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The DarlingvsHotel Palisade
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, The Darling scores marginally higher than Hotel Palisade. The Darling ranks #28 in Sydney with approval from 6 reviewers like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler.
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
Hotel Palisade Travel + Leisure
Wallpaper Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph Lonely Planet Time Out
35 Bettington Street, Millers Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $137/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Flatscreen TV
- Rooftop terrace
- Rooftop bar
Travel + Leisure "Eight design-savvy rooms entice you to sleep over—if you can tear yourself away from rooftop cocktail bar Henry Deane, an elegant affair with pink sofas and even rosier harbor views." Full review
Wallpaper "Perched virtually cliffside on Sydney Harbour, Hotel Palisade was originally built to lodge visiting British engineers involved in the construction of the nearby Harbour Bridge." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Nine unique guest suites, two private lounges, and a knockout rooftop bar." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"The history is palpable, having been sensitively restored with cutting-edge interiors and a lively restaurant and bar." Full review
Lonely Planet "These eight rather gorgeous rooms above a quality pub make a characterful Sydney address." Full review
Time Out "They’ve got that vintage, nautical vibe that inspires tales of adventure over venture capitalisation, which is just the ticket when you’re trying to shake off the working week. " Full review
