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Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,704 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on 19 June 2026. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $64/night.
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Yha Sydney Harbour
Yha Sydney Harbour

Yha Sydney Harbour

110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a rooftop terrace, and a conference center. 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. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
4668 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
$116
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Yha Sydney Central
Yha Sydney Central

Yha Sydney Central

11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
4683 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
$82
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Glebe Terraces
Glebe Terraces

Glebe Terraces

256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a communal living room and multilingual staff assistance. Glebe Terraces offers 26 accommodations with air conditioning. Accommodations all include kitchenettes. Bathrooms include showers. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
6.5
Good
1687 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
$74
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The Pacific House
The Pacific House

The Pacific House

50 Sir John Young Crescent, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
8.3
Excellent
2821 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
$81
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Stoke Beach House
Stoke Beach House

Stoke Beach House

24-28 Raglan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, free use of bicycles, and laundry facilities. Stoke Beach House - Hostel offers 33 accommodations with fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 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 complimentary bicycles. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
889 reviews
Location
11.6 km from city centre
$77
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Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel
Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel

Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel

Rear 63, The Corso, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Located just 80 metres from Manly Beach, Boardriders offers budget accommodation aimed at young guests. It offers free Wifi, free continental breakfast, free snorkeling and other sporting equipment hire and free surfboard use.The rooftop terrace has a bring your own alcohol tiki bar and 360-degree views of Manly. Guests can relax in our spacious common area, which features a flat screen tv with Netflix, table tennis and plenty of board games. There is also nightly entertainment. Facilities include laundry facilities and shared kitchen with dining area. Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel Manly is a 5-minute walk from Manly Wharf, where you can catch the iconinc ferry to Sydney Harbour to Circular Quay and Sydney's famous Opera House. All rooms are equipped with fans and large secure lockers. Private rooms have a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and fresh towels. Some rooms have private bathrooms. Dorms are only for 18-35 years old.
Free Wi-Fi
6.2
Good
555 reviews
Location
11.6 km from city centre
$93
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Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach
Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach

Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach

186 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Guests at this beach hostel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel offers 108 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. 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
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.5
Excellent
426 reviews
Location
6.5 km from city centre
$77
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Travel insights for hostels in Sydney

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Sydney.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is June ($36). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is December ($110).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Sunday ($43). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $62.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as $20, rising to an average cost of $67, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $22 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 $10/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $22/night. For a 4-star hostel in Sydney, the cheapest rate recently found was $20/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sydney?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 18 days before your trip to Sydney. The lowest price found when booking 18 days ahead was $40 per night.

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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 $36 per night. There is currently one property in Sydney that can be booked for this price. The Downing Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sydney. Price data was last updated on 19 June 2026
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.
The Downing Hostel
The Downing Hostel

The Downing Hostel

253 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
$36
Avg. per night
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Maze Backpackers
Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers

417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$44
Avg. per night
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Nomads Sydney
Nomads Sydney

Nomads Sydney

477 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$50
Avg. per night
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Newtown Backpackers
Newtown Backpackers

Newtown Backpackers

5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$58
Avg. per night
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Cambridge Lodge
Cambridge Lodge

Cambridge Lodge

109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$60
Avg. per night
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Little Drifter Bondi
Little Drifter Bondi

Little Drifter Bondi

19 Lamrock Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
6.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night
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Original Backpackers
Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers

160-162 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$62
Avg. per night
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Big Backpackers Hostel
Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel

212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$65
Avg. per night
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Manly Bunkhouse
Manly Bunkhouse

Manly Bunkhouse

35 Pine Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
12.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$66
Avg. per night
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Coogee Beach House
Coogee Beach House

Coogee Beach House

171 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$67
Avg. per night
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Cozy M Hostel
Cozy M Hostel

Cozy M Hostel

132 Bourke Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$68
Avg. per night
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Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel

Sydney Central Inn - Hostel

428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$71
Avg. per night
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Wake Up! Bondi Beach
Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

110 Campbell Parade, Sydney, NSW, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$74
Avg. per night
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Siesta Sydney
Siesta Sydney

Siesta Sydney

301 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$74
Avg. per night
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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 19 June 2026.
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
Yha Sydney Harbour
Yha Sydney Harbour

Yha Sydney Harbour

110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$116
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Yha Sydney Central
Yha Sydney Central

Yha Sydney Central

11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$82
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Cozy M Hostel
Cozy M Hostel

Cozy M Hostel

132 Bourke Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$68
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2 stars and under
Little Drifter Bondi
Little Drifter Bondi

Little Drifter Bondi

19 Lamrock Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$62
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Wake Up! Bondi Beach
Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

110 Campbell Parade, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$74
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Cambridge Lodge
Cambridge Lodge

Cambridge Lodge

109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$60
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Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel

Sydney Central Inn - Hostel

428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$71
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Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

107-109 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$47
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Other accommodations in Sydney

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Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection
Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection

Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection

11 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$196
Avg. per night
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The Darling at The Star
The Darling at The Star

The Darling at The Star

80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$231
Avg. per night
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Hyde Park Inn
Hyde Park Inn

Hyde Park Inn

271 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$119
Avg. per night
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour

Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$188
Avg. per night
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Fraser Suites Sydney
Fraser Suites Sydney

Fraser Suites Sydney

488 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$161
Avg. per night
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Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney

Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney

528 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$134
Avg. per night
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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 19 June 2026.
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 19 June 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    $95 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 $31 per night or less is a good deal. Sydney hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with March being the most expensive month to book, and in July 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 9.1/10 from 3,289 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, 3% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Sydney CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Siesta 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 (8.9/10) by 4,668 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, 20 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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