Rydges Darling Square
72 Liverpool St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Hotel
•Why you'll love Rydges Darling Square
- Offers five spacious and versatile event rooms.
- With natural light and complimentary Wi-Fi
- Provides catering options for various events.
Rydges Darling Square Apartment Hotel is located on the corner of Liverpool & Sussex Streets in Sydney’s CBD. Within walking distance from Darling Harbour and Chinatown, it is the ideal venue to host your next conference or event. From training seminars to boardroom meetings, corporate conferences and social events, the hotel boasts five versatile event rooms that are spacious, have ample natural light and complimentary Wi-Fi capabilities.
We offer a wide range of catering options to suit any event or meeting, all of which can be fully customised to suit your every need. Our Event team will work closely with you and our Chef to ensure we have put together the right menu for you. Our event spaces are designed to accommodate various group sizes, ensuring comfort and functionality for any gathering. With flexible layouts, you can choose from theater-style seating for presentations, banquet setups for formal dinners, or classroom arrangements for workshops. Each event space is meticulously designed to create an inspiring atmosphere that stimulates creativity and collaboration.
Rydges Darling Square Function Rooms
Forresters
Let us set the scene: natural light, first-floor views, and a big screen to showcase your latest and great work. You’re located just a stone’s throw from the CBD, yet secluded in a bubble of your own space. Shall we add in custom catering to sweeten the deal a little more? Well, that’s exactly what you can expect with a function in the Forrester Room.
Grand Criterion
Whether you’re hosting a conference for 130 attendees or holding an intimate soiree, Grand Criterion offers the canvas for your upcoming event. The expansive and naturally lit room can be used as an open and free-flowing space or separated into four separate rooms to accommodate smaller groups or simultaneous sessions. It’s flexible and functional, with just the right amount of fun to bring every group together – no matter the occasion.
Market
An elegant, well-lit boardroom ideal for intimate meetings or training sessions. Our Market Room is versatile for your next event, and can fit up to 30 people standing, 24 in a Theatre set-up, 10 people in a Boardroom set-up or 12 in a Classroom set-up.
One on 1 Restaurant
A space designed to embrace the sunshine and frame the view. Indulge and delight at One on 1 Restaurant for any occasion. From family events to corporate dinners, we have the space and menu for all occasions.
Trades + Sussex + Market
Perfect for corporate events, the Trades, Sussex, and Market rooms offer a versatile space that can accommodate up to 100 standing guests, 80 in a theatre setup, or 60 for banquet-style seating. These rooms can be booked together for larger gatherings or separately for more intimate events, providing flexibility to suit your needs.
Trades + Sussex
Ideal for corporate events, the Trades and Sussex rooms offer a versatile space for up to 60 standing guests, 50 in a theatre-style setup, or 40 for banquet seating. These rooms can be booked together or separately, providing flexibility to suit your event requirements.
Market + Star
Perfect for corporate events, the Market and Star rooms offer a combined space accommodating up to 50 standing guests, 42 in a theatre setup, or 28 for banquet seating. These rooms can also be booked separately for smaller, more intimate gatherings, providing flexibility for your event needs.
Trades
An elegant, well-lit boardroom ideal for intimate meetings or training sessions. Ideal for corporate events, the Trades room offers for up to 35 in a Theatre set-up, 40 standing or upto 30 in a banquet set-up. Need more space? This rooms can be booked together with our Sussex Room, providing flexibility to suit your event requirements.
Price Guide
| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| Day Delegate Package (DDP) | $ 85 |
| Half Day Delegate Package (HDDP) | $ 80 |
| 2 Course Menu | $ 79 |
| 3 Course Menu | $ 89 |
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 58 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 58 |
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Reviews for Rydges Darling Square
Helen Barr
Perfect location, lots to do in the area a walk away from different types of entertainment and close to public transport. Staff are friendly, helpful and accommodating with an early check in. One bedroom apartment was a great size and clean. Price was very reasonable. Would definitely stay again.
