable. Un bel hôtel qui vieillit bien. Très bonne adresse.

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4
Anonymous
Not Provided
Aug 28, 2010

「朝食なし」で宿泊しましたが,ごく近所にカフェが7:00から

「朝食なし」で宿泊しましたが,ごく近所にカフェが7:00から営業しており,頼めばホテルの部屋まで配達してくれるので不便はありませんでした.ダーリングハーバーまで徒歩10分程度ですので,シドニーコンベンション/エキジビションセンターで仕事がある場合には便利です.ちょっと設備は古いですが,たいへんリーゾナブルな宿泊料なので,全体として満足でした.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
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4
Hotel staff:
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Value:
5
Review of Aspire Hotel Sydney

Reviewer score

5
HAINI
Not Provided
Jun 24, 2010

Very good location in Sydney city.

Very good location in Sydney city. Walking distance to Darling harbour, Chinatown. I even walk to Hyde park and Opera house! I booked a single room and got a tripple bed large room with a balcony!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
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4
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4
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5
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Reviewer score

5
Jose
Not Provided
May 26, 2010

Rien à redire sur l'hôtel tout

Rien à redire sur l'hôtel tout est très bien, tranquille et confortable. Sa situation est intéressante proche d'une station monorail, du quartier chinois, de la gare de départ des bus, métro... Facilement accessible à pied, Harbour Darling avec ses quais, aquarium, parc d'animaux sauvages... Nous regrettons toutefois qu'internet soit payant et surtout à tarif élevé : 5$Aust; l'heure ou 10$ les 24 heures groupées. Etant donné que l'on est en vacances on ne passe pas ses journées à l'hôtel on l'utilise 2 voire 3 heures /24.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
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5
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5
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5
Value:
3
Review of Aspire Hotel Sydney

Reviewer score

4
hiroshi
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May 5, 2010

一泊だけでしたのでほぼ予想した程度のホテルでした。

一泊だけでしたのでほぼ予想した程度のホテルでした。

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
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3
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4
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4
Anja
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Mar 16, 2010

Personal war beim ersten Besuch

Personal war beim ersten Besuch freundlicher. Dusche war defekt. Schlüssel-Karte funktionierte gar nicht, musste jeden Tag erneut an der Rezeption ausgestellt werden. Die Lage nach wie vor super. Ruhige Gegend, geräumige Zimmer. Alles zusammen gesehen, würde ich hier wieder buchen.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
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5
Value:
4
Review of Aspire Hotel Sydney

Reviewer score

5
Gerard
Not Provided
Jan 4, 2010

Rien à dire, c'est un hôtel assez

Rien à dire, c'est un hôtel assez bien placé dans Sydney et les chambres sont spacieuses et propres. Idem pour la salle de bains et les équipements. Le petit plus, un balcon ! Accès au "Light train" et au monorail par passerelle piétonne. A conseiller vivement.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
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4
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4
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5
Jean-Michel
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Jan 2, 2010

Excellent emplacement, a deux

Excellent emplacement, a deux pas du quartier chinois, tres calme. Accueil sympa.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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5
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5
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4
DRESTI
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Nov 22, 2009

idéal pour visiter Sydney à 100m

idéal pour visiter Sydney à 100m des transports mais au calme trés correct, à recommander

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
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4
Value:
3
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5
Anja
Not Provided
Nov 20, 2009

Sehr ruhige Lage. Innenstadt ziemlich

Sehr ruhige Lage. Innenstadt ziemlich gut erreichbar. Etwas ältere Ausstattung, sollte aber nicht stören. Großes Zimmer mit Balkon! Ideal für unser Wochenendaufenthalt! Nettes Personal. Checkout durften wir um 3 Stunden verlängern. Gern wieder!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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5
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4
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