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Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
Harbour-side hotel offering oversized King rooms, a pool, and direct access to the Pumphouse pub.
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78
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Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour offers spacious King rooms, a pool and gym, and direct access to the Pumphouse restaurant and bar. Guests regularly praise the helpful staff, strong bathroom water pressure, and made-to-order barista coffee at breakfast. However, visitors frequently cite long elevator wait times in the lobby during busy hours, and on-site breakfast pricing draws sharp complaints. 1316176
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What travelers noticed
- All rooms are generously sized with King beds, tea and coffee supplies, and comfortable sofas. 1318
- Bathrooms feature excellent water pressure, Fair Trade toiletries, deep baths, and surprisingly powerful hairdryers. 6134
- The breakfast service includes dedicated barista coffee for freshly made espressos, lattes, and cappuccinos. 16
The catch
- Some guests praise the five choices on the pillow menu including memory foam, while others found the standard pillows either rock hard or overly soft. 56
- Several reviewers complain that the restaurant breakfast buffet is overpriced, but others highlight the affordable kids menu with activities and crayons. 7
Who it's for
- — Families needing bathtubs and kids menus
- — Guests wanting on-site dining and pub access
- — Visitors attending events around Darling Harbour
Skip it if
- — Guests impatient with crowded lobby elevators during peak times
- — Budget travelers wanting to avoid steep breakfast charges
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12 moments · 2 videos · Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
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“And then, there's also my favorite Balmain bugs. So, this is a real classic, and it's just delicious here.”
youtube.com1:44“Breakfast, absolutely, absolutely tip-top breakfast.”
youtube.com1:16“So, this is the menu, and it's quite vast. You have a variety of Asian cuisines along with the good old steaks and chick…”
youtube.com0:45“For entrees, we had chosen the kingfish, and this is probably my favorite. So, sashimi of kingfish in a soy and yuzu dre…”
youtube.com1:02“So, sashimi of kingfish in a soy and yuzu dressing with finger lime, and that tastes is one of the best in the city. We…”
youtube.com1:07“One of my favorites of all time, wherever I go, is scallops, and these scallops were seared lovely.”
youtube.com1:22“For mains, we have the perfectly cooked steak, which comes with potatoes and spinach and the choice of your sauce.”
youtube.com1:37“Next up, we have the Panang prawn curry with coconut, spiced langoustine, chili, and crispy curry leaves with rice, and…”
youtube.com2:12“Next is char kway teow, chicken flavored, which is my husband's favorite when he comes here. It's a great serving and it…”
youtube.com2:22“Great location, as I said, for Darling Square and Darling Harour. Bars and restaurants all around.”
youtube.com1:07“So, yes, it's got the machines like most places, and you can get a decent cup of coffee from those machines. However, th…”
youtube.com1:37“The other one, and this is what I've ordered myself, was the lamb cutlets, and they were cooked to perfection.”
