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The DarlingvsRendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, The Darling scores marginally better than Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks. The Darling scores 79 with approval from 6 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
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
Rendezvous Hotel Sydney The Rocks
Frommer's
Star Service
Fodor's The Telegraph
75 Harrington Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $107/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "The Rendezvous offers some of the best-positioned serviced apartments in Sydney, right in the heart of The Rocks, very close to the harbor and Circular Quay." Full review
Star Service "Nestled into Sydney's most popular entertainment area, The Rocks, this boutique hotel is on par with the nearby Holiday Inn." Full review
Fodor's "Situated in the heart of the historic Rocks precinct, the lodging has a boutique-hotel style." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A great Sydney hotel for families, beside the Harbour Bridge and with unrivalled views of the Opera House from the top-floor rooms." Full review
