22 Shelley St, King Street Wharf, Sydney, Australia | (888) 616-5829
Central location a two-minute walk from King Street Wharf
Sleek, air-conditioned rooms with mini-fridges and electric kettles
Rooms with harbor views available
Buffet breakfast served on-site (for a fee)
On-site self-parking facilities (for a fee)
Internet kiosk in lobby
Free Wi-Fi in lobby (though there's a time limit)
Steep fee for in-room Wi-Fi, and free lobby Wi-Fi has time limit
No fitness facilities
No restaurant
The 91-room Ibis Sydney King Street Wharf is a centrally located mid-range hotel with a sleeker look than many of the other properties under the Ibis umbrella. The air-conditioned rooms in a cool grey color palette are modern, and have writing desks, mini-fridges, and electric kettles, though some are on the small side and show a bit of wear. The common area amenities are limited and all cost extra -- expect hefty fees for Internet, breakfast, and parking. Potential guests may want to compare rates at the more upscale 1888 Hotel nearby, which has free Wi-Fi and a trendier atmosphere.
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Scene
Small, modern hotel with basic facilities
Housed in a modern seven-story building, the Ibis Sydney King Street Wharf has a casual, friendly vibe. Common areas include a small lobby with a few red vinyl sofas and a rack of brochures on area attractions. A sectioned-off breakfast room is located off to one side of the lobby. Elevators lead up to the rooms. The hotel attracts plenty of leisure travelers, and while it doesn't have the facilities to host meetings or business events, it's a convenient and affordable choice for business travelers making a pitstop in central Sydney. The overall atmosphere is sleek and modern, though the property lacks amenities.
Location
Near King Street Wharf in central Sydney
The Ibis is located in a commercial area, near office buildings and right by a supermarket and a few cafes. It's a two-minute walk from the King Street Wharf, from where visitors can catch ferries and tour boats.It's about a 15-minute walk to the heart of the Central Business District, while the Australian Museum and Hyde Park are a 20-minute walk away. The Sydney Opera House takes about 10 minutes to reach by car, the Taronga Zoo is a 15-minute drive away without traffic, and Bondi Beach takes closer to 20 minutes. The Sydney Airport takes a minimum of 20 minutes by car (without traffic) and can also be reached by the Airport Line (T2), which stops at Wynyard Station, a 10-minute walk away.
Rooms
Simple, sleek, air-conditioned rooms with desks and mini-fridges, some with harbor views
The Ibis has 91 rooms, all with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable, safes, electric kettles, and mini-fridges, as well as safes that are awkwardly placed at the bottom of closets. Room decor is simple, but sleeker than what's found in many of the budget chain's other Sydney properties, with dark hardwood floors, light-wood furniture (including glass-top desks), and stark white beds with olive-colored velvet throw cushions. Some wear may be visible and rooms can be quite small. Small bathrooms have walk-in showers, pedestal sinks, and a couple of shelves for storing the free basic toiletries provided to guests. Rooms with king, queen, and two twins are available, and some look out on the harbor (but others face the highway). Wi-Fi costs a steep fee.
Features
Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and on-site parking -- all cost extra
A continental buffet breakfast is served daily in a sectioned-off breakfast room, but it's expensive (although there is a reduced rate for children). Wi-Fi is available for free in the lobby for a limited time, and there's an Internet kiosk guests can use, but there's a steep fee for in-room Wi-Fi. There's also a pricey fee for parking. Tours and babysitting services can be arranged through the front desk.
