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Sydney Marathon 2027
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Sun, 29 Aug 2027 · Athletics

Hotels for Sydney Marathon 2027

In Milsons Point, Sydney on Sun, 29 Aug 2027. 75 hotels within 3km — book close and walk back after the show.

Hotels for these dates aren't bookable yet — rooms this far ahead usually open around October 2026. Save this page and check back then for live prices near the start.

About Sydney Marathon 2027

A road marathon that draws runners chasing a personal best alongside first-timers ticking off a bucket-list distance. Runners gather in the cool of dawn, and by the time the sun is properly up, the later finishers are still working their way through the closing kilometres.

Where to stay nearby

Sydney itself is the obvious base, just 2km from the start and finish, with 179 hotels to choose from and easy access to the course by foot or a short taxi ride — handy given the early Sunday start and the road closures that come with it. Blacktown, about 29km out, offers a smaller pool of 15 hotels and suits those happy to travel in on race morning or who are staying further west for other reasons. For most runners and spectators, staying centrally in Sydney will make the logistics of an early start and a point-to-point course considerably easier.

Sydney — about 2 km away

Sydney puts you within walking distance or a very short trip to the venue, letting you arrive minutes before events and explore the surrounding harbour precincts freely. With 179 hotels across the city, you'll find options for every budget and neighbourhood vibe.

Blacktown — about 29 km away

Blacktown is 29km from Milsons Point and works best if you're happy with a longer commute; regular buses and trains connect the area to central Sydney, though you'll need to factor in travel time on event days. It offers a quieter base with 15 hotels, useful if you're staying multiple nights and want to escape the city buzz between events.

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The closest hotels to Milsons Point, Sydney

75 within 3km — the nearest 12 shown. Tap any hotel or search to see live availability and prices for Sun, 29 Aug 2027.

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17 Blue Street, North Sydney

0.6km away

Typically fromA$309.80/night
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Citadines Walker North Sydney

Citadines Walker North Sydney

88 Walker Street

0.9km away

Typically fromA$244.08/night
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Pier One Sydney Harbour, Marriott Autograph Collection

Pier One Sydney Harbour, Marriott Autograph Collection

11 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Dawes Point, New South Wales, 2000

0.9km away

Typically fromA$561.39/night
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Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

11 Hickson Road

0.9km away

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Mary MacKillop Place

Mary MacKillop Place

80 William Street

1.0km away

Typically fromA$264.73/night
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Park Hyatt Sydney

Park Hyatt Sydney

7 Hickson Road, 2000

1.0km away

Typically fromA$1,522.69/night
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Neutral Bay Lodge

Neutral Bay Lodge

45 Kurraba Road, Neutral Bay

1.1km away

Typically fromA$221.55/night
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Vibe Hotel North Sydney

Vibe Hotel North Sydney

171 Pacific Highway, 2060

1.1km away

Typically fromA$206.53/night
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Quest North Sydney

Quest North Sydney

223 Miller Street

1.2km away

Typically fromA$281.63/night
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Sydney Harbour Hotel

Sydney Harbour Hotel

55 George Street

1.3km away

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Rydges North Sydney

Rydges North Sydney

54 Mclaren Street, 2060

1.3km away

Typically fromA$236.57/night
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Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels

Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels

34 Harrington Street

1.5km away

Typically fromA$407.43/night
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History

The Sydney Marathon has risen with remarkable speed from a well-regarded local race to the newest of the world's elite marathons. In 2025 it was admitted to the Abbott World Marathon Majors as the seventh member of the series, joining Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York, and the first in the Southern Hemisphere.

Its appeal is a course that ranks among the most scenic in distance running: the route crosses the Sydney Harbour Bridge, threads through the city and finishes beside the Sydney Opera House at Circular Quay, with the harbour a constant companion. Held in the Australian late winter, when the city is cool and clear, it draws a fast-growing international field chasing a Majors finisher medal.

Because the field is capped and entry runs through a ballot, and because Sydney is a compact harbour city, demand for the weekend is intense and accommodation goes quickly.

Records & quirks

  • The Sydney Marathon became the seventh Abbott World Marathon Major in 2025.
  • It is the first World Marathon Major in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • The 2027 race is scheduled for Sunday 29 August.
  • The course crosses the Sydney Harbour Bridge and finishes near the Opera House.
  • The other Majors are Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York.
  • Entry is largely through a ballot, as the field is capped.

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