Best Family-Friendly Stays in Abbotsbury, Sydney
Abbotsbury sits in western Sydney, and the family stays listed under it are mostly big, practical hotels with free parking rather than boutique places. Crossroads Hotel has a bistro and a sports bar, Quest Bella Vista offers apartments with kitchens, and Blue Cattle Dog Hotel includes a continental breakfast. Further choices bring a pool, such as Rydges Bankstown, Atura Blacktown and Mercure Sydney Liverpool. This page sets out how I would choose between them, using only what each stay lists for families, and I flag where the location is not clear.
Abbotsbury is a suburb in western Sydney. The family stays listed here spread across the wider western and south-western areas of the city, including Blacktown, Parramatta, Liverpool, Bankstown and Warwick Farm, so check each address before you book.
Where to stay
Kitchens, breakfast and pools for families
A family in western Sydney usually wants three things from a hotel: free parking, somewhere easy to eat and either a kitchen or a pool. The stays below are grouped by which of these they give you, so you can match them to your trip.
If you want to cook, Quest Bella Vista is the stay I would look at first. It is an apartment hotel rated 9.0 from 1,568 reviews, with a kitchen in each unit, some units with balconies, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a gym, a restaurant, a bar and an airport shuttle. A family gets the space of an apartment with hotel services on hand. Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta also lists full kitchens and spacious living, plus an indoor pool, a gym and a spa, and it is described as kid-friendly and accessible, which helps with prams.
For a simple, well-reviewed hotel with a meal on site, Crossroads Hotel is the most reviewed stay here, at 8.4 from 3,420 reviews. It has a casual pub with a sports bar, a bistro serving seafood, Italian and pan-Asian dishes, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and free parking. Blue Cattle Dog Hotel gives a family a free continental breakfast, a large restaurant and sports bar, a kitchen for convenience, free parking and an accessible building. Pritchard's Hotel has air-conditioned rooms, dining, a bar and gaming facilities, with local amenities and public transport a short walk away.
If the children want to swim, the pool stays are the ones to check. Rydges Bankstown has an outdoor pool with a sundeck, an informal restaurant and a bar. Atura Blacktown has an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a lobby restaurant. Mercure Sydney Liverpool has an outdoor pool and is connected to a sports complex with an ice rink, restaurants and bars, which gives children something to do beyond the pool. El Toro Hotel is the budget choice, with an outdoor pool, a Mexican eatery, and kitchens in some rooms.
For a family that wants to spend more, The William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm - MGallery Collection is the standout, rated 9.0 from 1,387 reviews, with a rooftop outdoor pool, a full-service spa, river views, terrace dining and free parking. Holiday Inn Warwick Farm by IHG sits a step lower at 8.6, with an outdoor pool, a hot tub, an art deco restaurant and two bars. Both are smoke-free and list accessible features. I would use them for a weekend where the hotel is part of the trip, not just a place to sleep.
A traveler's takeFor a family of four who want to cook and spread out, I would book Quest Bella Vista, because the kitchen and balcony units mean fewer restaurant bills. For a family with a child who wants a pool and a family meal in one place, I would choose Rydges Bankstown or Mercure Sydney Liverpool. If you want a quiet, higher-end weekend, my pick is The William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm, for the rooftop pool.
Family-friendlyBest Western Casula
★4.7Family-friendly motel with free WiFi, parking, and on-site dining
Why guests love itBest Western Casula is a straightforward motel for families who want a practical, well-equipped stay. Rooms have air conditioning, some have a kitchen, and there are accessible rooms, a casual restaurant and a coin-operated laundry, with free Wi-Fi and free parking. About 380 guests rate it an unusually high 9.4. Our editorial advice: pick a kitchen room for longer stays and use the laundry to travel light.
Family-friendlyThe William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm - MGallery Collection
★4.5Upscale hotel with river views, rooftop pool, and full-service spa
Why guests love itThe William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm is a five-star MGallery property with river views and a rooftop outdoor pool. It has a full-service spa, a fitness centre, terrace dining, free Wi-Fi and free parking, and the whole property is smoke-free. The listing describes it as family-friendly. More than 1,300 guests rate it 9.0. My advice: book it when pool and spa time matter more than city sightseeing.
