The Darling at the Star

5.0 star property
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Lobby sitting area
Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
Jewel Suite
9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
  • Star Casino
    1 min walk
  • Sydney Lyric Theatre
    6 min walk
  • International Convention Centre Sydney
    13 min walk
  • Sydney, NSW (RSE-Rose Bay Seaplane Base)
    21 min drive

Room options

Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Darling King Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Jewel Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Darling Twin Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Jewel City Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Jewel Spa Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Jewel City Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sydney

With a stay at The Darling at the Star in Sydney (Pyrmont), you'll be steps from Star Casino and 13 minutes by foot from International Convention Centre Sydney. .This casino hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Circular Quay.

What's nearby

  • Star Casino - 1 min walk
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 13 min walk
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 14 min walk
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive
  • White Bay Cruise Terminal - 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 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sovereign Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quick Brown Fox Eatery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Darling at the Star

Luxury Sydney hotel in Pyrmont with 9 restaurants
The Darling at the Star offers 171 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Spa at The Darling. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 171 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. Gambling sorts can try their luck at the casino, while others may prefer a nightclub or an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Sokyo, one of the hotel's 9 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 3 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 7 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Sokyo - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Black - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fat Noodle - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Harvest Buffet - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (AUD 40 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: AUD 49.90 for adults and AUD 25.90 for children
  • 9 restaurants and 3 coffee shops
  • 7 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Sokyo
  • Black
  • Fat Noodle
  • Harvest Buffet

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Turkish bath/hammam

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • 312 casino gaming tables
  • 1500 casino slot machines
  • 3 casino VIP rooms
  • Casino (39558 square feet of space)
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Bathroom (partially open)
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels
  • iPod dock
  • Films for purchase

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

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

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: approximately AUD 49.90 for adults and 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 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

The Darling at the Star Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 839 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 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

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great except for a fire alarm that went off in middle of night and made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Min

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

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The venue was clean and staff accommodating to our needs. We will return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nehemiah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is fantastic. Amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with quality fittings in the room. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay thankyou. Looking forward to going back soon
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff and the room were great would highly recommend the darling
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

HENG SIONG

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient in everything
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Darling, great staff, beautiful room, close to the casino. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas, Tallawong

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, and very helpful staff. Some area of CBD requires a longer walk. But overall a great hotel for vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Darling for our Wedding Anniversary and to see Hamilton at the Lyric Theatre. The view from our room was incredible. The most luxurious facility. Andrew who checked us in was the most delightful person. He was professional and also very personable. Thank you so much Andrew.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely welcoming and helpful particular The valet guys
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not have my booking on record even when I showed them my confirmation email. Took 30 minutes to sort it out and give me a room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ace J

Liked: Amenities
Thats where you nèed t stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reg

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent venue- staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HADI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024