The Ponds Travel Guide
Sydney
Visit The Ponds
Things to do
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Harbour Cultural Cruise with Island Stop
Blue Mountains All-Inclusive Small Tour, Scenic World, Lunch, Koala, Cruise
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
BridgeClimb Summit at Sydney Harbour Bridge
Top hotels in The Ponds
Quest Macquarie Park
"Clean room, good location"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Quest North Sydney
"great stay"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Quest Chatswood
"Room was clean and well appointed. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Hotel is a shortish stroll from the Chatswood Interchange and close to shopping centres and numerous restaurants."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG
"Clean, well located and super helpful staff."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Rydges North Sydney
"Amazing. It is right next door to the new Victoria Cross Metro Station and it is a mere two stops to the heart of Sydney, the Elizabeth Metro Martin just metres from Martin Place. (Excellent if you are headed to the Westfield Tower precinct or like us to a show at the Theatre Royal). The Hotel itself ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Novotel Sydney Olympic Park
"Room service breakfast was the best. Room and bathroom clean and everything was what one would expect from a Novotel Hotel"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Where to stay in The Ponds
Sydney Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
Sydney Olympic Park
Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Qudos Bank Arena while you're exploring the area.
The Rocks
A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.
Parramatta
Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and Riverside Theatres while you're in town.
