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Novotel Sydney Darling Square

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A spacious bar area with high ceilings, multiple seating arrangements, and a visible bar counter.
Indoor pool
Exterior
A bar with wooden furnishings, a variety of liquor bottles, and large arched windows.
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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17 Little Pier Street, Darling Harbour, Sydney, NSW, 2000
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Town Hall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a painting, a shower, and a view of another room.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window with a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Central Sydney getaway .You'll be steps from Chinese Garden of Friendship and within a 10-minute walk of International Convention Centre Sydney with a stay at this Sydney Central Business District hotel. Capitol Theatre and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hyde Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Star Casino - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pumphouse Sydney - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fratelli Fresh Darling Harbour - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hakatamon Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yang San Park - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Haven Specialty Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Sydney Darling Square

4.5-star luxury hotel near Chinese Garden of Friendship
Novotel Sydney Darling Square offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 4144 square feet (385 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Novotel Sydney Darling Square.

This 4.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 230 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 4144 sq ft of conference space
  • 385 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Novotel Sydney Darling Square offers 230 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. A pillow menu is available. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 40 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 35 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 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

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 buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 40 per day (984 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Darling Harbour Novotel Rockford
Darling Harbour Rockford
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Novotel Rockford
Novotel Sydney Darling Square Hotel
Novotel Rockford Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Sydney Darling Square to the airport?

Novotel Sydney Darling Square is 10.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Sydney Darling Square on Jun 28, 2026 start from $142, including 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 Novotel Sydney Darling Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Sydney Darling Square.

How close is Novotel Sydney Darling Square to the beach?

This hotel is 5.7 mi (24-min drive) from Bondi Beach and 6 mi (25-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Novotel Sydney Darling Square offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Sydney Darling Square, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 35 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (19-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Novotel Sydney Darling Square have a pool?

Novotel Sydney Darling Square features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Novotel Sydney Darling Square have a restaurant?

Novotel Sydney Darling Square is home to Pumphouse, which features al fresco dining.

Does Novotel Sydney Darling Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Sydney Darling Square to downtown Sydney?

Novotel Sydney Darling Square is 0.7 mi away from Sydney.

Novotel Sydney Darling Square Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 601 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ll stay there again, I’m a big fan, it’s a great location and very nice rooms.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and friendly staff. Good breakfast and nearby good shopping and dining area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shahnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right in Darling Harbour with easy access to lots of restaurants. Easy access to the CBD. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was good. Overall a lovely hotel to stay at, would go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfy bed, and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did enjoy the pool!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff, good buffet breakfast, convenient to Chinatown
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, beautiful lobby, friendly and helpful staff, excellent location with parking close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Close to city and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Buan Choo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location of hotel is great for moving around. Walking distance to many places of interest as well as many eateries nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good hotel staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel to stay at, the grounds were lovely, the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Justin

Staff very kind and helpful, room was clean and location very good. Would definetely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff encountered were friendly and professional. The room was lovely and clean. Room service late at night was Happy to serve. We couldn't fault the hotel. Great location also.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mary - jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always love staying here! love the location. will always stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful, the location was perfect, and the breakfasts were amazing thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location & nice staff, will come back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Mario

Everyone was helpful and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location for the Convention Center. Lovely room, lots of food options around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect- spacious, clean room, excellent location, great staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025