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Our top choices for New South Wales hostels

A red brick building with a 'wake up!' sign, multiple windows, and a small entrance.

1. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (492 reviews)
"good"
Hong Kong SAR China
MAN FAI
The price is Rp1.870.046
Rp2.057.051 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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, (982 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 Rp1.440.906
Rp1.584.997 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Maze Backpackers
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

3. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
7.6 out of 10, Good, (62 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 Rp1.741.966
Rp1.916.163 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A view of a beach from a window with blinds, featuring the ocean, beach, palm trees, and parked cars.

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
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
A modern cafe with wooden tables, cushioned seating, and large green plants.

5. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (971 reviews)
"The location of this property is beyond excellent!"
United States
Wanting
The price is Rp3.259.964
Rp3.586.024 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
YHA Sydney Harbour
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, (120 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is Rp1.827.350
Rp2.010.085 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
A wooden door with a window, a doorbell, and a sign that reads "Guest Laundry".

7. The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Excellent all round - close to beach and town."
Australia
James
The price is Rp3.727.562
Rp4.100.318 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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, (877 reviews)
"fair price for solo trip. you get what paid for."
Australia
QIANYING
The price is Rp1.733.287
Rp1.906.591 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
YHA Sydney Central
A spacious lounge area with leather sofas and a brick wall.

9. Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (477 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is Rp1.015.941
Rp1.117.535 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A covered outdoor patio with a sofa, table, and chairs.

10. Cambridge Lodge - Hostel

Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Stanmore
7.8 out of 10, Good, (292 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 Rp1.159.029
Rp1.274.932 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a building with large windows in the background.

11. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 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 Rp2.077.829
Rp2.285.612 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bathroom with a toilet and a shower.

12. Little Drifter Glebe

Little Drifter Glebe
2.0 star property
Glebe
6.8 out of 10, (138 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 Rp1.456.720
Rp1.602.392 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Little Drifter Glebe
A staircase leading to a covered area with ornate white railings and lush greenery.

13. Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.2 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"Loved my stay "
United States
Tyler
The price is Rp1.670.616
Rp1.837.678 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Original Backpackers
Outdoor pool

14. Newtown Backpackers

Newtown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Newtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (59 reviews)
"Good room shops straight out the door and night life was great"
Australia
Emma
The price is Rp1.401.229
Rp1.541.352 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Newtown Backpackers
A person standing on a rocky outcrop with a panoramic view of a mountainous landscape.

15. YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba

YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
2.0 star property
Katoomba
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (291 reviews)
"Our 1 night stay was good, all cleaned."
Australia
Milani
The price is Rp1.148.549
Rp1.263.403 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large sink, and a green-tiled backsplash.

16. Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney

Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Great place great staff great establishment"
Australia
Benjamin
The price is Rp1.579.812
Rp1.737.793 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
City view

17. 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 Rp1.659.041
Rp1.824.945 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a surfboard, and a painting.

18. Coogee Beachside - Hostel

Coogee Beachside - Hostel
2.0 star property
Coogee
7.4 out of 10, Good, (94 reviews)
"Staff were very polite and helpful, security is good & location is perfect"
Australia
Robert
The price is Rp1.398.097
Rp1.537.907 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Coogee Beachside - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a white sofa, green chairs, and a round table.

19. 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 Rp1.440.533
Rp1.584.586 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A reception area with a wooden counter, a large abstract art piece on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

20. YHA Byron Bay

YHA Byron Bay
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Clean room and such a nice place to stay."
United States
Kira
The price is Rp1.660.291
Rp1.826.320 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
YHA Byron Bay
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Top New South Wales Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very well maintained. Walk to international terminal."
David 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

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New South Wales Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,017
Accommodation
84 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp1.117.535
Highest Price
Rp4.100.318

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