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Well located in the Sydney CBD district of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is located 1 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, 1.4 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.4 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The property is 700 metres from Central Station Sydney, and within 1 km of the city centre.

I stayed here for 2 weeks. I loved breakfast and dinner were included on the price, food was great and different menu everyday. Also, the curtains for each bed give you some privacy. Your little box comes with a fan, light and you have enough space to hang a couple of clothes and organize your stuff. Room was cleaned everyday. Kevin helped me carrying my luggage upstairs the first night I got here and he was very nice giving me some information about lodging in Sydney. Tatiana was charismatic and attentive. She helped me with my extension and some other information. Chef and Laura were very welcoming and nice with the guests they even let me have some leftovers from dinner for my lunch next day. Balcony was so nice to just sit and chat to other people. Location was great too.

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8.3
Very good
1,606 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. All rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box, while some rooms come with a balcony and others also have garden views. The units feature bed linen.

i didn't have breakfast here but they do provide some simple but enough for people to enjoy breakfast here.

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8.5
Very good
2,532 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Private rooms and mixed or all-female dormitories are available. All rooms feature secure lockers and a bedside lamp and power point. All rooms have modern furnishings and large windows that allow plenty of natural light in. Private rooms feature a TV.

On top of meeting new people in the hostel, there are bar and club areas, with free drinks, different mingling activities, and most importantly, my favorite, free tours around Sydney: including beach walks, coastal walks, and city historic tours on Monday Wednesday, and Friday. The staff and tour guide Alex will even take superb drone photos and air-drop them immediately to you! I genuinely loved these tour surprises! I would for sure stay again next time I visit Sydney.

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8.1
Very good
2,115 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

The award-winning YHA Sydney Harbour boasts spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour. The hostel is within 10 minutes' walk of Wynyard Station, or if travelling by light rail, the Bridge St stop is also a 10-minute walk from the property. The hostel features private and dormitory rooms, a TV lounge, billiards and a fully equipped communal kitchen.

I liked this place, great location, friendly staff, everything was great, thank you❤

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8.6
Fabulous
4,871 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Located in Sydney, within 1.2 km of Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.2 km of The Star Event Centre, Lord Wolseley Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 800 metres from International Convention Centre Sydney, 1.5 km from Central Station Sydney and 2.6 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum. Art Gallery of New South Wales is 3.1 km from the hostel and The Royal Botanic Gardens is 3.2 km away.

Small and cute pub under but not much noise for us. The bathroom even though a shared one but always sparkling clean. Close to Tumbalong Park and Darling Harbour just 10 mins walk.

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8
Very good
171 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

Set in Sydney and within 600 metres of Central Station Sydney, VENUS Central Sydney - FEMALE ONLY HOSTEL features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is situated 2.1 km from The Royal Botanic Gardens, 1.9 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 2.4 km from The Star Event Centre. Guests can enjoy city views.

Beds were super comfortable and kitchen was amazing.

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8.1
Very good
795 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Set in Sydney and within 1.2 km of Hyde Park Barracks Museum, VENUS Potts Point - FEMALE ONLY HOSTEL - Long stay negotiable features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around less than 1 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales, 2.7 km from Central Station Sydney and 1.4 km from The Royal Botanic Gardens. The Star Event Centre is 4.2 km from the hostel and Harbour Bridge is 4.9 km away.

rooms are spacious and comfortable to stay

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8.2
Very good
767 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

The Lansdowne Hotel is a 10 minute walk from Chinatown and a 20 minute walk from Darling Harbour. Hop on a bus from outside the hostel, and you will reach Circular Quay, The Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge in less than 20 minutes.

The Lansdowne Hotel offers a range of private rooms and shared dormitory rooms. All rooms feature modern furnishings and were renovated in May 2017. Free WiFi is available.

Workers are always willing to help. Rooms are tidy!

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8.1
Very good
237 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

The refurbished property is home to a spacious living areas showcasing panoramic views of Bondi, the coastline and its surrounds. The multi-story hostel offers a range of room types from private twin and double rooms to 4 and 6 share mixed dormitories with a number of premium dormitory options looking straight over Bondi Beach.

Awesome location just over the road from beach and close to bus stop, simple well appointed rooms. Friendly staff, spotless bathroom and bedroom

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8.5
Very good
906 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Offering free WiFi, Manly Bunkhouse is located just 5 minutes' walk from Manly Beach. Most accommodation features a kitchenette. Guests enjoy a communal lounge area and kitchen.

Each room has a private bathroom, a locker, linen and private rooms also have a fridge and towels are provided. At Manly Bunkhouse you will find a large sunny garden and BBQ facilities.

Lovely house- walking distance to manly wharf and beach. Our room had everything we needed. Comfy stay.

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8.2
Very good
326 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

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  • Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,606 reviews

    Well located in the Sydney CBD district of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is located 1 km from International Convention Centre Sydney, 1.4 km from Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.4 km...

