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The Darling at the Star

5.0 star property
Luxury spa hotel, walk to Star Casino

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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
Adored Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Spa

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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.)28 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The room was quiet, comfortable and the staff were very helpful! The most comfortable bed and turn down service at night...
Tracey
Apr 13, 2024
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Room options

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

Stellar Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Adored Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Darling King Room

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel Suite

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Darling Twin Room

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Jewel City Spa Suite

8.5/10 Very Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel Spa Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Jetted bathtub
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel City Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

The Darling at the Star is located in Pyrmont, a neighborhood in Sydney, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Sydney Opera House and International Convention Centre Sydney are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Circular Quay and King Street Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Accor Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing and boat tours adventures can be found near the property.
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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

Luxury boutique hotel near Star Casino
Close to King Street Wharf and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, The Darling at the Star provides a casino, a nightclub, and a poolside bar. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 1500 slot machines, 312 casino gaming tables, and 3 casino VIP rooms. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage, or a body wrap at The Spa at The Darling, the onsite spa. At the 9 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Japanese cuisine. In addition to a rooftop terrace and shopping on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • ATM/banking services, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 171 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Vietnamese

Property amenities

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

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 feet of space)
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

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

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Darling at the Star have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of Jun 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Darling at the Star on Jun 23, 2024 start from $192.33, 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.

Is The Darling at the Star pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Darling at the Star?

Self parking is available for AUD 40 per night.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Darling at the Star located?

Located in Pyrmont, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Star Casino, International Convention Centre Sydney, and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Queen Victoria Building and King Street Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km). Star City Light Rail Station and John Street Square Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 829 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 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

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Everything was of excellent quality. We went for a show at the Star so it was convenient to that. Show bed and pillows were all luxurious. Loved our stay. It’s better value and higher standard than other hotels in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern spacious classy communicative location great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanaz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks it was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey, Montclair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet, comfortable and the staff were very helpful! The most comfortable bed and turn down service at night with slippers laid out and a treat on the bed! I would highly recommend this hotel for luxury!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, for two adults and two kids sharing twin beds. Light rail directly to darling harbour (can walk too though), paddy’s market, china town. Lovely pool area, great temperature. Food options inside complex and outside. Cole’s supermarket just outside the complex.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent venue
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christiaan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was absolutely stunning. Was expecting the room to be around 60square feet in size. Room was closer to 60 square metres.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was excellent, the pool area was beautiful, quiet & clean with great drink service. We had a wonderful time & will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gin Louie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob Seeliger Pty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille Jamella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica, Lindfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel for workcation. Love the room layout, comfortable chaise. Food were excellent. Also tried several restaurants at The Star. Would like to book spa package next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all lovely and took the initiative in every way. will be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucy

What a lovely hotel and even more wonderful was there staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trifon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was top notch. From Start to Finish and everything inbetween. A World Class Facility, in every respect. Congratulations Star.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent.
Everything was excellent...room, food, service & location. Friendly staff & room made up each morning whilst at breakfast & returning from a walk which is so good. Evening room service with complimentary snacks, water, hand cream etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressive suite! Amazingly fitout and comfortable all around! Staff and service was superb.,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
5.0