Hostels in Sydney, Australia

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Summer House Newtown
6.2 Good
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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3.0 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 554 reviews
6.2

Summer House Newtown is set in Sydney and is within a short walk of nearby landmarks, including The Sandringham Hotel. It also offers luggage storage, a tour desk and an outdoor pool.

Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
7.5 Good
109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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4.2 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 305 reviews
7.5

This comfortable hostel in Sydney offers free Wi-Fi, as well as a sun deck and an express check-in and check-out feature. It is surrounded by a range of nightlife options and is within a five-minute walk of Stanmore Railway Station.

Mad Monkey Backpackers on Broadway - Adults Only
7.5 Good
20 City Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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1.5 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 534 reviews
7.5

Situated close to Central Railway Station, Mad Monkey Backpackers on Broadway provides guests with an ideal base when in Sydney. It is steps from Broadway Shopping Center, restaurants and nightlife options.

The Pod Sydney
9.0 Excellent
Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.1 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,067 reviews
9.0

The Pod Sydney provides a stylish setting while in Sydney. It also offers a tour desk, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage.

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
6.5 Good
477 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.5 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 925 reviews
6.5

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.

Wake Up! Sydney
8.1 Excellent
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.6 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,316 reviews
8.1

Wake Up Sydney Central is a modern base while visiting Sydney and is close to everything the area has to offer. It also offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.

Maze Backpackers
7.0 Good
417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.1 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 1,530 reviews
7.0

Situated amongst well-known attractions, shops and eateries, Maze Backpackers - Sydney is ideal for guests wishing to explore Sydney and its surroundings. It also offers a ticket service, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.

Big Backpackers Hostel
7.8 Good
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.3 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 1,223 reviews
7.8

Big Hostel is located in Sydney and is close to the area's tourist attractions. It has complimentary wireless internet access and features a rooftop terrace with impressive city views.

Sydney Central Yha
7.7 Good
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.5 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 2,774 reviews
7.7

Boasting a popular location, Sydney Central YHA provides views of Sydney, and is minutes from University of Technology, Sydney. It offers free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a swimming pool.

790 on George Backpackers
7.2 Good
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.5 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 
GoodBased on 697 reviews
7.2

790 on George Backpackers is situated in Sydney and is a short walk from Central Railway Station. It is close to Chinatown, shops and nightlife options.

Top Rated Sydney hostels

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The Village Glebe - Hostel
5.8 Okay
256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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2.3 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Located a short drive from Darling Harbour, The Village Glebe offers charming accommodation in Sydney. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to sightsee in the area.

€25
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Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel
7.0 Good
186 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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6.5 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach is situated in Sydney and offers complimentary Wi-Fi. It is conveniently located for those wanting to sightsee in the area.

€36
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3
Sydney Harbour Yha - Hostel
8.6 Excellent
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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2.0 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Situated within walking distance of Wynyard Railway Station, Sydney Harbour YHA offers guests an ideal base when in Sydney. Popular features include a rooftop terrace, plus it presents views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

€36
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4
Jolly Swagman Backpackers
7.6 Good
27 Orwell Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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1.7 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Jolly Swagman Backpackers is located amongst Sydney's well-known restaurants and eateries, just a brief stroll from Kings Cross Railway Station. It is moments from Kings Cross.

€32
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5
Wake Up! Bondi Beach
8.5 Excellent
110 Campbell Parade, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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6.3 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Situated in Sydney, Bondi Backpackers is within walking distance of Bondi Beach and provides a saltwater swimming pool. It is located in the area's vibrant nightlife district, just a short walk from Sculpture by the Sea.

€37
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Siesta Sydney
7.1 Good
301 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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1.2 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Set in the centre of Sydney, Siesta Sydney is a short walk from Wynyard Railway Station, and provides easy access to local bars and eateries. It provides complimentary Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a swimming pool.

