Mantra Parramatta  

In the heart of Parramatta, minutes from Parramatta Park and St Patrick's Cathedral and tucked into the city's busy business and retail centre. Steps from Parramatta Train Station and a short drive to ANZ Stadium, Olympic Park at Homebush Bay and Rosehill Gardens Racecourse; about 45 minutes from Sydney Airport.

A 4.5-star apartment hotel with roughly 230 rooms including studios, Spa Rooms, suites and one- and two-bedroom apartments. Rooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, cable TV and broadband; apartments add kitchenettes, laundry facilities and private balconies. Spacious layouts and Spa Room options make it a solid pick for longer stays.

Heated outdoor pool, full spa complex (sauna, steam room and massage facilities), and a well-equipped gym. On-site concierge and 24-hour reception, guest laundry and undercover parking (fee applies). Wake up to city views from balcony rooms and unwind poolside after a day in Parramatta.

Three meeting rooms (Gold, Silver and Bronze) with conference facilities for up to 200 delegates, 24-hour front desk support and high-speed internet access throughout the property.

On-site restaurant, bar and café serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus 24-hour room service for late arrivals or long days.