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Sydney · New South Wales

The Darling at The Star

80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2009

9.3 Wonderful3189 guest reviews

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Amenities and Features

    The Darling at The Star is a haven of luxury and entertainment, boasting a casino, day spa, and an impressive selection of 20 bars and restaurants. Guests can indulge in modern rooms with stunning city skyline views or relax in the Turkish bath and scented outdoor pool.

  • Exceptional Room Features

    Each room at The Darling Sydney is thoughtfully designed with a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and luxurious amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrobes. Whether overlooking the city or surrounding suburbs, guests are sure to enjoy a comfortable and stylish stay.

  • Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

    Located just a short distance from Cockle Bay, The Darling offers easy access to Sydney's iconic landmarks such as the Opera House and The Rocks historic district. With the Sydney International Convention Centre within walking distance, guests can explore the city with ease.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Darling at The Star - book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Helpful staff

  • Clean rooms

  • Great location

At the hotel

Popular amenities

42 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Casino
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
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Pools & wellness

  • Massage services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Restaurant
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box
  • Smoke alarms

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Free WiFi
  • Key card access
  • Minimarket on site
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Room service
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

3,189 reviews
8/ 10
Very modern and innovative designs. Loved the western suite.
Moria · couple · 2026-10-23

The guest experience

9.3out of 10
3189 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Helpful staff
  • Clean rooms
  • Great location
  • Luxurious experience
  • Good value for money

Worth knowing — Insufficient amenities · Pillows too soft · Cigarette smell in room

How guests scored the stay

  • Service10.0

    Staff were consistently described as helpful, accommodating, and professional.

  • Room Quality9.8

    Rooms praised for comfort and aesthetic appeal.

  • Overall Experience9.8

    Numerous reviews highlighted exceptional and memorable experiences.

  • Cleanliness9.3

    Overall positive comments about the cleanliness from multiple reviews.

  • Value for Money9.3

    Guests expressed satisfaction with the price relative to overall experience.

  • Location9.3

    Great location mentioned in several reviews for accessibility and tranquility.

  • Food and Beverage8.7

    Buffet breakfast was praised, but no menu for in-room service was mentioned.

  • Amenities8.3

    Generally positive but noted lack of sufficient supplies and features.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Remarkably consistent

100% of 5 recent stays rated 8+

9.33189 reviews

  • Lovely hotel. Great reception staff but staff at bar inattentive and very slow to serve. Not good bar service.

    8/10

    Moria · couple · 2026-10-23

    “Very modern and innovative designs. Loved the western suite.”

  • Beautiful hotel with fantastic location

    9/10

    Elouara · couple · 2026-10-20

    “Property was in a great location, just a short walk from anything. The room was beautiful, clean, had a relatively nice view. The staff we very professional.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Girllovingthevibe · solo traveller · 2026-10-17

    “Everything about my stay was exceptional!!!!”

  • Beautiful, we will be back!

    10/10

    Kerry · couple · 2026-10-16

    “Everything! Bottle of wine for our anniversary was a lovely touch, especially as we went through bookings.com rather than direct.”

  • location was main focus

    9/10

    Antony · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Made room available early due to function to attend. Needed room to freshen up due to long drive.”

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