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The DarlingvsFour Seasons Hotel Sydney
Both properties are rated highly by professionals. Overall, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney ranks significantly higher than The Darling. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney comes in at #4 in Sydney with recommendations from 15 publications such as Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Concierge.
The Darling
Time Out
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
80 Pyrmont Street, at The Star, Sydney, New South Wales 2009
From $181/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Time Out "Luxury buffs take note: rooms boast 400-thread Egyptian cotton sheets and a hand-picked pillow menu, plus textured wallpaper and and bespoke furniture." Full review
Travel + Leisure "If casino high-rolling and fine dining are your thing, then snuggle up to the Darling, perched at Pyrmont near the touristy Darling Harbour quarter." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A residence deserving of its many awards, The Darling is truly the darling of Sydney’s five star hotels." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The Darling in Sydney’s bustling Pyrmont neighborhood pairs upscale living with attentive service, making this boutique hotel popular with those who want a stylish, comfortable stay in the Aussie city." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "An upscale urban retreat attached to The Star complex that includes a casino, shops, restaurants and entertainment venues." Full review
Lonely Planet "Above the bling of the Star casino, the elegant Darling is one of two on-site hotels." Full review
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Sink into beds laid with 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets and choose from a menu of 12 pillows.
Michelin Guide "Around the west side of Darling Harbour, in the newly bustling district of Pyrmont, is something that’s a little bit rare, at least in this city: a freestanding, purpose-built, single-use luxury hotel, with an enviable location that makes for spectacular harbor views — and an independent one at that" Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness Time Out
Star Service
Gayot Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
Oyster Show All Reviews
199 George Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $181/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The rooms are elegantly decorated, with marble bathrooms and plenty of mahogany." Full review
Concierge "The quintessential five-star stay in Sydney."
Insight Guides "One of Sydney’s original five-star hotels, the Four Seasons has a superlative reputation. Personal service is great; the hotel overlooks the harbour and The Rocks district."
DK Eyewitness "You’ll be able to spot this superbly-located high-rise hotel from many vantages. Inside, the higher the floor number, the better the view."
Time Out "Has been quietly delivering an extremely high level of service within very plush surroundings indeed." Full review
Star Service "This pleated 34-story landmark is in a remarkable setting overlooking the harbor and opera house, within walking distance of shops and businesses." Full review
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This is certainly one of the best hotels in the city but is a disappointment for the FS chain, as it has the potential to be the best although it chooses to impress the masses by providing something for everyone.
Gayot "The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is the ultimate place to stay to experience the thriving diversity that is Sydney."
Condé Nast Traveler "Located on bustling George Street, this five-star hotel is popular among business travelers and tourists alike." Full review
Travel + Leisure "34 floors of polished, updated rooms and public spaces, plus the city’s largest outdoor pool." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is a luxurious city center hotel aimed at business travelers with expense accounts." Full review
