The Darling
The Star
80 Pyrmont Street
Pyrmont NSW 2009
Australia
Welcome to The Darling, Sydney’s five star boutique hotel and urban resort. Here, you’ll find all the allure of Australia’s most glamorous city poured into a ravishing cocktail of courtesy, charisma and charm. Our signature blend of thoughtfulness and flair is designed to enchant even seasoned luxury travellers. Every room at The Darling oozes glamorous individuality, while our signature suites epitomise the pinnacle of luxury - all enhanced by your personal panorama of Sydney’s world-famous harbour and landmarks and every bathroom adorned with premium amenities from internationally-acclaimed range, Jo Loves by Jo Malone.
Best Deluxe Hotel
Tourism Australia Accommodation (NSW) Awards For Excellence 2019.
Best Luxury Accommodation
The Darling wins best luxury accommodation for the 2016 and 2017 NSW Tourism Awards.
TripAdvisor's Traveller's Choice
The Darling at The Star is proud to be a recipient of the 2017 TripAdvisor's Travellers' Choice for one of the best romantic hotels in Australia.
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Darling rooms offer the perfect combination of boutique and luxury. These open, welcoming rooms can function as both a perfect base from which you can hit the town or the casino or as a relaxing retreat. Bright, inviting colours and unique art welcomes you into a stylish room with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the eclectic architecture of Pyrmont or our stunning pool area.
The Darling’s elegant Jewel Suites are the perfect city retreat for couples offering spacious bedroom and living areas as well as a beautifully appointed bathroom. Edged by giant floor to ceiling windows, these stunning suites offer superb views of Pyrmont, the Sydney skyline or Harbour Bridge.
Staying in an Adored Suite at the Darling is an experience on its own. These luxurious, sexy suites personify the atmospheric, contemporary feel of the Darling, putting you in front of the action with wraparound floor-to-ceiling windows that provide gorgeous, unblemished views of Sydney.
The Stellar Suites at The Darling are perfect for guests that crave a bit of exclusivity. We removed an entire floor to open up ceiling space for a more spacious, relaxing area. The massive floor-to-ceiling windows provide views of some of Sydney’s most unique neighbourhoods, including Balmain and Glebe. The living area is perfect for relaxing on your own, entertaining guests or getting some work done, all in the sunlight or shadows of the Sydney skyline that cascade in.
The ultimate in luxury and privacy, a Penthouse room at the Darling places all of our best features at your fingertips. Wraparound windows provide breathtaking views of the Harbour Bridge. This scene can provide the perfect backdrop for entertaining guests, whether they be friends and family or business associates gathered around a large table perfect for meals or meetings. An assortment of contemporary, comfortable chairs and couches let you fit your guests comfortably, and the full kitchen is ready to be put to great use by yourself or a private chef should you choose to request one.
The Darling Pool is open from 8am – 8pm daily.
Located on Level 5.
Beverage service is from 10am-6:30pm and food service is from 11am-4:30pm.
Enjoy our custom-designed 25m outdoor pool, heated to a comfortable 26 degrees. A tasty food menu and bar facilities are available during the warmer months of the year.
The Darling Gym is open 24 hours, daily.
Located on Level 2 in The Darling Spa.
The Technogym fitness equipment of this boutique facility consists of two treadmills, a cross trainer, a seated bike as well as a Kinesis wall. Towels, water, earphones and fresh fruit are provided complimentary for guests to enjoy. Closed shoes and gym attire must be worn.
Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted.
The Darling Day Spa is open 9:30am-7:00pm, Monday-Sunday.
Located on Level 2.
The Darling Spa is one of the finest and most luxurious spas in Sydney. We’re proud partners of leading professional German skincare brand Babor as well as award winning natural skincare range Retreatment Botanics. The Darling Spa features 11 treatment rooms, two exclusive couples suites, a Moroccan Hammam, steam room and Jacuzzi.
There is a comprehensive range of face and body treatments available to leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed from head to toe. You’ll find all the treatment details in The Darling Spa menu.
To make an appointment and to find out about our monthly spa offers, visit The Darling Spa page.
Please note the Hammam Room is currently closed to due to ongoing maintenance, please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.
If you enjoy starting your day with an energetic run, we offer complimentary water, towels and running maps available at reception for your convenience.
The Darling is located at the corner of Pyrmont and Union Streets at The Star in Pyrmont, just ten minutes from anywhere within the CBD.
Address The Darling, 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009
Contact 1800 800 830
Email hello@thedarling.com.au
Rates for guests staying at our hotels
Self Parking | $40 per night
The car park entrance is accessible from Pirrama Road and Edward Street.
Valet Parking | Enter The Star Driveaway from Jones Bay Road
Sunday to Thursday: $50.00 per night
Friday, Saturday & Public Holidays: $60.00 per night
Learn more about getting here and parking.
As our special guest, our concierge with a wealth of local knowledge is at your service - from the best championship golf courses to fabulous restaurants, places to relax and rejuvenate to shopping hot spots, latest cultural events to hidden city secrets, or even devising the perfect marriage proposal. Our concierge is your secret consultant.
Concierge Phone +61 02 9657 8226
Concierge Email Darlingconcierge@star.com.au
Check-in 3:00pm
Check-out 11:00am
Express Check-out is available.
If you arrive early to the hotel, you can still check in at reception and we can hold onto your bags and luggage until your room is ready.
Smoking
The Darling is 100% smoke free effective 11th of September 2022. Any violation of the non-smoking policy including evidence found in rooms will incur a minimum cleaning fee from $350 and up to $650 in accordance with room category. Designated smoking areas are located outside of the premises.
Pet
Pets are not allowed at The Darling.
Staying at The Star
We want to make your stay an enjoyable one and as a consideration for other guests, we have a no party policy. We appreciate your understanding in not causing any disturbances to other guests during your stay.
The Stellar Suites at The Darling are perfect for guests that crave a bit of exclusivity. We removed an entire floor to open up ceiling space for a more spacious, relaxing area. The massive floor-to-ceiling windows provide views of some of Sydney’s most unique neighbourhoods, including Balmain and Glebe, as well as Sydney City.
The living area is perfect for relaxing on your own, entertaining guests or getting some work done, all in the sunlight or shadows of the Sydney skyline
that cascade in.
The sheer size of these rooms sets them apart from other Sydney accommodation options. This extends to the large granite and marble bathrooms, which feature roomy showers with soothing massage jets and premium accessories.
We can accommodate special requests to tailor your stay specifically to you and ensure that our Stellar Suites live up to their name by offering an exclusive, luxurious experience unlike any other in Sydney.
THE DARLING STELLAR SUITES
Stellar Harbour Suite
