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AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney
Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Surry Hills district of Sydney, AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney is a 6-minute walk from Sydney Central Station.
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.
AZZURO POD HOTEL - Potts Point
Located in Sydney and within a 14-minute walk of Hyde Park Barracks Museum, AZZURO POD HOTEL - Potts Point features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
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
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,497 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 521 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,973 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,653 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Sydney
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,330 reviews
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Nomads Sydney
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 1,090 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 $81.96 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 3,334 reviews
Welcome to Maze Backpackers – Your Home Away from Home! Located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant CBD, our hostel offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.
From $99.73 per night Highfield Private Hotel
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.6Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 422 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 $130.76 per nightOriginal Backpackers
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 608 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.
From $119.67 per nightMad Monkey East Side
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 203 reviewsMad Monkey East Side is all about location - right in the midst of Kings Cross with bars, restaurants & cafes all around.
From $122.33 per nightMad Monkey Downtown
Potts Point, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 542 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 $99.40 per nightMad Monkey Broadway
Chippendale, SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 778 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 $90.98 per nightCambridge Lodge
SydneyCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 852 reviewsLocated a 5-minute walk from Stanmore Railway Station, the Cambridge Lodge offers free street parking and free WiFi in public areas.
From $85.10 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 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 521 reviewsPodBed Coogee Beachside in Sydney provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From $71.80 per nightMad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach
Coogee, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 204 reviewsLocated opposite Sydney’s popular Coogee Beach, Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach offers dormitory rooms and free use of fishing equipment and snorkeling gear.
From $154.11 per nightSydney Central Inn
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 647 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 $156.24 per nightYHA Sydney Harbour
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,973 reviewsThe award-winning YHA Sydney Harbor features spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Harbor.
From $214.75 per night790 on George Backpackers
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,974 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 $104.58 per nightYHA Sydney Central
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,330 reviewsThis award-winning hostel, with indoor pool is housed in a heritage listed building opposite Central Station in Sydney CBD (Central Business District).
From $147.60 per nightLord Wolseley Hotel
Ultimo, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 428 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...
The Social Hotel, Sydney
Darlinghurst, SydneyBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 659 reviewsFeaturing a rooftop terrace with views of Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge, The Social Hotel, Sydney offers accommodations in the trendy Darlinghurst district.
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Wake Up! Sydney Central
Sydney Central Business District, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,653 reviewsLocated opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central features a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities.
From $145.60 per nightBoarding House in Center of City
Ultimo, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 12 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
SydneyNo credit card neededScored 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
SydneyNo credit card neededScored 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
SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7 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
SydneyNo credit card neededScored 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, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,083 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 $138.95 per nightLittle Coogee Hotel
Coogee, SydneyNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,145 reviewsLocated in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.
From $169.40 per night
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- Avg. price/night: $145.60Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,653 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: $151.30Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,320 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: $151.30Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,320 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 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 652 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: $152.25Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,497 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: $151.30Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,320 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, 672 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: $151.30Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,320 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
