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$215 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$215
2 July - 3 July
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)
"Grest service and facilities at this hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
The Strand Hotel
The Strand Hotel
3 out of 5
99 William St, Darlinghurst, Darlinghurst, NSW
The price is AU$219 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$219
2 July - 3 July
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! (132 reviews)
"Staff were great"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

The Strand Hotel
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$267 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$267
13 July - 14 July
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! (2,286 reviews)
"We loved the views and the staff were amazing..we'll definitely be coming back."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney
5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$269 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$269
6 July - 7 July
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! (1,729 reviews)
"Comfortable room with gorgeous view. Best breakfast selection we’ve had in ages! Will book again soon!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$324 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$324
13 July - 14 July
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! (1,827 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff!
"Staff are so amazing. My international flight was delayed 8 hours. Upon checkin I was given a late checkout to help me not spend all of that time at the airport. I had problems changing a connecting flight—Internet not working properly and airline phones jammed. Celia at the front desk was so extremely ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel 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$218 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$218
3 July - 4 July
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! (2,797 reviews)
"Location is what Rydges has going for it. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Would stay again if I had a stopover."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
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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