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Our top choices for Sydney hostels

A lobby with a mural, a staircase, a chair, a table, and a fire extinguisher.

1. Siesta Sydney

Siesta Sydney
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
$87 nightly
The price is $96
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Siesta Sydney
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

2. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (979 reviews)
"The location of this property is beyond excellent!"
United States
Wanting
$164 nightly
The price is $181
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Sydney Harbour
A group of people sitting on wooden benches in a room with large windows, wooden walls, and a sloped ceiling.

3. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (496 reviews)
"Great place to stay, and in a convenient location for downtown and the airport."
United States
Thomas
$100 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

4. Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney

Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney
1.0 star property
Haymarket
$69 nightly
The price is $76
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a grill.

5. Tequila Sunrise Potts Point Sydney

Tequila Sunrise Potts Point Sydney
2.0 star property
Potts Point
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Tequila Sunrise Potts Point Sydney
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

6. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (883 reviews)
"Great location, very friendly staff."
Australia
Susan
$89 nightly
The price is $97
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Sydney Central
Property entrance

7. The Pod Sydney - Hostel

The Pod Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (392 reviews)
"Clean, nice staff!"
United States
amanda
$108 nightly
The price is $120
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Pod Sydney - Hostel
Two women sitting on a concrete ledge by the beach with a view of the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

8. Little Drifter Bondi Beach

Little Drifter Bondi Beach
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (65 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, our room was clean and comfortable, great location and reasonably priced. I would recommend The Little Drifter at Bondi Beach."
Australia
Jackie
$103 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A spacious indoor area with a wooden floor, seating arrangements, and decorative elements.

9. London Gate Backpackers Hostel

London Gate Backpackers Hostel
1.0 star property
Potts Point
3.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"I can't recommend this hostel, they moved our stuff after the first night to a different room, when we were coming back to sleep (third night) our stuff wasn't in the room, they took everything to reception and they just said "we don't have room for you guys tonight", they offer a share bedroom but we had booked for 6 nights in private room. Aparently there was an error with expedia but we couldn't get any room on saturday night. The recepcionist was rude and they never gave us any solution, we...
Australia
JUAN
$55 nightly
The price is $55
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
London Gate Backpackers Hostel
A bar with a rustic brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and two TVs mounted above the bar area.

10. Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (477 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
$70 nightly
The price is $77
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A room with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden bench outside.

11. Glebe Terraces

Glebe Terraces
2.0 star property
Glebe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and energetic, common areas of beautiful indoors, plenty of seating, oversize couches, outdoor wooden tables, green jungly landscape. The kitchen is spacious and clean with everybody following the rules"
Australia
Catherine
$91 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Glebe Terraces
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

12. Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers
1.5 star property
Haymarket
6.8 out of 10, (984 reviews)
"Location is great and if you are looking for a place just to sleep and not expecting anything "luxurious", this place does the job."
Australia
Myra
$60 nightly
The price is $66
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Maze Backpackers
Living area

13. Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point

Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.2 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"had a nice stay with my friend, recommend for a short stay"
Ireland
Chelsea
$74 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
A group of people toasting with drinks at a table with a balustrade, surrounded by trees.

14. The Pacific House Hostel

The Pacific House Hostel
2.0 star property
Woolloomooloo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Great location, Clean and confortable. Simple continental breakfast thay will set you to start the day. Great staff, very helpful. Bathrooms and kitchen very clean, as well as the rooms."
Australia
Inês
$95 nightly
The price is $105
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Pacific House Hostel
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large sink, and a green-tiled backsplash.

15. Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney

Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"Great place great staff great establishment"
Australia
Benjamin
$82 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

16. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
7.8 out of 10, Good, (67 reviews)
"Nice stay overall"
Germany
Jonas Carlo
$67 nightly
The price is $74
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

17. Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.2 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"Loved my stay "
United States
Tyler
$65 nightly
The price is $72
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Original Backpackers
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

18. Stay Today Hostel

Stay Today Hostel
1.0 star property
Leichhardt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Lovely room for a great price, everything really clean and tidy would defo recommend!"
United Kingdom
Jenny
$128 nightly
The price is $141
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Today Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

19. Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (428 reviews)
"Place is basic but really nice helpful check in staff"
Australia
Ian
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Big Backpackers Hostel
A living room with a television, a bookshelf, a leather couch, and a door leading to another room.

20. Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel

Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Super nice hostel in Manly. Rooms were nice and clean and staff were very helpful. Look forward to staying again!"
Australia
Mara
Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel
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Top Sydney Hotel Reviews

ibis Styles Sydney Central

ibis Styles Sydney Central

8/10 Good
"Clean hotel with great staff, bar and good central city location 5 min walk from Museum station and Hyde Park"
Phil 2-night trip
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ibis Styles Sydney Central

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Sydney Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,485
Accommodation
66 Hostels
Lowest Price
$55
Highest Price
$181

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Sydney?
By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your budget for sightseeing during your vacation. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Sydney?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Central Light Rail Station and Capitol Square Light Rail Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi. YHA Sydney Harbour - Located within a 5-minute walk of Circular Quay. Property features include free WiFi, a bar, and a rooftop terrace. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Maze Backpackers - Located steps from Capitol Theatre. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as a game room. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross - 2-minute walk from Kings Cross Station for easy access to public transit. Property features include free breakfast and free WiFi. You'll find free WiFi in all rooms. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Convention Light Rail Station and Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Sydney?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Sydney, one of Expedia's 39 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Sydney?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 58°F. Average annual precipitation for Sydney is 34 inches.
What is there to see and do in Sydney?
Overall, Sydney is known for its museums, restaurants, and theaters. Major attractions include Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House, and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Get out into nature with places like Manly Beach, The Domain, and Hyde Park. Cultural attractions include GPO Sydney, Theatre Royal, and Hyde Park Barracks Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Sydney while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Sydney in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Sydney Airport (SYD), 5.3 mi (8.6 km) away. An alternative is Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI), situated 28 mi (45.1 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can access metro transit at Martin Place Station, Wynyard Station, and St. James Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, take a train from Sydney Circular Quay Station, Exhibition Centre Station, or Sydney Central Station.

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