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4.7 out of 5

"Fantastic service and great place to stay. " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 21 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Sydney awaits you at The Darling at the Star. Within steps you'll find Star Casino and International Convention Centre Sydney within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique hotel include 9 restaurants, 7 bars/lounges, and a full-service spa.

A relaxing visit to The Spa at The Darling can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Sokyo, serves Japanese cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. At the hotel's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, nightclub, 24-hour gym, and Turkish bath/hammam. Other amenities include a casino, free WiFi in public areas, and a spa tub. Japanese breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Within a 20-minute walk of this 5-star Pyrmont hotel, attractions include SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Queen Victoria Building.

Darling King Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$362* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

Jewel Spa Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Stellar Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Jewel Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Adored Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Darling Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

The Darling at the Star ratings based on 299 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Darling at the Star

Everyone (159) Couples (82) Family (34)
5 out of 5
Love it

Posted by on 26 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
Fantastic service and great place to stay.

Posted by on 21 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5
Parking instructions for the hotel given were very unclear. We were unfamiliar with the area and this was very frustrating and should have been easy. We should have been advised the parking was off Edwards st (so easy!). The see through toilet panels were unnecessary. It was difficult to get proper lighting anywhere in the room to apply makeup. That being said, the beds and pillows were so comfortable, the room was modern and functional and the staff service was excellent. Proximity to the Lyric theatre and Darling harbour is very close and so was great for our overnight stay.

Posted by on 9 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 4 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
Property was excellent, the pool area was beautiful, quiet & clean with great drink service. We had a wonderful time & will return!

Posted by on 1 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 26 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Great recommend to anyone

Posted by on 23 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Service of the highest order from all staff, promptness of response to any query,standard of facilities excellent Would have no hesitation in recommending to anyone for central, 5 star accomodation in Sydney

Posted by on 12 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Everything was top notch. From Start to Finish and everything inbetween. A World Class Facility, in every respect. Congratulations Star.

Posted by on 12 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Impressive suite! Amazingly fitout and comfortable all around! Staff and service was superb.,

Posted by on 9 Feb. 2024

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About the The Darling at the Star

Location 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW 2009

Property Features

The Darling at the Star offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. There are 9 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 7 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. A casino, a nightclub, and a 24-hour fitness center are also featured at the luxury The Darling at the Star. For a fee, parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Sydney hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 171 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • 9 dining venues
  • 7 bars or lounges
  • 3 coffee shops
  • Built in 2011
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Exhibition Centre Station (1.1 km / 0.7 mi)
  • Metro station: Star City Light Rail Station (0.2 km / 0.1 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Darling at the Star offers 171 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

  • Bathrooms are partially open
  • Minibar
  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Espresso maker
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy Japanese breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Sokyo - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Black - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fat Noodle - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Harvest Buffet - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Massages
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Detoxification wrap

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately AUD 48 per person
  • Self parking fee: AUD 40 per night
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.8 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Darling Star Hotel Pyrmont
  • Darling Star Hotel
  • Star Darling
  • Darling Star Pyrmont
  • The Darling at the Star Hotel
  • The Darling at the Star Pyrmont
  • The Darling at the Star Hotel Pyrmont

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.