Stanley Lane Residence Darlinghurst

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Stanley Lane Residence? The name makes it sound like some grand old mansion, but it’s actually this sleek aparthotel tucked away on Yurong Street – and honestly, that’s exactly what makes it work so well. I mean, Darlinghurst can be pretty intense with all the Oxford Street action, but this little pocket feels almost residential while still being right in the thick of things.

The building itself has this modern, no-nonsense vibe that I actually appreciated after staying in too many places trying too hard to be boutique-y. The rooms are more like proper studio apartments – you’ve got a kitchenette that’s actually functional (not just a mini-fridge and a prayer), decent counter space, and a living area that doesn’t feel like an afterthought. The beds are surprisingly good too, which matters when you’re dealing with the noise from the clubs on Oxford Street winding down around 3 AM on weekends. Double-glazed windows definitely help, though you’ll still hear some street activity if you’re a light sleeper.

What really sold me on this place was the location – it’s like having a cheat code for Sydney. You’re literally a two-minute walk from Hyde Park, which I used for morning runs, and the same distance to Museum Station if you need to get anywhere quickly. But here’s the thing locals know: you’re also right near that stretch of Crown Street with all the good cafes and restaurants that tourists somehow miss. There’s this Vietnamese place called Pho Pasteur about three blocks away that’s been there forever, and you can walk to Surry Hills in like ten minutes for dinner. The staff seemed to actually know the neighborhood too – they pointed me toward a bottle shop that was open late and mentioned which streets to avoid during the Mardi Gras parade (spoiler: avoid them all unless you want to party).

Parking is… well, it’s Darlinghurst, so don’t expect miracles, but there’s street parking if you circle around enough, and they can point you toward a couple of paid lots nearby. Check-in was smooth – they’ve got that keyless entry thing figured out, which is clutch when you’re arriving at weird hours. The whole place feels well-maintained without being sterile, if that makes sense. Like, the elevators work properly, the WiFi doesn’t cut out every five minutes, and the air conditioning actually cools the room down.

I’d definitely stay here again, especially for longer trips – having that kitchen means you’re not eating out every single meal, which your wallet will thank you for in a city like Sydney. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place you’ve ever stayed, but it nails the fundamentals while putting you right where you want to be. Plus, with an 8.6 rating, I wasn’t the only one who figured this out.

Rooms

• One-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony with 1 king bed for 2 adults
• One-Bedroom Loft Apartment with Balcony with 1 queen bed for 2 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony with 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds for 4 adults
• Three-Bedroom Apartment Suite with 2 twin beds and 2 × 1 queen bed for 6 adults

Reviews

• A wonderful place to stay, great for family and friends, a beautiful and modern multimillion house – Cynthia from Australia (9/10)

  Great location, at the back street of the Museum and 2 minutes walk to St Mary’s cathedral, 2 minutes walk to Hyde Park, love the area because it’s not far away from everything and it’s not so noisy as others right in the middle of CBD.
  The house is even prettier than the photos, expensive appliances, and even prepared 3 flavors of Nespresso coffee capsules for us. Whole house smells beautiful, all the tablewares and cookwares are new and clean.
  3 super large bedrooms, each room has individual bathroom and toilet, good privacy for all. Great for big family, couples, and friends to come. And each room has individual air conditioner, so it can fit everyone’s needs
  Communication is fantastic, all messages were replied within a few minutes, very helpful team.
  Love love love to stay in this place.

• Perfect location, very modern decor, highly recommended – Steve from Australia (9/10)

  Location was perfect, very close to the city yet tucked away and quiet. The room itself was very clean with a modern feel, had all the amenities needed and a great kitchen to cook up a storm.

• Exceptional – Gayle from Australia (9/10)

  Spacious and very clean

• Beautiful and comfortable property – Muhan from Australia (9/10)

  The house is newly renovated and very beautiful and comfortable. Great for staying with friends and family!

• Wonderful – Jenny from New Zealand (9/10)

  location was amazing, very roomy for 6 of us, very clean.

• We had a great experience. The property is new and in a great location – Ian from Australia (9/10)

  The property is very new and well kept

• Exactly what we expected and needed. Would happily stay again – Jodie from Australia (9/10)

  Very comfortable stay
  Had everything we needed and close to many cafes and restaurants.
  Lovely ambience and fragrances around the apartment and foyer. Would love to know what is used in the foyer on the steps .. was divine !

• Relaxed,quiet environment in the heart of everything – Jodi from Australia (8/10)

  Proximity to everything, clean and comfortable

• Thanks for having us – Thomas from Australia (8/10)

  Location

• Exceptional – Dean from Germany (9/10)

  Great location between kings cross (10 minute walk) and downtown (30 minutes to circular key). The place was quite new, exceptionally nice design, and very well equipped!

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