Hotels near Afterpay Arena for The Script
Sorted by distance to Afterpay Arena — every price checked against Booking.com, Expedia and more
Which hotels are closest to Afterpay Arena?
The closest bookable hotel to Afterpay Arena for The Script 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 27 March 2027 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 The Script?
Book for the night of 27 March 2027 — arrive before the concert and depart the following morning. Since the event is a single-day concert, there’s no need to book additional nights unless you plan to explore Sydney before or after.
How do you get to Afterpay Arena?
Hotels beyond walking distance are still well connected: the 526 bus serves Afterpay Arena. The quickest of them is about 14 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 serving the Olympic Park precinct; services thin out late — check the last departure before you go. Ride-share drop-off is available directly at the venue, and there is a train station within the precinct.
Where do you eat and drink after the concert?
After the concert, you’ll find casual bars and cafes within the Olympic Park precinct, including venues near the arena entrance and along the parklands. Some restaurants and kiosks remain open post-event, though hours vary — it’s best to confirm opening times in advance.
What is the area around Afterpay Arena like?
Afterpay Arena sits within Sydney Olympic Park, a large, flat, master-planned precinct built for the 2000 Olympics. The area features wide pathways, parkland, waterways, and modern architecture. It’s quiet and well-lit at night, with limited street-level retail but increasing hospitality offerings around the arena and nearby dining precincts. It’s not a traditional inner-city neighbourhood — think open space, event infrastructure, and easy access to transport rather than dense urban streets.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the nearest hotel from Afterpay Arena?
The closest bookable option is Metawisebnb Executive 2-bedroom Stadium View Apartment W Parking, at a 6-minute walk from the venue.
Is parking available at the hotels?
Metawisebnb Executive 2-bedroom Stadium View Apartment W Parking includes parking. Other hotels do not list parking availability in the provided information — contact them directly to confirm.
Are these hotels suitable for families?
Quest At Sydney Olympic Park and Meriton Suites Carter Street offer apartment-style accommodation with kitchen facilities, which may suit families. Other hotels are standard room-based — suitability depends on group size and needs.
Should I book early?
Yes — concerts at Afterpay Arena draw strong local and interstate demand, and nearby hotels often fill quickly. Book as soon as your plans are confirmed.
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.