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8.1

Excellent

909 reviews

909 reviews

Housekeeping43
Shops11
Breakfast9
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8.9

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Qantas Credit Union Arena
90 m
Dixon Street
100 m
Chinatown Night Market
110 m
Chinese Garden of Friendship
150 m
Thai Kee IGA
150 m
Popular landmarks
Darling Harbour
450 m
Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
790 m
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
980 m
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
2.0 km
The Rocks
2.2 km
Closest landmarks
Darling Square Pharmacy
200 m
Redmond Fuss Pharmacy
230 m
Haymarket Library
240 m
Capital Square Car Park
240 m
Chinese Ginsengs & Herbs Co.
250 m

Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

68 Harbour Street Darling Harbour, Darling Harbour, Sydney, Australia, 2000 - See map

Make your best journey to Sydney with the promised standard of IHG Clean Promise, and enjoy free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Darling Harbour, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sydney Opera House. This 4-star property features fitness center to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Sydney

Check-in [24-hour]

290 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

IHG Clean Promise

When you’re ready to travel again, we’ll be ready to welcome you

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Luggage storage

Fitness center

Restaurants

Laundry service

This property is in high demand!

3 travelers have booked today.

Value for money7.8
Distance to city center1km
Location rating8.9
Nearest airportSydney Airport (SYD)
Distance to airport7.3 km

Rooms available at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.5

Premium Room
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  • Room size: 34 m²/366 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 king bed or 2 queen beds
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Standard Room
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  • Room size: 29 m²/312 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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1 King Bed 1 Bedroom Suite
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 king bed
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1 King Bed Suite
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  • Room size: 55 m²/592 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 king bed
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2 Queen Beds Standard
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Street view
  • 2 queen beds
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1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
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  • Room size: 29 m²/312 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 king bed
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2 Queen Beds Premium Room with Bath
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Street view
  • 2 queen beds
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2 Bedroom Suite
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  • Room size: 55 m²/592 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 single bed and 1 king bed
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2 Single Beds Standard Walk-in Shower
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  • Room size: 29 m²/312 ft²
  • Street view
  • 2 single beds
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1 King Bed Premium with Bath
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  • Room size: 29 m²/312 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 king bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Darling Harbour provide laundry services?

Yes! Holiday Inn Darling Harbour provides laundry service at your fingertips and even hot water linen and laundry washing for whenever you need your favorite shirts or dresses clean and fresh all throughout your trip. Please contact the property for more information.

Does Holiday Inn Darling Harbour have an option for contactless check-in and check-out?

At Holiday Inn Darling Harbour, guest visitors can take part in contactless check-in and check-out option provided by this property for your convenience and safety.

What points of interest are close by Holiday Inn Darling Harbour that are in walking distance?

While remaining at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour, start off your holiday by exploring the closest destinations that are within walking distance to the property which include Chinatown Night Market, Chinese Garden of Friendship, and Thai Kee IGA.

What public parks are close by Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

While remaining at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour, cherish your morning or evening walk at nearby park which include Millard Reserve, The Elizabeth Healey Rest Area, and Franklyn Street Park.

How long do travelers normally stay at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour had an average nightly stay of 3 nights at this property.

What was the average room rate for Holiday Inn Darling Harbour been in the past month?

The average room rate for Holiday Inn Darling Harbour in the past month is 249.97 AUD, compared to city's average of 200.12 AUD.

What is the typical rating that past Solo travelers' have given to Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Holiday Inn Darling Harbour an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and evaluations by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Families with young children have given to Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Holiday Inn Darling Harbour an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more thorough customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Families with older children have given to Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Holiday Inn Darling Harbour an average rating of 8.2. You can search for more comprehensive customer testimonials and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local visitors think about Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

Past local visitors that have stayed at this property have given Holiday Inn Darling Harbour an average rating of 8.4. You can look up on more comprehensive customer testimonials, and comments for this property down in the review section.

What famous shopping destinations are nearby Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

Shopping options in Holiday Inn Darling Harbour’s Darling Harbour neighborhood include Queen Victoria Building (QVB).

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Darling Harbour?

The nearest airport to Holiday Inn Darling Harbour is Newcastle Airport, 133.0 km away.

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What people love about Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "We love our stay ! Hotel is clean and surrounded by restaurants."

    Liew

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    May 3, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The rooms were clean, very comfortable, convenient location and the staffs was amazing."

