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Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,823 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on 11 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $84/night.
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Yha Sydney Harbour
Yha Sydney Harbour

Yha Sydney Harbour

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 rooftop terrace, and a conference center. 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. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
3973 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
$83
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Maze Backpackers - Sydney
Maze Backpackers - Sydney

Maze Backpackers - Sydney

417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only hostel in Sydney with a 24-hour front desk Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Maze Backpackers offers 200 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Hair dryers and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.5
Good
3707 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
$49
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Yha Sydney Central
Yha Sydney Central

Yha Sydney Central

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
8.3
Excellent
3913 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
$62
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The Pacific House
The Pacific House

The Pacific House

50 Sir John Young Crescent, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk 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
8.4
Excellent
2409 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
$59
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Trademark Hostel Sydney
Trademark Hostel Sydney

Trademark Hostel Sydney

109 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with free breakfast, near Circular Quay Free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are available at this hostel. Housekeeping is available on request. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross offers 92 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
6.9
Good
565 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
$92
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Wake Up! Sydney Central
Wake Up! Sydney Central

Wake Up! Sydney Central

509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop 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
8.3
Excellent
2502 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
$58
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The Pod Sydney
The Pod Sydney

The Pod Sydney

Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel in Sydney, steps from Capitol Theatre A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a communal living room, and a reception hall are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. The Pod Sydney - Hostel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
9.0
Excellent
3128 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
$64
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Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel
Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel

Boardrider Backpackers and Budget Motel

Rear 63, The Corso, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Suburban hostel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace 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
6.0
Good
515 reviews
Location
11.6 km from city centre
$52
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Stoke Beach House
Stoke Beach House

Stoke Beach House

24-28 Raglan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Manly Wharf 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
8.5
Excellent
813 reviews
Location
11.6 km from city centre
$57
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The Village Surry Hills
The Village Surry Hills

The Village Surry Hills

207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Hyde Park Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Housekeeping is not available. Little Drifter Surry Hills offers 42 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.7
Good
1694 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
$52
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Travel insights for hostels in Sydney

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sydney including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is October ($69). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is June ($270).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Sunday ($121). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $281.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as $28, rising to an average cost of $128, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $32 for a 4-star hostel in Sydney for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sydney?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Sydney. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $44 per night.
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Top-rated Sydney hostels

Browse through properties in Sydney that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,823 properties in Sydney and data was last updated on 11 August 2025.
Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Sydney. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
Alice Springs YHA
Alice Springs YHA

Alice Springs YHA

Cnr Leichhardt Terrace & Parsons Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$116
Avg. per night
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Yha Hobart Central
Yha Hobart Central

Yha Hobart Central

9 Argyle Street, Hobart, TAS, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$78
Avg. per night
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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 $32 per night. There is currently one property in Sydney that can be booked for this price. Summer House Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sydney. Price data was last updated on 11 August 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Sydney we've come across for the dates selected. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
Summer House Backpackers
Summer House Backpackers

Summer House Backpackers

153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$32
Avg. per night
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Mango Tourist Hostel
Mango Tourist Hostel

Mango Tourist Hostel

110 Torquay, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia
8.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$35
Avg. per night
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Alice Lodge
Alice Lodge

Alice Lodge

4 Mueller Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
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Newtown Backpackers
Newtown Backpackers

Newtown Backpackers

5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
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Alice's Secret Travellers Inn
Alice's Secret Travellers Inn

Alice's Secret Travellers Inn

6 Khalick Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$40
Avg. per night
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790 on George Backpackers
790 on George Backpackers

790 on George Backpackers

790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$42
Avg. per night
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Big Backpackers Hostel
Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel

212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$44
Avg. per night
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Sydney Central Inn
Sydney Central Inn

Sydney Central Inn

428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$45
Avg. per night
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Cambridge Lodge
Cambridge Lodge

Cambridge Lodge

109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$47
Avg. per night
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The Village Glebe
The Village Glebe

The Village Glebe

256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$47
Avg. per night
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Original Backpackers
Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers

160-162 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night
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Backpackers Newcastle
Backpackers Newcastle

Backpackers Newcastle

42-44 Denison Street, Hamilton, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$47
Avg. per night
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Nomads St Kilda
Nomads St Kilda

Nomads St Kilda

17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$48
Avg. per night
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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 11 August 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Sydney. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
3 stars
Yha Sydney Harbour
Yha Sydney Harbour

Yha Sydney Harbour

110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$83
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Yha Sydney Central
Yha Sydney Central

Yha Sydney Central

11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$62
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The Village Surry Hills
The Village Surry Hills

The Village Surry Hills

207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$52
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Alice Springs YHA
Alice Springs YHA

Alice Springs YHA

Cnr Leichhardt Terrace & Parsons Street, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
$116
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790 on George Backpackers
790 on George Backpackers

790 on George Backpackers

790 George Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$42
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2 stars and under
Trademark Hostel Sydney
Trademark Hostel Sydney

Trademark Hostel Sydney

109 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$92
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Sydney Central Inn
Sydney Central Inn

Sydney Central Inn

428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$45
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The Village Glebe
The Village Glebe

The Village Glebe

256 Glebe Point Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$47
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Wake Up! Sydney Central
Wake Up! Sydney Central

Wake Up! Sydney Central

509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$58
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Summer House Backpackers
Summer House Backpackers

Summer House Backpackers

153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$32
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Other accommodations in Sydney

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Cockatoo Island Accommodation
Cockatoo Island Accommodation

Cockatoo Island Accommodation

Sydney, NSW, Australia
4.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$81
Avg. per night
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Ultimate Apartments Bondi Beach
Ultimate Apartments Bondi Beach

Ultimate Apartments Bondi Beach

Sydney, NSW, Australia
5.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$187
Avg. per night
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Cremorne Point Manor
Cremorne Point Manor

Cremorne Point Manor

6 Cremorne Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$131
Avg. per night
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Bayswater Boutique Lodge - Potts Point
Bayswater Boutique Lodge - Potts Point

Bayswater Boutique Lodge - Potts Point

Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
$124
Avg. per night
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Newtown Cozy Stays
Newtown Cozy Stays

Newtown Cozy Stays

Sydney, NSW, Australia
3.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$105
Avg. per night
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Jamala Wildlife Lodge
Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Canberra, ACT, Australia
5.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$1,787
Avg. per night
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YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$199
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Sydney

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sydney to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 11 August 2025.
Use the map to find hostels in Sydney that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

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 11 August 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    $85/night is an average price for a hostel in Sydney throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in February is the most expensive month to book, and in May is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Sydney hostels for as low as $26/night. In general, Sydney hostels for $61 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Sydney?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Sydney is The Pod Sydney. 3,128 users from HotelsCombined gave the The Pod Sydney a 9.0/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The closest Sydney hostel to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is Cambridge Lodge, which is 4.8 km away.

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

    Sydney CBD is the most popular area of Sydney to stay in. In the past year, 5% of HotelsCombined users looking for Sydney hostels searched within Sydney CBD. Nomads Sydney is a popular hostel in Sydney CBD if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Sydney closest to Sydney Opera House?

    Yha Sydney Harbour happens to be the most popular Sydney hostel near Sydney Opera House among our users. The Yha Sydney Harbour has a current rating of 8.9 from 3,973 HotelsCombined travellers. Sydney Opera House is also conveniently located just 0.9 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Sydney hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Sydney hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Sydney.

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

    27 hostels in Sydney currently have “Kitchen/kitchenette” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Yha Sydney Harbour, which is the most popular hostel in Sydney with this amenity.

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