4-Star Hotels in Sydney

The hotel facilities are very complete, the room is clean, and cooking utensils are fully stocked, along with cleaning supplies. My only slight concern is that the shower room only has a showerhead and no handheld shower. It's only about 10-odd AUD to get to the hotel from the airport by Uber. There's some airplane noise in the mornings, but it's quiet at night. Getting to the city center is also convenient, with a train station just a 5-minute walk away, only a few stops.

Facilities: The hotel is new and well-equipped. All the in-room amenities are well-maintained and easy to use, making for a very comfortable stay overall. Environment: The environment is excellent – clean and tidy. The surrounding area has all the necessary amenities, and transportation is very convenient, with the subway station just a 3-minute walk away, making it super easy to get around. Service: The service is also top-notch. The staff are warm and professional, making both check-in and communication smooth. They are prompt in responding to any requests, making you feel right at home. The only minor drawback is that it can be a bit noisy at night due to constant traffic, which slightly affected my sleep.

We stayed for 8 nights with our 3-year-old toddler, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Location: Perfect. We walked easily from the train station after arriving from Sydney Airport. The hotel is within a 10-minute walk to Darling Harbour, about 15 minutes to Wildlife Sydney and SEA LIFE, and right next to Darling Square park. Plus, Coles, Priceline, Chemist Warehouse, and everything else we needed were just minutes away. Room layout: We booked a one-bedroom apartment with a living room, balcony, large kitchen, and lovely bathroom. The space was huge – ideal for a family. The dining table was a real bonus, and the kitchen had everything we needed. I was able to cook breakfast and dinner for our toddler each day, so we didn’t have to eat out every night. That saved us time, money, and hassle. Service: Housekeeping came almost every day, and the customer service from the entire team was fantastic – everyone was so friendly and helpful. If you’re travelling with a young child and want space, convenience, and a welcoming atmosphere, I would absolutely recommend Rydges Darling Square Apartment Hotel. We’ll be back!

I will definitely stay here again when I come back to Sydney. I arrived early and left my luggage to explore the city, the hotel called me as soon as the room was already available and my luggage was also brought to the room (shout out to the Filipino receptionist for helping, sorry I forgot his name 🥹) Pros: - free 24/7 coffee and tea - complimentary breakfast (pastry, fruits, biscuits) not buffet BUT definitely a great help to fuel your day especially if you are on the go. - 7 mins walk from Central Station (exit via Elizabeth St.) Very convenient for train and tram transport. Also walking distance to Paddy’s Market and Chinatown. - staff are all super nice and accommodating. - basic toiletries provided: body gel, shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion and shower cap. (NO toothbrush and toothpaste so bring your own. NO cotton buds too) - ironing board and iron in the room. Cons: - 4 star for the cleanliness cause I can see dusts in the side table. I feel like the room i stayed in wasn't thoroughly cleaned. - while the room i booked was supposedly good for 2, the space is actually small even for just one person. Its hard to open a big luggage.

We stayed in the Rydges World Square family room for three nights and had a very comfortable experience. The two-bedroom layout was spacious, clean, though sharing a single bathroom among four adult was a minor inconvenience. A thoughtful gesture from the hotel made our stay even more special—they surprised my son with chocolate treats and a birthday card upon check-in, which we truly appreciated. The location is excellent, close to many attractions, and the convenience of having a shopping mall right downstairs with restaurants and a supermarket added to the ease of our stay. Overall, it was a delightful and comfortable experience.

Overall, the location and environment were fine. However, when checking out, a staff member at the front desk told us to attach the luggage tags ourselves when we asked to store our bags. I found this completely unacceptable. Even for a four-star hotel, this is unreasonable. Plus, the luggage tags themselves were of very poor quality and broke immediately when we tried to attach them, which was extremely annoying for guests. This service really brought down the whole experience.

Facilities: Well-equipped. Cleanliness: Clean and tidy. Service: Good. Ambiance: The hotel isn't soundproof, so it can be a bit noisy at night with cars passing by on the street. It's in Chinatown, an Asian crew hotel, convenient for getting to the city center and a handy meeting point for one-day tours.

The receptionist wanted to give a terrace room with no doors/privacy even for an expensive month long booking. Despite confirming that we will be provided with a proper one bedroom apartment with seperate living and bedroom area. The receptionist made unnecessary comments during check in process which were rude. On requesting to speak with the manager, later, a proper room was assigned. But he made sure to comment that the room being provided is only for their VIP guests. One would assume that, someone booking for a month long stay should automatically be given one of the best rooms. Overall, the check-in process was unprofessional and was only handled in that way because the receptionist thought they can get away with such behaviour. The property location is good and overall a decent stay otherwise. But one reception staff in particular needs a serious correction of behaviour.

The room was very pleasant, with new, clean furniture and high-quality plumbing. It had all the conveniences, such as a kettle, iron, and ironing board. The air conditioning and water worked perfectly, and the room was warm and comfortable. There were no issues with soundproofing; you'd only hear neighbors if they opened their door or spoke loudly in the hallway. On the ground floor, there are coffee machines where you can enjoy unlimited free coffee with milk, sugar, and cookies. The location is convenient, close to cafes and restaurants, Darling Harbour, Chinatown, and bus and metro stops. The staff was very courteous. Once, when the hotel elevator wasn't working, they compensated us with chocolates and water. You can leave your luggage at the reception, and it's possible to pay the deposit with cash, not just by card as stated on Trip.com.

Reasonable price, but the hotel looks a bit old and has an unpleasant odour. The carpet definitely needs a deep clean, and the air conditioner was dripping all night. The one good thing about this hotel is the excellent customer service. Car park was great, overall it ok.