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AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney

Surry Hills, 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.

S
Stella
From
Tunisia
We requested AC in our room and they acted on it right away! Very good customer service and management was very helpful. other than that room was clean and kept organized by their housekeeping.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 reviews
Price from
$82.11
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, 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.

D
Doug_Ji_Yoga
From
Canada
This hostel would be in my top hostels I’ve ever stayed at around the world. Clean, well organized and very good value. Great location, walking distance to Hyde Park, Art Gallery of NSW, Botanical Gardens and Sydney Opera House. They serve up a nice breakfast and supper for your stay, making it a even better value for your money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,245 reviews
Price from
$31.66
1 night, 2 adults

AZZURO POD HOTEL - Potts Point

Potts Point, Sydney

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.

J
Jos Maligon
From
United States
Awesome location and has a lot of amenities. Friendly atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,256 reviews
Price from
$62.86
1 night, 2 adults

The Pacific House

Woolloomooloo, Sydney

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.

N
Netta
From
Israel
great location, super clean and tidy, exceptionally friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,465 reviews
Price from
$98.65
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Bondi, Sydney

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...

A
Alex
From
Canada
So clean! Amazing location, seconds from the beach! They put on so many events and activities which made it easy to meet people. Overall chill and respectful vibes cultivated by the environment and the staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,088 reviews
Price from
$104.49
1 night, 2 adults

Little Coogee Hotel

Coogee, Sydney

Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.

J
Joanna
From
Philippines
Newly refurbished, small room but with complete amenities including clothes hangers, ironing board, refrigerator, kettle, and hair dryer. Located near bus stops so it’s easy to commute to the city. Many nice cafes to choose from along the same street. Reception area is not exactly big enough to be called a lobby, but there’s a spacious common area and balcony plus a kitchen if you want to cook. Very nice staff. I was amazed for a small hotel that they have this 5-star touch of stamping a new roll of toilet paper upon check-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews
Price from
$123.95
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Potts Point

Potts Point, Sydney

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.

C
Constance
From
Canada
Very helpful. All the staff were good. Cynthia & Melanie are such hard workers. Liked the included breakfast & supper. Like the curtains on the beds. Free towel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,135 reviews
Price from
$46.28
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Sydney Central

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

Located opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central features a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities.

K
Kieron
From
United Kingdom
Everything can only be downhill from here up the east coast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,659 reviews
Price from
$109.61
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Harbour

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

The award-winning YHA Sydney Harbor features spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Harbor.

C
Cathya
From
Chile
I loved the location, room (loved that it have a bathroom inside the room). Breakfast also very good! And the most beautiful view from the rooftop!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,986 reviews
Price from
$137.50
1 night, 2 adults

Stoke Beach House

Manly, Sydney

Looking for more than the average hotel experience? You’re in the right place!

G
Guowei
From
Taiwan
Kind and friendly front desk staff, excellent service, comfortable and clean public spaces.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews
Price from
$97.29
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Sydney

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in Sydney and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,372 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,065 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,583 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,239 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,245 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,465 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,659 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,986 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,333 reviews

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,372 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,986 reviews

    The award-winning YHA Sydney Harbor features spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Harbor.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,971 reviews

    In 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews

    Located 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 648 reviews

    Featuring a rooftop terrace with views of Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge, The Social Hotel, Sydney offers accommodations in the trendy Darlinghurst district.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,659 reviews

    Located opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central features a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Well 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...

  • Bat and Ball Hostel

    Sydney
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Located in Sydney, Bat and Ball Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Sydney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,095 reviews

    Nomads 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

    Highfield Hotel offers private room with access to free WiFi and a shared kitchen. Kings Cross Railway Station is a 3-minute walk away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 615 reviews

    Set 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

    Located in Sydney and with Hyde Park Barracks Museum reachable within a 19-minute walk, London Plane Backpackers has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews

    Head 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 782 reviews

    Mad 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews

    Just 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.

  • Cambridge Lodge

    Sydney
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 847 reviews

    Located a 5-minute walk from Stanmore Railway Station, the Cambridge Lodge offers free street parking and free WiFi in public areas.

Save money on hostels in Sydney and nearby – budget options available

  • EBS Sydney Hostel

    Newtown, Sydney
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Ideally set in the Newtown district of Sydney, EBS Sydney Hostel is located 4.5 miles from Sydney Central Station, 5.2 miles from Sydney International Convention Centre and 5.3 miles from Australian...

  • Stay Today Hostel

    Sydney
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Stay 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

    Sydney
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Located 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, Sydney
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,088 reviews

    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 surrounds...

  • Little Coogee Hotel

    Coogee, Sydney
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews

    Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.

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Hostels that guests love in Sydney

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  • Avg. price/night: $109.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,659 reviews
    Best 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 people
    Guest review by
    Pasquale
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $145.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 reviews
    Great 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 by
    Stephanie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $145.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 reviews
    Amazing 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 by
    Elise
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 637 reviews
    The 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 by
    Sarah
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $122.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,465 reviews
    Probably 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 by
    Sarah
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $145.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 reviews
    I 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 by
    Elisha
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $145.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 reviews
    If 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 by
    Emily
    Solo traveler

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