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Safety index

89 out of 100

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Safe area

Pet-friendly

The Ultimo

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8.2

Good (4,967 ratings)

Sydney, Australia - 

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350 m Capitol Theatre

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350 m Chinatown Night Market

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770 m International Convention Centre Sydney

Hotel Overview

The Ultimo, situated in the vibrant Haymarket district, is a hotel that has garnered a mixed range of reactions from its guests. Based on user reviews, it appears to embody a blend of both positive and negative experiences.

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Hotel highlights

  1. Location: Ideally placed for exploring the city, with easy access to public transport and attractions.
  2. Unique Charm: The hotel's architecture and design are praised for their distinctive character.
  3. Friendly Staff: The staff's welcoming and helpful attitude enhances the staying experience.
  4. Cleanliness: High standards of cleanliness are consistently maintained throughout the hotel.
  5. Comfortable Rooms: Guests appreciate the comfort and amenities provided in the rooms.
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Area for improvement

  1. Noise Levels: Proximity to busy areas sometimes results in elevated noise levels inside the rooms.
  2. Room Size: Some guests find the rooms smaller than expected, which can affect the overall comfort.
  3. Price: A number of guests feel that the pricing is a bit steep for the value offered.
  4. Internet Connectivity: There are occasional complaints about the reliability and speed of the Wi-Fi service.
  5. Amenities: Certain reviews mention a lack of expected amenities within the hotel.

Amenities

Extra beds/cribs

Pet friendly

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Parking available

Parking available

Laundry

Laundry

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

Housekeeping

24/7 front desk

24/7 front desk

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RateScore

Total 4,967 Reviews

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RateScore is average rating from most popular providers

Blended Web Rating

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8.1

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8.8

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booking

3,993 Reviews

8.1 / 10

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expedia

974 Reviews

8.8 / 10

Hotel Quality

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The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.

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General Info

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Total number of rooms 95

WiFi Quality

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Ping, ms

Idle

11

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84

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45

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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HD online movies

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group video calls

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online streaming

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4K online movies

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online gaming

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Location Area Map

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What's nearby

Capitol Theatre

350 m

Chinatown Night Market

350 m

International Convention Centre Sydney

770 m

Sydney Town Hall

840 m

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

1.33 km

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Getting around

Capitol Square Light Rail Station

210 m

Sydney Central Station

420 m

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Airports Nearby

Sydney Airport (SYD)

11 km

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Restaurants

1909 Dining Precinct

140 m

Market City Tavern

140 m

Do Dee Paidang

Nearby

1919 Lanzhou Beef Noodle

140 m

Khao Kang Maruay Thai restaurant

Nearby

Street View

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Daytime safety

79 out of 100

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Nighttime safety

53 out of 100

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Sydney safety index

Safety

Crime

89

Overall Safety Index

Very Safe

An average rating of the six safety categories

89 out of 100

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Women safety

Safe

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Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.

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70

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Physical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.

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93

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Property safety

Safe

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Likelihood of theft.

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76

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Political safety

Very Safe

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Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.

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93

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LGBTQ safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.

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99

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Medical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.

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34

Overall Crime index

Low

An average rating of the crime categories

34 out of 100

Property crime severity

Moderate

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Mugging or robbery  28/100

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Car theft  23/100

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Car break-ins  31/100

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Home break-ins  30/100

Violent crime severity

Low

33

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Physical attacks  32/100

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Racism or religion motivated attacks  26/100

Other crime severity

Low

35

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Insult or harassment in public  36/100

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Corruption or bribery  32/100

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Drug problem  46/100

Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$0.6 - $3.1

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Coffee

$2.5 - $5.2

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Beer 0.5L

$3.1 - $7.1

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$9.3 - $30.8

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Public transport, one-way ticket

$2.5 - $4.9

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$1.4 - $7.4

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$49.3 - $154.2

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$7.4 - $18.5

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McMeal at McDonalds

$8.2 - $11.1

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$1.9 - $3.4

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Public transport, monthly pass

$123.4 - $175.8

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.1 - $1.5

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$12.3 - $43.2

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Fitness club, monthly fee

$27.8 - $98.7

Weather In Sydney

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Precipitation In Sydney

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Air Quality

Moderate

PM2.58

PM1017

27

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Slight concern for sensitive groups. Most can continue outdoor activities.

Drinkable Water Quality

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Poor

Water quality is very low. Consider alternative water drinking options.

Traffic around property

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Moderate

Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.

House Rules

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Check in after 15:00

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Check out until 11:00

Children welcome

Pets welcome

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