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Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

3.5 star property
Sydney hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Near Royal Randwick Racecourse, Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and free WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, coffee shop/cafe, and business center while appreciating helpful staff who've impressed previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(217 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
2-12 Sarah Street, Mascot, NSW, 2020

What's nearby

  • George Hanna Memorial Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Meriton Retail Precinct Mascot Central - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ice Zoo Sydney - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Sydney Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Archie Rose Distilling Co. - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 10 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 55 min drive
  • Sydney St Peters Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Sydenham Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Erskineville Station - 6 min drive
  • Mascot Station - 11 min walk
  • Domestic Airport Station - 16 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Into Laksa - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rasa Oriental - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Cantina - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG is just 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Sydney Cricket Ground and Westfield Eastgardens are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Mascot Station is 11 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 247 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 12 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured on-site self-parking (AUD 35 per day)
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2020
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in the Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) and NABERS Energy – programmes that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 12 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.9 per cent

Parking

  • Secured self-parking costs AUD 35 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Express Sydney By Ihg Mascot
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG Mascot
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG Hotel Mascot

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG?

Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 35 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request. The charge is AUD 12 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Westfield Eastgardens (2.6 mi) and Royal Randwick Racecourse (3.5 mi), along with Entertainment Quarter (3.9 mi) and Sydney Cricket Ground (4.1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG is in Mascot, a short 12-minute walk from Meriton Retail Precinct Mascot Central. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, tasty, and satisfying with a variety of healthy options. (199 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, efficient, and on time, making it a great option for travelers. (68 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay. Friendly and helpful staff. I highly recommend this hotel.
Judy Annette, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean. Compact room but has everything you need. Breakfast included but as we were leaving for an early flight and were given a go breakfast with cereal, milk, fruit juice and muesli bar. Staff very nice and friendly. Shuttle to airport was easy and on time.
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay helpful staff great location
Brian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Central location Clean and comfortable beds Easily accessible Great breakfast
Tersia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a pre-cruise night. Excellent breakfast!!
Vicki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Professional stuff, clean room and convenient location with breakfast.
Youming, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast and nice bar
Adriane, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Adequate for one night but good breakfast!
Leland, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Clean hotel, big rooms!!
Michele, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes clean friendly staff lovely breakfast
Dianne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean and staff very friendly
Rachelle, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room and near the domestic airport
Renato, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room is clean and the staff were great, easy check in and out.
Lilibeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was pristinely clean. The staff were totally professional and lovely. The space was absolutely perfect for what I needed. It was Business friendly and perfect for attending an event nearby.
Willow, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I couldn’t fault the hotel but the construction noise outside did make it hard to sleep. Staff were nice. Check in was easy. Room clean and bed comfortable. Free breakfast included. Would stay there again.
Tegan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean, staff friendly
Lauren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and great location
Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall very good location. 10min walk.to the train station
Jaeyoon, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

nice big room ,very comfortable bed everything ineeded was there
warwick, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay with very helpful reception staff that went out of their way to help.
Sherry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, nice clean room with great dark blinds for sleeping. Location good.
kathy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great staff...Breakfast ok!
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Kebab kartel across the road has the best burgers. Hotel staff are the best!
Charlene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice welcoming staff!
Leo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We arrived in the morning and checkin was not until afternoon, but the clerk went ahead and booked us a room. The staff was courteous and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable and the location was very close to the airport.
Arlind, 1-night trip