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Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney

Sydney CBD, Sydney

Well located in the centre of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is within 800 metres of Central Station Sydney and less than 1 km of International Convention Centre Sydney.

J
Juan Diego
From
Thailand
everything was Amazing!! Kevin, the receptionist, was absolutely cool and help me with everything. At the end of my stay I had a problem with my luggage and the staff contact me by Whatsapp to help me recover it again. They are extraordinary cool people! and the place is so, so beautiful!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,555 reviews
Price from
US$41.26
1 night, 2 adults

The Pacific House

Woolloomooloo, Sydney

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

E
Eduardo
From
Brazil
Perfect hostel to stay. Nice location and facilities. The staff is very friendly and supportive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,583 reviews
Price from
US$136.20
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Bondi, Sydney

Voted ‘Sydney's Most Popular Hostel’ & 'Best Social Hostel in Oceania' at the 2025 Hostelworld HOSCAR Awards, a stay with Wake Up! Bondi Beach lets you live that iconic Aussie lifestyle.

C
Chelsea
From
New Zealand
clean bathrooms and rooftop area, perfect location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Price from
US$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

Little Coogee Hotel

Coogee, Sydney

Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodation just 800m from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.

B
Bruno Henrique
From
Brazil
THe staff is something else, extremely friendly and lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,112 reviews
Price from
US$148.96
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Potts Point

Potts Point, Sydney

Awake to free breakfast each morning at Tequila Sunrise Potts Point. This hostel is just 2 minutes’ walk from Kings Cross Station and several bars, clubs and restaurants.

G
Gyungseo
From
South Korea
It was best expierence while i was stay in sydney. They upgraded my room and they also offered me free food. Pod bed is also very good. They upgraded their bed recently.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,362 reviews
Price from
US$49.79
1 night, 2 adults

Siesta Sydney

Sydney CBD, Sydney

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.

B
BOWEI
From
Japan
Vanessa is a very nice person, thanks a lot
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,104 reviews
Price from
US$111.02
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Sydney Central

Sydney CBD, Sydney

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

J
Jordi
From
Netherlands
Super friendly staff. We attended the Fiesta Friday with an hour of free sangria's, and after that entry to the club in their basement. We really recommend this hostel, especially when you travel alone or with a friend. You will definitely make new friends. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,534 reviews
Price from
US$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Harbour

Sydney CBD, Sydney

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

C
Cristian Andrés
From
Chile
The ubication is amazing, the personal is the best, they are so kind and always aviable to help you with the best attitude. the rooms always clean, and my congratulations to the manager Tomás Perez always there to bring the best solutions for everything quickly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,753 reviews
Price from
US$147.37
1 night, 2 adults

Stoke Beach House

Manly, Sydney

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

L
Ligia
From
Germany
Great hostel! I had a nice stay there. Good breakfast, nice people, staff & guests. Perfect location to spend some days at the beach. They organize also events like pub crawl, yoga classes or BBQ evenings. You can book surf lessons or rent snorkel, beach volleyball or board.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,011 reviews
Price from
US$92.52
1 night, 2 adults

Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney

Darlinghurst, Sydney

Featuring a terrace, Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney is set in Sydney in the New South Wales region, less than 1 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and a 11-minute walk from Art Gallery of New South...

s
sven
From
Germany
Everything perfect. Very relaxed. After checkout it was no problem to use all the facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,188 reviews
Price from
US$49.96
1 night, 2 adults
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Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney

Sydney CBD, Sydney

Well located in the centre of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is within 800 metres of Central Station Sydney and less than 1 km of International Convention Centre Sydney.

J
Juan Diego
From
Thailand
everything was Amazing!! Kevin, the receptionist, was absolutely cool and help me with everything. At the end of my stay I had a problem with my luggage and the staff contact me by Whatsapp to help me recover it again. They are extraordinary cool people! and the place is so, so beautiful!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,555 reviews
Price from
US$41.26
1 night, 2 adults

The Pacific House

Woolloomooloo, Sydney

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

E
Eduardo
From
Brazil
Perfect hostel to stay. Nice location and facilities. The staff is very friendly and supportive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,583 reviews
Price from
US$136.20
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Bondi, Sydney

Voted ‘Sydney's Most Popular Hostel’ & 'Best Social Hostel in Oceania' at the 2025 Hostelworld HOSCAR Awards, a stay with Wake Up! Bondi Beach lets you live that iconic Aussie lifestyle.

C
Chelsea
From
New Zealand
clean bathrooms and rooftop area, perfect location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Price from
US$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

Little Coogee Hotel

Coogee, Sydney

Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodation just 800m from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.

B
Bruno Henrique
From
Brazil
THe staff is something else, extremely friendly and lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,112 reviews
Price from
US$148.96
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Potts Point

Potts Point, Sydney

Awake to free breakfast each morning at Tequila Sunrise Potts Point. This hostel is just 2 minutes’ walk from Kings Cross Station and several bars, clubs and restaurants.

G
Gyungseo
From
South Korea
It was best expierence while i was stay in sydney. They upgraded my room and they also offered me free food. Pod bed is also very good. They upgraded their bed recently.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,362 reviews
Price from
US$49.79
1 night, 2 adults

Siesta Sydney

Sydney CBD, Sydney

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.

