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Vulcan Hotel

locationUltimo, Sydney - NSW

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About Vulcan HotelAbout Vulcan Hotel

Location

This city hotel enjoys a central location in Wattle Street of Ultimo. A gentle stroll from the establishment will lead guests to Sydney's famous Darling Harbour, the city centre, Theatre Land and the universities. Guests should also be sure to pay a visit to Sydney's iconic landmarks, such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Meanwhile, the hotel offers easy access from Central Station and is just a 15-minute drive from Sydney Airport, which is 8 km from the accommodation.

Facility

The hotel was built in 1894. The hotel has a lift and features 46 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a transfer service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a queen-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a CD player, a DVD player, a plug adapter, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sport

The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including golf and a spa.

Meals

Dining facilities include a restaurant, a café and a bar. A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: VISA and MasterCard.

Amenities at Vulcan Hotel Amenities at Vulcan Hotel

  • Facilities

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      Air conditioning

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      Bar(s)

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      Café

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      Car Park

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      Conference Room

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      Garage

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Facilities

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Pets

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Room Service

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      Shops

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      TV Room

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Health checks on staff

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      Housekeeping only upon request

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      Hygiene training for staff

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      Mandatory mask-wearing

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Packaged meals

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      Protective equipment for employees

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      Protective masks for guests

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      Sanitiser dispenser

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Time interval between room bookings

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      Continental Breakfast

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      Special Diet

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      Special Offers

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Golf

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User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

363

Very Good

336

Average

80

Poor

41

Terrible

32

Recent Reviews: 852

  • User:dalfaber16

    Trip type: Couples

    Boutique My Backside

    rating05 May 2026

    Arrived at this hotel and the guy on reception was very nice. That’s where it ended. This place is small, painted a dingy dark green with narrow corridors. It frankly looked one step up from a backpacker hostel. Got to our room and it was tiny, the bathroom was bigger, couldn’t open one suitcase let alone two. The room was dull, dingy and looked like it could with a good makeover. Went straight onto booking.com and booked a decent hotel (Rydges World Square) which was actually only A$ 20 more than the same dates at the Vulcan, although we had obviously previously paid for the Vulcan but frankly I didn’t care. Ignore all the silly reviews about being a quaint boutique hotel. Anjenette Hernandez, General Manager at Vulcan Hotel, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that our hotel did not meet your personal expectations on this occasion. Our team is always committed to helping guests enjoy the most comfortable stay possible. When you returned to reception shortly after check‑in, several solutions were offered — including a room change — so we could better accommodate your needs. Unfortunately, you had already booked alternative accommodation before speaking with us, which limited our ability to assist further. You had reserved a Standard Queen Room, and both the room size and photos are clearly displayed on our website and booking platforms. For guests who prefer more spacious accommodation, our suites provide a significantly larger layout and may have been a more suitable choice.We understand that room size and style preferences vary, especially in a heritage boutique property such as ours. Many of our guests appreciate the charm, character, and personalised service that come with staying in a smaller historic hotel, as reflected in the majority of our genuine reviews. While our style may not appeal to everyone, we do strive to deliver exactly what is advertised.We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best in your future travels.

  • User:Catherine K

    Trip type: Family

    Lovely hotel, great location, amazing staff!

    rating20 Apr 2026

    My daughter and I really enjoyed our time at The Vulcan Hotel. It was my daughters birthday during our stay and one of the lovely staff surprised her with a cupcake and card in our room and she was over joyed with the surprise! Really made her day. The room was spacious, clean and extremely comfortable. The room was quiet and well stocked with anything you may need. All the staff working there are extremely friendly, very helpful and were happy to answer any questions you had. The free breakfast was such a lovely surprise and took all the stress away from going elsewhere and the barrista coffee was delicious! The hotels location is a short walk to public transport and shops. The price was very reasonable considering its location. Highly recommend The Vulcan Hotel the old school charm mixed with some more modern elements make it a lovely place to sit and enjoy your down time after a big day out. 10 out of 10 will stay again! Anjenette Hernandez, General Manager at Vulcan Hotel, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing to celebrate your daughter’s birthday with us. We’re truly delighted our team could add a special touch — it’s moments like that which make our day.We’ll pass your kind words on to the staff who looked after you; they’ll be thrilled to know their efforts were appreciated. It’s great to hear the room, breakfast and location helped make your stay relaxing and enjoyable.We can’t wait to welcome you both back — thank you for recommending The Vulcan Hotel.

  • User:Gary R

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Vulcan Hotel : Great Place To Stay

    rating18 Apr 2026

    Great location within walking distance of Sydney Central Railway Station and the Sydney Fish Markets. I was welcomed by the staff when I walked in to reservations with smiles. The Hotel has a cool, old world charm to it, after all I used to party there in the mid 90s when it was a pub/venue ! The rooms were clean, well presented and quite adequate with a comfortable bed, decent bar fridge and a spacious bathroom and an excellent shower. Down stairs the dinning room for breakfast was great. You wouldn't fit a football team in there, but the selection for breakfast was good.The semi double glazed windows provided good noise cancellation from the busy Wattle Street outside. For a hotel so close to the heart of the CBD, value for money, this place is well worth the stay. What more could you want ! Anjenette Hernandez, General Manager at Vulcan Hotel, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive stay with us and that the overall experience left a great impression. It’s always rewarding to know when guests feel welcomed, comfortable, and well‑looked‑after throughout their visit.We truly appreciate you sharing your thoughts, especially as someone familiar with the building’s history — it adds something special to your feedback. Providing good value and a memorable stay is something our team works hard to deliver, and it’s lovely to see that reflected in your comments.We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon.

  • User:Jan S

    Trip type: Family

    Great experience

    rating10 Apr 2026

    I love this Vulcan hotel, it’s so cute and positive. Always when we stay here we feel so relaxed and comfortable. Anjenette Hernandez, General Manager at Vulcan Hotel, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re truly delighted to hear that you love staying with us and that our little boutique hotel helps you feel relaxed and comfortable each time you visit. Creating that welcoming, positive atmosphere is exactly what we aim for, so your words mean a lot to our team.We’re grateful for your continued support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another great stay.

  • User:Lev O

    Trip type: Family

    Great value for the money

    rating05 Apr 2026

    We're here for the second time in a row and we're really happy with the hotel. It is located quite centrally, has a vintage atmosphere, and features quite a nice continental breakfast. The staff is very responsive and helpful. We had a balcony run which was clean but quite dated; that said, it didn't prevent us from enjoying our stay at all. There was some noise from the outside, but not during the night. Overall, this hotel offers great value for is prices. Anjenette Hernandez, General Manager at Vulcan Hotel, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you so much for staying with us again — it truly means a lot to our whole team. We’re delighted to hear that our central location, vintage charm, and continental breakfast made your visit enjoyable, and we’re especially glad our staff were able to assist you throughout your stay.We appreciate your thoughtful comments about the balcony room and the heritage character of the building. Feedback like yours helps us continue improving while preserving the atmosphere many of our returning guests love.We’re thrilled you continue to find great value in staying with us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit. It’s always a pleasure having you here.

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