Darlinghurst Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
From grime to glitz, the inner-east Sydney suburb of Darlinghurst has a new spring in its step.

The city’s most LGBT-friendly neighbourhood was formerly its underbelly, where vice and crime ran rampant. Over the years, bordellos were swapped for bars and today Darlinghurst is the glittering queen of the scene. Experience the effervescent energy of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras or check out the bars and clubs. Stroll down promenades of plane trees and hang out at cafés and restaurants or see what’s happening in boutique galleries and theatre venues.


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Our pick of the best Darlinghurst Hotel Deals

Pullman Sydney Hyde Park

Pullman Sydney Hyde Park

5 out of 5
36 College Street, Darlinghurst, NSW
The price is AU$239 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$239
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room, staff were friendly"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$269 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$269
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,765 reviews)
"The lobby and restaurants, conference facilities and staff service was 5 star. Rooms were not at the same standard."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$294 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$294
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,324 reviews)
"We had a club level room. The room was great. Food and drinks options at breakfast and evening were great, though the vegetarian choice in the evening could have been better. The only disappointment was the afternoon tea offer which was limited. But overall I would give it an 8.5/10."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
The price is AU$229 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$229
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,855 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay here. You can’t beat the convenience and rydges makes check in easy. This hotel has everything an airport hotel should have like day rates and late night room service. Our bed was very comfortable and check out was quick."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
View Sydney

View Sydney

4 out of 5
17 Blue Street, North Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$230 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$230
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,059 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

View Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$347 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$347
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,889 reviews)
"Stayed here recently and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The location was perfect, close to everything I needed, and the view from the room was stunning. The room itself was spotless, modern, and very comfortable - exactly what I was hoping for. From check-in to check-out, everything was ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
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Other neighbourhoods around Darlinghurst

Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.

Surry Hills
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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(8,551 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
Circular Quay - The Rocks showing street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

The Rocks
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Star Casino and Sydney Fish Market are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.

Pyrmont
Darling Harbour featuring night scenes, city views and a bay or harbour

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(3,097 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour


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