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Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

Well located in the center of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is within a 9-minute walk of Sydney Central Station and 0.6 miles of Sydney International Convention Centre.

J
Jun Liang
From
Singapore
Very clean. Staff were very helpful and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,555 reviews
Price from
$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. With free WiFi, this 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

L
LU
From
China
clean,convenient, well-equipped the bed is comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,576 reviews
Price from
$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.

d
de la Garza
From
Mexico
It’s great located beach front, lots of restaurants and boutiques. Nice staff, a whole kitchen to store food and cook.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,043 reviews
Price from
$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

Little Coogee Hotel

Coogee, Sydney

Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.

S
Sireix
From
France
Very nice people very clean rooms love the Australian vibe deco love the share kitchen very clean and practical love the terrasse
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,111 reviews
Price from
$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.

H
Hernan
From
Chile
I loved that they give breakfast and dinner The staff is super friendly and helpful The location its great, there is supermarkets, train station and u can walk to many places (opera house, botanic gardens, museums, bars, and city center) Its clean, the beds are really comfortable and there is space to make some friends in the common areas
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,367 reviews
Price from
$49.79
1 night, 2 adults

Siesta Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

Siesta Sydney hostel is located in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), within 15 minutes’ walk of major Sydney landmarks in Darling Harbor, The Rocks and Circular Quay.

X
Xuening
From
China
The hotel is in the CBD which is very convenient ,and room is very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,101 reviews
Price from
$111.02
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Sydney Central

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

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

A
Andrea
From
United States
How close it was to public transit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,537 reviews
Price from
$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Harbour

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

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

A
Alasdair
From
United Kingdom
It’s in such a great location. And the roof terrace has one of the best views of the Harbor. And a great pup up bar.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,747 reviews
Price from
$145.39
1 night, 2 adults

Stoke Beach House

Manly, Sydney

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

J
Janis
From
Canada
awesome location, great common areas, comfortable beds, free yoga classes, good vibes!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,009 reviews
Price from
$92.52
1 night, 2 adults

Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney

Darlinghurst, Sydney

Featuring a terrace, Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney is located in Sydney in the New South Wales region, a 11-minute walk from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 0.6 miles from Art Gallery of New South...

S
SERGIO ANDRES
From
United States
Costumer attention and clean rooms. Kitchen. Rooftop. Definitely is amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Price from
$49.96
1 night, 2 adults
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Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

Well located in the center of Sydney, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Sydney is within a 9-minute walk of Sydney Central Station and 0.6 miles of Sydney International Convention Centre.

J
Jun Liang
From
Singapore
Very clean. Staff were very helpful and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,555 reviews
Price from
$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. With free WiFi, this 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

L
LU
From
China
clean,convenient, well-equipped the bed is comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,576 reviews
Price from
$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.

d
de la Garza
From
Mexico
It’s great located beach front, lots of restaurants and boutiques. Nice staff, a whole kitchen to store food and cook.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,043 reviews
Price from
$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

Little Coogee Hotel

Coogee, Sydney

Located in Sydney's Eastern Beachside Suburbs, Little Coogee Hotel offers modern hybrid accommodations just 2625 ft from Coogee Beach & Clovelly Beach.

S
Sireix
From
France
Very nice people very clean rooms love the Australian vibe deco love the share kitchen very clean and practical love the terrasse
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,111 reviews
Price from
$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.

H
Hernan
From
Chile
I loved that they give breakfast and dinner The staff is super friendly and helpful The location its great, there is supermarkets, train station and u can walk to many places (opera house, botanic gardens, museums, bars, and city center) Its clean, the beds are really comfortable and there is space to make some friends in the common areas
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,367 reviews
Price from
$49.79
1 night, 2 adults

Siesta Sydney

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

Siesta Sydney hostel is located in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), within 15 minutes’ walk of major Sydney landmarks in Darling Harbor, The Rocks and Circular Quay.

X
Xuening
From
China
The hotel is in the CBD which is very convenient ,and room is very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,101 reviews
Price from
$111.02
1 night, 2 adults

Wake Up! Sydney Central

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

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

A
Andrea
From
United States
How close it was to public transit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,537 reviews
Price from
$91.86
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Harbour

Sydney Central Business District, Sydney

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

A
Alasdair
From
United Kingdom
It’s in such a great location. And the roof terrace has one of the best views of the Harbor. And a great pup up bar.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,747 reviews
Price from
$145.39
1 night, 2 adults

Stoke Beach House

Manly, Sydney

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

J
Janis
From
Canada
awesome location, great common areas, comfortable beds, free yoga classes, good vibes!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,009 reviews
Price from
$92.52
1 night, 2 adults

Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney

Darlinghurst, Sydney

Featuring a terrace, Nate's Place Backpackers Sydney is located in Sydney in the New South Wales region, a 11-minute walk from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 0.6 miles from Art Gallery of New South...

S
SERGIO ANDRES
From
United States
Costumer attention and clean rooms. Kitchen. Rooftop. Definitely is amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Price from
$49.96
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Well set in the Ultimo district of Sydney, Boarding House in Center of City is located a 11-minute walk from Sydney Central Station, 1.1 miles from Sydney International Convention Centre and 1.4 miles...

Stay Today Hostel

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

Stay Today Hostel is offering accommodations in Sydney. The property is located 3.4 miles from Australian National Maritime Museum, 3.5 miles from The Star Event Centre and 3.6 miles from Sydney...

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 985 reviews

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

From $175.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,046 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 $99.13 per night

Cozy M Hostel

Woolloomooloo, Sydney
Budget options available
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 $201.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,678 reviews

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

From $128.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,410 reviews

Located in Sydney and within a 14-minute walk of Hyde Park Barracks Museum, AZZURO POD HOTEL - Potts Point features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From $113.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,973 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 $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 $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.

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 583 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 $142.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,415 reviews

In a prime location in the Surry Hills district of Sydney, AZZURRO POD HOTEL - Central Sydney is located a 6-minute walk from Sydney Central Station, 0.8 miles from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and a 19-...

From $147.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,883 reviews

Conveniently set in the center of Sydney, AZZURRO POD HOTEL Darling Harbour- Near ICC provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From $200.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 363 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.

From $138.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

Mad Monkey East Side is all about location - right in the midst of Kings Cross with bars, restaurants & cafes all around.

From $160.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews

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

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 $161.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews

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

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Hostels that guests love in Sydney

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Avg. price/night: $144.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,537 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,415 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,415 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 traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 687 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 traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,571 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,415 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $147.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,415 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 traveler