Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport by IHG

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of airport hotels, and honestly? Most of them feel like you’re sleeping inside a departure lounge. But the Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport actually surprised me – in a good way. First thing you notice pulling up is that it doesn’t have that sterile, cookie-cutter vibe you’d expect. The building sits right at the corner of O’Riordan and Bourke Road, which means you’re literally five minutes from the terminals but somehow it doesn’t feel like you’re camping out at the airport.

The rooms are what really won me over though. I mean, sure, you can hear planes if you really listen for them, but it’s not that constant drone that keeps you awake – more like a distant white noise that actually helped me sleep better than expected. The beds are proper comfortable (I’m talking about that sweet spot between too soft and too firm), and they’ve got these blackout curtains that actually work, which is crucial when you’re dealing with jet lag or those brutal early morning flights. What I really appreciated was the shower pressure – honestly, after traveling for hours, there’s nothing worse than a weak dribble of water, and this place delivers on that front. The WiFi is solid too, which matters when you’re trying to check in for your next flight or catch up on work.

You know what sets this place apart from other airport hotels? The staff actually seem to get that people staying here are usually stressed, tired, or dealing with flight delays. Check-in was smooth even when I showed up at some ungodly hour, and the front desk person knew exactly which nearby restaurants deliver late (there’s a decent Thai place that’ll bring food right to the lobby). The location works in your favor too – you’re not stuck with just airport food or overpriced hotel dining. Mascot’s got some solid local spots if you have time to explore, and the train station is close enough that you could actually venture into the city if you have a longer layover. I wouldn’t call it a destination hotel by any means, but for what it is – a place to crash before or after flying – it punches above its weight. The 4.5 stars feel earned, not inflated, and that 8.3 rating makes sense when you consider it’s doing exactly what an airport hotel should do, just better than most.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $157. Standard Twin Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $157. Standard Room with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 single bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $177. Standard Queen Room – High Floor with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $177. Standard Queen Room with Park View with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $183. Standard King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $194. Standard King Room – High Floor with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $194. Premium Room with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $198. Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with 2 large double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $215. Premium King Room with Sofa Bed with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $226. Premium King Room – High Floor with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Very good – Glen from Australia – 14 July 2025 (8/10)

  Location to airport.
  The restaurant and bar are reasonably priced with a good menu selection.
  
  What could be improved: No bottled water in the room.

• Very good facilities and location for a stay near the airport. – Denise from New Zealand – 8 July 2025 (8/10)

  Great facilities, perfect location for an early taxi to the airport, good coffee spots nearby. Beds and shower were excellent.
  
  What could be improved: Parking was expensive

• Great hotel, near the airport. – Paul from Australia – 7 July 2025 (9/10)

  Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable room. Great breakfast. Convenient and excellent Biggles restaurant, bar, and grille within the premises.
  
  What could be improved: Not much to say…….well, nothing I can think of.

• Very Good – Therese from Australia – 7 July 2025 (8/10)

  The bed and bedding was very comfortable. And we enjoyed the breakfast and the attentive staff.

• Very convenient to airport, comfortable, clean and helpful staff – Paula from Australia – 4 July 2025 (9/10)

  Close to airport, comfortable, breakfast available
  
  What could be improved: Would have preferred lower cost

• Superb – Eric from Australia – 3 July 2025 (9/10)

  It was as advertised. Very comfortable and close to the airport

• We had a really nice stay!! – Liz from Australia – 3 July 2025 (9/10)

  Nice clean room!!
  Convenience to Airport plus Shuttle Bus to Airport
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Good hotel for access to the airport. – Jim from Australia – 26 June 2025 (9/10)

  Good location for access to the airport, large comfortable rooms with good facilities on site.
  
  What could be improved: The airport transfer was less than desirable and the driver was reluctant to assist with luggage in or out of the vehicle.

• Everything perfect. – Sofia from Australia – 24 June 2025 (9/10)

  We were transiting. Great location. Shuttle bus perfe. Thank you!

• Great location near the airport, with efficient staff, comfortable room, and airport shuttle service – Adrian from United Kingdom – 23 June 2025 (9/10)

  Proximity to the airport, quality of accommodation, and comfort of the bed. The staff were friendly and efficient.
  
  What could be improved: No issues overall.

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