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Hostels in Sydney, Australia

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Popular hostels in Sydney

Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 4,796 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on April 27, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $89/night.
These hostels are among the most popular properties in the Sydney area. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
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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.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.6
Good
1231 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.8
Good
5507 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.0
Good
2940 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
14 Lovel Street, Katoomba, NSW, Australia
Within walking distance of Katoomba Railway Station, No 14 Hostel provides a swimming pool and complimentary Wi-Fi. It is also a brief car ride from Scenic World Blue Mountains and The Three Sisters.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.2
Excellent
625 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
428 Pitt Street, 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.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.9
Good
657 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
304 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Providing a shuttle service to Sydney Airport, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi, the hotel is a comfortable place to stay in Sydney. It also offers a rooftop terrace, plus views of the Sydney Opera House, Eastern Suburbs and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.1
Excellent
368 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
7.6
Good
1810 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.2
Good
574 reviews
Location
2.6 mi from city centre
207 Cleveland Street, 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.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
6.9
Good
758 reviews
Location
0.8 mi 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 April 27, 2024.
Cheapest month:April
Most expensive month:February
Average price in Sydney:$89/night
Cheapest price found:$15/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$46 - $130
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$63 - $147
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 4,796 properties in Sydney and data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Our users rated these Sydney hostels among the best places to stay. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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79 Palmer Street, Townsville, QLD, Australia
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$41
Avg. per night
186 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
4.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$37
Avg. per night
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$42
Avg. per night
24-28 Raglan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
7.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
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256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.4 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
$35
Avg. per night
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$38
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 April 27, 2024
Out of the hostels in Sydney we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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243-247 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$18
Avg. per night
7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$20
Avg. per night
40 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$22
Avg. per night
153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$22
Avg. per night
141 William Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$23
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 April 27, 2024.
hostels located in the Sydney area sorted by price and hostel class. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
3 stars
3 stars
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
477 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia

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Other accommodations in Sydney

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Sydney. There are 4,796 properties in Sydney and price data was last updated on April 27, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $89/night.
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Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
$65
Avg. per night
Kirribilli, NSW, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$76
Avg. per night
38 College Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$124
Avg. per night
2 Lee Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$279
Avg. per night
58-62 Delhi Road, North Ryde, North Ryde, NSW, Australia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$89
Avg. per night
80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$199
Avg. per night
11 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$198
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1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$195
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sydney

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Sydney to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on April 27, 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 April 27, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    On average, it’s $89/night for a hostel in Sydney, though $32/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $16/night in Sydney. Try to avoid booking your hostel in February (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Sydney?

    Based on our data, The Pod Sydney is the best Sydney hostel, with a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,839 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Sydney that aren’t far from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, then the closest one is Cambridge Lodge, which is 3.0 mi away.

  • What area of Sydney is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Sydney, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Sydney CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Nomads Sydney - Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Sydney closest to Sea Life Sydney Aquarium?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Sea Life Sydney Aquarium while in Sydney, then opt for the popular Siesta Sydney with a 7.4/10 review score from 2,554 users. The distance from Sea Life Sydney Aquarium to Siesta Sydney is 0.2 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Sydney hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Sydney is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

  • Does Sydney have hostels with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Sydney has 24 hostels with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Yha Sydney Harbour is the most popular Sydney hostel with this amenity.

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