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Score breakdown
How the 78/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
84read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Water pressure was excellent, and the hair dryer was surprisingly powerful compared to many hotels I've stayed in.” 13
- “The accommodation has all the necessities like tea and coffee, a hairdryer, iron, bathroom essentials and large TV. There is also a bath which is a big plus for kids and pretty luxurious for mum and dad to soak in after a bid day out exploring the city.” 4
Food
94read from 10 sources · Solid coverage
Location
94read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Noise
90read from 5 sources · Solid coverage
- “We stayed at the Meriton on Kent Street - first class apartments - very central - had evything we wanted and the freedom and space which apartments have to offer - we did notwant a hotel and theseapartments came highly recommend - good luck” 17
- “Thanks again. We often stay at the Intercontinental on Macquarie St. It is in a great location very close to Circular Quay, the Opera House & the Botanical Gardens. It has very good sound proofing in the rooms so no traffic noise is heard.” 10
Room
80read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Thanks again, Jane sandandsea lovers Members We stayed at the Shangri-la at the rocks. We stayed at the Shangri-la at the rocks. Great position, look out the window down to the harbour bridge or look over to the right to the opera house. The best views of Sydney harbour.” 17
- “The views from the Shangri La are indeed spectacular so ask for a room on one of the higher floors.” 17
Service
81read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Bed & Sleep
83read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “If you're particular about your pillow, there's sure to be something to please you among the five choices on the pillow menu, including u-shaped and memory foam options, adding to the overall comfort of this luxury accommodation near Darling Harbour.” 6
- “The bed was comfortable but was fitted with just a bottom sheet and a sheet-covered doona, which made for a warm night's sleep at times-especially during the early morning when the air conditioning seemed to cycle slowly.” 6
Value
75read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Where it is, how to reach it
100 Murray Street Darling Harbour
New South Wales
2000 South Pacific
Details checked 2026-08-26
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Trails its peers
Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 11 points below the mid-range median of 89, across 494 hotels in the same bracket. In Sydney it sits 9 points below the local median of 87.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 78
- Bracket median
- 89
- Index median
- 90
Based on 494 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Value
69
Room
64
Bed & Sleep
55
Service
55
Noise
51
Food
31
Location
22
Bathroom
18
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View3 mentions
- “The Westin will be quite a up-hill hike of about 3/4 of a mile, each way from the Ferry/ Explorer bus station.. The other point is it has no view being low rise amid high-rise.” 10
- “Darling Harbor: There is a light rail stop near Novotel Darling Harbor - so you don't need to walk "17 minutes" Has its own parking But you might be overlooking a massive development site (ex-Harbourside)” 11
- “The rooms are spacious, with breathtaking views of Darling Harbour and Barangaroo against the spectacular backdrop of the Sydney city skyline.” 4
Service30 mentions
- “The hotel staff were consistently friendly and helpful throughout both stays.” 13
- “I checked in early in the day to a pleasant welcome at the ground-floor reception.” 6
- “When I checked in early at 10 am, I left my bag and returned in the early evening after a very long day to pick up the key and retire for the night. Unfortunately, my bag had not been placed in my room as I was told, which meant another trip to reception-a situation you don't want to face after a tiring day.” 6
- “It's pricey and the fit out is a bit old but the service was unmatched and the hotel seemed to have quite a low number of guests compared to their staff and facilities - every time we used the pool on the roof (with a view of the harbour and opera house!) there were only a handful of other people up there.” 1
- “The biggest contributor to the event's success was the Novotel's events team. Their communication, professionalism, and attention to detail made all the difference.” 14
- “The lounge staff were exceptional - not overbearing but available for service when needed.” 5
- “The hotel is nice, beds are comfortable and the staff are very helpful, its fairly close to most transport options.” 18
- “From the initial quote to the final day of our event, the entire process was exceptionally well-organized and handled with care by the Novotel staff.” 14
