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The Darling at The Star Gold Coast

Gold Coast , 1 The Darling Avenue (Show on Map)

9.1

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsThe Darling at The Star Gold Coast is a luxurious and exceptional hotel that offers outstanding service and facilities. The location is perfect with easy access to shopping, dining and the beach. Guests are delighted with the breakfast options, although some found it to be expensive. The dinner experience is exceptional with great food and amazing service. The rooms are beautifully appointed and clean with fresh linen, tasteful decor and modern tech. The staff provides exceptional customer service with many guests describing them as friendly, helpful and polite. The pool is a must-visit with a spacious and well-maintained outdoor pool and a breathtaking rooftop pool. The parking experience is overwhelmingly positive with many guests praising the valet parking service. The beds are some of the best in the world with many guests complimenting their level of comfort. Overall, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is a fabulous and luxurious hotel that offers the best classy place ever.
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Room Types

King Suite with Balcony - Stellar This suite features a pool with a view. This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Penthouse Suite with Billiard Room The pool with a view is the standout feature of this suite. This spacious suite features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchenette that has a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Penthouse Suite This suite's special feature is the pool with a view. This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The fully equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Penthouse Suite with Spa This suite's standout features are the pool with a view and spa bath. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. In the kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Penthouse Suite with Media Room Guests will have a special experience as this suite features a pool with a view. This spacious suite is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which is fitted with a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Deluxe Penthouse Suite with Exercise Room The pool with a view is the standout feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which features a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

About The Darling at The Star Gold Coast

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Guest Reviews

9.1

Excellent

Location

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast boasts a perfect location in an elegant oasis that is centrally located, close to home and easy to access. Guests can bask in the beauty of the wonderful Broadbeach location, which offers easy access to shopping, dining and the beach. The luxury accommodation is nestled in a great spot for nightlife with plenty of restaurants and the casino just a stone's throw away. The location is ideal for those wanting convenience with a tram stop located just a 5-minute walk away. The hotel is in proximity to the attractions guests wish to visit, making it a convenient location for all. Overall, the location and views are simply beautiful and make for a great stay.

Breakfast

Guests at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast are delighted with the breakfast options available to them. Reviews vary from marvellous to exceptional. The buffet breakfast is regarded as being very good with guests appreciating the interesting menu and signature breakfast biscuit. The coffee is also of excellent quality. However, some guests found the breakfast to be expensive and not worth the cost. Breakfast options such as Nineteen and the Harvest are particularly praised with some guests calling it the best breakfast they’ve ever had. A few guests did not have a satisfactory experience with some finding the food to be of poor quality and others receiving rude service from the restaurant. It is advisable to book breakfast in advance and be aware that certain items may not be included, as some guests found out the hard way. Finally, there were guests who enjoyed a pleasant breaky in their room, but those who ate at the Garden Bar found the food to be awful.

Dinner

The dinner experience at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is exceptional and unforgettable, according to guest reviews. The great food and amazing service at the 19 restaurant made for an outstanding dining experience. Those who dined at The Garden noted that while the food was good, some were disappointed by deceptive advertising and poor presentation of the meals. Some roast meals were dried out and there were reports of food scraps and napkins on the floor. However, despite some minor issues, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast offers a satisfying and enjoyable dining experience.

Rooms

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is an exceptional hotel that meets high expectations. The Spa Penthouse and other rooms are beautifully appointed and clean with fresh linen, tasteful decor and modern tech. The large, spacious rooms offer amazing views and comfy beds and pillows. Guests love the bathrooms and appreciate the special touches and extras included in each room. The staff provides outstanding service, adding to the luxurious experience. Even during COVID times, the spacious rooms offer a pleasant place to dine and relax. Some guests have reported signs of wear and tear on the furnishings, but overall, the rooms are furnished and styled to an exceptional high standard and are stunningly clean. Despite the occasional wait for keys due to skeleton staff, the overall experience is one of luxury and modernity.