    The best thing is the beds that are covered and are very comfortable.

  • Wake Up! Sydney Central
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,115 reviews

    Located opposite Central Railway Station, Wake Up Sydney Central boasts a lively onsite bar/nightclub and a huge range of free activities.

    The location and their friendly and welcoming staff

  • Lord Wolseley Hotel
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 171 reviews

    Located in Sydney, within 1.2 km of Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.2 km of The Star Event Centre, Lord Wolseley Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi...

    The hotel is a quaint friendly place. Great location.

  • The Lansdowne Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 237 reviews

    The Lansdowne Hotel offers accommodation in Sydney, located an 11-minute walk from Central Station and opposite the busy Broadway Shopping Centre.

    Workers are always willing to help. Rooms are tidy!

  • Wake Up! Bondi Beach
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 906 reviews

    Located seconds from the sand and surf, Wake Up! Bondi Beach boasts a rooftop terrace furnished with umbrellas and deck chairs and has panoramic views of Bondi Beach, the coastline and its surrounds.

    clean bathrooms and rooftop area, perfect location

  • Stoke Beach House
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 658 reviews

    Looking for more than the average hotel experience? You’re in the right place!

    Modern clean and super social, staff were incredible

  • The Village Glebe
    Budget options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,438 reviews

    The Village Glebe offers accommodation in Sydney, in the inner city suburb of Glebe.

    It was easy access, everyone was friendly and helpful

  • 790 on George Backpackers
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,550 reviews

    In a convenient location in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), this backpacker hostel has free WiFi, shared kitchen and laundry facilities, plus air-conditioned rooms with secure lockers.

    It's the best location. It has lift and breakfast.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Sydney

  • YHA Sydney Harbour
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,870 reviews

    The award-winning YHA Sydney Harbour boasts spectacular rooftop views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.

    Great location, great facilities super clean modern

  • The Pacific House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,532 reviews

    The Pacific House features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Sydney. With free WiFi, this 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

    Convenient, clean and responsible use of facilities.

  • Manly Bunkhouse
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 326 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Manly Bunkhouse is located just 5 minutes' walk from Manly Beach. Most accommodation features a kitchenette. Guests enjoy a communal lounge area and kitchen.

    Its comfy, quiet, quite clean for a hostel, very flexible for booking

  • Sydney Pod Hotels - Darling Harbour
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 897 reviews

    Located in Sydney and with Australian National Maritime Museum reachable within 600 metres, Sydney Pod Hotels - Darling Harbour provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden,...

    great location. good price. easy to check in and out.

  • YHA Sydney Central
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,259 reviews

    This award-winning hostel, with indoor pool is housed in a heritage listed building opposite Central Station in Sydney CBD (Central Business District).

    Friendly staff. Clean and clear Hotel. Convinced place.

  • Big Backpackers Hostel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,751 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and free luggage storage, Big Backpackers Hostel is situated in a convenient location within walking distance from the city's attractions in Sydney.

    Very handy to train station , plenty of places to eat.

  • The Village Bondi Beach
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,473 reviews

    Located just 2 minutes' walk from world famous Bondi Beach, The Village Bondi Beach offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms.

    The staff was super nice and helpful! Location is 10/10.

  • Siesta Sydney
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,583 reviews

    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.

    Good location. Clean room. Nice kitchen, communal area

  • Mad Monkey Broadway
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 790 reviews

    Mad Monkey Broadway is located less than 10 minutes' walk from the University of Technology Sydney. Guests enjoy access to free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms have a shared bathroom.

    Very nice and cosy property with a fantastic location !

  • Coogee Beach House
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 497 reviews

    Coogee Beach House offers accommodation in Sydney, just 40 metres from Coogee Beach. Local shops, restaurants, bars and cafes are all within a 5-minute walk.

    Friendly staff and room-mates. Fabulous location and value

  • Cambridge Lodge
    Central location
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 563 reviews

    Located a 5-minute walk from Stanmore Railway Station, the Cambridge Lodge offers free street parking and free WiFi in public areas.

    Very good location and everything you need in one spot.

  • PodBed Coogee Beachside
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 374 reviews

    Situated only 2 minutes' walk from Coogee Beach, this property offers private rooms, dormitories and pod rooms, a communal terrace and a shared kitchen.

    Aya and Bebak were awesome always here to help people 👍

  • Maze Backpackers - Sydney
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,885 reviews

    Maze Backpackers is a lively hostel with an excellent location in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), 5 minutes' walk from Central Station. It offers 24-hour reception and laundry facilities.

    Perfect location and good vibes. I’ll come back ❤️

  • Mad Monkey Coogee Beach
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 175 reviews

    Located opposite Sydney’s popular Coogee Beach, Mad Monkey Coogee Beach offers dormitory rooms and free use of fishing equipment and snorkeling gear.

    It was clean. Staff actually cleaned the property.

