In Sydney, a Swath of Suites Dare Guests to Expect the Unexpected

If we had to pick, the one undesirable aspect of hotel living is the lack of homelike comforts. But Sydney’s newest suites, which sit harborside at The Darling, are a lesson in tasteful splendor. It took Australian studio Fender Katsalidis two years to fully refurbish the 16 rooms. While no two are the same, commonalities can be found in their abundance of contemporary art, and an amber, clay, and ocean blue color palette informed by the Australian landscape. While well-appointed stone kitchens and harbor views meet practical needs of sustenance and light, the ultimate amenity can be found in the aptly named Karaoke suite. There, a room awash in shades of Bordeaux (and ample sound-proofing) awaits guests ready to let out their inner superstar. There really is no place like home—and sometimes that’s for the best.

All images courtesy of The Darling.