- “If you look at the photo of the front of the hotel we were in the white terrace house attached on the right side (as you look at it) It was lovely. It was lovely. Very clean, fabulous location, really nice and helpful staff.” 17
- “Has a great breakfast include in rates and great views + Marriott service and staff....Business center if you need it.” 10
- “The events team made the planning process easy from start to finish. They were responsive, transparent, and a pleasure to work with.” 14
- “The conference facilities were excellent with well-equipped meeting spaces and attentive staff who ensured every aspect of the event ran smoothly.” 14
- “As an alternative suggestion, the Park Hyatt in the rocks is the best hotel I've ever stayed in. It's pricey and the fit out is a bit old but the service was unmatched and the hotel seemed to have quite a low number of guests compared to their staff and facilities” 1
- “Slippers were not provided automatically, but housekeeping quickly delivered them when I requested them.” 13
- “Service at the lounge was recently better, but not as good as prior years.” 1
- “A Perfect Family Staycation at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour We arrived at the Novotel Darling Harbour hotel as guests of ALL-Accor Live Limitless and immediately felt we were on holiday. We were greeted by the friendly concierge staff as soon as we walked through the front door.” 4
- “The audio-visual staff were efficient and professional, and anticipated our needs to ensure a smooth running of meetings.” 14
- “Enjoyed it very much and got some great pictures. It's been a number of years but I really enjoyed my stay at The Russell. http://www.therussell.com.au/ Fantastic location and friendly staff, sure have to move up another trip to Sydney on my "To Do" list.” 17
- “Everything was set up as pre-arranged and changes werte made instantly when asked. Service was on time, polite, happy and engaging.” 14
- “Apparently the customer service has fallen in a hole as well - hearing from mates who are Accor members that the Lounge isn't a shadow of its former self.” 1
- “Working with the various event teams was a pleasure. They listened and catered for our participants every need. The staff were flexible and nothing was to much trouble.” 14
- “Thank you so much for all your dedication, hard work and sincere care that was put into our The Coaching Leader™️ - Origin. The team made sure that our event ran like clockwork. Nothing was too much trouble and every encounter was excellent.” 14
- “Booking with Novotel is never a hassle. Staff are always polite, accommodating and extremely professional during all interactions.” 14
- “Check in was very easy in the foyer, and we were quickly on our way to the room, and then to the lounge for afternoon tea.” 5
- “We were not in a hotel room as such but in one of the Terrace Houses. If you look at the photo of the front of the hotel we were in the white terrace house attached on the right side (as you look at it) It was lovely. Very clean, fabulous location, really nice and helpful staff.” 17
- “Several attempts were made via email to obtain a refund, but they were unsuccessful due to the poor service, so I gave up.” 8
- “Alan, John and the team were amazing. They were incredibly organized, and any request was met with enthusiasm and a prompt response.” 14
- “On the night, everything ran seamlessly. The food and service were excellent, and it was great to meet the Executive Chef, who took the time to introduce himself and check in throughout the evening.” 14
- “Service at the hotel was exceptional. Everyone was very friendly, and still had that 'new hotel opening buzz'.” 5
- “But there was a great selection of wines, spirits and canapés, and the service was very efficient.” 5
Food22 mentions · 4 filmed
- “Got absolutely nothing for our wedding anniversary other than an acknowledgement - cheers, thanks. We splurged on the room type and didn't even have complimentary water bottles like other sinilar hotels. So i wouldn't say it's a given.The breakfast buffet was great though.” 1
- “We stayed at the Four Points Sheraton and it included a buffet breakfast that was fantastic. It is about a 1/2 block from Darling Harbor, lots of restaurants, etc.” 17
- “Breakfast, absolutely, absolutely tip-top breakfast.” On camera161:16
- “The menu was a game-changer. It was one of the few menus I've come across where I wanted absolutely everything on it!” 4
- “The 24-hour room service menu offers dietician-approved healthy options. You'll get portions that make you feel virtuous, plenty of veggies, and nutritionally balanced meals.” 6
- “The catering-morning tea, afternoon tea, and lunch-was abundant and of outstanding quality. We also enjoyed dinner at The Ternary, where the food and service were equally fantastic.” 14
- “Their Atelier restaurant's breakfast buffet following morning is pricey but great food selection and atmosphere too. Fantastic experience.” 1
