Marco Polo Motor Inn - Sydney

What Marco Polo Motor Inn - Sydney does

Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney is a privately held, family-owned 3.5-star motor inn located at 42-44 Parramatta Road, Summer Hill, in Sydney's Inner West, approximately 6km from Sydney CBD and 7-8km from Sydney Olympic Park. Operated by T68 Pty Ltd as trustee for The T68 Family Trust, the property has run for over 40 years with a current headcount of six employees. The accommodation portfolio comprises standard rooms, deluxe rooms, and family/group configurations accommodating 1 to 5 guests, with rack rates ranging from $145 to $325 per night.

The business runs on a conventional hospitality stack: an RMS Cloud booking engine powers direct reservations and availability management; CBA payment gateway processes credit card transactions; and the property integrates with 12+ OTAs (Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Wotif, Trip.com, Hotelbeds, Traveloka, and others). Core amenities include free secure undercover parking, high-speed NBN WiFi, 24-hour check-in reception, daily housekeeping, soundproofed rooms, a rooftop terrace with city skyline views, and in-room conveniences such as reverse-cycle air conditioning, Foxtel cable TV, and keyless card entry. There is no proprietary technology platform or AI/ML capability evidenced in the operating stack.

Revenue is generated primarily through nightly accommodation sales, supplemented by ancillary streams including second-vehicle parking ($30/night), non-guest parking, late check-in surcharges ($35 per 2 hours), incidental deposits, smoking violation fees, and extra cleaning charges. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer with a 10% direct booking discount and best rate guarantee, supplemented by OTA distribution and event-specific landing pages targeting Sydney Olympic Park events, CBD access, and airport/cruise transit stays. Customer segments are diversified across families, solo travelers, sports teams, business travelers, transit passengers, and school groups, with no single anchor account driving concentration.

Name

Marco Polo Motor Inn - Sydney

Legal name

T68 Pty Ltd A/S The Trustee for The T68 Family Trust trading as Marco Polo Sydney Hotel

Website

https://marcopolosydney.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney is a privately owned 3.5-star motor inn in Summer Hill, Inner West Sydney, offering 1-5 guest rooms from $145/night with free undercover parking, 24-hour reception, and distribution via direct booking and 12+ OTAs serving leisure, sports, business, and transit travelers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Budget Hotel Accommodation

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Interior-Corridor Motor Inns (THAGAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Independent Budget & Limited-Service Hotels (THAGABAN)

Keywords

• Hotel accommodation services
• Motor inn rooms
• Budget hotel sydney
• Group accommodation bookings
• Hotel parking amenities

Headquarters

HQ city

Summer Hill

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Nightly Accommodation: Primary revenue stream from nightly room rentals. Offers various room types from single rooms to family rooms accommodating up to 5 guests. Additional charges apply for extra vehicles beyond the first, early/late check-in/out, and weekend surcharges.
2. Parking Fees (Non-Guests): Parking fees charged to non-guests for onsite secure undercover parking ($30 per night for second vehicle of guests, and standard parking rates for non-guests).
3. Incidentals and Fees: Additional revenue from incidental deposits, credit card pre-authorizations, smoking violation fees ($500), extra cleaning charges ($50 per hour), and visitor stay fees ($40 per day after 1 hour).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney operates a 3.5-star motor inn offering nightly accommodation across Standard and Deluxe room categories for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups of up to 5 guests. The property bundles accommodation with free secure undercover parking, free NBN WiFi, daily housekeeping, 24-hour reception, and on-site amenities such as a rooftop terrace. It also provides dedicated group accommodation services for sports teams, school excursions, and corporate groups visiting Sydney CBD and Sydney Olympic Park venues.

