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Novotel Sydney Darling Square

Name: Novotel Sydney Darling Square
Address: 17 Little Pier St, Darling Harbour NSW 2000, Australia, Darling Harbour, New South Wales, 2000, AU
Telephone: (02) 8217 4000

A well-located hotel at Darling Square in Sydney with a 4.2 rating across more than 2,000 guests.

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Novotel Sydney Darling Square is a contemporary hotel in the centre of Darling Harbour, with Darling Square, Chinatown, the CBD and the ICC Sydney all within easy reach. Its position suits visitors who want to explore Sydney on foot, attend a conference or stay close to the area’s dining, entertainment and family-friendly attractions. The hotel is also near public transport, with the light rail about 200 metres away and Town Hall and Central Station within walking distance.

Accommodation includes Superior, Deluxe and Executive rooms, with options for king or twin bedding and views towards the city, park or Chinese Gardens of Friendship. The property has been renovated and offers practical facilities for different kinds of stays, including complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a temperature-controlled indoor lap pool and a gymnasium. The Chinese Gardens views add a connection to greenery in the middle of the city, while the pool provides an indoor place to swim or unwind.

Food and drink are a notable part of the hotel. Pier St. Grill serves an à la carte breakfast, including hot and cold selections made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. At Pumphouse Sydney, a Darling Harbour microbrewery, guests can choose from more than 60 craft and premium beers alongside bespoke wines and a modern Australian menu shaped by seasonal produce. The venue is positioned as a place for a drink, meal or a little more atmosphere after a day in the city. Nearby, Ps Wine is a wine bar with Mediterranean and Levant-inspired small plates, rotating old- and new-world wines and house cocktails.

The hotel works well for families, couples, solo travellers and business guests, with Darling Harbour’s attractions and restaurants close by and the ICC Sydney directly adjacent. Its meeting and event facilities include seven rooms, with the largest covering 378 square metres and capacity for up to 120 people. For leisure stays, the location makes it straightforward to combine city sightseeing, dining and entertainment; for work trips, it keeps conference facilities, transport and central Sydney within convenient reach.

Reviewed by Iyan B.