University of Sydney

The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university, established in 1850, and remains one of the country’s most recognisable academic institutions. Located in Camperdown, close to Broadway and the inner west, the campus is known for its sandstone architecture, historic quadrangle, research facilities and strong academic reputation across a wide range of disciplines.

The university welcomes students, academics, researchers, families, alumni and conference guests throughout the academic year. For visitors travelling from interstate or overseas, Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport offers a well-connected Mascot stay with access to Sydney Airport, Mascot Station and the University of Sydney campus via Central and Broadway.

A useful stay for families, academics and visiting guests

University visits can be more involved than a quick appointment. Families may be helping students settle in, prospective students may be attending open days, and academics may be travelling for research, conferences or faculty meetings. Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport gives guests a comfortable place to return to after a full day on campus, with modern accommodation, on-site parking and hotel dining close at hand.

Guests can start the day with breakfast at Sirocco, return for dinner or drinks at Biggles Bar & Grill, or make use of in-room dining after a late arrival or long day across the city. For business or academic travellers, the hotel’s meeting and event spaces can also support smaller gatherings, planning sessions or work-related stays.

Getting to the University of Sydney from Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport

The University of Sydney’s main Camperdown campus is approximately 20 to 25 minutes by car from Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport, depending on traffic.

By public transport, guests can walk around five minutes to Mascot Station and take the Airport & East Hills Line to Central Station. From Central, the main campus can be reached by walking through Broadway in around 10 to 15 minutes, or by connecting to a short bus service towards City Road or Parramatta Road. Total journey time is generally around 25 to 30 minutes, depending on connections.

Taxi and rideshare services are a convenient option for direct campus access, particularly for guests travelling with luggage or attending early appointments. Parking around Camperdown can be limited, so public transport or rideshare is often the simpler choice.

A connected Mascot stay for University of Sydney visits

For campus tours, graduations, academic travel or family visits, Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport offers a comfortable stay with airport convenience and straightforward access to the University of Sydney.