Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Darling at The Star

Featuring a casino, a day spa and 20 bars and restaurants, The Darling at The Star is just 650 metres from Cockle Bay. It offers modern rooms, some with views over the city skyline, while others look towards Pyrmont and surrounding suburbs. The rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV, an iPod docking station, minibar, tea-and-coffee maker and safety deposit box. Each air-conditioned room features luxurious bathrobes and Egyptian cotton sheets. The Darling Sydney is 8 minutes’ drive from Sydney Opera House and The Rocks historic district. Sydney International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. The Sydney International Convention Centre is just 10-minute walk away. Guests can relax in the Turkish bath, or enjoy swimming in the scented outdoor pool with its own bar. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception and valet parking. The hotel has a wide range of restaurants such as celebrity chef Luke Nguyen’s Fat Noodle. Rock Lily Bar offers live music and an extensive selection of tequilas.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Star Entertainment
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Sydney
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ava
    Australia Australia
    It was the perfect after wedding suite to stay in after our wedding. The 24 hour room service was a lifesaver!
  • Kelela
    Australia Australia
    My husband and I were celebrating our 20 years anniversary, the lovely receptionist quizzed me about our stay, and I did inform him, and he gave me a few choices and we settled on a fruit platter and sparkling water which was complimentary. My...
  • Catherine
    Australia Australia
    The staff and amenities were amazing, central for our night out
  • Jordan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything you would expect from a 5 star property. Immaculate
  • Kelly
    Australia Australia
    Our room was like a home away from home. We slept so well, the blockout curtains had us sleeping in, which was amazing.
  • Paul
    Australia Australia
    Central to everything walking Distance, Exceptionally Clean comfy beds , we stayed twice for three days within three weeks.
  • Leslee
    Australia Australia
    The service was excellent and the room very comfortable. I felt at home.
  • Julia
    Australia Australia
    Amazing. Staff were lovely, room was quiet and comfortable. Wish we could have stayed longer.
  • Cem
    Australia Australia
    everything was amazing, we are so greatful to Andrew for the upgrade aswell as it was my partners birthday
  • J
    Jackie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location. Everything was clean and well maintained. Staff exceptional. Front desk very Helpful and housekeeping amazing. Everyone So friendly. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Facilities of The Darling at The Star
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
  • Casino

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Reception services

  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

    Wellness

    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Vietnamese
    • Chinese

    House rules
    The Darling at The Star takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Cot upon request
    Free
    2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 80 per child, per night
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 80 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardEftposCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that there is a 0.8% charge when you pay with a credit card.

    Please note that the property requires a $100 per night credit card pre-authorisation at time of check-in to cover any incidental charges or damage to the property.

    From Sunday 11th September 2022 until late March, there will be periods of elevated noise during the hours of 9:00 -17:00 daily as we work through the refurbishment of some of The Darling guestrooms. During this time, we will do our best to minimise any inconveniences this may cause.

    The accommodation prices shown online are for bookings of up to 9 rooms only, regardless of room type. Room rates and booking terms may be different for group bookings depending on the number of rooms booked and will be cancelled should it exceed the maximum number bookable online. To make a booking of 10 rooms or more please email us directly: Sales@star.com.au

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Darling at The Star in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about The Darling at The Star

    • Guests staying at The Darling at The Star can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet

    • Room options at The Darling at The Star include:

      • Suite
      • Double
      • Twin

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at The Darling at The Star may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Darling at The Star is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Darling at The Star is 0.8 miles from the centre of Sydney. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Darling at The Star offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Massage
      • Casino
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Spa facilities
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Swimming Pool
      • Fitness

    • The Darling at The Star has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1