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Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to Star Casino

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Executive 1 Bedroom Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Darling Harbour Facing) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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100 Murray Street, Sydney, NSW, 2009
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Star Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed (Darling Harbour Facing) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed (Darling Harbour Facing)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Skyline) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Skyline)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds (City Skyline) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds (City Skyline)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(147 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds (Darling Harbour Facing) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds (Darling Harbour Facing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 Double Bed (Darling Harbour Facing) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Suite, 1 Double Bed (Darling Harbour Facing)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive 1 Bedroom Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Darling Harbour Facing) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive 1 Bedroom Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Darling Harbour Facing)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Double Beds (Darling Harbour Facing) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds (Darling Harbour Facing)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour places you in Sydney Central Business District, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Star Casino and International Convention Centre Sydney. This 525-room, 4.5-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sydney Lyric Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Star Casino - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Convention Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atelier by Sofitel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Planar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pyrmont Bridge Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ternary - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quarrymans Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

Luxury hotel with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to Star Casino
Guests staying at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for AUD 65 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include an outdoor tennis court, meeting rooms, and conference space.
54-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and free newspapers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (AUD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 39 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Ternary

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,250 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 10 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 39 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 65 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

As of Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour on Mar 8, 2026 start from $165.13, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

This hotel is situated in Sydney Central Business District within a short 8-minute walk of Star Casino and also 14 minutes on foot from Sydney Town Hall. You'll also find World Square Shopping Centre and Hyde Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

Yes, covered parking is offered for AUD 65 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour have a casino at the property?

No, Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Ternary.

Will Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

The closest major airport to Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 7.4 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour.

Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1268 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, cleanliness, amenities, location were all excellent. Advertising a harbour side room, paying extra for said room and finding no view was disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing we didn’t like about our stay is that we paid extra for a harbour view room and we definitely did not have a harbour view. There is a building getting built in front of the Novotel which completely blocked our view. Very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AC kept the room very cool, breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pratik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

isabella

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam W

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

staff were great good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHAN

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Symst, St. Clair

Excellent. We were both very happy with our stay. As that famous guy would say; we will be back,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amarpal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish the had ab omelet station. Only had hard boiled eggs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anna-Louise

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AC didnt work but was fixed quickly after we lodged it with housekeeping
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access, ample parking spots and very central. Buffet breakfast is always a winner. The light rail stop just downstairs is super convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, friendly staff, room lighting was under average.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property! So close to everything. Easy public transport access. Lovely check in staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
hard to find the way if you com in with light rail
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience. It would be nicer if the outdoor pool was a heated pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Conveniently located, great facilities, easy car parking, good dining options
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable enough but rooms clearly haven’t had any money spent on them in years. For the price of the hotel and Novotel name I expected better
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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