  • Trademark Hostel Sydney
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 18 reviews

    Located in Sydney and with Hyde Park Barracks Museum reachable within 1.3 km, Trademark Hostel Sydney provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Great location and the staff were very friendly. Comfortable bed and great atmosphere. I'd stay again.

  • Mad Monkey Downtown
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 314 reviews

    Mad Monkey Downtown is a 2022 newly renovated hostel in the heart of Kings Cross. We offer FREE Wifi, FREE gym access, FREE events & FREE Xbox in our common area.

    The location is very close to the bus or train station

  • The Village Surry Hills
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 748 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from Central Railway Station, All rooms offer bed linen. The Village Surry Hills is just metres from bus stops offering bus services to Sydney’s top attractions.

    The location is great. Good barbie (hostel's courtesy)

  • Original Backpackers
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 485 reviews

    Set in a refurbished Victorian-style mansion, Original Backpackers offers free unlimited WiFi . Guests have access to a large shared kitchen and a communal lounge area with cable TV and Netflix.

    Free breakfast every day, free dinner 3 times a week

  • London Plane Backpackers
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 439 reviews

    Situated in Sydney and with Hyde Park Barracks Museum reachable within 1.4 km, London Plane Backpackers features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    It was in a great location and had everything we needed.

  • Nomads Sydney
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,142 reviews

    Nomads Sydney is in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District). It is 2 minutes’ walk from the famous Darling Harbour and several cafes, bars and nightlife options.

    Lovely friendly staff! Tom and Scotty were brilliant!

  • Sydney Central Inn
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 512 reviews

    Sydney Central Inn occupies a heritage building in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District). It offers free WiFi, shared kitchen, shared lounge area and laundry facilities.

    excellent location, room was clean and spacious enough

  • Summer House Newtown
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 711 reviews

    Offering an outdoor plunge pool, a communal terrace and a shared lounge area, Summer House Newtown is located in the heart of Newtown, just 3 minutes' walk from King Street's bustling restaurants,...

    Cheapest accommodation I found I Sydney, Thank you

  • Bondi Beach Backpackers
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 284 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach Backpackers offers dorm rooms and free use of surfboards, snorkelling equipment and body boards.

    Location was ideal, staff were helpful, friendly, and accommodating!

  • Highfield Private Hotel
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 413 reviews

    Highfield Hotel offers private room with access to free WiFi and a shared kitchen. Kings Cross Railway Station is a 3-minute walk away.

    L'emplacement est au top, tout est accessible à pied.

  • Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 428 reviews

    Located just 80 metres from Manly Beach, Boardriders offers budget accommodation aimed at young guests.

    The bed was so perfect everything was excellent thanks.

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  • Avg. price/night: £64.68
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,606 reviews
    The best Hostel ever!! I ve been in Tequila in Sydney and also in the Gold Coast and is it the best! Its very clean and people its really nice. The food is very good too. I recommend it always!
    sáez lópez
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £64.68
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,606 reviews
    best hostel in syd
    Ignacio
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £68.42
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,550 reviews
    Great location. Having coffee and a couple of Vegemite toast was fantastic. The upper bunk bed was comfy. Very impressed.
    SANDRA
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 793 reviews
    Great location (there's plenty of other hostels in the area - go somewhere else) - Cleaning team does a good job - Girls staying at the hostel are respectful to one another.
    Claire
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £107.75
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 68 reviews
    After booking the premises we noted that the property was very third grade and they did not except refunds so we just had to pay. This is more a Backpacker's Hostel and not suitable for normal guests even if it's cheap. By the advertising it looked like it had an ensuite. Not correct. You have to share the bathroom. When I asked about this they said there is only one room with an ensuite and it's booked. We ended up finding alternate accommodation and decided not to stay in this dump.
    ELS
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £65.33
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 439 reviews
    1. Hospitable staff, very warm-hearted service. 2. Great location. 3. Although it’s a new-opening hostel, the staffs are all willing to help if you need any assistance! 4. Highly recommend for those who’s first time in Sydney, it’s really a great start to meet new people there.
    Family with young children
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,473 reviews
    Staff and backpackers were very welcoming, hostel was clean and in a great location next to bondi beach.
    Alice
    Group
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,408 reviews
    the best hostel in Sydney. Highly recommend if you just arrived and want to save money. Or if you backpacker
    Artūras
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £62.11
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 711 reviews
    Great price, friendly staff and travellers. Great location. Groovy hostel And for bunk beds they were comfy
    C
    Caitlin
    Solo traveller
  • 6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,342 reviews
    The capsule itself was pretty good. I also liked the elevator. The location and price were great. I stayed because I needed to catch an early train to my actually holiday destination, so a cheap spot 300 meters from central station was exactly what I needed. I also like the privacy that capsules give which you don't get in traditional hostels just have bunk beds.
    Rhiannon
    Solo traveller

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