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The Darling at the Star

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Star Casino

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The Darling at the Star

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Reception
Jewel City Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Overview of The Darling at the Star

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
  • Popular LocationStar Casino1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCircular Quay5 min drive
  • AirportSydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)27 min drive

Room options

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Stellar Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Adored Suite

Adored Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Darling King Room

Darling King Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Darling King Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Jewel Suite

Jewel Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Jewel Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Darling Twin Room

Darling Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Darling Twin Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Jewel City Spa Suite

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

Jewel City Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Jewel Spa Suite

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

Jewel Spa Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Jewel City Suite

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

Jewel City Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Pyrmont stay.At this Pyrmont hotel, you'll be steps from Star Casino and within a 15-minute walk of International Convention Centre Sydney. Circular Quay and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Star Casino - 1 min walk
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 14 min walk
  • Sydney Town Hall - 19 min walk
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Opera House - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Star Garden Buffet - 1 min walk
  • Fat Noodle - 1 min walk
  • 24/7 Sports Bar - 1 min walk
  • Gallon - 3 min walk
  • Antidote - 2 min walk

About this property

The Darling at the Star

5-star luxury hotel near Star Casino
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
The Darling at the Star offers 171 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 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.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Spa at The Darling. 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available for a fee: AUD 48 per person
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • 9 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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.

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 security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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.

We should mention

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

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Darling at the Star to the airport?

The Darling at the Star is 11.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Darling at the Star?

As of May 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Darling at the Star on May 9, 2024 start from $189.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Darling at the Star have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Darling at the Star.

How close is The Darling at the Star to the beach?

This hotel is 10.3 mi (31-min drive) from Manly Beach and 6.6 mi (27-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Darling at the Star offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Darling at the Star, but Japanese breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 48 per person.

Is there a casino at The Darling at the Star?

During your stay you can enjoy the 39558 square-foot casino on site, featuring 1500 slot machines and 312 gaming tables.

What time is check-in at The Darling at the Star?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Darling at the Star?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 40 per night.

Does The Darling at the Star have a pool?

The Darling at the Star features an outdoor pool.

Does The Darling at the Star have a restaurant?

The Darling at the Star is home to Sokyo, which features Japanese cuisine.

Does The Darling at the Star have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Spa at The Darling, where you can enjoy body treatments, facials, and aromatherapy.

How close is The Darling at the Star to downtown Sydney?

The Darling at the Star is 0.8 mi away from Sydney.

The Darling at the Star Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 826 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GLYN, CHOBHAM

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, above light rail service, short walk to main area at darling harbour, many restaurants at hotel, for all tastes, back of hotel also a ferry stop
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mei Kuen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and what’s expected for a 5 star property. Will be staying again. Cheers
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel in Sydney. Staff are attentive, friendly and helpful. Rooms are exquisite. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredible. Made us feel so special
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, facilities, room. Staff, though, is what made the experience AMAZING! They went above and beyond, every single person we engaged with. Highly recommend, and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024