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Our top choices for Sydney Waterfront hostels

A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

1. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (951 reviews)
"Amazing location, very affordable best deal you can find in The Rocks area. Super clean, spacious communal area, and very quiet"
United States
Soline
The price is ₩179,745
₩197,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
YHA Sydney Harbour
A room with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden bench outside.

2. Glebe Terraces

Glebe Terraces
2.0 star property
Glebe
The price is ₩128,765
₩141,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Glebe Terraces
A covered outdoor patio with a sofa, table, and chairs.

3. Cambridge Lodge - Hostel

Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Stanmore
7.8 out of 10, Good, (289 reviews)
"This was an interesting hostel for sure! Very friendly staff and excellent neighbourhood and I'd definitely stay here again."
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩90,551
₩99,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
A reception area with a white reception desk, three round mirrors on the wall, and a hanging woven light fixture above the desk.

4. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (476 reviews)
"Clean room and great socials out on by staff!"
Canada
Kendra
The price is ₩123,644
₩136,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

5. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (870 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is ₩113,802
₩125,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
YHA Sydney Central
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

6. Stay Today Hostel

Stay Today Hostel
1.0 star property
Leichhardt
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"Lovely room for a great price, everything really clean and tidy would defo recommend!"
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is ₩110,553
₩192,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Stay Today Hostel
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

7. Little Drifter Glebe

Little Drifter Glebe
2.0 star property
Glebe
6.6 out of 10, (136 reviews)
"Charming area & hostel — recently refurbed. Good access to public transport & city. Helpful staff including assistance when my room key malfunctioned."
Australia
KATHLEEN
The price is ₩113,808
₩125,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Little Drifter Glebe
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large sink, and a green-tiled backsplash.

8. Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney

Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (38 reviews)
"perfect location&affordable prices "
Ireland
Maddison
The price is ₩106,142
₩116,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

9. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
7.8 out of 10, Good, (44 reviews)
"Ma"
Canada
Van Tri Dung
The price is ₩54,465
₩59,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a tree, and a building entrance.

10. Little Drifter Surry Hills

Little Drifter Surry Hills
2.0 star property
Redfern
7.4 out of 10, Good, (246 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful! Very good price and such a convenient location!"
Australia
Kiearna
The price is ₩121,937
₩134,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Little Drifter Surry Hills
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

11. Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers
1.5 star property
Haymarket
6.8 out of 10, (971 reviews)
"Staff are nice and helpful. The room and whole place are outdated and not very clean. Needs upgrading badly."
Australia
George
The price is ₩90,523
₩99,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Maze Backpackers

12. Newtown Backpackers

Newtown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Newtown
7.4 out of 10, Good, (57 reviews)
"Good room shops straight out the door and night life was great"
Australia
Emma
The price is ₩99,175
₩109,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Newtown Backpackers
A group of people toasting with drinks at a table with a balustrade, surrounded by trees.

13. The Pacific House Hostel

The Pacific House Hostel
2.0 star property
Woolloomooloo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Friendly staff, generous free breakfast, very decent sized air conditioned room, clean amenities ☺️"
Australia
Jess
The price is ₩116,336
₩127,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
The Pacific House Hostel
A bar with a rustic brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and two TVs mounted above the bar area.

14. Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (466 reviews)
"Unfortunately this place has a bedbugs problem "
Australia
Beverley
The price is ₩93,583
₩102,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A woman standing at the entrance of a building labeled "Beach House."

15. Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel
1.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (98 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful location, good vibes."
Australia
Alexander
The price is ₩127,722
₩140,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stoke Beach House - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

16. Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (420 reviews)
"Place is basic but really nice helpful check in staff"
Australia
Ian
The price is ₩117,872
₩129,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Big Backpackers Hostel
Two women sitting on a concrete ledge by the beach with a view of the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

17. Little Drifter Bondi Beach

Little Drifter Bondi Beach
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (61 reviews)
"Highly recommend great value for money "
United Kingdom
Ellie
The price is ₩110,195
₩121,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

18. Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.0 out of 10, Good, (87 reviews)
"Loved my stay "
United States
Tyler
The price is ₩131,692
₩144,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Original Backpackers
A dining area with round tables and wooden chairs, large windows with metal bars, and a white ceiling with recessed lighting.

19. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
1.0 star property
Pyrmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (111 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is ₩141,243
₩155,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

20. The Pod Sydney - Hostel

The Pod Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (391 reviews)
"Clean, nice staff!"
United States
amanda
The price is ₩138,188
₩152,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
The Pod Sydney - Hostel
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Top Sydney Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel right opposite the international terminal. Room was really nice. Modern, sleek and clean and a great walk-in-shower. Beds were super comfortable and despite being right in the airport was quiet."
Tracy 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

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Sydney Waterfront Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,104
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩59,912
Highest Price
₩197,719