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Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,136 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on 10 April 2026. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is $102/night.
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Yha Sydney Harbour
Yha Sydney Harbour

Yha Sydney Harbour

110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
4643 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
$223
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Yha Sydney Central
Yha Sydney Central

Yha Sydney Central

11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
4652 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
$138
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Wake Up! Bondi Beach
Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

110 Campbell Parade, Sydney, NSW, Australia
At Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel, spend the day relaxing on the nearby beach or pampering yourself at the hostel's full-service spa. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.2
Excellent
1094 reviews
Location
6.3 km from city centre
$133
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Sydney Central Inn
Sydney Central Inn

Sydney Central Inn

428 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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. It is a 5-minute walk from Central Station. Guests enjoy ground floor access to the Chamberlain Bar & Bistro. Surrounded by vibrant nightlife, Sydney Central Inn is 5 minutes' walk from Chinatown and 15 minutes' walk from Darling Harbour. The Sydney Opera House is 10 minutes' drive away. The property can arrange an airport shuttle pick up service. Accommodation at Sydney Central Inn includes dormitory rooms, as well as private rooms with TV and fridge. All rooms have shared spacious bathroom facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.6
Good
1493 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
$134
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Siesta Sydney
Siesta Sydney

Siesta Sydney

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
8.0
Excellent
3831 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
$172
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The Pacific House
The Pacific House

The Pacific House

50 Sir John Young Crescent, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
8.3
Excellent
2819 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
$164
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Cozy M Hostel
Cozy M Hostel

Cozy M Hostel

132 Bourke Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
This smoke-free hotel features a rooftop terrace, a microwave in a common area, and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a TV in a common area. Change of towels is available on request. Cozy M Hostel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.4
Excellent
1060 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
$148
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Stoke Beach House
Stoke Beach House

Stoke Beach House

24-28 Raglan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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 showers. 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
881 reviews
Location
11.6 km from city centre
$132
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Little Drifter Surry Hills
Little Drifter Surry Hills

Little Drifter Surry Hills

207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
1797 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
$139
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Coogee Beach House
Coogee Beach House

Coogee Beach House

171 Arden Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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
7.2
Good
584 reviews
Location
6.5 km from city centre
$178
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Travel insights for hostels in Sydney

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is January ($32). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is August ($220).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Tuesday ($58). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $217.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as $32, rising to an average cost of $142, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $41 for a 4-star hostel in Sydney for tonight.

How much is a Sydney hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Sydney this weekend for as little as $39/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $39/night. For a 4-star hostel in Sydney, the cheapest rate recently found was $44/night for this weekend.

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 $60 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 $67 per night. There is currently one property in Sydney that can be booked for this price. The Social Hotel, Sydney is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sydney. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026
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.
The Social Hotel, Sydney
The Social Hotel, Sydney

The Social Hotel, Sydney

304 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$67
Avg. per night
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Maze Backpackers
Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers

417 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$96
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
$96
Avg. per night
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Summer House Kings Cross
Summer House Kings Cross

Summer House Kings Cross

153 Forbes Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$106
Avg. per night
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Nomads Sydney
Nomads Sydney

Nomads Sydney

477 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$109
Avg. per night
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Manly Bunkhouse
Manly Bunkhouse

Manly Bunkhouse

35 Pine Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
12.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$111
Avg. per night
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Big Hostel
Big Hostel

Big Hostel

212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$112
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
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$112
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
$113
Avg. per night
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Wake Up! Sydney Central
Wake Up! Sydney Central

Wake Up! Sydney Central

509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$115
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
$118
Avg. per night
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Little Drifter Bondi
Little Drifter Bondi

Little Drifter Bondi

19 Lamrock Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
6.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$122
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
$125
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 10 April 2026.
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.
4 stars +
The Social Hotel, Sydney
The Social Hotel, Sydney

The Social Hotel, Sydney

304 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$67
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3 stars
Yha Sydney Harbour
Yha Sydney Harbour

Yha Sydney Harbour

110 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$223
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Cozy M Hostel
Cozy M Hostel

Cozy M Hostel

132 Bourke Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$148
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Little Drifter Surry Hills
Little Drifter Surry Hills

Little Drifter Surry Hills

207 Cleveland Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$139
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Yha Sydney Central
Yha Sydney Central

Yha Sydney Central

11 Rawson Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$138
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2 stars and under
Wake Up! Sydney Central
Wake Up! Sydney Central

Wake Up! Sydney Central

509 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$115
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Little Drifter Bondi
Little Drifter Bondi

Little Drifter Bondi

19 Lamrock Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$122
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Wake Up! Bondi Beach
Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Wake Up! Bondi Beach

110 Campbell Parade, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$133
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Cambridge Lodge
Cambridge Lodge

Cambridge Lodge

109 Cambridge Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$96
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Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

107-109 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
$77
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Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection
Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection

Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection

11 Hickson Road, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$368
Avg. per night
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Hyde Park Inn
Hyde Park Inn

Hyde Park Inn

271 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$204
Avg. per night
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YEHS Hotel Sydney CBD
YEHS Hotel Sydney CBD

YEHS Hotel Sydney CBD

88 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$135
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
$125
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 10 April 2026.
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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 10 April 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

    $103/night is an average price for a hostel in Sydney throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in March is the most expensive month to book, and in January is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Sydney hostels for as low as $32/night. In general, Sydney hostels for $76 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. 3,287 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, 2% of HotelsCombined users looking for Sydney hostels searched within Sydney CBD. Siesta 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 The Rocks Markets?

    Yha Sydney Harbour happens to be the most popular Sydney hostel near The Rocks Markets among our users. The Yha Sydney Harbour has a current rating of 8.9 from 4,643 HotelsCombined travellers. The Rocks Markets is also conveniently located just 0.3 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 “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    2 hostels in Sydney currently have “Pool” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Yha Sydney Central, which is the most popular hostel in Sydney with this amenity.

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