Hotels near Afterpay Arena for Queens of the Stone Age
Sorted by distance to Afterpay Arena — each room priced against Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Trip.com and Hotels.com
What is Queens of the Stone Age?
Formed by Joshua Homme against a backdrop of 1990s Palm Desert, California, Queens of the Stone Age is what happens when a multidimensional musical entity outgrows the very genre it creates. Too prolific, ambitious and just plain brilliant to be confined by categorization, QOTSA has morphed over the course of eight utterly essential albums into the behemoth that has blessed us with a cornucopia of bangers from “No One Knows” to “Little Sister,” “My God is the Sun” to “Emotion Sickness” “Paper Machete” and so many more. Undeniably rock — yes, always, but with the blood, sweat and dark magical swagger only Homme and his cohorts can conjure.
Regularly hailed as one of the greatest live bands in existence, QOTSA consists of Homme, Troy Van Leeuwen, Michael Shuman, Dean Fertita and Jon Theodore… What started off as generator parties in the desert has evolved into an undeniable multi-sensual juggernaut that returns to light up stages across Australia & New Zealand with the epic line up of Primus and Tropical Fuck Storm.
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Description from afterpayarena.com.au.
Which hotels are closest to Afterpay Arena?
The closest bookable hotel to Afterpay Arena for Queens of the Stone Age is Novotel Sydney Olympic Park, a 14-minute walk (0.61 km) from the venue. In total, 8 hotels sit within a 15-minute walk of Afterpay Arena, ranging from 0.39 km to 1.03 km away. Live nightly prices for 15 December 2026 are on the booking page, compared side-by-side with Booking.com and Expedia.
Novotel Sydney Olympic Park
ibis budget Sydney Olympic Park
Quest At Sydney Olympic Park
Ibis Sydney Olympic Park
Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park
Meriton Suites Carter Street
ShortOZStay at Australia Towers
Metawisebnb Executive 2-bedroom Stadium View Apartment W Parking
Which nights should you book for Queens of the Stone Age?
Book one night: the night of Monday 15 December 2026. Arrive any time that day — there’s no benefit to checking in earlier, as the show is a single evening event. Plan to check out the following morning; many nearby hotels offer late checkout, but confirm this directly when booking.
How do you get to Afterpay Arena?
Hotels beyond walking distance are still well connected: the 526 bus serves Afterpay Arena. Stunning Views Sydney Olympic Park is about 13 minutes away on public transport. Services thin out late — check the last departure before you travel.
All listed hotels are within walking distance of Afterpay Arena, with walk times ranging from 6 to 23 minutes. The closest option is Metawisebnb Executive 2-bedroom Stadium View Apartment W Parking at 6 minutes’ walk. Public transport options include buses and a train station within the Olympic Park precinct, but services thin out late — check the last departure before you go. Ride-share drop-off is available at the venue, but expect delays post-show due to high demand.
Where do you eat and drink after the concert?
Several hotels on the list — including Novotel Sydney Olympic Park, Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park, and Quest At Sydney Olympic Park — have on-site bars or restaurants that typically remain open after concerts end. These are practical options for food and drinks without needing to walk far or rely on late-night public transport.
What is the area around Afterpay Arena like?
The Olympic Park precinct is a purpose-built entertainment and sporting hub, with wide pedestrian pathways, lighting, and clear signage. It’s generally quiet and safe at night, though largely residential outside event hours. There are limited independent cafes or restaurants immediately around the arena — most dining options are hotel-based or part of the larger park precinct, which closes earlier on non-event days.
Frequently asked questions
Can I walk back to my hotel after the show?
Yes — all listed hotels are reachable on foot. Walk times range from 6 to 23 minutes, with the shortest being Metawisebnb Executive 2-bedroom Stadium View Apartment W Parking at 6 minutes’ walk.
What time does the concert finish?
Concerts at Afterpay Arena typically finish late, especially with support acts. Exact end times aren’t published in advance, so plan for a finish well after the listed ticket time.
Is late checkout available?
Late checkout is commonly offered by hotels in this area, particularly for concertgoers, but availability varies by property and date. Confirm directly with your chosen hotel when booking.
Is parking available?
Metawisebnb Executive 2-bedroom Stadium View Apartment W Parking includes parking. Other properties do not specify parking in the provided data — contact them directly if you need it.
Event details are sourced from the venue's public calendar and may change — always confirm with the official ticket seller (tickets). Hotel availability and prices are live on the search page.