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AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney
In a prime location in the Surry Hills district of Sydney, AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney is located a 6-minute walk from Sydney Central Station, 0.8 miles from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and a...
Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney
Well located in the center of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is within a 9-minute walk of Sydney Central Station and 0.6 miles of Sydney International Convention Centre.
The Pacific House
The Pacific House features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Sydney. With free WiFi, this 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.
Wake Up! Bondi Beach
Located seconds from the sand and surf, Wake Up! Bondi Beach features a rooftop terrace furnished with umbrellas and deck chairs and has panoramic views of Bondi Beach, the coastline and its...
Little Coogee Hotel
Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.
Tequila Sunrise Potts Point
Awake to free breakfast each morning at Tequila Sunrise Potts Point. This hostel is just 2 minutes’ walk from Kings Cross Station and several bars, clubs and restaurants.
Wake Up! Sydney Central
Located opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central features a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities.
YHA Sydney Harbour
The award-winning YHA Sydney Harbor features spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Harbor.
Stoke Beach House
Looking for more than the average hotel experience? You’re in the right place!
Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney
Featuring a terrace, Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney is located in Sydney in the New South Wales region, a 11-minute walk from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 0.6 miles from Art Gallery of New South...
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,967 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,647 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 944 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,337 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 3,243 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,516 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,941 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 560 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,305 reviews
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Cozy M Hostel
Woolloomooloo, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 726 reviewsOffering free WiFi, a shared lounge and Kitchen facility, Cozy M Hostel is located 10 minutes' walk from the bars, restaurants and clubs of Kings Cross.
From $107.44 per nightSydney Central Inn
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 644 reviewsSydney Central Inn occupies a heritage building in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District). It offers free WiFi, shared kitchen, shared lounge area and laundry facilities.
From $141.72 per nightYHA Sydney Harbour
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,941 reviewsThe award-winning YHA Sydney Harbor features spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Harbor.
From $210.93 per night790 on George Backpackers
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,967 reviewsIn a convenient location in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), this backpacker hostel has free WiFi, shared kitchen and laundry facilities, plus air-conditioned rooms with secure lockers.
From $86.47 per nightYHA Sydney Central
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,305 reviewsThis award-winning hostel, with indoor pool is housed in a heritage listed building opposite Central Station in Sydney CBD (Central Business District).
From $193.53 per nightLord Wolseley Hotel
Ultimo, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviewsLocated in Sydney, within a 14-minute walk of Australian National Maritime Museum and 0.8 miles of The Star Event Centre, Lord Wolseley Hotel provides accommodations with a garden and a bar, and free...
From $98.87 per nightThe Social Hotel, Sydney
Darlinghurst, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 672 reviewsFeaturing a rooftop terrace with views of Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge, The Social Hotel, Sydney offers accommodations in the trendy Darlinghurst district.
Wake Up! Sydney Central
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviewsLocated opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central features a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities.
From $124.58 per night
Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Sydney and nearby
Nomads Sydney
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviewsNomads Sydney is in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District). It is 2 minutes’ walk from the famous Darling Harbor and several cafes, bars and nightlife options.
From $96.12 per nightHighfield Private Hotel
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.7Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 413 reviewsHighfield Hotel offers private room with access to free WiFi and a shared kitchen. Kings Cross Railway Station is a 3-minute walk away.
From $129.64 per nightOriginal Backpackers
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 602 reviewsSet in a refurbished Victorian-style mansion, Original Backpackers offers free unlimited Wi-Fi . Guests have access to a large shared kitchen and a communal lounge area with cable TV and Netflix.
Mad Monkey East Side
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviewsMad Monkey East Side is all about location - right in the midst of Kings Cross with bars, restaurants & cafes all around.
From $93.54 per nightMad Monkey Downtown
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 545 reviewsHead up to our fantastic rooftop for skyline views and sunny vibes, or unwind in our charming courtyard – both perfect spots for mingling and making new friends.
From $91.57 per nightMad Monkey Broadway
Chippendale, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 760 reviewsMad Monkey Broadway is located less than 10 minutes' walk from the University of Technology Sydney. Guests enjoy access to free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms have a shared bathroom.
