The Darling at the Star
Sydney, Australia
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Is The Darling at the Star good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 8.5/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: harbour views; spacious rooms; tram access. No recurring complaint stands out.
Staylist AI overview · based on 8 public guest reviews
“The Darling's sleek Sydney harbor stay”
The Darling at the Star is a super luxury Sydney hotel — clean neat spacious rooms guests loved, stunning Darling Harbour views, tram access straight to the CBD, a location beside The Star close to the Fish Market plus cozy cafes, restaurants and a Coles, and extremely friendly staff; families had wonderful trips and one-night guests plan returns. One reviewer adds a gentle rebuke about wealthy guests' attitudes at the property.
- Rooms
- Neat, spacious and super luxury guest rooms.
- Service
- Extremely friendly staff throughout guest stays.
- Location
- Beside The Star, a tram ride to CBD.
- Facilities
- Easy access to The Star entertainment complex.
- Value
- One of Sydneys best per several guests.
- Harbour views
- Spacious rooms
- Tram access
- Clean
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Gym
- Private parking
Best forLuxury staysFamiliesEntertainment trips
How it compares
The Darling at the Star ranks #13 of 90 hotels Staylist lists in Sydney and #10 of 35 5-star hotels there. At about $194 a night it is 53% below the median for 5-star hotels in Sydney ($411). The closest listed alternative is The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney, 200 m away (score 7.1).
About the hotel
- Address
- 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont, Sydney, New South Wales, 2009, Australia
- Hotel class
- ★★★★★ 5-star
- Opened
- 2011
- Check-in / out
- From 15:00 · by 11:00
- Distance to centre
- 1.1 km
- Getting there
- Airport: Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (13.24 km) · Train Station: Town Hall Station (1.38 km) · Metro: Fish Market (0.35 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Nearby hotels
- The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney200 m · 7.1 · $421
- Kith Hotel Darling Harbour400 m · 8.8
- Novotel Sydney Darling Harbour400 m · 6.2 · $182
- Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour500 m · 7.3 · $600
- Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites600 m · 5.7 · $136
Amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Casino
- Spa
- Massage room
- Executive lounge
- Gym
- Private parking
- EV charging station
- Bar
- Nightclub
- 5 Restaurants
- Taxi booking service
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Pool bar
- Car charging facilities
- Mighty Bird
- Flying Fish and Chips
- Adanos Grill
- Double Chin Eats
- Eat Ozzo
- Postal service
- Fax/copying service
- Concierge service
Frequently asked questions
- What time is check-in at The Darling at the Star?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
- Does The Darling at the Star have a pool?
- Yes: outdoor swimming pool, pool bar.
- Is there parking at The Darling at the Star?
- Yes: private parking.
- What wellness facilities does The Darling at the Star have?
- Spa, Massage room, Gym.
- How far is The Darling at the Star from the airport?
- The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport, about 13.24 km away.
- How far is The Darling at the Star from the centre of Sydney?
- About 1.1 km.
- Is The Darling at the Star suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.