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The Russell Boutique Hotel vs The Darling

Both The Russell Hotel and The Darling are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, The Russell Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to The Darling. The Russell Hotel comes in at 81 with accolades from 8 reviews like DK Eyewitness, Rough Guide and Oyster.

The Russell Boutique Hotel
The Russell Boutique Hotel
8 / 10
143A George St., The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $125 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This is the coziest place to stay in The Rocks, and perhaps in all of Sydney." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"For charm, character, and central location, it's hard to beat this ornate Victorian hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A lovely oldfashioned hotel sits above a historic pub, the Fortune of War."
Time Out Time Out
"With a great location in the middle of the Rocks... the Russell still somehow manages to feel more like a cosy country B&B than a city-centre hotel." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A small hotel with popular shared-bathroom rooms, plus en-suite options; the priciest have views of Circular Quay."
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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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