€76
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7
Sydney Backpackers - Hostel
5.4 Okay
7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.3 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Conveniently situated, Sydney Backpackers allows for easy access to Sydney's popular hot spots. It provides free Wi-Fi, an express check-in and check-out feature and a rooftop terrace.

€23
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8
Arts Factory Lodge
7.1 Good
1 Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Bay, NSW, Australia
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0.9 km from city centre, Byron Bay, NSW, Australia 

Nestled in 5 acres of subtropical surrounds, Arts Factory Lodge is the ideal creative base in Byron Bay, with on-site workshops including didgeridoo-making and yoga. It also offers a free shuttle service, a coffee bar and an outdoor pool.

€23
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Cheapest hostels in Sydney, Australia

The Village Surry Hills
5.6 Okay
207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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1.3 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

The Village Surry Hills is situated in Sydney and is a short walk from Central Railway Station. It is located in close proximity to many popular bars, clubs and restaurants.

€23
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Coogee Beach House - Hostel
7.6 Good
171 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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6.5 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Coogee Beach House is located in Sydney and is close to the area's tourist attractions. Those staying at the property can also enjoy complimentary wireless internet.

€23
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Summer House Backpackers
6.5 Good
153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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1.1 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

This modern hostel in Sydney provides complimentary wireless internet, as well as a 24-hour reception and an express check-in and check-out feature. Surrounded by local bars and restaurants, it is within walking distance from Kings Cross Railway Station.

€23
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Sydney Central Inn
6.3 Good
428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.2 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Opened in 1921, Sydney Central Inn is situated in Sydney and offers a private beach, a shared kitchen and free Wi-Fi. It is ideally positioned for guests wanting to discover the area's attractions.

€26
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The Village Bondi Beach - Hostel
5.7 Okay
19 Lamrock Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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6.1 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

The Village Bondi Beach provides a comfortable setting when in Sydney. It is situated a brief stroll from Bondi Beach and Sculpture by the Sea.

€29
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Hump Backpackers
6.7 Good
40 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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1.6 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Hump Backpackers is situated in Sydney and offers complimentary Wi-Fi. It is minutes from Kings Cross and shopping and nightlife options.

€30
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Byron Bay Yha
8.1 Excellent
7 Carlyle Street, Byron Bay, NSW, Australia
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0.0 km from city centre, Byron Bay, NSW, Australia 

Providing a shuttle service to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, as well as free wireless internet, Byron Bay YHA is a comfortable base in Byron Bay. This comfortable hostel also offers an outdoor pool, and is situated within easy driving distance of Skinners Shoot and Lennox Head.

€31
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Sydney City Hostel
701 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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0.4 km from city centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia 

Located within walking distance of Town Hall Railway Station, Sydney City Hostels offers guests an ideal base while in Sydney. It is close to Chinatown, dining options and shops.

€33
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Facts about staying in Sydney

  • €67/night is an average price for a hostel in Sydney throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in January is the most expensive month to book, and in April is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Sydney hostels for as low as €22/night. In general, Sydney hostels for €63 or less are a good deal.

  • Based on our data, The Pod Sydney is the best Sydney hostel, with a rating of 9.0/10 from 1,067 reviews.

  • Cambridge Lodge - Hostel is the nearest hostel in Sydney to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, at a distance of 4.8 km.

  • The most popular neighbourhood is Sydney CBD, with 6% of our users looking to stay in Sydney searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Nomads Sydney - Hostel is a popular hostel in Sydney CBD that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • The most popular hostel in Sydney that’s close to Darling Harbour is Sydney Backpackers - Hostel. Just 0.5 km separate Sydney Backpackers - Hostel from Darling Harbour, the city’s most popular attraction. 631 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Sydney Backpackers - Hostel a score of 5.4/10.

  • Staying in a Sydney hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Sydney tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

  • Yes, 24 Sydney hostels list “kitchenette” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Sydney with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Nomads Sydney - Hostel.

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