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The Darling at the Star

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 9 restaurants and full-service spa

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Stellar Suite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

Room options

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Stellar Suite

Stellar Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Adored Suite

Adored Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Darling King Room

Darling King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Jewel Suite

Jewel Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Darling Twin Room

Darling Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel City Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel City Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Darling King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel City Spa suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Jewel City Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Darling Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

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80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009

What's nearby

  • Star Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Circular Quay - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 4 min drive - 2.0 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

  • ‪The Star Garden Buffet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fat Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪24/7 Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sovereign Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quick Brown Fox Eatery - ‬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 3 casino VIP rooms, 1500 slot machines and 312 casino gaming tables. Indulge in a detox wrap, a massage and a body scrub at the on-site spa. At the 9 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's 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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A porter/bellboy, multilingual staff and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 171 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Vietnamese

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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

  • Free 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 0.8 per cent 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 cots 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: from approximately AUD 49.90 for adults and from 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 per cent

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

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 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Darling at the Star on 3 Jul 2025 start from NZ$337.69, 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.

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout 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, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and International Convention Centre Sydney. King Street Wharf and Sydney Town Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km). Star City Light Rail Station and John Street Square Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Darling at the Star Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 842 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1005 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

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with excellent service. Staff do their absolute best to treat their guests well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, upgraded to level 15 with beautiful views for my bestie's 40th Birthday. Free parking and $50 credit which I used for dinner at Sokyo. Buffet breakfast was huge! Definitely will stay again .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

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

10/10 Excellent

lee

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

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility at reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 4 night stay at this hotel. The staff and hotel facilities were excellent, and it’s well located to walk to Darling Harbour and local transport links
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Darling, it was clean and a great size for my husband, toddler and I. Very close to walk to the train station as well as the city zoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuesdey

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing Would stay here over star everytime
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay, fresh, clean and just perfect place loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Amenities
The huge bath was fantastic over looking the harbor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, my room is big and spacious, l had a comfortable stay for 6 nights and l just love this hotel !
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wooveena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good area to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent, talent were attentive and professional. Room and facilities were outstanding. Loved my stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The décor was modern and up to date, creating a welcoming and stylish atmosphere. The staff went above and beyond to be accommodating. The front desk clerk, in particular, was incredibly helpful—recommending local attractions and great restaurants, and even taking the time to circle them on a map of the city. Their hospitality really enhanced my stay. However, the rules and requirements for the attached casino were a bit off-putting and took away from the overall experience. The atms available did not allow myself or anyone of in my party to withdrawl funds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yashan Zarir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, very clean and also amazing service
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

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

Great place to stay

Great stay.. nice rooms.. no complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sekhar Reddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent, cleaners were great !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms at The Darling are exceptional and i can honestly say, the nicest rooms i have aver stayed at in all my travels. Staff are exceptional from the door to houskeeping. Will keep coming back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lincoln

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

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Stay was fantastic, room was excellent will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean environment and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025