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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for East Sydney hostels

A group of people toasting with drinks at a table with a balustrade, surrounded by trees.

1. The Pacific House Hostel

The Pacific House Hostel
2.0 star property
Woolloomooloo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Great location, Clean and confortable. Simple continental breakfast thay will set you to start the day. Great staff, very helpful. Bathrooms and kitchen very clean, as well as the rooms."
Australia
Inês
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Pacific House Hostel
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

2. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (55 reviews)
"Stayed on a solo trip for a week. First time In Australia and I found the hostel was a good fit for me I had the private room with en suite bathroom which was nice. It’s perfect for a solo traveler or a couple."
United States
Trevor
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

3. Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.0 out of 10, Good, (88 reviews)
"Loved my stay "
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Original Backpackers
Living area

4. Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point

Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.4 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"had a nice stay with my friend, recommend for a short stay"
Ireland
Chelsea
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

5. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
YHA Sydney Harbour
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

6. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (873 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
YHA Sydney Central
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

7. Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (423 reviews)
"Place is basic but really nice helpful check in staff"
Australia
Ian
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Big Backpackers Hostel
A reception area with a white reception desk, three round mirrors on the wall, and a hanging woven light fixture above the desk.

8. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (479 reviews)
"So impressed by this facility and staff….They have this concept down! Clean, safe, and remarkably quiet during quiet hours…terrific value and with the modern gym and sauna I realized they had far exceeded my expectations. Thank you for the great stay!"
United States
Leo
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
A room with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden bench outside.

9. Glebe Terraces

Glebe Terraces
2.0 star property
Glebe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and energetic, common areas of beautiful indoors, plenty of seating, oversize couches, outdoor wooden tables, green jungly landscape. The kitchen is spacious and clean with everybody following the rules"
Australia
Catherine
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Glebe Terraces
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large sink, and a green-tiled backsplash.

10. Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney

Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (40 reviews)
"Great place great staff great establishment"
Australia
Benjamin
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
A bar with a rustic brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and two TVs mounted above the bar area.

11. Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (471 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

12. Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers
1.5 star property
Haymarket
6.8 out of 10, (976 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Maze Backpackers
Property entrance

13. 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 NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Pod Sydney - Hostel
Two women sitting on a concrete ledge by the beach with a view of the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

14. Little Drifter Bondi Beach

Little Drifter Bondi Beach
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (65 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, our room was clean and comfortable, great location and reasonably priced. I would recommend The Little Drifter at Bondi Beach."
Australia
Jackie
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a tree, and a building entrance.

15. 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 NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Little Drifter Surry Hills
A covered outdoor patio with a sofa, table, and chairs.

16. Cambridge Lodge - Hostel

Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Stanmore
7.8 out of 10, Good, (290 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 NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent corner entrance and a visible address sign.

17. 790 on George Backpackers

790 on George Backpackers
2.0 star property
Haymarket
7.6 out of 10, Good, (352 reviews)
"A"
United Kingdom
li xiang
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
790 on George Backpackers
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

18. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (109 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

19. Little Drifter Glebe

Little Drifter Glebe
2.0 star property
Glebe
6.6 out of 10, (137 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 NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Little Drifter Glebe
A woman standing at the entrance of a building labeled "Beach House."

20. Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel
1.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (100 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful location, good vibes."
Australia
Alexander
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Stoke Beach House - Hostel
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Top East Sydney Hotel Reviews

ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay - and very convenient location."
Elizabeth 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
ADGE Hotel & Residences

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East Sydney Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,752
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$128
Highest Price
NZ$263

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