Hostel Sydney Harbour YHA
This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and city walks – Check location 110 Cumberland Street, Sydney Central Business District, 2000 Sydney, Australia – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and city walks – Check location Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 1645 reviews)
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*9.1* Circular Quay: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)
Circular Quay Station: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)
Overseas Passenger Terminal: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)
*8.8* Sydney Observatory: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)
*9.2* Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)
*8.3* Cadmans Cottage: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)
I wish I stayed here the entire time! I stayed in Haymarket when I first came through Sydney and was super regretful to only be at this gem for a couple nights! The layout was perfect, proximity to everything was perfect (and if it wasn’t, the tram station was RIGHT there), the views were perfect, the staff is full of absolute legends, and it was the BEST hostel in terms of finding people to chat with and pair up with on trips. Because of this YHA, I only intend on ever looking at staying at other YHAs in the future.
United States of Americaalways stay here when I'm in the city good value
AustraliaLocation, location. Right in the Rocks, Couple minutes walk to bridge climbing, short walk to the harbor and opera house. Right on the historical site. Many activities to do
United States of America1. Staff. Tim has great knowledge and calmly answered multiple questions and solved problem with mobile service. Moi (Thai name) provided reality info for NYE transport 2. Great view on rooftop, not crowded, various types of seating. 3. Met some guests intelligent, friendly, interesting conversations (not the riff raff guests at some other places in the world) YHA has class, and informal comfort !
BermudaIt was a great place to stay if you are looking to relax and have a room with few people. Ensuit bathrooms and only 4 per room is awesome. There is plenty of room in the kitchen and the balcony is beautiful. You are near the Quay and easily able to access the ferries, the tram and many local pubs and restaurants.
CanadaLocation and staff were great.they were so helpful.
TurkeyOutstanding location in the Rocks, near Circular Quay. Roof terrace with amazing view to the Opera, Harbour Bridge, and the skyline. Two electric plug per bed. Good coffee for breakfast
FranceWe never tried the breakfast, so can't comment on that. The location is super for walking throughout the Rocks (and bridge climb, Circular Quay, Opera House, etc. etc.). Liked having a digital tv in the evenings. Kitchen was very clean and well-laid out.
United States of AmericaGreat location and an amazing hostel. Lovely staff and great vibe.
AustraliaThis hostel was nice enough, the rooms were clean and well ventilated.
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Sydney Harbour YHA This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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Stay in the heart of Sydney – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and city walks – Check location Excellent location – show map
The award-winning Sydney Harbor YHA features spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Harbor. Within 10 minutes' walk of Wynyard Station, it features private and dormitory rooms, a TV lounge, billiards and a fully equipped communal kitchen.
Sydney Harbor YHA is located in the heart of the historic Rocks district, surrounded by heritage buildings, boutique shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. It is 2,150 feet from the Museum of Contemporary Art and less than 20 minutes' walk from the iconic Bridge Climb, Sydney Opera House and the Royal Botanic Gardens.
The tour desk can arrange social activities such as BBQs, guided walks and pub tours. Every Monday morning there is a free archaeology tour and every Monday night there is a $2 sausage sizzle. Friday nights are $7 burger night, free pancakes are provided on Wednesday mornings and there are free guided beach walks on Thursday mornings. Hostel facilities include a 24/7 reception desk, free WiFi in the spacious lounge area and a guest laundry.
Each of the air-conditioned rooms have a private bathroom and bed linen is provided. Double rooms include tea/coffee and towels. Shared rooms offer a private locker with a powerpoint.
This is a sustainable property with solar-powered hot water, rainwater tanks and a unique open-plan design that invites natural light and airflow.
Sydney Central Business District is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and city walks.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.
ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)
Breakfast Info
Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Good Coffee!
Free WiFi
Great area for shopping!
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4 reasons to choose Sydney Harbour YHA
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Welcome to the only backpacker hostel in the historic Rocks precinct of Sydney on the shores of Sydney Harbour. Take in the spectacular views from our roof terrace whilst you enjoy our multi-award winning facilities and service. Our unique sustainably designed hostel helps you lower the carbon footprint of your stay whilst providing proximity to Sydney’s main attractions.
Area Info
– This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and city walks – Check location Excellent location – show map Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!Closest Landmarks *
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Sydney Visitor Centre0.1 miles
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Museum of Contemporary Art0.1 miles
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Sydney Observatory0.1 miles
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Cadmans Cottage0.1 miles
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ICBC Australia0.2 miles
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb0.2 miles
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Overseas Passenger Terminal0.2 miles
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The Rocks Markets0.2 miles
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Roslyn Packer Theatre0.2 miles
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Circular Quay Station0.2 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
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The Argyle Cafe/Bar0.6 miles
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Pancakes on the Rocks Restaurant2.1 miles
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Australian Heritage Hotel Cafe/Bar0 miles
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The Rocks Market Market0.4 miles
Closest Airports *
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Kingsford Smith Airport5.5 miles
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Wollongong Airport54 miles
Shopping Nearby – All Within 500 Yards! *
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DFS Galleria Sydney MallPopular brands like: Cartier, Gucci, Tiffany & Co, Hermès, Prada, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Armani
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The Rocks Markets Market
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Circular Quay0.2 miles
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Hyde Park Barracks Museum0.4 miles
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Sydney Opera House0.5 miles
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The Royal Botanic Gardens0.6 miles
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Harbour Bridge0.6 miles
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Australian National Maritime Museum0.8 miles
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Art Gallery of New South Wales0.8 miles
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Strathfield Private Hospital6.3 miles
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Bicentennial Park7.4 miles
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Sydney Showground8 miles
What Travelers Love About This Location
“Clean, safe, great location”
France“Central Sydney near the Rocks ”
Australia“Great staff. Reasonably comfortable beds Clean but slightly jaded room. Excellent location close to Circular Quay Station so it's easy to get to and from th...”
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RetryFacilities of Sydney Harbour YHA Great facilities! Review score, 8.7
Most popular facilities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Themed dinners Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Bar crawls
- Evening entertainment
- Hiking Off-site
- Pool table Additional charge
- Game room
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee shop
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Fruit Additional charge
- Snack bar
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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No parking available.
Front Desk Services
- Lockers
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage Additional charge
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Books, DVDs & music for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
General
- Convenience store (on site)
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Russian
- Thai
- Chinese
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prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
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| 0 - 2 years |
Can use a crib
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Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Sydney Harbour YHA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Children aged 17 need a letter from a parent/legal guardian to stay in dormitory rooms.
If children are 16 or under, they will need a parent/legal guardian aged over 21 to stay with them in a private room.
Please note for bookings of 10 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
