Vibe Hotel Sydney

Great overall - but watch out for the wifi

Vibe hotel is a centrally-located, efficient (if not luxurious) hotel in Sydney's CBD. The location is great, just a block or so from Museum station and a couple blocks from Central, so you can take the train or walk basically everywhere. Rim, at the front desk, was super friendly and handled my early check-in with grace and kindness, which was especially nice considering I'd just landed from a 15 hour flight. My room was spacious and well-appointed. A major downside if you are traveling for business is that the wifi is TERRIBLE. Not exaggerating - at times it was like dialup speed, which is just completely unacceptable. Even after upgrading to the higher speed plan, the wifi was just too slow to be usable for typical business needs (file access, video/audio calls, etc.). I ended up having to spend time at cafes nearby to get my work done.

The hotel is a bit dated, and could use some updating. The furniture looks a bit worn. A major downside if you are traveling for business is that the wifi is TERRIBLE. Not exaggerating - at times it was like dialup speed, which is just completely unacceptable. Even after upgrading to the higher speed plan, the wifi was just too slow to be usable for typical business needs (file access, video/audio calls, etc.). I ended up having to spend time at cafes nearby to get my work done. Also, don't expect a great gym. While it's nice to have it on the rooftop since there are nice views, the few machines they have machines are older, and there's only a handful of free weights with no weight bench.

Great value, very good location, friendly/helpful staff

TV reception not great. Room good for price, but nothing fancy.