Family-friendlyHoliday Inn Sydney St Marys by IHG
★4.5Family-friendly hotel with multiple dining options and a fitness center
Why guests love itI recommend Holiday Inn Sydney St Marys by IHG to families who want plenty of choice at mealtimes in western Sydney. The hotel lists four restaurants and five bars, plus a gym, and some rooms and suites have a kitchen for simple meals with children. Parking and WiFi are free, a full-service laundry helps on longer trips, and Waterstone Grill is a minute's walk away. Guests rate it 9.0 from more than 400 reviews.
Family-friendlyQuest Bella Vista
★4.5Family-friendly apartment hotel with balconies, a gym, and a restaurant
Why guests love itI recommend Quest Bella Vista to families who want an apartment hotel with a kitchen in each unit. Casual units suit families, and some have private balconies. A gym, a restaurant and a bar are on site, and free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an airport shuttle are included. Guests rate it 9.0 from nearly 1,600 reviews, a very high score for a practical, family-friendly stay.
Family-friendlyMercure Sydney Liverpool
★4.4Modern hotel with an outdoor pool, connected to a sports complex
Why guests love itMercure Sydney Liverpool suits families who want things to do without leaving the building, because the hotel is connected to a sports complex with an ice rink, several restaurants and bars. There is an outdoor pool for warmer afternoons, plus free Wi-Fi and parking. About 1,000 guests rate it 8.8. Our editorial advice: book it for a rink session and an easy dinner on site, and ask for a room away from the busy complex side if your children sleep early.
Family-friendlyGladius Hotel & Suites
★4.4Contemporary 5-star hotel with kitchenettes, a fitness centre, and chic bar
Why guests love itGladius Hotel & Suites is a contemporary five-star option for families who want comfort and a little independence. The rooms are streamlined, some have kitchenettes, and there is a fitness centre, a restaurant, a chic bar and parking. It is smoke-free and accessible, with free Wi-Fi. About 290 guests rate it 8.8. Our editorial advice: pick a kitchenette room for longer stays and eat in the restaurant when you want an easy evening.
Family-friendlyHoliday Inn Warwick Farm by IHG
★4.3Refined rooms with an outdoor pool, hot tub, and art deco dining
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Warwick Farm is the more polished pick for families in this part of Sydney. The outdoor pool and hot tub give children and parents somewhere to relax, there is a fitness centre, an art deco restaurant and two bars, and Wi-Fi and parking are free. It is smoke-free and accessible. About 940 guests rate it 8.6. Our editorial advice: use the pool before dinner and book the restaurant on your first night.
Family-friendlyAtura Blacktown
★4.2Modern hotel with an outdoor pool and family-friendly amenities
Why guests love itAtura Blacktown is a modern stay in Prospect, a short drive from Raging Waters Sydney and Featherdale Wildlife Park, which is what many families come for. Every room has a kitchenette and looks over the garden or the pool, and there is a swimming pool, a bar and a restaurant. Rated 8.3 by almost 1,500 guests. Our editorial advice: plan the theme park or wildlife day by car and return for a pool swim.
Family-friendlyCrossroads Hotel
★4.2Family-friendly hotel with a sports bar and diverse dining options
Why guests love itThe Crossroads Hotel is a family-friendly pub and bistro in Abbotsbury. The sports bar suits anyone who wants to catch a game, while the bistro menu covers seafood, Italian and pan-Asian dishes, so a mixed group can usually find something. Rooms are air-conditioned, and Wi-Fi and parking are free. Guests rate it 8.4 from over 3,400 reviews. Expect pub-hotel energy rather than quiet.
Family-friendlyRydges Bankstown
★4.2Relaxed hotel with an outdoor pool, restaurant, and bar in Abbotsbury
Why guests love itRydges Bankstown is a relaxed four-star hotel where the outdoor pool and sundeck are the draw for families. There is an informal restaurant and a bar, air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking, so evenings are easy. More than 1,000 guests rate it 8.4. Our editorial advice: plan the pool for the late afternoon, eat in the restaurant on arrival night to save energy, and bring the car, since parking costs nothing.
Family-friendlyMeriton Suites Liverpool
★4.2Spacious suites with kitchens, an indoor pool, and spa facilities
Why guests love itMeriton Suites Liverpool suits families who want room to spread out. The suites have kitchens and the building offers full-service laundry, an indoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness centre and spa facilities. Westfield Liverpool and public transport are a short walk away. About 330 guests rate it 8.4. Our editorial advice: cook some meals in your suite, use the indoor pool when the weather turns, and shop and eat at Westfield on the way back.