From $75.80 per nightLittle Drifter Surry Hills
SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 333 reviewsJust 10 minutes’ walk from Central Railway Station, All rooms offer bed linen. The Little Drifter Surry Hills is just yards from bus stops offering bus services to Sydney’s top attractions.
From $213.56 per nightLittle Drifter Bondi
Bondi, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviewsLocated just 2 minutes' walk from world famous Bondi Beach, Little Drifter Bondi Beach offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms.
From $164.79 per night
Save money on hostels in Sydney and nearby – budget options available
PodBed Coogee Beachside
Coogee, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 521 reviewsPodBed Coogee Beachside in Sydney provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From $71.19 per nightBoarding House in Center of City
Ultimo, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviewsWell set in the Ultimo district of Sydney, Boarding House in Center of City is located a 11-minute walk from Sydney Central Station, 1.1 miles from Sydney International Convention Centre and 1.4 miles...
Pad Hostel
SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 73 reviewsPad Hostel in Sydney provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.
Bat and Ball Hostel
SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviewsLocated in Sydney, Bat and Ball Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Stay Today Hostel
SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviewsStay Today Hostel is offering accommodations in Sydney. The property is located 3.4 miles from Australian National Maritime Museum, 3.5 miles from The Star Event Centre and 3.6 miles from Sydney...
Leichhardt Centre Comfy Stay
SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 5.1Fair - What previous guests thought, 9 reviewsLocated in Sydney and within 3.4 miles of Australian National Maritime Museum, Leichhardt Centre Comfy Stay features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
Wake Up! Bondi Beach
Bondi, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviewsLocated seconds from the sand and surf, Wake Up! Bondi Beach features a rooftop terrace furnished with umbrellas and deck chairs and has panoramic views of Bondi Beach, the coastline and its surrounds...
From $137.76 per nightLittle Coogee Hotel
Coogee, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,138 reviewsLocated in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.
From $167.95 per night
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Hostels that guests love in Sydney
- Avg. price/night: $124.58Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviewsBest hostel I've ever been in my whole life! Room was clean Common spaces were very big All was super clean A lot of events to meet new peopleGuest review byPasqualeSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $150Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,327 reviewsGreat location and the rooms are clean. Everything in the kitchen and bathroom works well. The staff are approachable, and it's a budget-friendly hostel!Guest review byStephanieSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $150Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,327 reviewsAmazing value and superb location on the city. Much cheaper than other hostels, very small but clean and everyone super friendly. Female only so I felt very safe. En-suite in the dorms as well as bathroom on the hall so plenty of facilities. Kitchen was good size and clean.Guest review byEliseSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 657 reviewsThe hostel has a great location! There’s always at least one staff in case you need any help, free dinner every day and it’s perfect to socialize with other backpackers. All in all a place to recommend!Guest review bySarahSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $150.95Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,516 reviewsProbably one of the best hostel vibes I’ve experienced. Great location, within walking distance to many attractions. The train station, light rail and buses are also close. I liked the various daily social activities the hostel provided and the free breakfast. The dining area is also a great way to meet people and is always lively. Bunk beds are quite big ( much bigger than standard) with curtains, charger and lamp.Guest review bySarahSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $150Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,327 reviewsI was impressed that the hostel seemed clean - with staff cleaning daily, and also AC worked marvellously in my room. Easy check in. Good quiet hostel if you're looking for a cheap stay in a great location.Guest review byElishaSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8Fair - What previous guests thought, 676 reviewsThe hostel offers budget-friendly accommodation without compromising on cleanliness or safety. Conveniently located near popular attractions and public transportation, making it easy for backpackers to explore the area.Guest review byAlyssaGroup
- Avg. price/night: $150Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,327 reviewsIf you are a backpacker/tourist like me that is on a budget, this hostel is for you! Accommodation is incredibly cheap, great ambience and atmosphere. The rooms are on high standard regardless what you’ve paid for. One thing I love the most is that it is close to everything like shopping centre, restaurants, railway station as well as close to Sydney Opera House and other tourist attraction.Guest review byEmilySolo traveler
