,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(151.20557,-33.881607)/151.20037514716387,-33.87545964429156,12.867061330588902/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
The DarlingvsYHA Sydney Central
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. On balance, The Darling is the choice of most writers compared to Sydney Central YHA. The Darling comes in at #28 in Sydney with praise from 6 publications like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Time Out.
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
i
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
YHA Sydney Central
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Lonely Planet
Oyster Time Out
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
11 Rawson PLace, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $24/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Kitchenette
Insight Guides "Technically a youth hostel, it’s also an excellent, centrally located hotel in a heritage building opposite Central Station."
DK Eyewitness "Housed in a Heritagelisted building opposite Central Railway Station, this hostel offers panoramic views of the city from the rooftop and outdoor area."
Rough Guide "A listed building transformed into a snazzy hostel with over 550 beds, which are almost always full, with spacious 4- and 6-bed dorms and private rooms (some en-suite)."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Near Central station, this 1913 heritage-listed monolith has been renovated to within an inch of its life." Full review
OysterBudget
"This two-pearl hostel in Sydney’s Central Business District sleeps 556 people across a variety of shared dormitories and private rooms." Full review
Time Out "The largest of the YHA properties in Sydney, this place has it all." Full review
Afar Magazine "Families and groups flock here alongside backpackers for the options outside of the standard dorm. Rooms can be ensuite and allow access to the two kitchens, rooftop pool, movie theater and computers." Full review
Frommer's "This multiple-award-winning hostel is one of the biggest and busiest in the world." Full review
