Hospital area guides
Visiting a hospital can be daunting, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the area or have needed to relocate suddenly. This guide has been created by Hospital Volunteers to help patients, families and carers find helpful local services during their stay.
Our volunteers
Our friendly volunteers are here to help you with finding your way through the hospital, give directions and answer your questions. Information on how to access our volunteer services at your hospital can be found below.
Where to find us
- Entrace 4, opposite TerryWhite Chemmart
- Entrance 9, opposite Westmead Hospital pharmacy
- Entrance 10, near Westmead Children's Hospital emergency department
Contact
Hours
- 8am - 3pm, Monday to Friday
Where to find us
- Hospital main foyer
Contact
Hours
- 10am - 2pm, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Accommodation and short-stay
Listings for hotels, serviced apartments, budget accommodation and charity-supported accommodation, near your attended hospital.
- Availability, costs and eligibility may vary
- Contact accommodation providers directly for current availability and bookings
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 175 Hotel Westmead | 175 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Ibis Budget Hotel Wentworthville | 377-383 Great Western Highway, Wentworthville NSW 2145 |
| Parramatta City Motel | 40-44 Great Western Highway, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Wesley Apartments | 30 Hainsworth Street, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Westmead Accommodation Complex (Casuarina Lodge) | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Melton Hotel | 163 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Auburn Hotel | 43 Queen Street, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Regents Park Hotel | 2A Amy Street, Regents Park NSW 2143 |
| Quest at Sydney Olympic Park | 6 Edwin Flack Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127 |
| Wentworth Hotel | 195 Parramatta Road, Homebush NSW 2140 |
| Royal Oak Hotel Lidcombe | 46 Railway Street, Lidcombe NSW 2141 |
Dining options
Listings for cafés, restaurants and takeaway food options located near your attended Hospital and surrounding suburbs.
- Opening hours may vary, particularly on weekends and public holidays
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| McDonalds Westmead | 100 Briens Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Oporto Westmead | 163-173 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| KFC Northmead | 2 Redbank Road, Northmead NSW 2152 |
| Hungry Jacks Wentworthville | 343-347 Great Western Highway, Wentworthville NSW 2145 |
| Subway Westmead | 167-171 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Mad Toppings Westmead | 6/163-171 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Westmead Tavern | 24-26 Railway Parade, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Westmead Kebab House | 5/29-33 Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| The Cottage Cafe Westmead | 175 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Open House Westmead | 24 Railway Parade, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Junction Cafe Westmead | 151 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Guzman y Gomez Westmead | 160 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| KFC Auburn | 27 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| McDonald's Auburn | 116 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Hungry Jack's Auburn | 289 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Oporto Auburn | 1/100 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Domino's Pizza Auburn | 117 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Expresso Lab Auburn | Shop 4/28B Northumberland Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Piccolo Me Auburn | Building 1/161 Manchester Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Turkuaz Cafe Auburn | 31/35 Queen Street, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Auburn Kebab House | 77 Rawson Street, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Crackalicious Kebab & Grill Auburn | 2 Civic Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| DoorDash | N/A |
| Uber Eats | N/A |
Pharmacies and medical essentials
Listings for pharmacies and chemists located near the hospital, including late-night or extended-hours options where available.
- These services may assist with:
- Prescriptions following discharge
- Medical essentials and supplies
- After-hours medication needs
Please check opening hours before travelling.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Priceline Pharmacy Westmead | Shops 10 and 11 163/171 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Chemsave Day and Night Chemist | Shop 1/108 Station Street, Wentworthville NSW 2145 |
| Chemist Warehouse Parramatta | 202-214 Church Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Kids Plus Chemist | Corner Hawkesbury Road and Hainsworth Street, Westmead NSW 2145 (Westmead Children’s Hospital) |
| Darcy Road Pharmacy | 3/29-33 Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Coles Complex) |
| Terry White Chemmart (inside Westmead adults Hospital) | Corner Darcy Road and Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy 4 Less Auburn | 61 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Cincotta Discount Chemist Auburn | 47-51 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Independent Living Specialist (Mobility aids) | 6/191 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Auburn Central Pharmacy | Shop Q22/57-59 Queen Street, Auburn NSW 2144 (Auburn Central Shopping Centre) |
| Priceline Pharmacy Auburn | 6/8 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Ramadan Compounding Pharmacy | 63 Rawson Street, Auburn NSW 2144 |
Shops and everyday essentials
Listings for supermarkets, shopping centres, convenience stores and other everyday services near your attended hospital.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Westmead shopping Village | 24-26 Railway Parade, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Northmead Shopping Village | 37 Windsor Road, Northmead NSW 2152 |
| Westfield Parramatta | 159-175 Church Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Bunnings Northmead | 1c Redbank Road, Northmead NSW 2152 |
| Coles Westmead | 29-33 Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Westmead Convenience store | 12/74 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| 7-Eleven Northmead | 56 Windsor Rd, Northmead NSW 2152 |
| Speedway Westmead | 67 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Mint Fresh IGA Westmead | Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Outside Children’s Hospital Westmead) |
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Auburn Central | 57-59 Queen Street, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Woolworths Auburn | Corner Queen and Park Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Aldi Auburn | 57-59 Queen Street, Auburn NSW 2144 (Auburn Central) |
| DFO Homebush | 3-5 Underwood Road, Homebush NSW 2140 |
| Medina Indian Supermarket | 3/45 Rawsone Street, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Tong Li Asian Supermarket Auburn | 57-59 Queen Street, Auburn NSW 2144 (Auburn Central) |
| Hamro Asan Bazaar Auburn | Shop 6 10/8 Northumberland Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| DoorDash | N/A |
| Uber Eats | N/A |
Retail Stores
Listings for retail stores which include grocery items, pharmacy services, gifts and newsagents.