    Dinh

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    April 8, 2023

  • 8.4

    Excellent
    Location

    "Location is good"

    Thoo

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    May 13, 2023

Overall rating:

8.1

Excellent
909 reviews
Cleanliness
8.2
Facilities
7.6
Location
8.9
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What travelers say they love:
Breakfast was included and was very high quality.
John from Australia
Couple
More about Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

More about Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

For travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Sydney, Holiday Inn Darling Harbour is the perfect choice. Its convenient location right in the city center allows you more time to see all that Sydney has to offer. Enjoy more possibilities on your vacation at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour, with its convenient location just 2.6 km from the Sydney Opera House.
Enjoy all that Holiday Inn Darling Harbour has to offer! Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. For those driving their own car, parking is available for guests. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes.
Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hotel's tours. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel.
All guestrooms at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour provide guests with a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some rooms at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour are available with design features like a separate living room. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television, in-room video streaming and cable TV available in some selected rooms.
Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar are provided in some guestrooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

At Holiday Inn Darling Harbour you can even have groceries delivered to your room with their convenient service.
Fill your days with the array of activities and facilities offered at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour. Burn off you vacation calories with a quick visit to the hotel's fitness facility. Family time on relaxed evenings is easy with the hotel's shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

Don't spend all your time inside while in Sydney! A great museum trip can be had at The Rocks located 2.2 km away, with local art that provides a sense of the region.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.6

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

23 mentions

Housekeeping

21 mentions

Internet

12 mentions

Food & Dining

6 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Arabic
  • Chinese [Cantonese]
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Czech
  • Filipino
  • French
  • German
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Malay
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Thai
  • Turkish
  • Ukrainian
  • Vietnamese
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Fitness center
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Breakfast service
  • Grocery delivery
  • Restaurants
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Grooming service
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Postal service
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
Getting around
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car park [nearby]
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Desk
  • Fitness club privileges
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Linens
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Seating area
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Smoke detector
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • American
  • Asian
  • Continental
  • Vegetarian
  • Full English/Irish
  • Gluten-free

Location

68 Harbour Street Darling Harbour, Darling Harbour, Sydney, Australia, 2000
Excellent
Location

8.9

Airports
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    7.3 km
  • Bankstown Airport (BWU)
    19.9 km
Public transportation
  • Capitol Square
    260 m
  • Exhibition Centre
    370 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Darling Square Pharmacy
    200 m
Shopping
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    790 m
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    250 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    160 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Darling Harbour
    450 m
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    790 m
  • Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
    980 m
  • Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
    2.0 km
  • The Rocks
    2.2 km
  • The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk
    2.4 km
  • Sydney Opera House
    2.6 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
    3.0 km
  • Bondi Beach
    6.8 km
  • Manly Beach
    11.9 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Qantas Credit Union Arena
    90 m
  • Dixon Street
    100 m
  • Chinatown Night Market
    110 m
  • Chinese Garden of Friendship
    150 m
  • Thai Kee IGA
    150 m
  • Market City
    150 m
  • Paddy's Market
    170 m
  • Season's Fruit Market
    200 m
  • Darling Square Pharmacy
    200 m
  • St Peter Julian's Church
    200 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-5 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 6-12 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • All Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club and American Express credit card transactions will incur a 1.5% surcharge.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out until11:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center1km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)30
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)30 AUD
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 AUD
The property
  • License Id / Local Tax ID/ Entity NameGST
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors11
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 370
  • Most recent renovation2019
Parking
  • Daily parking fee40 AUD

Property announcements

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express, Diners Club or JCB credit card. Public parking is available nearby at The No. 1 Dixon Car Park and costs AUD 35 per day, single exit only. For more information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Reviews of Holiday Inn Darling Harbour from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.1
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10
Cleanliness8.2
Facilities7.6
Location8.9
Room comfort and quality7.5
Service8.2
Value for money7.8
High score for Sydney
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9+ Exceptional (172)
8-9 Excellent (94)
7-8 Very Good (140)
6-7 Good (66)
<6 Below Expectation (65)
Time of the year
Mar - May (133)
Jun - Aug (141)
Sep - Nov (110)
Dec - Feb (153)

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10.0
Exceptional
Lisa from Australia
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

Our new favorite ”

Perfect location, really nice modern and clean rooms that were a good size and good value for money. We will definitely stay again as we love the area and how easy it is to get everywhere.

Reviewed February 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Elliot from Australia
Couple
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Refurbishments welcome ”

We stayed in a King room on level 7 for one night. Room is full LED lighting with clipsal iconic PowerPoints with at least three dual usb ports around the room. Noise from the street was quite noticeable but it was a Saturday night. Breakfast on the ground floor was buffet breakfast and we needed to wait for 10 minutes for a table for two which is a first.

Reviewed January 15, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Ainil from Malaysia
Family with teens
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

Love this hotel ”

Absolutely love our stay here. Short walk to paddy market & darling harbour. Room fairly good size for 3 people considering hotel located at CBD. Written no parking provided. Good public transport in Sydney. So you can travel within city using public transport. Comfortable bed, nice shower with good water pressure. Nice city view of Paddy Market. Definitely will stay here again next vist to Sydney. Thanks

Reviewed January 02, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Liew from Singapore
Group
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Beautiful stay at Holiday Inn, Darling Harbour”

This is one of our best stays in our 10 days in sydney. The location is good with tram just around the corner. There are plenty of food eateries around the hotel. The hotel is clean and stuff are helpful. We stayed for 2 nights and the hotel upgraded us. Well done Holiday Inn ! We will definitely be back !

