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The Darling at the Star

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A modern restaurant with a view of the city skyline, featuring high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned wall.
A swimming pool with white sun loungers and a modern building in the background.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, marble columns, and modern seating arrangements.
A modern hotel bathroom with dual sinks, large mirrors, and a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a large mirror, and a dual sink vanity.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
  • Place, Star Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Australian National Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Jewel City Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Jewel City Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a seating area, and a city view.

Darling King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(118 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

Jewel Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a city view.

Jewel Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a city view.

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Stellar Suite

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Jewel City Spa Suite

A modern hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a city view.

Jewel City Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a city view.

Jewel City Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Darling Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Darling King Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Darling King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Darling Twin Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Darling Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Darling at the Star

Along with 9 restaurants, this hotel has a full-service spa and a casino. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, an outdoor pool, a nightclub, and 7 bars/lounges are onsite.
The Darling at the Star offers 171 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. 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. This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

An outdoor pool and a hot 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. 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. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Darling at the Star. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Star Casino. Free WiFi in public areas, 9 restaurants, and 7 bars are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Sokyo, one of the property's 9 restaurants and 7 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with facials, massages, or body scrubs at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Star Casino and 13 minutes by foot from International Convention Centre Sydney
The Darling at the Star offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There are 9 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 7 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A casino, a nightclub, and a 24-hour fitness center are also featured at the luxury The Darling at the Star. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Sydney hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Sokyo - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
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.

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 50 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • In-room 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

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 1.15 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 49.90 for adults and AUD 25.90 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 50 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 1.15 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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. 864 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1004 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant, classy rooms. Staff was extremely helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are all very friendly. The rooms are amazing and best part is outdoor pool area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jewel suite was amazing with great amenities. Breakfast was also amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was stunning, staff were polite and accomidating. Located in walking distance of the harbour, was absolutely perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay. Nice to relax and unwind by the nice pool. Close to all amenities and transport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siddharta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yuya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good service!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, exceptional service overall
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel ever
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t eat at the hotel, my room was spotless , I loved walking back into my room after a long day to such a clean room. It was so quiet & location was good, I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant room. Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Room was great, staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trifon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ammenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, pleasant staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay central location clean comfy room staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the Darling. Thank you to Scott for looking after our family and providing such an unbelievable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and amenities were very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were friendly and we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and room was amazing. Beautiful stay, amazing service!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eve

Liked: Amenities
Slendid, relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

The room was amazing; great location and great pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if you are planning activities around Sydney Harbour and CBD. Though I found it to be a little noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seongho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anjoli Mikaila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed the hospitality and the cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025