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Our top choices for New South Wales hostels

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1. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (487 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$130
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

2. Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers
1.5 star property
Haymarket
6.8 out of 10, (981 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a solo traveler, located centrally in the Sydney CBD, near both the light rail, bus and train lines. It’s also located a block away from a shopping center with a grocery store, pharmacy, and other eateries. While the building is quaint, the amenities, location and neighborhood make it a great place to base yourself if you plan on exploring Sydney."
United States
Irving
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Maze Backpackers
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

3. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (963 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
YHA Sydney Harbour
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

4. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (110 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

5. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
7.8 out of 10, Good, (60 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$138
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A dining area with round tables and wooden chairs, large windows with metal bars, and a white ceiling with recessed lighting.

6. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
1.0 star property
Pyrmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (115 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
A sauna with wooden benches and benches covered with blue and white striped towels.

7. The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Excellent all round - close to beach and town."
Australia
James
The Surf House - Hostel
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

8. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (876 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
YHA Sydney Central
A covered outdoor patio with a sofa, table, and chairs.

9. 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$130
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.

10. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"I really loved this hostel! I booked a private room for two. The staff were really nice and had great amenities"
Australia
Candelaria
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
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, (474 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large sink, and a green-tiled backsplash.

12. Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney

Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (43 reviews)
"Great place great staff great establishment"
Australia
Benjamin
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky terrain, and sparse vegetation.

13. Yamba Central - Hostel

Yamba Central - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yamba
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (197 reviews)
"Great room and restaurant downstairs. Centrally located and very comfortable. Would stay again."
Australia
Phillip
Yamba Central - Hostel
City view

14. Sydney Central Inn - Hostel

Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
7.2 out of 10, Good, (244 reviews)
"Comfy bed and great pillow "
Australia
Thawangorn
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

15. Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (424 reviews)
"Place is basic but really nice helpful check in staff"
Australia
Ian
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Big Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

16. Newtown Backpackers

Newtown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Newtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (58 reviews)
"Good room shops straight out the door and night life was great"
Australia
Emma
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Newtown Backpackers
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17. YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba

YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
2.0 star property
Katoomba
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
"Well-equipped, friendly & conveniently located YHA."
Australia
Guy
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
Two women sitting on a concrete ledge by the beach with a view of the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

18. 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$170
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

19. Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.2 out of 10, Good, (90 reviews)
"Loved my stay "
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Original Backpackers
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

20. 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$187
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Little Drifter Glebe
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Top New South Wales Hotel Reviews

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

8/10 Good
"good for the price. convenient to convention center spa was room temp one of two elevators was out of order"
Michael 5-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

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New South Wales Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,775
Accommodation
88 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$118
Highest Price
NZ$249

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