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Popular hostels in Sydney

Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 4,976 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on December 18, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $78/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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110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Overseas Passenger Terminal This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a rooftop terrace. 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. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
3609 reviews
Location
1.2 mi from city centre
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Capitol Theatre 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
8.0
Excellent
3457 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only Sydney hostel in Haymarket with a 24-hour front desk A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel offers 451 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.2
Excellent
2373 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
50 Sir John Young Crescent, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only Sydney hostel in Woolloomooloo with free breakfast 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
8.6
Excellent
2278 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
Rear 63, The Corso, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Suburban Sydney hostel in Manly with free breakfast A bar/lounge, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are onsite. Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel offers 27 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Digital television is provided. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. 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
5.9
Okay
475 reviews
Location
7.2 mi from city centre
24-28 Raglan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Manly Beach 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 shower/tub combinations. 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
8.3
Excellent
704 reviews
Location
7.2 mi from city centre
301 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Siesta Sydney hostel is located in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), within 15 minutes’ walk of major Sydney landmarks in Darling Harbour, The Rocks and Circular Quay. Offering simple accommodation with free WiFi, It is surrounded by an array of dining, entertainment, and shopping venues. Siesta Sydney offers non-smoking double rooms with central air conditioning. All guests receive shared access to bathroom, laundry and kitchen facilities. There is a large communal dining room. Free towels are provided on request. Siesta Sydney is 3 minutes’ walk from Wynyard Train Station. It is 20 minutes’ walk from the Opera House and Bondi Beach is 20 minutes’ drive away.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
2825 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
171 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Beach fun, near Coogee Beach 2 beach bars, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include barbecue grills and a vending machine. Weekly housekeeping is available. Coogee Beach House - Hostel offers 14 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.4
Good
523 reviews
Location
4.0 mi from city centre
79 Palmer Street, Townsville, QLD, Australia
Hotel with free breakfast, near Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include 24-hour room service, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Change of towels is available on request. Belmoral Corporate Suites offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Townsville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
822 reviews
Location
1.4 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 December 18, 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Sydney:$78/night
Cheapest price found:$18/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$32 - $147
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$34 - $104
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

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 $22 per night. There is currently one property in Sydney that can be booked for this price. Elizabeth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sydney. Price data was last updated on December 18, 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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490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$22
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243-247 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
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40 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$27
Avg. per night
153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$27
Avg. per night
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
$28
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256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
$28
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167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
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109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$30
Avg. per night
7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$30
Avg. per night
417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night
207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$33
Avg. per night
304 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$35
Avg. per night
Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$36
Avg. per night
160-162 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$36
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 December 18, 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.
3 stars
110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
301 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2 stars and under
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Other accommodations in Sydney

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Sydney. There are 4,976 properties in Sydney and price data was last updated on December 18, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $78/night.
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Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$104
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.6 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$121
Avg. per night
80 Pyrmont Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$220
Avg. per night
11 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$189
Avg. per night
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$174
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
$74
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$66
Avg. per night
Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.1 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$101
Avg. per night
95 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$311
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 December 18, 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 December 18, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    On average, it’s $79/night for a hostel in Sydney, though $29/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $18/night in Sydney. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in August (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 2,989 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, 0% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Sydney CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Sydney Backpackers 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 7.6/10 review score from 2,825 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 “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Sydney has 2 hostels with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Yha Sydney Central is the most popular Sydney hostel with this amenity.

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