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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$249 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$249
15 June - 16 June
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)
"Property was good and breakfast buffet was very good too. Only problem was the elevators were under maintenance and we had ridiculous wait times sometimes up to 15 minutes for an elevator! If they fix it which I assume they will soon, the location and accommodations are very good!"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
ibis budget Sydney East
ibis budget Sydney East
2.5 out of 5
191 - 201 William Street, Darlinghurst, NSW
The price is AU$109 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$109
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

ibis budget Sydney East
The Strand Hotel
The Strand Hotel
3 out of 5
99 William St, Darlinghurst, Darlinghurst, NSW
The price is AU$179 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$179
24 June - 25 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (128 reviews)
"Great roof top bar"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

The Strand Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$269 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$269
29 June - 30 June
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! (1,750 reviews)
"Awsome stay"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$288 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$288
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,399 reviews)
"Beautiful property - the building is just gorgeous! Very quiet & calming yet close to everything. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$364 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$364
22 June - 23 June
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! (1,797 reviews)
"The room was great and clean with fantastic views of the bridge and opera house. We didn’t get to use the pool as it was in maintenance which was strange considering we stayed on a Saturday, a long weekend and with the vivid event happening. Would have made sense to do the maintenance on another ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 featuring 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 which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

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 showing city views, a city and night scenes

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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