St Andrew’s College – On-campus Accommodation
Location: 19 Carillon Avenue, Newtown NSW 2042
St Andrew’s College is a residential college located within the University of Sydney. The College is 4 kilometres away from Sydney CBD, and is in the suburb of Newtown- home to a variety of pubs, cafes and shopping boutiques. Accommodation at St Andrew’s is a truly unique experience. Guests will have the opportunity to relax in the brand-new TRL building, located on the picturesque grounds of the University campus. Convenient Central location, close to supermarkets, bus stops and Newtown train station.
Accommodation Options:
| Price | Room |
|---|---|
| 110 AUD per night per person OR 130 AUD per night per couple (minimum 3 nights required) | Modern Double Room with Shared Bathroom |
| 130 AUD per night per person OR 150 AUD per night per couple | Ensuite Room |
Included:
- Linen, towels
- Room service – 1 light service (change of towels and bins) and 1 full service per week
- Stylish interiors
- Built-in wardrobes
- Mirror and study space in each room
Facilities:
- Gym with dedicated workout zones (heavy weights, cardio, yoga)
- Tennis court that can be used for basketball/netball/tennis
- Lift
- Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access
- Iron and ironing board available (shared)
- Shared kitchenette facility in the Link Foyer
- Laundry facilities
- Lounge area is located on the ground floor. The Link foyer is spacious and bright, with direct access to the outdoor area.
You can see photos of the bedrooms and facilities by clicking on this link: https://events.standrewscollege.edu.au/group-summer-stays/
To express your interest to stay at St Andrew’s, please contact the team at St Andrew’s College and submit a booking request for approval before 30th September: Book Now – St Andrew’s College Events. St Andrew’s events team will reach out to you to confirm your booking in mid September:
- Group ID Code: USYD Chess
- Check-In Date
- Check-Out Date
- How many guests will be staying in the room? If 2, please provide details of the second guest (twin share not available).
- Are any of the guests under 18 years old?
- Arrival Time
- Departure Time
- Is parking required onsite? (limited parking spaces available at the College for an extra cost of $230 per car per stay
For any queries regarding your stay at St Andrew’s, please contact Yulia Alder (Monday – Thursday, 9 – 4pm) at eventsmanager@standrewscollege.edu.au
Sancta Sophia College – On-campus Accommodation
Sancta Sophia College is an accommodation option for participants of the 2026 Australian Chess Championships.
The College is located at 8 Missenden Road, Camperdown, and is popular amongst guests to The University of Sydney due to its proximity to University grounds, and excellent accessibility via public transport from the CBD and other nearby hubs (such as Central, Redfern and Newtown).
Accommodation Options:
| Price | Room |
|---|---|
| 138 AUD per night | Single Ensuite (King single bed; sleeps 1) |
Included:
- Direct access to the University of Sydney
- Free Wi-Fi
- Linen, towels, and regular room servicing
- Shared kitchen facilities, and Rooftop Terrace with city views
Please note that parking is not available and meals are not included.
For more information and to book your stay at Sancta, please contact Hayden Edwards at conference@sancta.edu.au with the full details of your intended stay. Availability is limited and booking early is strongly encouraged.