Beds

The beds at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast have been described by guests as some of the best in the world with many complimenting their level of comfort with one even describing it as "super comfy". Guests highlighted the comfy pillows and beautiful big bath as further enhancing their experience. Some guests did suggest they would have preferred an option for softer beds or a choice of simple dishes. Overall, guests found the rooms to be gorgeous and the comfort to be amazing. While one guest found the fridge noisy and another found a lumpy bed to be disruptive to their sleep, the majority of guests praised the beds with one even calling the king size pillows "awesome".

Cleanliness

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is praised by guests for its exceptional cleanliness and modern facilities. The rooms are immaculate and well-appointed with fresh linen and stylish decor. Room service is excellent and the housekeeping team maintains an excellent standard of cleanliness throughout the stay. Some guests reported a fishy smell in the fridge, but this was the only negative mentioned among countless positive reviews of the hotel's exceptional high standard of cleanliness. The hotel offers spacious rooms with regular cleaning and turn down services and guests appreciate the quiet and comfortable surroundings. Overall, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is perfect for travelers seeking a clean, modern and stylish hotel experience.

Staff

Guests of The Darling at The Star Gold Coast have praised the exceptional customer service provided by the hotel staff. Many reviewers have described the staff as friendly, helpful and polite with some going as far as saying they were the best staff they have ever encountered. They have also been described as accommodating, attentive and efficient. The cleanliness and security of the hotel has also been praised alongside the staff. Guests have noted exceptionally good service from the breakfast crew, concierge staff and bar staff. However, some guests have reported negative experiences with a few members of staff who were described as rude, disrespectful and arrogant. Overall, guests who have stayed at The Darling and interacted with the hotel staff have reported positive experiences and outstanding service.

Pool

The pool at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is a must-visit for guests. The outdoor pool is spacious and well-maintained, perfect for guests looking to relax and unwind. The heated pool ensures a comfortable swim all year round. The rooftop pool is simply breathtaking, although it only gets the morning sun. However, guests can still enjoy a beautiful view of the surrounding area from the poolside. The poolside bar is unfortunately not always open, but when it is, guests can enjoy delicious drinks and snacks. There is easy access to the casino and the pool area, making it convenient for guests to enjoy both. The rooms are luxurious and match the modern and classy vibe of the hotel. The unfortunate negative aspect was some guests reported hostile service at the Nineteen restaurant and pool bar, but they still loved and enjoyed the stunning pool area.

Parking

The parking experience at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast seems to have been overwhelmingly positive with many guests praising the valet parking service that came included in the price or as part of the overall service. The valet staff are described as "brilliant." In addition, some guests appreciated the complimentary under cover parking option. However, some guests note that there were no clear instructions on where to park when staying at The Darling and that there wasn't any signage to indicate where to go. In addition, some guests observed inebriated people throughout the venue and others noted that the carpark was closed due to construction next door, resulting in cars being parked out in the open all night. Overall, guests seemed to be happy with the parking options provided by The Darling, but it may be helpful for the hotel to provide clearer instructions for guests in the future.

5 Star

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is undoubtedly the best hotel on the Gold Coast, offering exceptional service and facilities. Guests feel like they're living in a 5-star hotel with pure luxury and magnificent decor around every corner. The staff is exceptional, providing fantastic service and room service, making it a perfect weekend away option. The Penthouse Billard Suite is ideal for a 60th Birthday Surprise Party, while the variety of restaurants in the hotel and free undercover parking is a plus. However, the continental breakfast a la carte for $45 was considered to be incredibly overpriced; otherwise, the stay was perfect. In conclusion, The Darling is a superb and fabulous high-end hotel, worthy of repeat visits.

Luxury

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast offers an exceptional hotel experience that is highly luxurious and delightful. Guests feel like they are living a 5-star life with opulent accommodations and outstanding service, making them feel heavenly and elegant. Everything is amazing and the whole facility exudes pure luxury. The complimentary penthouse upgrade is a highlight and the dining is absolute perfection. The staff is nice and the valet service adds that extra touch of luxury. The hotel itself is dazzling with beautiful, huge rooms that have a luxurious feel. Although a few guests may have found the experience mediocre, overall, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is a fabulous and luxurious hotel that offers the best classy place ever.

Yes, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast.

No, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Darling at The Star Gold Coast.

Yes, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast has a gym.

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