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The Darling vs Hotel Palisade

Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, The Darling scores marginally higher than Hotel Palisade. The Darling ranks #28 in Sydney with approval from 6 reviewers like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler.

The Darling
The Darling
7 / 10
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
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Time Out 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 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 Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A residence deserving of its many awards, The Darling is truly the darling of Sydney’s five star hotels." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 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 Condé Nast Traveler
"An upscale urban retreat attached to The Star complex that includes a casino, shops, restaurants and entertainment venues." Full review
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Hotel Palisade
Hotel Palisade
7 / 10
35 Bettington Street, Millers Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $137 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Restaurant
  • Air Conditioning
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Rooftop bar
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Eight design-savvy rooms entice you to sleep over—if you can tear yourself away from rooftop cocktail bar Henry Deane, an elegant affair with pink sofas and even rosier harbor views." Full review
Wallpaper Wallpaper
"Perched virtually cliffside on Sydney Harbour, Hotel Palisade was originally built to lodge visiting British engineers involved in the construction of the nearby Harbour Bridge." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Nine unique guest suites, two private lounges, and a knockout rooftop bar." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"The history is palpable, having been sensitively restored with cutting-edge interiors and a lively restaurant and bar." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"These eight rather gorgeous rooms above a quality pub make a characterful Sydney address." Full review
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