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Popular hostels in Sydney

Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,839 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on 26 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $90/night.
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790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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. Central Station is a 3-minute walk away. 790 on George Backpackers is a 15-minute walk from Darling Harbour and it is a 30-minute walk to Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Guests can chose between private and dormitory accommodation. All rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities. All bed linen is provided and the lockers feature individual electric power points. Internet access is available throughout 790 on George Backpackers Hostel. You can relax in the large basement area with a TV and vending machines.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
7.6
Good
1941 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Maze Backpackers is a lively hostel with an excellent location in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), 5 minutes' walk from Central Station. It offers 24-hour reception and laundry facilities. Darling Harbour is a 12-minute walk away. Maze Backpackers Sydney features simple private rooms and dormitory rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Guests can relax in the shared TV lounge area or enjoy a game of pool in the games room. Luggage storage and secure lockers are available. Hairdryers and ironing facilities can also be provided. Occupying a heritage-listed building, Maze Backpackers Sydney features fully equipped kitchen facilities and is surrounded by restaurants, bars, clubs and shops. Parking close by: Capital square parking and World Square parking, fees apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.1
Good
3263 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
This award-winning hostel, with indoor pool is housed in a heritage listed building opposite Central Station in Sydney CBD (Central Business District). Guests enjoy panoramic views of the city from the rooftop outdoor area. YHA Sydney Central offers shared dormitory accommodation as well as private rooms. Guests have access to a free WiFi throughout the Hostel, 2 kitchens, spacious dining and lounge areas and a guest laundry. There is an on-site cinema where guests can catch the latest films. The hostel has its own travel agency, café, restaurant and BBQ facilities. Located in the basement, Schirrmo's Bar is open for drinks most evenings. Sydney International Airport is 10 km from YHA Sydney Central and is directly accessible from Central Station. Activities include pizza nights, walking tours, movie nights with free popcorn and rooftop BBQs. The Haymarket stop for the light rail is located at the doorstep of YHA Sydney Central.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.8
Good
6114 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Located opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central boasts a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities. It is set in the heart of Sydney’s backpacking hub, surrounded by nightlife precincts and travel shops. Wake Up Sydney Backpackers is in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), a 5-minute walk from Chinatown and a 15-minute walk from Darling Harbour. It is 20 minutes' by public transport from Circular Quay, where you can walk to the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sydney International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Private rooms and mixed or all-female dormitories are available. All rooms feature secure lockers and a bedside lamp and power point. All rooms have modern furnishings and large windows that allow plenty of natural light in. Private rooms feature a TV. Guests enjoy the convenience of 24-hour reception and a tour desk. Some of the fun free activities include city walks, trivia and pizza nights. Onsite Side Bar offers a great party atmosphere, with live DJs and bands. You can enjoy a meal at the onsite Roy's Cafe & Bistro or use the shared kitchen. If booking a breakfast included rate, the breakfast consists of one breakfast toastie and one small hot beverage at Roy's Cafe. Also on offer are laundry facilities on each floor.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.1
Excellent
2305 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
477 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Featuring an on-site bar, this central Sydney hostel is located just a short stroll from Hyde Park and Darling Harbour. It is steps from George Street, restaurants and nightlife options. Amenities at Base Sydney include luggage storage, a tour desk and a 24-hour reception with express check-in/check-out. It has a TV room and a library with a range of books. Base Sydney provides 104 air conditioned rooms equipped with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. After settling in to their room, guests can discover the area with use of Town Hall Railway Station, which is within a five-minute walk of the hostel. In-house dining options include a restaurant, which is a convenient spot to enjoy a meal. Sydney's popular attractions and landmarks are within close proximity to the hostel, with Sydney Tower only a 10-minute stroll away. It is also within walking distance of St Mary's Cathedral and the Australian National Maritime Museum.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.6
Good
1267 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
304 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel in Sydney, near Hyde Park This hostel features free WiFi in public areas. The Social Hotel offers 24 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Bathrooms include showers.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.2
Excellent
410 reviews
Location
1.3 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
8.1
Excellent
211 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
16 Orwell Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
5.5
Okay
62 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Located a 5-minute walk from Stanmore Railway Station, the Cambridge Lodge offers free street parking and free WiFi in public areas. It provides simple accommodation with free tea/coffee through the day. All private guest rooms and some dormitory rooms are fitted with a small fridge and a TV set. Linen and towels are provided. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. The property has a barbecue area and a shared kitchen for guests to prepare their own meals. Coin-operated laundry facilities are available. The staff at the tour desk can assist in providing travel information. Lodge Cambridge is a 15-minute drive from Sydney’s central business district and the Sydney Airport. It is a 20-minute drive from the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.3
Good
640 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Sydney

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Sydney. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Sydney:$90/night
Cheapest price found:$14/night
Cheapest day:Friday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$67 - $163
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$59 - $105
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Sydney hostels

Browse through properties in Sydney that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 4,839 properties in Sydney and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
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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79 Palmer Street, Townsville, QLD, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$115
Avg. per night
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
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212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$23
Avg. per night
Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$34
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24-28 Raglan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
11.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
Avg. per night
256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$25
Avg. per night
392 Upper Roma Street, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
380 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
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 $18 per night. There is currently one property in Sydney that can be booked for this price. Secret Garden Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sydney. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024
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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243-247 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$18
Avg. per night
7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$20
Avg. per night
141 William Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$20
Avg. per night
40 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$20
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 26 July 2024.
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.
2 stars and under
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
3 stars
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

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Other accommodations in Sydney

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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
$202
Avg. per night
11 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$203
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$126
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$121
Avg. per night
95 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$270
Avg. per night
57 York Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$337
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 26 July 2024.
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 26 July 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    $90 per night is how much hostels in Sydney cost, on average. $15 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $30 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 January 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 9.0/10 from 1,992 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 area of Sydney is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Sydney, 4% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Sydney CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Nomads Sydney is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • 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 (8.6/10) by 5,384 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 “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Sydney with “Kitchen/kitchenette” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 23 hostels have the “Kitchen/kitchenette” amenity in the Sydney area. Yha Sydney Harbour is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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