The DarlingvsHarbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
Both The Darling and Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection scores significantly better than The Darling. Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection ranks #9 in Sydney with endorsements from 9 sources such as Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Fodor's.
The Darling
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 Telegraph
8.0
"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
Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
34-52 Harrington Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Insight Guides
"A real find. Moderately priced (for The Rocks), well appointed and perfectly situated four-star boutique property. Some rooms in the 150-year-old building overlook the harbour."
Star Service
"The hotel is small but sophisticated and blessed with good rates for the high-quality accommodations and superlative location that is within walking distance of most sights." Full review
Fodor's
"Formerly a wool-storage facility, this four-story hotel was treated to a total redesign and refurbish in 2012 following its rebranding as an Accor McGallery property." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This deluxe boutique hotel on the site of Sydney's first hospital has undergone a chic and sympathetic transformation from colonial warehouse to a series of New York loft–style rooms." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Rooms are spacious... the on-site restaurant is popular with guests and locals." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Tucked away in Sydney's oldest neighborhood, a ramble from the harbor, the aptly named Harbour Rocks Hotel occupies historic buildings once home to the city's first hospital." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sleek and stylish boutique hotel in the heart of the historic Rocks neighborhood." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Elegant lodgings with heritage details and winning wining and dining options." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Chiseled from a sandstone-and-brick wool factory on the site of Sydney’s first hospital, the Harbour Rocks Hotel is one of the most historic accommodations in the Rocks." Full review
Michelin Guide
"And with a memorable location as well as the polished, professional service the big chains excel at, the Harbour Rocks has all the makings of a truly unique experience" Full review