Popular places to visit
Circular Quay
Trains, buses and boats all make a bee-line for Circular Quay, a place at the heart of Sydney's journeying – and so should you.
Sydney Opera House
The bold lines of the Sydney Opera House speak more about Sydney than any other part of this cosmopolitan city of four million.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
A colossus of engineering, the Harbour Bridge brings the pieces of Sydney together, and offers you a different perspective on the city's wide-angle drama.
Manly Beach
Lying just a ferry-ride away, on the north shore of Sydney's harbour, Manly will soon have you surfing and swimming – or just watching others getting all-manly.
Star Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Star Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Qudos Bank Arena
Catch an event at Qudos Bank Arena during your trip to Sydney. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Sydney: Morning or Afternoon Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
Our pick of the best Maroota Hotel Deals
Quest Bella Vista
Room spacious and clean, small changes needed and handled well by staff. Will be back
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Mantra Ettalong Beach
Clean room but there was no frying pan or pot in the kitchen.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Checkers Resort & Conference Centre
Good hotel for the location and price.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
ibis Sydney Thornleigh
We enjoyed our stay. Didn’t encounter any issues at all. Comfy bed, functional shower with more than decent water pressure. Staff were always very friendly and polite, willing to help. Will stay again, if needed. Thank you.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Visy Dior Hotel
Very professional staff services and the room was very cozy and immaculate. The food at the restaurant was awesome.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley by IHG
Clean rooms. Friendly service. Excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maroota
Wisemans Ferry
You'll enjoy the cafes and riverfront in Wisemans Ferry. You might want to make time for a stop at Hawkesbury River or Wisemans Ferry Golf Club.
Canoelands
Travellers like the parks in Canoelands, and Marramarra National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cattai
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Cattai. You might want to make time for a stop at Hawkesbury River or Cattai National Park.
Ebenezer
You'll enjoy the wineries and parks in Ebenezer. You might want to make time for a stop at Hawkesbury River or Tizzana Winery.
Glenorie
Travellers like the parks in Glenorie, and Wollemi National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Wilberforce
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Wilberforce. You might want to make time for a stop at The Australiana Pioneer Village or Hawkesbury River.
