THE ULTIMO, Sydney

The Ultimo - A heritage-listed boutique hotel in Chinatown with pet-friendly terraces and city views

Located in a 1911 heritage-listed building in Chinatown, this 4-star Sydney hotel features 95 rooms across seven categories. The Ultimo offers accommodations ranging from intimate single rooms to spacious courtyard suites, with four pet-friendly terrace rooms featuring private courtyards and city views. Each room includes air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with mobile device pairing, and openable windows. The property provides a communal laundry room and vending machines on every floor. Guests can enjoy breakfast at the adjacent Chambers Fine Coffee, which serves platters of toast, eggs, and sides like bacon or hash browns. The hotel sits 3 minutes from Paddy's Market light rail stop and 8 minutes from Central train station. Surrounding attractions include Darling Harbour (1 mile), Hyde Park (1 mile), Queen Victoria Building (0.5 miles), and the Chinese Garden of Friendship (0.5 miles).

Pros

Historic architecture with exposed brick walls and large ornate windows

Surrounded by diverse Asian dining options, including Thai, Malaysian, and Korean restaurants

Walking distance to Chippendale's art galleries and design studios

Pet-friendly accommodation options with private courtyards

Cons

No on-site restaurant

Limited parking available only at nearby Wilson Parking station