AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney
This property is suitable for budget-conscious travellers prioritising location and bunk privacy over pristine facilities. Be prepared for a basic hostel experience with some notable hygiene shortcomings.
AZZURRO POD HOTEL in Central Sydney offers a budget-friendly stay with a focus on privacy within dorm rooms. Guests sleep in open bunks equipped with effective light-blocking privacy curtains. While the location is consistently praised for its centrality and proximity to key transport links and attractions, the property struggles with cleanliness, particularly in its shared bathrooms, which are frequently described as old, tiny, and prone to issues like mold and flooding. Communal areas, though modern, are often noted as being too small for the property's capacity, leading to crowded mealtimes. The virtual reception staff are generally helpful, and the included free dinner is a welcome bonus for many guests.
♀ Reviews mention a '6 bed female dorm with ensuite'.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- 360 m5 min walk
- 397 m5 min walk
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 2,572 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Noise from windows is a concern, and air conditioning control and placement can lead to discomfort or noise for some guests, particularly those in upper bunks. However, one review noted the place was calm and quiet.
“there was a lot of noise from the windows in our dorm which kept me up a bit.”
“the aircon is in one persons bed so they have full control of it meaning the last few days were very hot and stuffy in the room even with the window open.”
“if you have upper bunk the aircon blast right on you”
Pod comfort
Reviews are mixed on bed comfort, with some finding mattresses uncomfortable and pillows thin, while others describe beds as comfy or comfy enough. There's a note that beds might not be ideal for tall people.
“The mattress was not particularly comfortable”
“Comfortable beds”
“Bed was comfy enough”
Privacy
Privacy is a strong point, with guests consistently praising the effective light-blocking curtains on the beds and the good privacy offered by the bunks. Lockers are also provided for security.
“The privacy of the bunks was good.”
“The light-blocking curtains on the bed were exceptionally effective”
“Privacy curtains on beds”
Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a significant issue, with multiple complaints about unclean toilets, mold in showers, and bathrooms needing hygienic improvements. While some mention rooms being hoovered, common areas and bathrooms frequently receive negative comments regarding their cleanliness.
“Toilets and kitchen could use a frequent deep clean apart from the usual floor wipe.”
“the bathrooms could do with some structural and hygienic improvements”
“there was Mold in the showers.”
Shared bathrooms
Shared bathrooms are a major drawback, frequently described as old, tiny, and run down, with issues like mold, flooding due to lack of shower curtains, and insufficient hooks. There are also complaints about a lack of hot water and limited number of showers for the property size.
“The bathroom was small however it was clean and usable.”
“the bathrooms could do with some structural and hygienic improvements”
“there was Mold in the showers.”
Luggage storage
Lockers are available in rooms and are generally considered secure and of reasonable size, fitting hand luggage and backpacks. However, one guest reported their assigned locker was already occupied, and another mentioned the property 'needs luggage store' which could imply a lack of dedicated storage for larger items.
“The locker that was meant to be for my bed in the dorm had other people's things in it.”
“big locker in the room to lock (with your own lock)”
“a locker of reasonable size per bed (it fit my hand luggage case and backpack easy).”
Staff & check-in
Staff service, primarily through a virtual reception, is generally well-regarded, with guests describing staff as friendly, helpful, and providing good support. Check-in is smooth via door codes and an iPad screen. However, some found the virtual reception a bit confusing at times.
“The virtual reception is a bit confusing at times.”
“The virtual receptionist was friendly and keen to help”
“friendly staff (via camera)”
Location & access
The location is consistently praised as excellent, being very central, good, and close to key areas like Central Station and Chinatown, making it easy to find and access.
“location is good”
“central”
“Very central”
Atmosphere
The property offers long dining tables for socializing and has a modern kitchen and common area. However, several guests noted that the communal areas are small and can feel cramped, especially at dinnertime, limiting social opportunities for a larger property.
“Long dining tables make for good socializing opportunities”
“Nice Modern kitchen and common area.”
“Small communal area for how big the property was”
Value for money
Guests generally consider the property good value for money, especially given its central location and included meals. However, one reviewer felt it should be cheaper for what it offers.
“Good price”
“great value for money.”
“reasonable price”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- persistent cleanliness issues in bathrooms
- small and cramped communal areas
- noise from windows
- no elevator
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