Meet an airport hotel with a very different vibe

It is fair to say that the Moxy Sydney Airport is not for everyone.

But if you enjoy a lively atmosphere, vibrant shared spaces and fun additions then chances are you'll enjoy it a lot.

Most airport hotels are soulless places with people stressed about having missed a flight, or getting up early enough to catch one.

In contrast, the Moxy Sydney Airport has a fun vibe, with guests clearly enjoying themselves in the colourful, and expansive, shared public spaces.

You check-in at the bar, drop back later for cocktails, when the bar can be rocking.

There are games, shared spaces and fast wifi. I'm told lots of corporates choose to hold meetings here. Mixing work with fun.

I've stayed at a couple of Moxy properties before: in Glasgow and at Milan Malpensa. Both shared the same vibe but were not quite as lively.

Opened 18 months ago, Moxy Sydney Airport has 301 designer rooms, cosy but well-equipped. Make sure you book one with a fridge if you need one as not all offer that facility. Rooms with runway views are also great for plane spotters. 

You'll find Moxy Kitchen, Moxy Bar, Little Baxter Café on the ground floor, along with facilities like meeting rooms of various dimensions, a fitness centre, and a guest laundry.

Look out for points of difference like a retro photo booth, the signature pink boxing bag in the gym and Moxy bikes available if you want to explore the area pre- or post-flight.

There are colourful artworks throughout, including work by local artists Elliot Rutledge and Evi O.

There are a variety of room styles, including family rooms with bunks, and room rates start from a very fair $219.

Free airport shuttle are available to either domestic or international terminals and there is also a shuttle to Mascot Station for those heading to the city. Services run every 20 minutes to the domestic terminal (4.45am to 10.50pm - very handy for our early flight) and to the international terminal (5am to 10.50pm).

Valet parking costs $25 for eight hours and $40 for overnight.

If you are prepared to self park then Stay a night you can park your car for five nights for free.

Moxy Sydney Airport’s new Park, Stay & Fly package is perfect for travellers seeking secure, hassle-free airport parking paired with a stylish stay and inclusive return airport shuttle.

The news is all good for locals who need their car at the airport for their return.

The car park is covered with 24/7 CCTV surveillance for extra peace of mind. The deal includes a free shuttle ride to the airport and back and, after your five free nights, you can choose from daily rates starting at $15, weekly rates from $100, or save up to 20% on extended monthly stays.

Travellers who are part of the Marriott Bonvoy group can unlock extra perks.

See www.moxysydneyairport.com +61 2 9132 4800.

* Moxy Sydney Airport will be joined by a second Moxy location in the city on Pitt Street in Sydney CBD later this year.

# The writer was a guest of Moxy Sydney Airport