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Live · refreshed weeklyUpdated September 21, 2026
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels — 616 prompts across 56 destinations, refreshed every Monday.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% week to week.
The Darling
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of September 21, 2026. Tracked for 14 weeks.
This week
4
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
5
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
this week
Total links
32
all time
Location
80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to The Darling at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Sydney”Sydney, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks12 quotes
“best hotels in Sydney”
Sydney, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks12 quotes
Google AI Mode · 09-21
“A swanky, highly awarded urban resort offering stunning harbor views and a glamorous boutique experience.”
Gemini · 09-21
“A swanky luxury escape featuring live entertainment venues, five upscale eateries, and close proximity to the waterfront.”
Google AI Mode · 09-14
“A swanky and sophisticated luxury choice close to the entertainment precinct with exceptional harbor views.”
Copilot · 09-14
“Stylish boutique hotel with harbour views and access to entertainment venues.”
Gemini · 09-07
“A swanky luxury hotel featuring upscale dining, casino entertainment, and exceptional guest satisfaction ratings.”
Google AI Mode · 08-10
“Renowned for its opulent boutique design, award-winning spa, and a sophisticated sanctuary vibe near Darling Harbour.”
“best hotels in Sydney for couples”Sydney, US4 of 6 AIs11 weeks14 quotes
“best hotels in Sydney for couples”
Sydney, US4 of 6 AIs11 weeks14 quotes
Gemini · 09-21
“A swanky luxury hotel featuring upscale eateries and harbor views for a memorable couples retreat.”
Gemini · 09-14
“A swanky luxury hotel with great harbour views and multiple upscale eateries for a memorable date night.”
Gemini · 09-07
“A swanky luxury hotel complete with fine dining and a vibrant atmosphere for couples looking for modern entertainment and indulgence.”
ChatGPT · 08-24
“A glamorous five-star boutique hotel with harbour views, an indulgent spa and dedicated couples suites that suit a romantic weekend.”
Copilot · 08-24
“Swanky luxury hotel with harbour views, upscale dining, and a romantic atmosphere.”
Copilot · 08-03
“Swanky luxury hotel with harbour views and intimate atmosphere, perfect for couples.”
“luxury hotels in Sydney”Sydney, US3 of 6 AIs9 weeks10 quotes
“luxury hotels in Sydney”
Sydney, US3 of 6 AIs9 weeks10 quotes
Gemini · 09-21
“A swanky luxury option offering upscale eateries, live performance venues, and stylish harbor views close to the city center.”
Gemini · 09-07
“A swanky luxury destination providing stunning harbour views, multiple upscale eateries, live entertainment venues, and a casino.”
Perplexity · 07-27
“Chic, contemporary luxury with multiple dining venues and river views.”
Perplexity · 07-20
“Glitzy, contemporary luxury with multiple dining venues and entertainment options.”
ChatGPT · 07-20
“A stylish luxury hotel with a renowned spa, premium restaurants, and convenient access to entertainment.”
ChatGPT · 07-13
“A luxury hotel with spacious rooms, an upscale spa, and premium dining within The Star precinct.”
“best hotels in Sydney for business travelers”Sydney, US2 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
“best hotels in Sydney for business travelers”
Sydney, US2 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
Gemini · 09-21
“Situated close to the International Convention Centre (ICC Sydney), making it an ideal luxury choice for conference attendees and business travelers.”
Gemini · 09-14
“This luxury hotel provides upscale amenities, quiet spaces, and a convenient location near the International Convention Centre Sydney.”
Gemini · 09-07
“Features luxurious rooms and high-end amenities close to the International Convention Centre Sydney.”
ChatGPT · 05-25
“Convenient access to ICC Sydney and strong dining options make it ideal for conferences and client entertainment.”
“family friendly hotels in Sydney”Sydney, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Sydney”
Sydney, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
Gemini · 09-07
“Features upscale amenities and a fantastic outdoor swimming pool, located near popular entertainment and attractions.”
Perplexity · 08-03
“Vibrant luxury option with multiple dining outlets and family-friendly amenities near Darling Harbour.”
“hotels in Sydney with rooftop pool”Sydney, US2 of 6 AIs5 weeks5 quotes
“hotels in Sydney with rooftop pool”
Sydney, US2 of 6 AIs5 weeks5 quotes
Google AI Mode · 08-31
“A Forbes Five-Star luxury hotel featuring a chic, custom-designed outdoor pool and relaxation deck.”
Perplexity · 06-29
“Luxurious rooftop pool with modern design and city skyline views within a premier entertainment precinct.”
Perplexity · 06-22
“Iconic luxury property with a renowned rooftop pool and city views.”
Perplexity · 06-15
“Iconic luxe property with a stylish rooftop pool offering city and harbour views.”
Perplexity · 05-04
“Iconic rooftop pool offering panoramic harbour views.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Weekly mentions per AI assistant
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | 3 |
| September 7, 2026 | — | 5 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| August 24, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| August 3, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| July 20, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 3 |
| July 13, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| June 29, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| June 22, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| June 15, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| June 8, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| May 18, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| May 11, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| May 4, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (32 links)
Direct 53%Other 47%
Week-by-week
September 21, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 14, 20263 links / 3 mentions
September 7, 20265 links / 5 mentions
August 24, 20261 links / 1 mentions
August 3, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 20, 20263 links / 3 mentions
July 13, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 29, 20261 links / 1 mentions
June 22, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 15, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 8, 20261 links / 1 mentions
May 18, 20262 links / 2 mentions
May 11, 20261 links / 1 mentions
May 4, 20262 links / 2 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other