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About this property
Located in the heart of the Sydney Central Business District (CBD), the Pod Sydney is conveniently located only 10 minutes’ walk from Central Train Station. The unique accommodations features capsule bedding with personal lockers and free WiFi. The Pod Sydney is 656 feet from Capitol Theater, 2953 feet from Darling Harbor and 1.2 mi from Circular Quay. A large variety of restaurants, shopping centers and entertainment are all within a 5-minute walk. Featuring front or side entry, each pod room has a king single bed and a personal reading light with power outlet. All rooms are air-conditioned and all linen is provided. Guests have access to shared bathroom and toilet facilities, with free towels and free toiletries. The Pod Sydney also provides access to a fully-equipped kitchen and shared dining facilities. Laundry facilities are available for an additional charge. Free washing powder is provided. There is a shared lounge and TV, and a vending machine with variety of drinks and snacks. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 4.3 mi from The Pod Sydney.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
- Elevator
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Sustainability
- Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Debbie
Australia
“Excellent value. Clean and quiet. The pods are actually wider than they look in the photos. Nice big lockers also.” - Trevor
Australia
“Central Sydney location. The room was clean and comfortable and very quiet thanks to double glazing. No traffic noise. The whole hostel was very clean. The doors to the dorm rooms were quiet soft close doors so they didn't wake you up. Very...” - Rachel
United States
“Great location and value. Very clean. Women’s bathroom had a wet floor all the time and you have to walk across it to get to the toilet. WiFi was mostly good but kicked me off one meeting.” - Amiya
India
“It’s an amazing property. Given a choice between a hotel and this hostel, I’ll opt for The Pod Sydney. Beds are large in size. There is enough space and lockers to keep your stuff. Bathrooms, washrooms, kitchen, laundry, reception, everything is...” - Eric
Australia
“Great value for money. Great location. Great wifi. Super clean. The Korean girl at the front desk was nice and friendly. Good for people not looking for a party hostel, mostly quiet.” - Le
Vietnam
“Its new and comfortable. The position is very good, near Town Hall, Chinatown. The bathroom is very clean. The staff is so friendly. You should prepare lock for your locker in the room. The locker is very big. The kitchen is equipped fully (bowl,...” - Peggy
Australia
“Very clean, lovely communal area. Other guests were respectful and quiet. Had to extend my stay by one night due to a flight cancellation, and was able to easily book another night. Staff were accommodating and allowed me to stay in the same room...” - Willem
Australia
“This was my second visit to The Pod Sydney and the property is still amazing to stay at. The pods are as private as you can get (and the largest I've ever seen), super comfortable, and have huge lockers for your things. The property is...” - Chattraporn
Thailand
“Location is great, easy to get to tram (Chinatown) and train (Museum station) to the airport. Place is super clean. Staff is helpful. Recommend for female traveler :)” - Mk
Japan
“It was great that they provided bath towels, that we could use the kitchen, that we got free shampoo and body soap, and that the staff were very friendly.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please note children are welcome at this property but cannot be accommodated in the co-living (shared) rooms. Guests under the age of 17 can only check in with a parent or designated guardian. Children aged 17 will need a letter from a parent or official guardian to stay in private rooms only.
Please note that a valid Photo ID is required at check-in (driver’s license, passport, or Australia government-issued proof of age card)
You must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. Please note that guest credit card imprint is required upon check in to guarantee any incidental charges, damage to the property or excessive cleaning fees.
The property may require a credit card pre-authorization prior to arrival. For more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that reception hours are as follows: Monday-Sunday 09:00 until 22:00.
Please inform The Pod Sydney in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
The Pod Sydney is located on Level 6 and the entrance door to the elevators is on Goulburn Street.
Please note for bookings of 7 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply.
Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit or debit card.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
This property is located in a busy area and guests may experience some noise.
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.
Please inform The Pod Sydney of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.