Reviewed September 16, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Julie-ann from Australia
Family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed 7 nights in October 2022

Excellent stay”

We have been very satisfied with our stay, rooms large and clean. Breakfasts excellent. Only issue was bed making, cleaners have a habit of just pulling covers up without re doing bottom sheet. Once bought to front desk attention was sorted immediately. Central to everything

Reviewed October 16, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Maimoonah from Australia
Family with teens
1 King Bed Premium High Floor
Stayed 4 nights in October 2022

Great location and staff.”

Easy access to public transport, choice of many eateries, walking distance to Darling Harbour and Paddy's Market. Staff were helpful and friendly. Only drawback was that when we came down for breakfast at 9 am on Sunday, we were told we had to wait at least 20 minutes for a table. However, we were given a voucher to dine at Pancakes on the Rocks nearby. Not ideal, perhaps this can be looked into.

Reviewed November 06, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
MICHAEL from United States
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 4 nights in December 2022

CHINA TOWN HOLIDAY INN”

If you want a Holiday Inn that is close to China Town this is the one for you. This Holiday Inn is situated close to China Town and many shopping centers. This Holiday Inn also has a breakfast buffet for everyone.

Reviewed December 28, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Maria from Australia
Couple
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

It was okay, not memorable”

The staff were amazing. Check in and check out were smooth, we needed a bit more time packing our stuff so we asked if we could stay a little longer and they were happy to oblige. Missing towels, no free water and no additional toiletries such as disposable toothbrush and what not. For the price you pay, you would at least expect this. Room was clean but the tile parts were a bit sticky to walk on and no room slippers provided. Location was great and lots of restaurants around the area. A couple of minutes walk to darling harbour.

Reviewed February 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
amy from Australia
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 2 nights in August 2022

Hotel was fantastic. Agoda itself, terrible! ”

The hotel was very clean, grreat location and friendly staff. The Agoda booking support staff themselves were terrible, unresponsive and had no idea what they were doing! Would stay at Holiday Inn again but will never use Agoda again!

Reviewed August 18, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Pui from Singapore
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 4 nights in December 2021

Location was excellent”

Rooms were a tad small but location is excellent. Just a step away from chinatown. And tram is just around the corner. Rooms were clean and amenities were appreciated.

Reviewed July 21, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Kathleen from Australia
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 3 nights in March 2022

Comfort and location ”

We stayed in the room with king size bed very comfortable, clean, great size and had everything we needed. Location is fantastic . The staff have been very accommodating every time we have stayed at the Holiday Inn.

Reviewed March 27, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Garry from Australia
Couple
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

Top Place To Stay 👌”

The hotel is in a great position, and within easy walking distance to everything. The staff are nice and friendly and are helpful. Our room was big and clean and came well equipped with kettle, iron, and toiletries. Mattress was comfortable and the pillows were perfect ….Would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed May 23, 2021

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Hi Garry, Please know that your feedback is extremely valuable to us. We use feedback, such as yours, to continuously make changes to our brand to improve the guest experience. We hope that you will give us the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

Responded May 25, 2021
Holiday Inn Darling Harbour
9.6
Exceptional
wong from Singapore
Solo traveler
Standard Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

good location fair price”

very good location 4 stars hotel. located in city centre. can walk to Darling Habour and next street is China town. very good for sight seeing. room is fair for 4 stars. clean.

Reviewed December 18, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Yew from Australia
Couple
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 3 nights in August 2022

Location ”

We stayed at so many of IHG hotel and never let us down. Holiday inn darling harbour has the best location. Hotel is clear and bed is comfy. Staff are super friendly and very helpful. Recommend this hotel and we will return again.

Reviewed August 31, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
bruno from Philippines
Couple
1 King Bed Premium with Bath
Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

Great Hotel Stay ”

Excellent location, easy fast check-in/out, would stay there again, room with shower bath fridge king bed tv spacious as well

Reviewed November 04, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Sim from New Zealand
Business traveler
Standard Room
Stayed 6 nights in July 2022

Great Location... Great value for money”

Highly recommended, great location and the hotel is clean and great value for money

Reviewed July 31, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
justin from Australia
Solo traveler
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

Great nice clean location was good to

Reviewed January 15, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
wiwiek from Indonesia
Family with young children
2 Queen Beds Standard
Stayed 5 nights in July 2022

good hotel”

Will choose Holiday inn darling harbour if we go to Sydney again.

Reviewed December 26, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Rosantonette from Philippines
Couple
1 King Bed Standard With Walk-In Shower
Stayed 3 nights in November 2022

Clean Rooms, Friendly Staff”

Near Chinatown and Tram Good location Breakfast is fair

Reviewed January 07, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
wong from Singapore
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

good location fair price”

good location and fair price for a 4 stars hotel. easy access to sight-seeing location. room is fair and clean.

Reviewed December 18, 2022

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