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Popular hostels in Sydney

Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,618 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on 1 May 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $85/night.
These are some of the hostels in Sydney with the highest demand. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.
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110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Overseas Passenger Terminal This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Housekeeping is available once per stay. YHA Sydney Harbour offers 106 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
3838 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Capitol Theatre Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hostel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, a meeting room, and laundry facilities. Housekeeping is available on request. YHA Sydney Central offers 149 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an indoor pool.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.3
Excellent
3784 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
50 Sir John Young Crescent, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only Sydney hostel in Woolloomooloo with free breakfast A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. The Pacific House Hostel offers 45 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.4
Excellent
2367 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only Sydney hostel in Haymarket with a 24-hour front desk A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel offers 451 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.2
Excellent
2437 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sydney 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. It is a 5-minute walk from Central Station. Guests enjoy ground floor access to the Chamberlain Bar & Bistro. Surrounded by vibrant nightlife, Sydney Central Inn is 5 minutes' walk from Chinatown and 15 minutes' walk from Darling Harbour. The Sydney Opera House is 10 minutes' drive away. The property can arrange an airport shuttle pick up service. Accommodation at Sydney Central Inn includes dormitory rooms, as well as private rooms with TV and fridge. All rooms have shared spacious bathroom facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.4
Good
1468 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with free parking, near Enmore Theatre Coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a library are available at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available. Cambridge Lodge - Hostel offers 31 accommodations. Accommodations all include kitchenettes. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.3
Good
1030 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
Rear 63, The Corso, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Suburban Sydney hostel in Manly with free breakfast A bar/lounge, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are onsite. Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel offers 27 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Digital television is provided. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
6.0
Good
513 reviews
Location
11.6 km from city centre
19 Lamrock Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a fitness center, a short walk to Bondi Beach Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in a common area. The Village Bondi Beach - Hostel offers 62 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hostel include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
2088 reviews
Location
6.1 km from city centre
Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel in Sydney, steps from World Square Shopping Centre A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a communal living room, and a reception hall are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. The Pod Sydney - Hostel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.9
Excellent
3107 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near University of Sydney Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Housekeeping is not available. The Village Surry Hills - Hostel offers 42 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.7
Good
1678 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre

Travel insights for hostels in Sydney

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sydney including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is April ($57). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is October ($109).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Monday ($51). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $94.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as $18, rising to an average cost of $66, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $18 for a 4-star hostel in Sydney for tonight.

How much is a Sydney hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Sydney this weekend for as little as $19/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $25/night. For a 4-star hostel in Sydney, the cheapest rate recently found was $19/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sydney?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 48 days before your trip to Sydney. The lowest price found when booking 48 days ahead was $25 per night.

Top-rated Sydney hostels

Browse through properties in Sydney that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,618 properties in Sydney and data was last updated on 1 May 2025.
Some of the best Sydney hostel options as decided by our users. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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Cnr Leichhardt Terrace & Parsons Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$92
Avg. per night
135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Sydney, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Sydney that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Sydney can be found for as low as $19 per night. There is currently one property in Sydney that can be booked for this price. Global Backpackers Port Douglas is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sydney. Price data was last updated on 1 May 2025
These Sydney properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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38 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$19
Avg. per night
110 Torquay, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia
8.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$20
Avg. per night
243-247 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
6 Khalick Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$23
Avg. per night
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night
7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
40 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
9 Argyle Street, Hobart, TAS, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$26
Avg. per night
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$27
Avg. per night
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$28
Avg. per night
256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$29
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Sydney

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Sydney to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Sydney at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 1 May 2025.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Cnr Leichhardt Terrace & Parsons Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2 stars and under
256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Other accommodations in Sydney

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95 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$252
Avg. per night
15 Springfield Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$78
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
4.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$38
Avg. per night
203 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$129
Avg. per night
80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$182
Avg. per night
11 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$188
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
5.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$106
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$132
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sydney

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sydney to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 1 May 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Sydney area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in Sydney

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sydney to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 1 May 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    $85 per night is how much hostels in Sydney cost, on average. $16 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $36 per night or less is a good deal. Sydney hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with December being the most expensive month to book, and in June being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Sydney?

    The Pod Sydney is the best Sydney hostel according to HotelsCombined users. The Pod Sydney has a rating of 8.9/10 from 3,107 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The closest Sydney hostel to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is Cambridge Lodge, which is 4.8 km away.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Sydney closest to Sydney Opera House?

    Yha Sydney Harbour is the most popular hostel in Sydney that’s close to Sydney Opera House (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.9 km from Yha Sydney Harbour to Sydney Opera House. While there may be other hostels near Sydney Opera House, Yha Sydney Harbour is highly rated (8.8/10) by 3,838 users.

  • Should I stay in a Sydney hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Sydney on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Sydney offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Sydney have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Sydney with “Pool” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 5 hostels have the “Pool” amenity in the Sydney area. Yha Sydney Central is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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