Opening hours can vary on weekend and public holidays.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Zouki Westmead | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
| Westmead Hospital Florist | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
| TerryWhite Chemmart | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
| Westmead Eyes Optometrist | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
| EFM Health Club Westmead | Westmead Hospital |
| Elias George Hair Salon | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
| Westmead Hospital Post Office | Shop 206/166-174 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| EzyMart Westmead | Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 (Entrance 4) |
Health, wellbeing and support services
Listings for nearby health and wellbeing services, medical centres, mental health services and urgent care clinics near your attended hospital.
These services operate independently of Westmead Hospital.
Please contact providers directly for appointments and opening hours.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Westmead Private Hospital | 12 Mons Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Westmead Medical Centre | 160 Bridge Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Parramatta Medicare Mental Health Centre | Suite 1/150 George Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Wellbe Counselling and Psychology | Suite 803, 8/33 Argyle Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Westmead Medicare Urgent Care Clinic | 122-128 Station Street, Wentworthville NSW 2145 |
| The Skin Hospital | 7 Ashley Lane, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NAS Advanced Medical Centre | 79 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Auburn Healthcare Centre | 4a Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Headspace Ashfield | Level 2/320 Liverpool Road, Ashfield NSW 2131 |
| Burwood Medicare Urgent Care Clinic | 8 Elsie Street, Burwood NSW 2134 |
Charity and community support
Listings for nearby community and charity organisations that may provide support to individuals and families experiencing illness, hardship or sudden relocation near your attended hospital.
Support may include:
- Practical assistance
- Emergency relief
- Community support services
Availability and eligibility may vary depending on individual circumstances.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Vinnies | 583 Church Street, North Parramatta NSW 2151 |
| Salvos | 29 Castle Street, North Parramatta NSW 2151 |
| Sohas Charity | 47 Wentworth Ave, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | 1 Labyrinth Way, Westmead NSW 2145 |
You can find multiple community, support and charity services through the Cumberland City Council's community information directory page
Faith, reflection and quiet spaces
Listings for nearby places of worship, meditation centres and community spaces located near the hospital near your attended hospital.
All are listed to support diverse needs and backgrounds.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Parish Westmead | 14 Ralph Street, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| St Barnabas Anglican Church Westmead | 75 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Westmead Church Parramatta Mission | 175 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 |
| Parramatta Mosque | Unit 40/150 Marsden Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Sydney Murugan Temple | 217 Great Western Highway, Mays Hill NSW 2145 |
Find various religious organisations, services and places of worship through the Cumberland City Council's community information directory page.
These include Christian (multiple denominations), Bahai, Buddhist, Hindi, Muslim, Scientology and Sikhism.
Leisure, parks and local activities
Listings for nearby parks, attractions and activities that may offer a break, located near the hospital near your attended hospital.
These options may be helpful for:
- Families with children
- Visitors spending extended time in the area
- Short breaks during long hospital stays
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parramatta Park | Pitt Street and Macquarie Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Powerhouse Parramatta | 34/47 Phillip Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park | 217 Kildare Road, Doonside NSW 2767 |
| Wentworthville Swimming Centre | 115 Dunmore Street, Wentworthville NSW 2145 |
| Event Cinemas Parramatta | 159-175 Church Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Riverside Theatres Parramatta | 353 Church Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| Raging Waters Sydney | 427 Reservoir Road, Prospect NSW 2148 |
| Skyline Drive In Blacktown | Cricketers Arms Road, Blacktown NSW 2148 |
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre | Church Street, Lidcombe NSW 2141 |
| Auburn Botanic Gardens | Chisholm Road and Chiswick Road, Auburn NSW 2144 |
| Bicentennial Park | Sydney Olymic Park NSW 2127 |
Transport
Visit Transport for NSW trip planner page for more information on:
- Catching buses, trains, light rail or ferry's
- Public transport timetables
- Service outages and delays