- “I use it only for sleeping and showering. The breakfast options are fantastic.” 18
- “So, this is the menu, and it's quite vast. You have a variety of Asian cuisines along with the good old steaks and chicken and fish of the day.” On camera20:45
- “Our friends and family absolutely loved the whole event and most importantly, so did we. You guys crushed it, food, drinks, the setup was all perfect and the entire Novotel Family did a fantastic job.” 14
- “For breakfast, we were told that we had a choice of either having it in the lounge or in the restaurant on the 3rd floor. Both mornings we had it down in the restaurant. It was ok - not mind blowing - but there was a good selection of hot and cold foods - cereals, breads, bacon etc - what you come to expect in an Australian hotel.” 5
- “The catering-morning tea, afternoon tea, and lunch-was abundant and of outstanding quality.” 14
- “The catering exceeded our expectations. The food was delicious. There was a large variety of plentiful fresh food. All the dietary requirements were well catered for with delicious options and clear signage.” 14
- “Dining: A Sensory Experience We headed to The Ternary Bar for a pre-dinner drink. We headed to The Ternary Bar for a pre-dinner drink. The staff are great, and the menu is extensive. They make a pretty mean cocktail too.” 4
- “So, sashimi of kingfish in a soy and yuzu dressing with finger lime, and that tastes is one of the best in the city. We also ordered for entree one of the most popular ones, which is the calamari, and they were delicious.” On camera21:07
- “Also book it for a Saturday when Darling Harbour fireworks are planned and watch the show from the ceiling to floor huge windows curled up together on the wide sofa. Their Atelier restaurant's breakfast buffet following morning is pricey but great food selection and atmosphere too.” 1
- “The Trenery Restaurant is a beautiful, bright space for dining in. They offer a very reasonably priced Kids menu with activities and crayons.” 7
- “The Ternary Restaurant space provided a contemporary spacious area for our delegates to enjoy the breakfast, lunch and dinners.” 14
- “The Trenery Restaurant is a beautiful, bright space for dining in.” 7
- “Its literally $10 in a taxe from anywhere in the city centre!! Also, ALL rooms are King size rooms and very large, pool and gym in building and linked to a nice restaurant/pub/bar (called the pumphouse)” 17
- “So, yes, it's got the machines like most places, and you can get a decent cup of coffee from those machines. However, there was a barista, so you could get your espressos, your lattes, your cappuccinos made fresh for you by a barista. That was absolutely fantastic.” On camera161:37
- “On the night, everything ran seamlessly. The food and service were excellent, and it was great to meet the Executive Chef, who took the time to introduce himself and check in throughout the evening.” 14
Room17 mentions
- “The standard Superior Room was perfect for two people. It featured a comfortable bed and a cozy sofa that made the room feel more relaxing after a long day of sightseeing.” 13
- “With plenty of power points and several USB slots on both sides of the bed and at the desk, you won't struggle to find a place to charge your devices.” 6
- “No problem if you get the midnight munchies in this hotel. The mini bar had plenty of options, from chocolate bars and Tim Tams to chips.” 6
- “My room had a city view, although nearby buildings blocked some natural light, making the room feel a little darker than expected during the day.” 13
- “The views from the Shangri La are indeed spectacular so ask for a room on one of the higher floors.” 17
- “Thanks again, Jane sandandsea lovers Members We stayed at the Shangri-la at the rocks. We stayed at the Shangri-la at the rocks. Great position, look out the window down to the harbour bridge or look over to the right to the opera house. The best views of Sydney harbour.” 17
- “The interconnecting rooms have one room with a queen bed and one with two double beds, a perfect set up for families.” 7
- “I booked a room with my wife's gold membership and paid $80 extra for harbour views, only to discover that the new construction site blocked the view from our window.” 8
- “The room was spacious, featuring free Wi-Fi (included in my room tariff) and a flat-screen Samsung smart television opposite the bed.” 6
- “One annoying thing in the room at night are the light switches. They must have sensors in them and light up if they think someone is trying to turn them on. Really good if you are looking for the light switch in the middle of the night, but I had a light switch right next to the bed and every time I rolled over the light switch lit up and woke me up.” 5
- “The Novotel was able to accommodate us with two connecting rooms - the perfect solution for our big family, with the girls in one room and my husband and I in the next.” 4
