The Star Grand Hotel And Residences Sydney, Sydney
About the Hotel
The Star Grand Hotel And Residences Sydney - A 5-star casino resort with harbor views, nine restaurants, and a heated pool
Located in Darling Harbour, this 5-star casino resort features 350 air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, minibars, tea/coffee facilities, and premium bedding. Most accommodations offer panoramic views of the city skyline or Sydney Harbour, with select suites including marble bathrooms, king-sized beds with 1000-spring mattresses, and furnished balconies. The Star complex houses nine restaurants such as Flying Fish, Black, Sokyo, and Momofuku, alongside seven bars including Fat Noodle for casual dining. Recreational amenities include a heated indoor/outdoor pool with harbor views, Turbines Health Club with Technogym ARTIS equipment, and a day spa. The business center provides meeting facilities, while the tour desk assists with local arrangements. The property is a short walk from Darling Harbour and Sydney's CBD, with regular light rail services to Central Station and buses to Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Nearby attractions include SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium (0.5 miles), WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo (0.5 miles), and the Australian National Maritime Museum.
Pros
The heated indoor/outdoor pool offers harbor views.
Nine on-site restaurants include high-end options like Sokyo and Flying Fish.
Proximity to Darling Harbour attractions within 0.5 miles walking distance.
Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property.
Turbines Health Club features Technogym ARTIS equipment with personalized training services.
Cons
Valet parking costs AUD 50-60 per day.
The casino environment may not suit all travelers.
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Transportation and Accessibility
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Sun loungers
- Casino
- Night club
- Spa & wellness centre
- Massage
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel check-in and out was a breeze, saving me from having to move my belongings around. The room was very spacious with beautiful furniture, although some amenities were lacking. The hotel staff were incredibly helpful, approachable, and kind, even going the extra mile to offer extras after a mistake on their part. The location was great, close to all the attractions at Darling Harbour, but a bit exposed to the wind. The dining experience had a mishap with noise from other rooms, but the comfortable bed made up for it.
The hotel offers a range of room sizes from the 76 square metre Star Suite to the MORE THAN 146 square metre Royal Suite. While the rooms were absolutely filthy with dirty tissues in the lounge room and balloons stuck to the roof, the convenience of streaming our devices to the TV in any room on a rainy day was a plus.
The hotel rooms were so beautiful that I'm already planning to stay again with my girlfriends for a birthday next month. Despite a reduced price due to construction work, the rooms were large and very comfortable. The only downside was having one double bed instead of two singles in the second room for the teenage boys to share.
The hotel is in a great location, with a fantastic food court nearby and easy access to Darling Harbour. The rooms, although lacking some amenities like a stove or washing machine, were still comfortable. The service was a bit hit-or-miss with some staff being helpful and others not quite knowledgeable. The dining experience was highlighted by a fantastic breakfast, though some noise and unexpected visitors like cockroaches were off-putting. Overall, a convenient location but with some room for improvement in service and cleanliness.
The hotel is conveniently located near Darling Harbour restaurants and a short scenic walk to the CBD. The service was exceptional, although some aspects could be enhanced. The room quality was a definite highlight, despite minor noise issues. Overall, a lovely stay with good value for money.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, though spacious and comfortable, could have been cleaner. The service was friendly overall, but with some hiccups. The location was ideal for exploring the nearby attractions. Dining options were satisfactory but had room for improvement.
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