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The Darling at the Star

5.0 star property

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9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Jewel City Spa Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
$200
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Explore the area

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80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
  • Place, Star Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Lyric Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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

Jewel City Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Darling King Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Darling King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(101 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel City Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Jewel City Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Darling Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Darling Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Darling King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Darling Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Jewel Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Jewel Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Adored Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Stellar Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Jewel City Spa suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

The Darling at the Star

5-star hotel in Pyrmont
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 iPod docking stations and espresso makers. 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 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.
In addition to a full-service spa, The Darling at the Star features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 9 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at one of the 3 coffee shops/cafes. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 7 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This luxury hotel also offers a casino, a nightclub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

The Darling at the Star has designated areas for smoking.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self 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 feet of space)
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

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

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

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 1.15 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 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

The Darling at the Star Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 850 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1010 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

Dafu

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Highly recommend

We spent our 10-year anniversary at this hotel and it was truly memorable. The hotel went above and beyond to help us celebrate, surprising us with chocolate dessert in our room. The room itself was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The warm service made our stay extra special. Highly recommend this hotel for both family stays and special occasions!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location beautiful heated pool … very clean and friendly staff everywhere you go !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merle

Ambience and great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast I’ve had the pleasure of eating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Friendly great service . Room was spotless and so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Young Joon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ceder at check in was excellent and provided a first time guest with a pleasent introduction.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ceder and Alim were stand out staff members
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at The Darling were very professional, friendly and welcoming. I know that upon my return I will feel like I am at my home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mengyang

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice customer service and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superior customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chew War

Always a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyoichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eun Jeong

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Absolutely fantastic service, room was sensational. Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay friendly staff fantastic room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service, very clean and super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025