Family-friendlyBlue Cattle Dog Hotel
★4.1Modern rooms with a restaurant, sports bar, and free breakfast
Why guests love itI recommend Blue Cattle Dog Hotel to families who want a simple, practical base in western Sydney. Continental breakfast is included, parking is free, and some rooms have a kitchen, which helps with younger children. The large restaurant and sports bar on site means dinner is sorted without driving, and the rooms have air conditioning and free WiFi. Guests rate it 8.2 from more than 1,200 reviews, and Mamre Road is a four-minute walk away.
Family-friendlyMeriton Suites George Street, Parramatta
★4.1Spacious apartments with kitchens, an indoor pool, and river views
Why guests love itMeriton Suites George Street suits families who like space, because the apartments come with full kitchens and the building has an indoor pool, a gym and a spa. Some suites look over the river, and the property is kid-friendly, smoke-free and accessible. More than 1,000 guests rate it 8.2. Our editorial advice: cook breakfast in your own kitchen, use the indoor pool when the weather is poor, and ask for a river-view suite if the view matters to you.
Family-friendlyPritchard's Hotel
★4.0Family-friendly hotel with dining, gaming, and free parking
Why guests love itPritchard's Hotel is a plain, practical option for families who want a comfortable base without extras. Rooms are bright and air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi and free parking, and there is on-site dining and a bar. Public transport and local amenities are a short walk away. More than 1,000 guests rate it 8.0. Our editorial advice: choose it for convenience and parking, and note that gaming facilities share the venue, so ask about room location if you prefer quiet.
Family-friendlyNightcap at Blue Cattle Dog Hotel
★4.0Family-friendly hotel with a vibrant restaurant and free breakfast
Why guests love itI would pick Nightcap at Blue Cattle Dog Hotel for families on a road trip through western Sydney who want an easy overnight. Breakfast is included, parking and WiFi are free, and the rooms are air-conditioned. The hot tub is a welcome extra after a long drive, and the restaurant and bar on site mean dinner is close at hand, though they draw a lively local crowd. Mamre Road is a few minutes away, and guests rate it 8.0.
Family-friendlyQuest Liverpool
★4.0Contemporary apartments with kitchens, a BBQ area, and fitness room
Why guests love itQuest Liverpool is a self-contained option for families who would rather cook than eat out every night. The contemporary apartments have fully equipped kitchens, and the building adds a BBQ area and a fitness room, plus air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. It has accessible facilities too. About 520 guests rate it 8.0. Our editorial advice: book it for longer stays, shop for groceries on day one and use the BBQ area for easy family dinners.
Family-friendlyRamada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Sydney Cabramatta
★4.0Family-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool and modern dining
Why guests love itRamada Hotel & Suites Sydney Cabramatta works for families who want a pool and the option of cooking. The casual rooms and suites include some with kitchens, and there is an outdoor pool, a modern restaurant and a bar, with free Wi-Fi and free parking. Local transport links are easy to reach. About 480 guests rate it 8.0. Our editorial advice: request a suite with a kitchen for longer stays, and note that it sits outside central Sydney.
Family-friendlyGuildford Hotel
★3.9Family-friendly hotel with an Asian bistro and a lively beer garden
Why guests love itGuildford Hotel is a casual, pub-style base for families who want food and a drink on the doorstep. There is an Asian bistro, a beer garden and a bar on site, plus free Wi-Fi and free parking, and some rooms have a kitchen. About 560 guests rate it 7.8. Our editorial advice: choose a kitchen room if you want flexibility, eat at the bistro on arrival night, and expect the beer garden to be lively.
Family-friendlyEl Toro Hotel
★3.8Family-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool and Mexican dining
Why guests love itEl Toro Hotel is a no-frills, budget-minded base for families who care more about a pool than polish. There is an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a Mexican eatery on site, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and free parking, and some rooms have a kitchen. About 680 guests rate it 7.6. Our editorial advice: ask for a room with a kitchen if you want to cook, and treat the pool and the on-site meals as the easy part of the day.
Local tips
- 1Choose Quest Bella Vista or Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta if you want a kitchen in the room.
- 2Book Rydges Bankstown, Atura Blacktown or Mercure Sydney Liverpool when a pool matters most for the children.
- 3Take Blue Cattle Dog Hotel for the free continental breakfast and the kitchen, with free parking.
- 4Pick Crossroads Hotel for a bistro menu that mixes seafood, Italian and pan-Asian dishes.
- 5Look at The William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm for a rooftop pool and a spa on a longer, higher-budget stay.
- 6Check each stay's exact location before booking, because the ones listed here sit in different western Sydney suburbs.