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The Darling at The Star
5 stars

The Darling at The Star

80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, NSW 2009, Australia
Sydney, Australia
See location+61 297 779 000
From
$148
Cheapest

rate per night

9.3
Excellent
based on 1673 reviews
1,673 reviews
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Nightly total
King room
Standard room
Superior room

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About The Darling at The Star

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

The Darling at The Star is a family-friendly hotel located in Sydney, Australia and is only five miles away from Kingsford Smith Airport, offers airport transportation for an added fee, and is a 13-minute walk from Wynyard Station. This hotel has a vast amount of amenities to offer guests, including free WiFi, a gym, a pool, a hot tub, on-site restaurant, poolside bar, a spa, concierge, dry cleaning, butler service, laundry service, and for guests visiting The Darling at The Star on business, it offers a banquet room, conference facilities, and meeting rooms.

This establishment has a total of 171 rooms available for booking year-round, with room sizes varying from standard, family rooms, and suites. The Darling at The Star has smoking rooms available for guests. This hotel has room features that include air conditioning, a small refrigerator, a minibar, a safe, a flatscreen TV with satellite channels, an iPod docking station, and a coffee maker.

The Darling at The Star is located near many restaurants excluding the on-site restaurant it has. Blue Eye Dragon, a Chinese style restaurant, is a short three-minute walk from the hotel grounds. Social Brew Cafe is a four-minute walk from the hotel, LuMi Bar & Dining is a five-minute walk from the hotel, and The Ternary is a six-minute walk away from the establishment.

Closeby attractions that are located near the hotel include Sydney Lyric Theater, which is a two-minute walk from The Darling at The Star. Australian National Maritime Museum is a four-minute walk from the establishment, James Craig Tall Ship and Flight Experience Sydney - Flight Simulator are both a five-minute walk from the hotel grounds. Further popular attractions include the Sydney Opera House, which is almost one and a half miles from the hotel, and Bicentennial Park, which is almost seven miles from the establishment.

Latest deals for The Darling at The Star

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Darling at The Star

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

General

  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Beauty salon
  • Night club

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of The Darling at The Star

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They offer insights and recommendations from previous guests and hotel information to help future visitors enhance their stay at the hotel.

What are the room features at The Darling at The Star?

The rooms at The Darling at The Star include air conditioning, a small refrigerator, a minibar, a safe, a flatscreen TV with satellite channels, an iPod docking station, and a coffee maker.

What amenities are available at The Darling at The Star?

The hotel offers a variety of amenities including free WiFi, a gym, a pool, a hot tub, on-site restaurant, poolside bar, a spa, concierge, dry cleaning, butler service, laundry service, banquet room, conference facilities, and meeting rooms.

What can I expect from the staff at The Darling at The Star?

Guests can expect exceptionally clean rooms, great views, professional housekeeping, and friendly and welcoming staff during their stay at The Darling at The Star.

When is the best time to visit The Darling at The Star?

The high season at The Darling at The Star is in October, offering a great time to experience the hotel's exceptional service and facilities.

What are the nearby attractions to The Darling at The Star?

Nearby attractions include the Sydney Lyric Theater, Australian National Maritime Museum, James Craig Tall Ship, Flight Experience Sydney - Flight Simulator, Sydney Opera House, and Bicentennial Park.

The questions and answers provided in this section are generated by an artificial intelligence model based on a summarization of user hotel reviews and hotel information.See more

They offer insights and recommendations from previous guests and hotel information to help future visitors enhance their stay at the hotel.

Opt for a Room with a View

Consider booking a room with a harbor view, such as the Jewel Suite, for a special and luxurious experience, as recommended by several guests.

Enjoy the Nearby Attractions

Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to popular attractions like the Sydney Lyric Theater, Australian National Maritime Museum, and James Craig Tall Ship, all within a short walking distance.

Consider Room Upgrade Requests

Guests have had success with room upgrade requests, especially for special occasions such as anniversaries, so it's worth inquiring about this option.

Take Advantage of Early Check-in and Late Check-out

The hotel has been accommodating with early check-ins and late check-outs, providing added convenience for guests.

Explore Dining Options Nearby

Venture out to nearby restaurants like Blue Eye Dragon, Social Brew Cafe, and LuMi Bar & Dining for a diverse culinary experience beyond the hotel's on-site restaurant.

Enjoy the Pool Area

Guests have praised the spacious and uncrowded pool area, providing a relaxing space to unwind and enjoy the facilities.

Appreciate the Exceptional Staff

The hotel's staff have been consistently praised for their friendliness, professionalism, and exceptional service, contributing to a memorable and welcoming experience for guests.

Consider Transportation Options

While the hotel offers airport transportation for a fee, it's worth exploring other nearby transportation options such as Wynyard Station, which is a short walk away.

Request for Room Amenities

Some guests have noted that certain room amenities, such as the mini-bar, were fully stocked to the point of limited personal use, so it may be beneficial to request adjustments based on personal preferences.

Plan for High Season Visits

If planning a visit in October, consider the high season, while May is noted as the low season, which could impact availability and pricing.

Location

80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, NSW 2009

What's nearby

  • Darling Harbour0.6 mi
  • Queen Victoria Building0.7 mi
  • Pitt Street Mall0.8 mi
  • Sydney Tower0.8 mi
  • Hyde Park1 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art1 mi
  • Circular Quay1.1 mi
  • St Mary's Cathedral1.1 mi
  • The Rocks Markets1.1 mi
  • Art Gallery of New South Wales1.3 mi
  • Royal Botanic Gardens1.3 mi
  • Sydney Opera House1.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Darling at The Star

Low season

December

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$224

Average price (weekend night)

$330
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 186% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Darling at The Star

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Top tips for your stay at The Darling at The Star

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Darling at The Star, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Darling at The Star, plan to stay on a Saturday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Darling at The Star was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $285, while the most expensive was $285.
  • How long should you stay at The Darling at The Star? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at The Darling at The Star

  • Where is The Darling at The Star located?

    The Darling at The Star is located at 80 Pyrmont Street in Pyrmont, 1 miles from the center of Sydney. Darling Harbour is the closest landmark to The Darling at The Star.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Darling at The Star?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Darling at The Star.

  • Does The Darling at The Star offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Darling at The Star offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Darling at The Star from the airport?

    The Darling at The Star is 5 miles from Sydney Kingsford Smith. The Darling at The Star is 82.8 miles from Newcastle Williamtown.

  • Does The Darling at The Star have a pool?

    Yes, The Darling at The Star has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Darling at The Star hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Darling at The Star in Sydney and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Darling at The Star and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Darling at The Star.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.0

Distance to city center

1.0 mi

Nearest Airport

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Distance to airport

5.0 mi