- “Sofitel Darling Harbour is recommended. The room with this bathroom view in particular.” 1
- “The room was really nicely done. I felt like it was a modern version of the Sofitel Wentworth - it felt like a Sofitel with that French Luxury, but it was modern and fresh.” 5
- “The double-bed room at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour was surprisingly spacious. The beds felt almost queen-sized, and there was more than enough room for a family of four to stay comfortably.” 13
- “The conference room was adaptable to changing requirements on group sizes with a breakout room created. The room was clean and maintained for each session.” 14
- “Thanks again, Jane sandandsea lovers Members We stayed at the Shangri-la at the rocks. We stayed at the Shangri-la at the rocks. Great position, look out the window down to the harbour bridge or look over to the right to the opera house.” 17
- “Stayed at Sofitel recently. Got absolutely nothing for our wedding anniversary other than an acknowledgement - cheers, thanks. We splurged on the room type and didn't even have complimentary water bottles like other sinilar hotels.” 1
Value8 mentions
- “Stamford Plaza is perhaps the best in the city that I have stayed in, but comes with the price tag!!! I think it was around $350 a night last time we stayed - but comes with all the extras like valet pariking and so on.” 17
- “Novotel Darling Harbour or Ibis Darling Harbour - usually more expensive that the Rockford but well located still - especially if you are going to any events in darling harbour” 17
- “Reasonable price, excellent location...couldn't stay any closer to the dock...literally across the street from the ship...” 10
- “The Start City Casino Hotel is great too, but expensive and a bit further out of hte way - best hotel pook I've been in for a while though with views of the entire city!” 17
- “One thing I noticed is that the price was often similar to rooms with smaller bed configurations, making this room an excellent value for family travelers.” 13
- “The event offered excellent value for money, with competitive pricing and outstanding delivery.” 14
- “:D 35,000 points per night was very inexpensive, imo! We stayed several times at the Park Hyatt. Fabulous views and location. Easy walk to Circular Quay, lots and lots of restaurants around it and not that far a walk to George Street. Expensive, but well worth it!” 10
- “Having said that, there is no way I'd pay $80 to have breakfast in the restaurant - that is massively overpriced and no worth it.” 5
Location16 mentions · 1 filmed
- “:D 35,000 points per night was very inexpensive, imo! We stayed several times at the Park Hyatt. Fabulous views and location.” 10
- “Star City Casino has beautiful apartments also the Vibe hotel Sydney is good and reasonably priced both are very close to transport such as the light rail and central station to take you all over Sydney” 17
- “Location is one of the most important factors for choosing a hotel and the Novotel Darling Harbour is in an excellent position.” 7
- “For me, the biggest advantage of Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour is its location. The hotel sits right next to Darling Harbour, one of Sydney's most vibrant waterfront areas.” 13
- “I prefer Novotel Sydney central. So close to everything and really quiet of a night.” 11
- “In January, we stayed at the Harbour Rocks Hotel. Small boutique hotel on The Rocks. Very convenient and close to opera house and the bridge.” 10
- “The Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay is in a fantastic location. Near the Harbour, the Sydney Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, and the Hop On Hop Off bus.” 10
- “The location for me was perfect - we were there for leisure and not business, so Darling Harbour suited really well.” 5
- “The Novotel Darling Harbour is perfectly located next to so many great Sydney icons and districts.” 4
- “Great location, as I said, for Darling Square and Darling Harour. Bars and restaurants all around.” On camera161:07
- “The hotel's prime location overlooking Darling Harbour and close to Sydney's key attractions was highly appreciated by our international delegates.” 14
- “Marriott locAtion is perfection.” 10
- “Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour (close to train station, chinatown, darling harbour, casino and right near the monorail and light rail stations) - always has good prices if you book in advance you can sometimes get a King Room for less than $140 a night!!” 17
- “Thanks again. We often stay at the Intercontinental on Macquarie St. It is in a great location very close to Circular Quay, the Opera House & the Botanical Gardens.” 10
- “The hotel's prime location overlooking Darling Harbour and close to Sydney's key attractions was highly appreciated by our international delegates. We would particularly like to acknowledge the professionalism, flexibility and hospitality of the Novotel team.” 14
