Aspire Hotel Sydney
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/Australia--NS/Sydney/Aspire_Hotel_Sydney.h321360/
Hotel Overview
Good hotel!
The hotel is good for the price with friendly stuff, close to dwtn
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Bubba99
- Dec 24, 2011
centrally placed
excellent hotel in quiet neighbourhood ideally placed within walking distance of Darling Harbour...
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wandering tourist
- Nov 30, 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
Hotel Map
- 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.
Guest Reviews (182)
Ratings and reviews for Aspire Hotel Sydney
- All travelers (182) 4.5 / 5
- Couples (9) 3 / 5
- Families (2) 2.5 / 5
- Friends (2) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2.9
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3.3
- Location:
- 3.7
- Value:
- 3
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Ramanujan
Worst place. Will never go again.
The room was way below average and the A/C unit makes a loud noise, many things were wrong. Unfriendly cleaning staff and front desk has no information about any thing that a traveller may need. Terrible mistake of selecting this place. Prior reviews was a big part on my decision and so I am writing this for future customers not to spend even one minute in thinking about this hotel. There is not one thing that is good. I am not going to list everthing that was wrong since it will be a very long list.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Sightseeing tip:
In Hotel
AAT Kings company offers tours to Canberra, wild life tour and serene Tranquilty of Australia. We went on two tours and is well worth the money and they pick up and drop off from this hotel so it is convenient. There is a LAVAZZA coffee place one and half blocks away has good food to suite American taste but may not have any pancakes/waffles. They are open only from 7 am to 5 pm on monday to fridays. Kind of weird when you are vacationing, but good food.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bubba99
Good hotel!
The hotel is good for the price with friendly stuff, close to dwtn
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
dblb
In poor shape
I would never stay at this hotel again. The beds are worn out, There are only 4 tv stations. They charge you for everything, and there is not a airport shuttle.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great Location
We stayed at the Aspire in Dec. 2010 for 2, pre-cruise nights. This hotel is a 5 minute walk to Paddy's Market and to a monorail station. It is within walking distance of Darling Harbour. The Aspire does not have free WIFI but, McDonalds, that does offer free wireless access is a short walk away across from Paddy's Market. The Aspire front desk personnel were very accomodating and polite. The room had a fridge.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
At the corner, on Bulwara there is a lovely, open air dining cafe that also provides a gluten-free breakfast.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Shuin
excellent location for the price
We stayed 3 nights in Sydney and this hotel was excellent to explore the city, beaches and Blue mountain(just take an easy train). The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was large and well equipped, bed made but not change bed sheet daily. Overall, the hotel is in an excellent location with low cost. Minutes away from interesting areas, and 15 minutes from Central Station.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Excellent location with low cost
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Nice visit - tough to drive into
We stayed for a walk-around and relieve jet-lag and the area was easy to walk.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
excellent value for the price
We stayed 5 nights in Sydney and this hotel was an excellent base to explore the city and beaches. It is close to a metro station. It is a 12 minute walk to Darwin harbour. Dining,imax,ferry,aquarium,wildlife world,maritime and powerhouse museum,chinese garden of friendship,paddy's market are all in walking distance.We used the ferry,metro,train,tram,bus,taxi for all other Sydney sights. It is a wonderful city to visit. The hotel has also long term residents. Bus tours wil pick you up from here. The airport shuttle is $12 aus,enjoy we did.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Good Location
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was large and well equipped but the bathroom was poorly cleaned. The doors to the rooms creaked and squeaked when people went in or out. The sheets and towels were decent. It is within walking distance to Paddy's Market, and Darling Harbour.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Not that great!
Wi-fi is not working as upper floor (4th floor) Bed made but not change bedspreads daily Daily carpet vacumm were not done
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2