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The Darling at the Star

5.0 star property

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9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Jewel City Spa Suite
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

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80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
  • Star Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • White Bay Cruise Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Stellar Suite

Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Adored Suite

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Darling King Room

Darling King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Jewel Suite

Jewel Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Darling Twin Room

Darling Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Jewel City Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Jewel Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Jewel City Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sydney

With a stay at The Darling at the Star in Sydney (Pyrmont), you'll be steps from Star Casino and 13 minutes by foot from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. .This casino hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from International Convention Centre Sydney and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Circular Quay.

What's nearby

  • Star Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • White Bay Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Star City Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 13 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harvest Buffet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fat Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quick Brown Fox Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Eye Dragon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪24/7 Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Darling at the Star

Luxury hotel with 9 restaurants and a full-service spa
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.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 171 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. Gambling sorts can try their luck at the casino, while others may prefer a nightclub or an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Sokyo, one of the hotel's 9 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 3 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 7 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (AUD 40 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 49.90 for adults and AUD 25.90 for children
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • 9 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Black
  • Fat Noodle
  • Harvest Buffet
  • Sokyo

Things to do

  • 1,500 slot machines
  • 24-hour gym
  • 312 gaming tables
  • Casino (39,558 square foot of space)
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 0.8 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 49.90 for adults and AUD 25.90 for children
  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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

The Darling at the Star Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 844 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are very kind and well organised
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service, very clean and super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ione

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great venue when watching a show. Easy access to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Lindfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay there again but pity about the breakfast as it was just ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Being my Birthday, we were lucky to be upgraded to a suite, the only words I have is sensational. Extremely clean, turn down service. Very friendly helpful reception.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ten stars out of five

The jewel suite is wonderful. My go to hotel in Sydney. Little things make a big difference, like the motion detecting night light and the cordless charging in the bedside table and strong water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Sydney

Great upgrade, fantastic room and views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As usual my stay at The Darling was outstanding. Comfort and luxury and stylish... hope to be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well appointed and clean. Good view of Darling Harbour and service was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, despite its size, all guest areas lovely, very high end and good services for guests including plenty of either formal or casual dining options. We had a jewel suite which was an absolute treat to finish our 2 weeks in Australia!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vastav

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so handy to everything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The nicest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in. We were fortunate to get upgraded to the Jewel Suite and it really made our anniversary weekend stay special. Loved the pool and hot the area, making full use on both days. Service from all staff was fantastic, but especially Tenzing on the front desk. Would definitely recommend a stay at The Darling.
Pool & hot tub area (viewed from our room)
City and harbour view
Jewel suite bathroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was phenomenal, on check in we were given a free upgrade and all staff were delightful and attentive. The food was delicious and the room was clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuesdey

Travelled with group
Everything was perfect. Staff so courteous and friendly, loved the mood lighting in the room and was lovely to arrive back at room in the evening and the beds had been turned down, moisturisers on the pillows and slippers next to the bed. Definitely will be booking in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Benjamin Great on check out But No view from my room And a certain staff member unhelpful and seemingly pretending he doesn’t understand English when asking for directions. Place is very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable with easy access to public transport and very walkable to the central shopping. The light rail immediately below the hotel was and outstanding facility. Staff very welcoming and professional.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda-lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received a false hope when they offered a free room upgrade and was taken away at the laat minute They compensated with wine and chocolates! Is that a fair trade? Overall place was well maintained and has a perfect location in Pyrmont.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I honestly coukd not fault our stay at The Darling . Service was exemplary staff should be commended. Our room was excellent and having great food and beverage venues at our fingertips j plus the Lyric Thearter to attend a great show ...what more could you want ...congrats The Darling other hotels should take note of your service and stule
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025