Monique Stevens
Nice, clean and comfortable. We stayed in the premium queen room so it had been updated. Our aircon didn't work, and when I spoke to the housekeeper she had the matinence man there in 10 minutes. He then said he couldn't fix it and within 20 minutes reception phoned and moved us to another room, with aircon. All staff members were welcoming and friendly. The buffet breakfast was brilliant and kept us going for the day. Walking distance to the Harbour, shopping and food. We would definitely stay again.
Shanice
Our stay was excellent. My husband booked this hotel for our wedding anniversary. Receptionist and Syahril, the housekeeping manager was very polite and welcoming!!! HOur room was spotless, the bed was very comfortable. You can tell is well-maintained. The whole experience felt relaxing and well-planned. Will definitely come back.
Ryan Lim
We stayed at Rydges Darling Square Apartments and overall had a good experience, though a few things could improve. The good (and genuinely great): · Location is absolutely excellent – walking distance to Darling Harbour, train station, plus right in Darling Square near ICC, Chinatown, and endless dining options. · Nightly fireworks at Darling Harbour are a not‑to‑be‑missed event. Being able to walk there with a toddler and then quickly return to the apartment was fantastic. · Shower water pressure is excellent – strong, hot, and consistent. · Early check‑in – Our flight landed early in the morning. They allowed us to check in early for only a small charge. With a sleeping toddler, multiple luggage, and a stroller, this was a lifesaver. What would make this a 6‑star stay: adding a washing machine‑dryer combo in the room. For families, that would be an absolute game‑changer. The downsides (especially for families): 1. No proper drop‑off point – and we arrived in pouring rain. We took a taxi from the airport. There's no dedicated drop‑off zone out the front. When we arrived, it was raining heavily. The taxi had to stop on the corner. We had multiple suitcases, a stroller, and a sleeping toddler. We had to unload everything in the rain and push the stroller and luggage up a slope to reach the front entrance. Our toddler woke up crying. Be prepared for this if arriving in wet weather with kids. 2. Baby cot comes with no mattress The cot provided had a hard base with just a thin sheet – no mattress at all. We asked reception for an extra blanket and folded that up as a makeshift mattress. It worked okay, but it's not ideal for a baby's comfort or safe sleep. Management should provide a proper thin mattress with their cots, or warn parents in advance. 3. Housekeeping missed vacuuming – but fixed after we raised it. Our toddler dropped a few crumbs on the carpet one evening. We assumed housekeeping would vacuum the next day. But when we returned to the room the following night, the crumbs were still there. That said, after we mentioned it to reception, they did vacuum properly for the rest of our stay. So credit for fixing it, but it shouldn't have been missed in the first place. 4. Chargeable items in the fridge and on the counter – right next to dozens of supermarkets. They left drinks and snacks that are chargeable if consumed. The apartment is within a few minute walk of multiple supermarkets (Woolworths, Coles, Asian grocers, etc.). We could have bought the same items for half the price. It felt like a low‑key trap, and we had to be careful not to accidentally touch the paid items. For such a well‑located apartment, just leave the fridge empty. Bottom line: The apartment itself – location, water pressure, space, and proximity to Darling Harbour's nightly fireworks – was great. The early check‑in (for a small fee) was a huge help. But the arrival logistics (especially in rain), the bare cot, the initial missed vacuuming (though eventually fixed), and the unnecessary minibar items in a supermarket‑dense area made it less family‑friendly. Fix those things, and add a washer‑dryer? That would be a genuine 6 stars. For now, a solid but slightly flawed stay – still recommended with caveats.
J Martin
Perfect if you travelling with a child/family. Spacious room to move about. Bedroom size large and fits portacot easy. Love the thick dark curtains, just a huge shame about the outside/road noise but to be expected in the city espesh with Vivid lights week on. No room service or dinner available at our time of stay & the swimming pool was under renovation which we were not aware of. Gym was good but limited with heavier weights selection & no spray/wipes to clean equipment down after use, the last person in there had left rubbish in the treadmill. Staff were helpful & friendly although we had to ask for extra towels twice and there is no laundry on site, they can do it for you but its $75. Walking distance to most places which is a huge bonus, made the trip easy for us to get around with no car.
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