- “:D 35,000 points per night was very inexpensive, imo! We stayed several times at the Park Hyatt. Fabulous views and location. Easy walk to Circular Quay, lots and lots of restaurants around it and not that far a walk to George Street.” 10
Bed & Sleep4 mentions
- “The bed was comfortable but was fitted with just a bottom sheet and a sheet-covered doona, which made for a warm night's sleep at times-especially during the early morning when the air conditioning seemed to cycle slowly.” 6
- “The blackout curtains were excellent for sleeping, but surprisingly difficult to reopen. The blinds operate with a rotating rod system, and it took me a while to figure out how to raise them.” 13
- “If you're particular about your pillow, there's sure to be something to please you among the five choices on the pillow menu, including u-shaped and memory foam options, adding to the overall comfort of this luxury accommodation near Darling Harbour.” 6
- “The pillows weren't great - either rock hard or very soft - but the pillow menu hadn't made it to the room yet so I'm not sure if there were other pillows you could choose from (when we rang up for alternative pillows we just asked for firm ones and were sent rocks!!)” 5
Bathroom5 mentions
- “How is the bathroom, the jacuzzi tub setting instead of shower looks peculiar jagun372 • 4y ago Its not a bad setup. I guess it depends on how much time you're spending in the room.” 18
- “Fitting the hotel's sustainability theme, the bathroom products are Fair Trade. There's also a powerful hairdryer, which I often find lacking in hotel rooms, and it wasn't concealed inside a bag, which can provide an extra challenge when you are struggling to get ready in the morning.” 6
- “The bathroom was clean and well-maintained.” 13
- “The accommodation has all the necessities like tea and coffee, a hairdryer, iron, bathroom essentials and large TV. There is also a bath which is a big plus for kids and pretty luxurious for mum and dad to soak in after a bid day out exploring the city.” 4
- “Water pressure was excellent, and the hair dryer was surprisingly powerful compared to many hotels I've stayed in.” 13
Noise5 mentions
- “We stayed at the Meriton on Kent Street - first class apartments - very central - had evything we wanted and the freedom and space which apartments have to offer - we did notwant a hotel and theseapartments came highly recommend - good luck” 17
- “I stayed in Room 724, which was a Standard King Accessible Room designed to accommodate people with different abilities-an excellent option for anyone looking for **luxury accommodation near Darling Harbour**. It had a view over the street into nearby buildings and offered a quiet night's sleep.” 6
- “Thanks again. We often stay at the Intercontinental on Macquarie St. It is in a great location very close to Circular Quay, the Opera House & the Botanical Gardens. It has very good sound proofing in the rooms so no traffic noise is heard.” 10
- “I prefer Novotel Sydney central. So close to everything and really quiet of a night.” 11
- “One minor inconvenience was the elevator wait time. Elevators often became crowded, especially on the main lobby level, so be prepared for a short wait during busy hours.” 13
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- 1Darling Harbour Hotel : r/sydneyreddit.comForum threadDate not stated18 quotes used
“Got absolutely nothing for our wedding anniversary other than an acknowledgement - cheers, thanks. We splurged on the room type and didn't even have complimentary water bottles like other sinilar hotels. So i wouldn't sa…”
Read originalreddit.com - 2The Ternary Restaurant Novotel Darling Harbour Reviewyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only9 quotes used
“And then, there's also my favorite Balmain bugs. So, this is a real classic, and it's just delicious here.”
Read originalyoutube.com - 3Best Accor hotel in Sydney for a weekend stay?australianfrequentflyer.com.auReview siteDate not statedRead originalaustralianfrequentflyer.com.au
- 4A Perfect Family Staycation at Novotel Sydney onellaslist.com.auReview siteDate not stated10 quotes used
“The menu was a game-changer. It was one of the few menus I've come across where I wanted absolutely everything on it!”
Read originalellaslist.com.au - 5Sofitel Darling Harbour, Sydneyflyertalk.comForum threadDate not stated12 quotes used
“Beds didn't necessarily feel like the normal Sofitel beds - they were a lot harder - but they were still comfy.”
Read originalflyertalk.com - 6Where to stay in Sydney - Novotel Sydney Darling Square ...eatdrinkandbekerry.netReview siteDate not stated12 quotes used
“I was tempted to request a yoga mat from reception and do my own in-room workout... but my bed was just too comfy. Maybe next time, yoga mat. Maybe next time.”
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