Hotels near Afterpay Arena for The Wiggles
Sorted by distance to Afterpay Arena — each room priced against Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Trip.com and Hotels.com
What is The Wiggles?
Australia’s most beloved family entertainment group are back with their most dazzling live show yet, ‘The Wiggles’ Sparkle! BIG SHOW’ , a dazzling new national arena tour set to transform venues across the country into magical worlds of music, colour, lights and of course, lots of sparkle!
Packed with larger-than-life performances, immersive visual effects, breathtaking costumes and non-stop musical fun, The Wiggles’ Sparkle! BIG SHOW promises to be one of Australia’s biggest family entertainment events of 2026 a must-see experience for children, parents and grandparents alike.
Sharing the stage in an extraordinary coming together of generations, culture, creativity and style is Anthony and Lucia (Blue Wiggles), Tsehay and Evie (Yellow Wiggles), Simon and Caterina (Red Wiggles), and Lachy and John (Purple Wiggles) in one dazzling celebration of music, dance and pure Wiggly fun.
The excitement continues with a star-studded lineup of beloved Wiggly friends, including Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Captain Feathersword and the much-loved viral favourite, the Tree of Wisdom. Bursting with colour, energy and unforgettable surprises, the show promises magical moments, joyful singalongs and treasured family memories from the opening note to the final curtain call.
Description from afterpayarena.com.au.
Which hotels are closest to Afterpay Arena?
The closest bookable hotel to Afterpay Arena for The Wiggles 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 19 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 The Wiggles?
Book the night of Friday, 19 December 2026. Families typically arrive earlier in the day to settle in before the show, so check-in from midday or early afternoon is advisable. There’s no need to book additional nights — the event is a single-day performance.
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 — ideal for families with tired children or a pushchair. Novotel Sydney Olympic Park (14 min), Quest At Sydney Olympic Park (10 min), and ibis budget Sydney Olympic Park (10 min) are also convenient. Note that none of the provided information mentions shuttle services, parking availability beyond the one Metawisebnb listing, or public transport links — families arriving by car should confirm parking directly with their chosen property.
Where do you eat and drink after the show?
After the show ends, families can walk back to nearby hotels or find casual dining options within the Olympic Park precinct. Food outlets in the area tend to close shortly after major events conclude, so plan for a simple meal or snacks before returning to the hotel for an early night.
What is the area around Afterpay Arena like?
Afterpay Arena sits within the Sydney Olympic Park precinct — a spacious, flat, family-oriented area with wide pathways, green spaces, and clear signage. It’s designed for accessibility and crowd movement, making it manageable with young children and pushchairs. The surrounding neighbourhood is low-rise and purpose-built for events and accommodation, with limited street-level retail or residential character — most amenities are venue- or hotel-based.
Frequently asked questions
Is any hotel suitable for young children?
All listed hotels are in the family-focused Olympic Park precinct and are within walking distance of the arena. However, suitability for young children depends on specific facilities — only the event type notes that families seek pools and breakfast inclusion; no individual hotel details about child amenities (e.g., cots, kids’ menus, play areas) are provided in the data.
Do any of these hotels offer family rooms or connecting rooms?
The data does not specify room configurations for any hotel. The event type indicates families seek family or connecting rooms, but this preference is not confirmed as available at any listed property.
How far is the walk with a pushchair?
Walk times are given as total duration, not distance — e.g., Metawisebnb is 6 minutes’ walk, ibis budget and Quest are each 10 minutes’ walk. These times assume standard pedestrian pace and terrain; the Olympic Park precinct is flat and pushchair-friendly, but exact path conditions (e.g., ramps, surface quality) are not described.
Is breakfast included?
The data does not state whether breakfast is included at any hotel. The event type notes families seek breakfast inclusion, but this feature is not confirmed for any listed property.
When should we book?
Book as early as possible — The Wiggles concerts attract high demand from families, and accommodation near Olympic Park fills quickly, especially for single-night stays on event dates.
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.