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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.

N
Nicholas
From
United States
The staff keeps the place clean, and the beds are great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,591 reviews
Price from
US$68.68
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.

S
Simon
From
Singapore
I love the vibe of the hostel, the amenities were well maintained and well planned. It included breakfast. The people were generally good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,543 reviews
Price from
US$138.26
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.

L
Leoni
From
Germany
Really social I enjoyed it here
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,043 reviews
Price from
US$93.25
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.

M
Mariella
From
Austria
The dorms are nice and clean with its own bathroom - very comfortable. The common areas (kitchen and terrace) are very nice, big enough and clean. The activities like the barbecue are very nice and good to meet other people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,102 reviews
Price from
US$151.21
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.

A
Agustin
From
Uruguay
Free breakfast and dinner. Really nice and complete. Perfect rooftop for relaxing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,398 reviews
Price from
US$52.74
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.

A
Alessandra
From
Germany
The Wake up sydney hostel was the best hostel I have ever been to! The staff is also super nice. There are plenty of free activities organized and therefore it’s Perfect if you want to meet some new people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,517 reviews
Price from
US$93.25
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.

A
Annelies
From
Belgium
Best hostel i've been to in Australia. It's modern / newly build, right in the center, with a nice rooftop terrace. Building is very cool - build on top of some old ruins. lots of kitchen space, lots of communal areas to hang, ... Beds were good and rooms were spacious - with individual lights and powerplugs, and lockers with power outlets inside.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,708 reviews
Price from
US$146.92
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...

W
Wakawaaka
From
United States
Renovated a month ago. Spacious bathroom, shower, new utensils, new bed, comfy duvet, accommodating staff, and nice location! They even have various daily event programs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,210 reviews
Price from
US$50.72
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Central

Sydney CBD, Sydney

This award-winning hostel, with indoor pool is housed in a heritage listed building opposite Central Station in Sydney CBD (Central Business District).

M
Melchor
From
Philippines
The location is nice. Comfortable and has good internet connection.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,006 reviews
Price from
US$99.96
1 night, 2 adults

Lord Wolseley Hotel

Ultimo, Sydney

Located in Sydney, within 1.2 km of Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.2 km of The Star Event Centre, Lord Wolseley Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi...

L
Leah
From
United States
Such a fun place to stay! The bar downstairs is a really happening scene!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 516 reviews
Price from
US$87.21
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.

N
Nicholas
From
United States
The staff keeps the place clean, and the beds are great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,591 reviews
Price from
US$68.68
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.

S
Simon
From
Singapore
I love the vibe of the hostel, the amenities were well maintained and well planned. It included breakfast. The people were generally good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,543 reviews
Price from
US$138.26
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.

L
Leoni
From
Germany
Really social I enjoyed it here
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,043 reviews
Price from
US$93.25
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.

M
Mariella
From
Austria
The dorms are nice and clean with its own bathroom - very comfortable. The common areas (kitchen and terrace) are very nice, big enough and clean. The activities like the barbecue are very nice and good to meet other people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,102 reviews
Price from
US$151.21
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.

A
Agustin
From
Uruguay
Free breakfast and dinner. Really nice and complete. Perfect rooftop for relaxing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,398 reviews
Price from
US$52.74
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.

A
Alessandra
From
Germany
The Wake up sydney hostel was the best hostel I have ever been to! The staff is also super nice. There are plenty of free activities organized and therefore it’s Perfect if you want to meet some new people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,517 reviews
Price from
US$93.25
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.

A
Annelies
From
Belgium
Best hostel i've been to in Australia. It's modern / newly build, right in the center, with a nice rooftop terrace. Building is very cool - build on top of some old ruins. lots of kitchen space, lots of communal areas to hang, ... Beds were good and rooms were spacious - with individual lights and powerplugs, and lockers with power outlets inside.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,708 reviews
Price from
US$146.92
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...

W
Wakawaaka
From
United States
Renovated a month ago. Spacious bathroom, shower, new utensils, new bed, comfy duvet, accommodating staff, and nice location! They even have various daily event programs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,210 reviews
Price from
US$50.72
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Sydney Central

Sydney CBD, Sydney

This award-winning hostel, with indoor pool is housed in a heritage listed building opposite Central Station in Sydney CBD (Central Business District).

M
Melchor
From
Philippines
The location is nice. Comfortable and has good internet connection.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,006 reviews
Price from
US$99.96
1 night, 2 adults

Lord Wolseley Hotel

Ultimo, Sydney

Located in Sydney, within 1.2 km of Australian National Maritime Museum and 1.2 km of The Star Event Centre, Lord Wolseley Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi...

L
Leah
From
United States
Such a fun place to stay! The bar downstairs is a really happening scene!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 516 reviews
Price from
US$87.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

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.

Most booked hostels in Sydney and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,990 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,958 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,543 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,932 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,517 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,591 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5,708 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Sydney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,006 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,990 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$100.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,958 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$84.12 per night

London Gate Backpackers Hotel

Sydney
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, London Gate Backpackers Hotel is located in Sydney, 1.6 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum and 1.1 km from Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews

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

From US$97.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 687 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$135.63 per night

The Village Glebe

Glebe, Sydney
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,783 reviews

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

From US$87.21 per night

Newtown Backpackers

Newtown, Sydney
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 957 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$111.81 per night

Cambridge Lodge

Sydney
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews

Located a 5-minute walk from Stanmore Railway Station, the Cambridge Lodge offers free street parking and free WiFi in public areas.

From US$105.32 per night

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, 967 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$83.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,073 reviews

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.

From US$120.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 565 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$130.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,434 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$118.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,637 reviews

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

From US$106.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,433 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$110.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 360 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 US$128 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 573 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$114.04 per night

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Sydney and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 44 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$106.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,517 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$118.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,434 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$118.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,434 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, 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$140.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,543 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$118.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,434 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
Avg. price/night: US$118.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,434 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