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The Star Grand Sydney

Harbourside and entertainment-driven, suited to concert travellers and Darling Harbour stays.

The Star Grand Sydney
The Star Grand Sydney, Sydney, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast

The property in full

The Star Grand Sydney sits in Sydney, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast and reads, from the first minutes in the lobby, as harbourside and entertainment-driven. This assessment covers the room product, the service layer, the dining programme, and the practical business of getting in and out of the building.

It suits concert travellers and Darling Harbour stays more than any other group, and the fit is specific enough that guests outside that description often find the property does not match what they wanted from the trip. The stay is defined by darling harbour setting, event theatre and day spa.

One practical point carries more weight than the score: the Darling tower is the more refined of the two room products. Guests who plan around that single fact tend to rate the stay higher than the headline number would suggest.

Style: Harbourside and entertainment-driven

Suits concert travellers and Darling Harbour stays

What sets it apart

  • Darling Harbour setting
  • Event theatre
  • Day spa

Guest policies

Minimum check-in age
Guests must be 21 or older to check in, and government photo identification is required at the desk for every adult on the booking.
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 11:00. Early arrival and late departure are subject to availability on the day.
Deposit
A card pre-authorisation or cash deposit is taken at check-in to cover incidental charges, and released after departure.
Smoking and pets
Guest rooms are non-smoking. Assistance animals are always accommodated; other pet policies vary and should be confirmed with the property.

Practical questions

Are accessible rooms available?

Accessible rooms are available, but layouts vary considerably. Contact the property directly to confirm the specific configuration and the route from parking to your floor.

What are the pool hours?

The pool is open to guests, though hours change with the season. Confirm what is operating in the month you are travelling.

Can I choose my room?

You can request a floor or wing, but the property allocates rooms on the day. Booking the correct room class is the only reliable method.