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Novotel Sydney Darling Square

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre

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Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 38 per person)
Indoor pool
Reception
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
The current price is €151
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2017
Day bed
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2017
Day bed
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Sydney Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Sydney, Novotel Sydney Darling Square is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Sydney Tower Eye and Sydney Opera House are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Zoo. Chinese Garden of Friendship and Capitol Theatre are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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17 Little Pier Street, Darling Harbour, Sydney, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Star Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pumphouse Sydney - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Exchange - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spago Darling Square - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Sydney Darling Square

Luxury hotel remodelled in 2017 and located near International Convention Centre Sydney
Located close to Chinese Garden of Friendship and Capitol Theatre, Novotel Sydney Darling Square provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Enjoy al fresco dining and children's meals at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information, 6 meeting rooms and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, a ballroom and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 230 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 37-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (AUD 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 38 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pumphouse

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (4,144 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - November 2017
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 15 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 38 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 35 per day(2133 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Sydney Darling Square have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

As of 11 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Sydney Darling Square on 17 Aug 2025 start from €150.7, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Novotel Sydney Darling Square pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Novotel Sydney Darling Square?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Novotel Sydney Darling Square located?

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chinese Garden of Friendship, International Convention Centre Sydney and Capitol Theatre. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Tower Eye are also within 1 mi (2 km). Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station is only a 4-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 6 minutes.

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Novotel Sydney Darling Square Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect- spacious, clean room, excellent location, great staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy as always - great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyu Yeon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check-in and check-out process, great location, friendly staff, amazing break buffet and quiet at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Lovely room Great breakfast Clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela Cardenas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, location and friendly personnel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sit Lai

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
good location and service
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time at this hotel. I loved it the first time and again for the second a year later. Can’t wait to come back again. Staff were lovely and enjoyed breakfast and room service.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend very much this hotel! Clean, nice staff, great breakfast, location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

RM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay. Room was ready upon arrival, 11am. Offered discount for breakfast which I accepted. Close to Light Rail & Central Railway Station
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Choon Hwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite close to light rail and shopping areas. Staff were helpful and patient.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the property was perfect, near ao many places to eat and entertainment. Will definitely be back. The staff were incredibly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for such a memorable stay. The team arranged for my daughter and I to stay in an accessible room due to her leg injury and the use of a wheelchair without me having to request it. We loved our 2 night stay and will definitely be back. Reception staff also arranged for a lovely birthday card to be left in the room for my daughter, which was such a thoughtful touch. Staff were able to give great recommendations for things to do and places to eat nearby. We will definitely back for our next staycation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eladio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable room and good price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable clean quiet hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within a minute walk from the hotel, you get a plethora of choices in terms of food. A few minutes from Chinatown and Paddy's Market, yet there is open space and quietness that makes the hotel very unique. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Good stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Easy access to a diversecrange if food, cultur and entertainment. Comfortable and stylish hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two full days

Clean and comfortable. Front desk staff were ALL amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great locations, nice rooms , friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024