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The Darling vs Hilton Sydney
Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, Hilton Sydney ranks slightly better than The Darling. Hilton Sydney comes in at 81 with praise from 10 publications such as Gayot, Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Darling
Time Out
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide
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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."
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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."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"A residence deserving of its many awards, The Darling is truly the darling of Sydney’s five star hotels."
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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."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"An upscale urban retreat attached to The Star complex that includes a casino, shops, restaurants and entertainment venues."
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Hilton Sydney
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
Star Service
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488 George St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $141 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Sure, it's a Hilton, and hence a magnet for large groups... But a $150 million renovation in 2005 infused this place with a knockout design."
DK Eyewitness
"Alongside super chef Luke Mangan’s glass brasserie and New York designer Tony Chi’s Zeta bar, there are luxurious guest rooms and relaxation suites that are divided into Zen-like zones."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The Hilton is primarily tailored to the needs of its executive clientele. Every guest room serves up the muted modernism expected of a 577-room, five-star business hotel."
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Time Out
"Since its refurbishment three years ago, the Hilton has reinstated itself as one of the city’s premier five-star hotels."
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Star Service
"The large lobby is dominated by an aluminum sculpture coiling up the center of the atrium to the fourth floor. Service is seamless and efficient."
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