B
BOWEI
From
Japan
Vanessa is a very nice person, thanks a lot
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,104 reviews
Price from
US$111.02
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Sydney Central

Sydney CBD, Sydney

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

J
Jordi
From
Netherlands
Super friendly staff. We attended the Fiesta Friday with an hour of free sangria's, and after that entry to the club in their basement. We really recommend this hostel, especially when you travel alone or with a friend. You will definitely make new friends. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,534 reviews
Price from
US$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Harbour

Sydney CBD, Sydney

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

C
Cristian Andrés
From
Chile
The ubication is amazing, the personal is the best, they are so kind and always aviable to help you with the best attitude. the rooms always clean, and my congratulations to the manager Tomás Perez always there to bring the best solutions for everything quickly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,753 reviews
Price from
US$147.37
1 night, 2 adults

Stoke Beach House

Manly, Sydney

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

L
Ligia
From
Germany
Great hostel! I had a nice stay there. Good breakfast, nice people, staff & guests. Perfect location to spend some days at the beach. They organize also events like pub crawl, yoga classes or BBQ evenings. You can book surf lessons or rent snorkel, beach volleyball or board.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,011 reviews
Price from
US$92.52
1 night, 2 adults

Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney

Darlinghurst, Sydney

Featuring a terrace, Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney is set in Sydney in the New South Wales region, less than 1 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and a 11-minute walk from Art Gallery of New South...

s
sven
From
Germany
Everything perfect. Very relaxed. After checkout it was no problem to use all the facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,188 reviews
Price from
US$49.96
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,583 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,881 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,534 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,555 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,753 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,038 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Sydney and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 987 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.

From US$182.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,053 reviews

Welcome to Maze Backpackers – Your Home Away from Home! Located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant CBD, our hostel offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.

From US$99.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews

Offering free WiFi, a shared lounge and Kitchen facility, Cozy M Hostel is located 10 minutes' walk from the bars, restaurants and clubs of Kings Cross.

From US$201.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 584 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.

From US$144.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews

Well situated in the Surry Hills district of Sydney, AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney is situated 1.2 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum, 1.6 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales and 1.5 km from...

From US$147.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,684 reviews

Welcome to Big Backpackers Hostel – Your Home Away From Home in the Heart of Sydney!

From US$114.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,881 reviews

Well set in the centre of Sydney, AZZURRO POD HOTEL Darling Harbour- Near ICC provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen.

From US$200.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,409 reviews

Set in Sydney and within 1.2 km of Hyde Park Barracks Museum, AZZURO POD HOTEL - Potts Point features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$106.96 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

In a prime location in the Ultimo district of Sydney, Boarding House in Center of City is set less than 1 km from Central Station Sydney, 1.7 km from International Convention Centre Sydney and 2.2 km...

Stay Today Hostel

Sydney
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Located within 5.4 km of Australian National Maritime Museum and 5.6 km of The Star Event Centre, Stay Today Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Sydney.

Save money on hostels in Sydney and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,972 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.

From US$91.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews

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

From US$132.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews

Head up to our fantastic rooftop for skyline views and sunny vibes, or unwind in our charming courtyard – both perfect spots for mingling and making new friends.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 692 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.

From US$157.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,034 reviews

Located less than 10 minutes' walk from Sydney's Central Train Station, the young and vibrant Secret Garden Backpackers offers modern dormitory accommodation with shared bathroom, kitchen and laundry...

The Village Glebe

Glebe, Sydney
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,788 reviews

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

Newtown Backpackers

Newtown, Sydney
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 967 reviews

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

From US$127.09 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Sydney

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Avg. price/night: US$144.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,534 reviews
Best hostel I've ever been in my whole life! Room was clean Common spaces were very big All was super clean A lot of events to meet new people
Guest review by
Pasquale
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews
Great location and the rooms are clean. Everything in the kitchen and bathroom works well. The staff are approachable, and it's a budget-friendly hostel!
Guest review by
Stephanie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews
Amazing value and superb location on the city. Much cheaper than other hostels, very small but clean and everyone super friendly. Female only so I felt very safe. En-suite in the dorms as well as bathroom on the hall so plenty of facilities. Kitchen was good size and clean.
Guest review by
Elise
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews
The hostel has a great location! There’s always at least one staff in case you need any help, free dinner every day and it’s perfect to socialize with other backpackers. All in all a place to recommend!
Guest review by
Sarah
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,583 reviews
Probably one of the best hostel vibes I’ve experienced. Great location, within walking distance to many attractions. The train station, light rail and buses are also close. I liked the various daily social activities the hostel provided and the free breakfast. The dining area is also a great way to meet people and is always lively. Bunk beds are quite big ( much bigger than standard) with curtains, charger and lamp.
Guest review by
Sarah
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews
I was impressed that the hostel seemed clean - with staff cleaning daily, and also AC worked marvellously in my room. Easy check in. Good quiet hostel if you're looking for a cheap stay in a great location.
Guest review by
Elisha
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews
The hostel offers budget-friendly accommodation without compromising on cleanliness or safety. Conveniently located near popular attractions and public transportation, making it easy for backpackers to explore the area.
Guest review by
Alyssa
Group
Avg. price/night: US$147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews
If you are a backpacker/tourist like me that is on a budget, this hostel is for you! Accommodation is incredibly cheap, great ambience and atmosphere. The rooms are on high standard regardless what you’ve paid for. One thing I love the most is that it is close to everything like shopping centre, restaurants, railway station as well as close to Sydney Opera House and other tourist attraction.
Guest review by
Emily
Solo traveller