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YHA Sydney Harbour

The Rocks

Donna

RM602 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Dec - 18 Dec

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Haymarket

Chris

RM736 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Dec - 12 Dec

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

YHA Sydney Central

Haymarket

Thatchanok

RM383 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Dec - 19 Dec

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Bondi Beach

ruben

RM625 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Stay Today Hostel

Leichhardt

"客室は清潔でベッドもセミダブルの大きさが良かったです。キッチン、洗濯機、乾燥機も清潔でとても使いやすかったです。近くに大きなスーパーもありとても便利です。浴室は日本人には少し使いにくいです。トイレと浴室は分けてもらえると嬉しいですね。脱衣所も欲しいです。週末は下のライブハウスがとても賑やかです。好きな人には良いですが静かに眠りたい人には不向きかな。夜中の2時頃まで音がきこえます。バスもたくさん走っているのでとても便利です。"

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Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Manly

George

RM518 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

Morning Bay

KIM SONG

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Dec - 13 Dec

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Pyrmont

Caroline

Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Sydney Central Business District

Nicholas

RM321 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Dec - 18 Dec

The Pacific House Hostel

Woolloomooloo

Lauren

RM546 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Dec - 17 Dec

Little Drifter Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach

Dylan G.

RM468 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Big Backpackers Hostel

Surry Hills

Sandra

RM376 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

Maze Backpackers

Haymarket

Brad

RM378 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Dec - 24 Dec

Original Backpackers

Potts Point

carolyn

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Dec - 17 Dec

Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel

Manly

Mara

RM568 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Dec - 12 Dec

790 on George Backpackers

Haymarket

Maurie

RM378 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel

Coogee

"The hostel is cosy and social. It’s not a party hostel, but people do socialise in the kitchen. The beds are the drawback here - they are rickety and every time someone moves in their bed, you can hear the springs. Also my bed moved every time the guy in the top bunk rolled around. I’m 193cm and couldn’t stretch out in the bed. Difficult to sleep. If you value your sleep, find another place. "

Justin

RM1,173 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Beach nearby, beach towels, 2 beach bars

Coogee Beach House - Hostel

Coogee

Taylor

RM634 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel

Manly

Merv

PodBed Coogee Beachside - Hostel

Coogee

Corinne

RM295 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Dec - 12 Dec

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The Grace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was "

Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were wonderful and accommodating & it felt welcoming right from the start. Wish I had checked out the restaurant at the top! The pool is amazing, but strange set up with lounges/chairs. Would be great to have more loungers. The gym is the BEST! Great set up, clean and has everything you need for a hotel workout. The Spa looked incredible, although we didn't make a booking there. The "Harbor Views" were the only downside, we just looked out on a busy highway, but all good- the amazing location made up for it. "

View Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Very much enjoyed our stay. Views of the harbour are outstanding. We were on the 13th floor so train noise didn’t bother us. Breakfast buffet has lots of choice. The special choice of 2 or 3 course dinner for hotel guests was superb so we did it 2x. They do the same one 2 days in a row, then change it, so be careful of that. They give you a glass of sparkling wine with it. Very nice staff. Highly recommend this hotel. Forgot to mention to go to Central Station and buy a train pass. We asked what to get and they suggested $35 purchase. We used it a lot, including a return trip to Manly on the ferry from Central Quay."

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Accommodation	64 Hostels
Lowest Price	RM295
Highest Price	RM1,173

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Sydney?

By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your money for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social setting.

What are the best hostels in Sydney?

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking: Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Central Light Rail Station and Capitol Square Light Rail Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. YHA Sydney Harbour - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wynyard Station and Sydney Circular Quay Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a rooftop terrace. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Maze Backpackers - Located steps from Capitol Theatre. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as an arcade/games room. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. YHA Sydney Central - 2-minute walk from Central Light Rail Station for easy access to public transport. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool and a restaurant. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Convention Light Rail Station and Exhibition Light Rail Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

How many hostels are there in Sydney?

If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Sydney, one of Expedia's 41 hostels could be a great option for you.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Sydney?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Sydney is 867 mm.

What is there to see and do in Sydney?

Overall, Sydney is known for its museums, restaurants and theatres. Major attractions include Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Get out into nature with places such as Manly Beach, The Domain and Hyde Park. Cultural attractions include Theatre Royal, Hyde Park Barracks Museum and Museum of Sydney.

What's the best way to get to and around Sydney while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Sydney in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Sydney Airport (SYD), 5.3 mi (8.6 km) away. An alternative is Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), which is 53.5 mi (86.1 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Martin Place Station, Wynyard Station and St. James Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Sydney Circular Quay Station, Exhibition Centre Station or Sydney Central Station.

Budget Hostels from RM295

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Our top choices for Sydney hostels

YHA Sydney Harbour

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

YHA Sydney Central

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Stay Today Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel

YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Nomads Sydney - Hostel

The Pacific House Hostel

Little Drifter Bondi Beach

Big Backpackers Hostel

Maze Backpackers

Original Backpackers

Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel

790 on George Backpackers

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel

Coogee Beach House - Hostel

Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel

PodBed Coogee Beachside - Hostel

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