Sydney · Darling Harbour · Australia
Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
Rooftop infinity · best On a hot day
Pool score
7.0/10
Meta rating
88/100
Behind the numbers
How we scored this hotel
Two scores, two methods. The pool score is our editorial judgement of the pool itself. The meta rating is a weighted blend of every guest-rating source we track.
How the pool score is built
Five criteria, each rated 0–10, combined with fixed weights into a final 0–10 Pool Score.
7.0/10
| Criterion | Score | Weight |
|---|---|---|
Pool design & setting Architecture, materials, how the pool sits in the hotel | 7.5/10 | 25% |
View & atmosphere Skyline, sea, gardens, light, music, vibe | 7.5/10 | 25% |
Size & lounging space Pool dimensions, sunbeds, cabanas, deck space | 5.0/10 | 20% |
Access & seasonality Opening hours, season length, guest-only vs day-pass | 7.5/10 | 15% |
Service & maintenance Attendants, towels, food and drink, cleanliness | 7.5/10 | 15% |
How the meta rating is built
A weighted blend of every guest-rating source we track, normalized to a 0–100 scale.
88/100
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4★ | 5,630 | 58% | 51/100 | |
| TripAdvisor | 4.4★ | 3,104 | 42% | 37/100 |
Editor's note
The Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour boasts an impressive rooftop infinity pool that offers refreshing respite on hot days. While guests appreciate the views and ample seating, the nearby construction can detract from the ambiance. The pool bar and food service are highlights, offering a good selection of refreshments that can be charged directly to the room.
Pool facts
Pool facts
- Pools
- 1
- View
- Harbour/City
- Setting
- Rooftop · Infinity edge · Outdoor
- Heated
- No
- Saltwater
- No
- Year-round
- No
- Amenities
- Poolside food
- Adults only
- No
Only facts confirmed by 2+ sources or the hotel's own site are shown
What guests say about the pool
In their own words
There’s construction happening right next to the hotel, made the pool area a bit less desirable, but by no means was that the fault of the hotel, pool was chilly but refreshing on a hot day, plenty of seating.
I was attending a conference and didn’t have time to dive into the rooftop infinity pool, enjoy a soak in my room’s deep bathtub or try the chic Atelier restaurant.
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Sources & verification
How we verified this pool
Last verified
Not yet verified — we are still checking this property.
Sources we used
Editorial review based on the hotel's own website, recent guest reviews on Google and TripAdvisor, and our notes from the property.
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