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Sofitel Sydney WentworthvsThe Darling
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth and The Darling are both recommended by professionals. Overall, The Darling is preferred by most writers compared to Sofitel Sydney Wentworth. The Darling comes in at 79 with approval from 6 reviews including Forbes Travel Guide, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Jetsetter
Gayot
Time Out Time Out
61-101 Phillip St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $182/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
DK Eyewitness "This building is a Sydney classic thanks to its curved, copper-clad façade."
Star Service "Just south of Bent Street and north of Chifley Square, this upper-midrange property is as solid and dependable as they come, comfortably sitting alongside the Radisson and Swissotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Perfect home base for families that want to experience everything Sydney has to offer without travel too far." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Luxury business hotel with extensive conference facilities... a fitness center with free classes, a casual bar/restaurant, and a more formal restaurant." Full review
Jetsetter "Heritage-listed five-star hotel with a French twist in the middle of Australia’s vibrant harbor city." Full review
Gayot "Landmark architecture welcomes guests to this French-influenced hotel in the Central Business District."
Time Out "Restaurant: Dine and recline in the Sofitel's Garden Court." Full review
Time Out "Soirée is inspired by the fashion and design icons of the 1960s and is conveniently located at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth in the CBD on Phillip Street." Full review
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Choose from a range of cocktails named after screen sirens of the era, including The Avengers-themed Emma Peel 1961, Bond-inspired Pussy Galore 1964 and the Brigitte Bardot 1962.
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