Product overview

Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney is a 3.5-star motor inn accommodation offering a range of Standard and Deluxe rooms. The product portfolio includes Standard Rooms (Single, Queen, Queen+Single), Deluxe Rooms (Single, Queen, Queen+Single, Queen+Double, Queen+2 Single, Queen+Double+Single, Queen+3 Single), and Group Accommodation services. The hotel operates as a unified accommodation service with bundled amenities including free secure undercover parking, high-speed WiFi, 24-hour check-in reception, daily housekeeping, rooftop terrace, guest laundry, and luggage storage. Additional offerings include Early Bird and Long Stay discount programs. The property positions itself between Sydney CBD and Olympic Park, with direct booking as the primary distribution channel alongside third-party booking partners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard Rooms Budget-friendly accommodation options including Single Room (1 queen bed from $145/night), Queen Room (1 queen bed from $155/night), and Queen + Single Room (1 queen + 1 single bed from $205/night). All standard rooms include ensuite bathroom, reverse-cycle air conditioning, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, microwave, toaster, kettle, and daily housekeeping. Targeted at solo travelers, couples, and small groups.
• Deluxe Rooms Upgraded accommodation with premium amenities including Deluxe Single Room (from $195/night), Deluxe Queen Room (from $205/night), Deluxe Queen + Single (from $245/night), Deluxe Queen + Double (from $285/night), Deluxe Queen + 2 Single (from $285/night), Deluxe Queen + Double + Single (from $325/night), and Deluxe Queen + 3 Single (from $325/night). Deluxe rooms feature upgraded finishes, modern furnishings, and additional comfort features, accommodating up to 5 guests.
• Group Accommodation Flexible room configurations for groups of 3-5 guests, including sports teams, corporate groups, school excursions, tour groups, and family gatherings. Features group booking rates, flexible room allocations, and convenient transport access to Sydney Olympic Park and CBD. The hotel has provided group accommodation for sports fans, players, and club members for over four decades.
• Free Secure Undercover Parking Complimentary onsite secure undercover parking for guests. Parking is available on the ground floor and first floor, located steps from rooms. Protects vehicles from weather elements including sun, rain, wind, and hail, and includes 24/7 security monitoring. Non-guest parking also available at standard rates.
• 24-Hour Check-In Reception Round-the-clock front desk reception with late check-in options for arriving guests. Check-ins after 11 PM incur a surcharge of $35 for every 2 hours. Staff-assisted phone reservations also available at +61 2 8880 8320, +61 2 9037 9888, and mobile +61 410 113 288.
• Daily Housekeeping Daily room cleaning service including thorough room cleaning, fresh linens and towels, bathroom cleaning and disinfection, waste disposal, and attention to detail. Follows NSW Health and Safety Standards.
• Rooftop Terrace Rooftop terrace with panoramic city views of Sydney's skyline including Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Sydney Harbour. Features comfortable seating and is available for relaxation and special occasion celebrations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Save $50+/night on parking compared to CBD hotels
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Booking.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor online travel agency providing global distribution for hotel rooms. One of the primary OTA partners listed on the hotel's website with logo placement in booking partners section.
• ExpediacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal online travel company distributing hotel rooms through Expedia.com and related brands.
• AgodacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAsia-focused online travel agency providing room distribution, particularly relevant for international travelers to Australia.
• Trip.comminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese online travel platform expanding reach to Asian markets.
• WotifcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian-focused OTA with strong domestic market presence.
• Hotels.comminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPart of Expedia Group, provides additional distribution channel.
• TripAdvisorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTravel review and booking platform with global reach.
• TravelokaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSoutheast Asia-focused travel platform increasing international visibility.
• HotelbedsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorB2B hotel distribution company providing wholesale room access to travel agents and tour operators.
• Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA)coreTechnology or IntegrationPayment gateway provider enabling credit card and debit card processing for guest payments and pre-authorizations.
• RMS CloudcoreTechnology or IntegrationCloud-based property management and booking system powering the hotel's direct website bookings, reservations, and availability management.
• NBN (National Broadband Network)coreTechnology or IntegrationAustralian government-owned wholesale broadband network providing high-speed internet access throughout the hotel property.
• Joondalup City HotelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated hotel partnership with Joondalup City Hotel in Western Australia, indicated as a sister/partner property.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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