Adina Sydney Darling Harbour’s multi-million-dollar refurbishment extends beyond guest rooms and marks TFE Hotels’ “ongoing investment in our first-generation Adina”, according to CEO Antony Ritch.

Taking inspiration from the seafoam greens and blues of Sydney Harbour, the 114-key Adina Darling Harbour has unveiled a new look opening that re-orients the hotel towards its prime waterfront location, set between the CBD and King Street Wharf with easy access to both leisure and business hubs.

The upgrade comes 26 years after the hotel’s opening ahead of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, with the new design undertaken by Batest Smart and led by Brenton Smith. The design narrative is said to have drawn on the building’s strengths, with floor-to-ceiling windows and generous balconies. For added liveability, each room features a fully equipped kitchen and laundry.

According to TFE Hotels’ Chief Executive Officer, Antony Ritch, Darling Harbour’s transformation extends beyond the guest rooms, with upgrades across the entire hotel designed to create a seamless flow – allowing guests to move from the lobby to the pool, through the restaurant and out to the harbour beyond with ease.

“With this refurbishment, we are firmly repositioning Darling Harbour as a contemporary harbourside base – and one that reflects how people want to travel and stay in the city today,” he said.

“It’s part of our ongoing investment in our first-generation Adina portfolio, with a sharp focus on design and the guest experience.”

The property features four meeting rooms ranging in size, with the ability to cater events for up to 150 people. The meeting spaces come with a cutting-edge AV suite including laser projection, AI-tracked conferencing cameras, seamless wireless presenting, interactive displays, and next-gen Auracast hearing support.

New to the venue is Shoreline Kitchen, featuring all-day menus in a contemporary cafe-style setting offering guests Australian breakfasts through to gourmet burgers using locally sourced ingredients.

“Designed with both travellers and locals in mind, this venue will bring a fresh, easy-going style where guests can settle in for long lunch, grab a quick coffee or enjoy an evening drink,” Ritch said.

“In line with Adina’s Australian sensibilities, there is also a subtle nod to native bush flavours, with ingredients such as saltbush and pepperberry woven throughout the menu.”

Pre-loved furniture and fixtures from the refurbishment were donated to Sydney charity ReLove, helping support local families in crisis.
The hotel reopened on 3 August, with an official launch slated for September.