Darlinghurst Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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$305 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$305
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
I had a wonderful stay. The room was much more spacious than I was expecting! The facilities were excellent (especially the rooftop gym and pool) and the staff were helpful and courteous.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$364 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$364
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,545 reviews)
An amazing hotel with amazing views of the bridge & Opera house Service was superb from all the staff special mention to Lo guest relations manager Johnny on luggage Colin the concierge & Dale in the lobby lounge

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is AU$349 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$349
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,100 reviews)
Room was clean. Service was great and transportation waited for us after flight delay.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Ace Hotel Sydney

Ace Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
47 Wentworth Ave Sydney NSW
The price is AU$382 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$382
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (859 reviews)
Nice boutique hotel that is very nice. It seemed to cater to a younger crowd as there was a DJ each evening in the restaurant area. It was also a bit of a trek (20-30 minute walk) to sites such as the Opera House and The Rocks but I loved walking through the city and the parks. For me as an older ...

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Ace Hotel Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$216 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$216
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,574 reviews)
Clean and spacious room, perfect location, very nice and helpful staff and the cafe next doors is excellent. Will definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$279 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$279
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,927 reviews)
Very nice hotel! Nice location by darling harbor. Walking distance to ferry or bus.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency 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
Sydney Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and a city

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
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 Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour
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

Sydney Fish Market and Sydney Lyric Theatre 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


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