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Our top choices for Sydney Waterfront hostels

A room with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden bench outside.

1. 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 Rp1.710.963
Rp1.882.059 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Glebe Terraces
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

2. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (958 reviews)
"Amazing location and loved the rooftop. I came with 2 children, and feel like this venue would be suitable for almost any age traveller. We loved the excavation site underneath as well."
Australia
Fiona
The price is Rp2.446.119
Rp2.690.668 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
YHA Sydney Harbour
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 Rp1.145.889
Rp1.260.478 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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, (478 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 Rp1.840.410
Rp2.024.451 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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, (872 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is Rp1.687.074
Rp1.855.806 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Lovely room for a great price, everything really clean and tidy would defo recommend!"
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is Rp1.259.082
Rp2.283.924 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Stay Today Hostel
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 Rp1.532.789
Rp1.686.068 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Big Backpackers Hostel
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

8. 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 Rp1.481.353
Rp1.629.488 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Original Backpackers
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

9. 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 Rp1.851.691
Rp2.036.860 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Little Drifter Glebe
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 Rp1.745.276
Rp1.919.804 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

11. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (53 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 Rp1.491.640
Rp1.640.804 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a tree, and a building entrance.

12. 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 Rp1.594.512
Rp1.753.963 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Little Drifter Surry Hills
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 Rp2.011.086
Rp2.212.257 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Pacific House Hostel
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

14. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (108 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
The price is Rp1.944.276
Rp2.138.704 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
A bar with a rustic brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and two TVs mounted above the bar area.

15. Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (470 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is Rp1.099.082
Rp1.208.990 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A woman standing at the entrance of a building labeled "Beach House."

16. Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel
1.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful location, good vibes."
Australia
Alexander
The price is Rp1.851.783
Rp2.036.986 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stoke Beach House - Hostel

17. 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 Rp2.120.302
Rp2.332.332 total
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.

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 Rp1.714.529
Rp1.885.982 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Little Drifter Bondi Beach

19. 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 Rp1.255.036
Rp1.380.540 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Newtown Backpackers
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

20. 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 Rp1.295.273
Rp1.424.800 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Maze Backpackers
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Top Sydney Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"This was a luxury hotel. Breakfast was included. The room was clean and the view was great. The location was wonderful. Walking distance to the Sydney opera house, the harbor bridge and the botanical garden’s. Great shopping and restaurant choices. The staff were very kind and helpful. I would recommend this hotel!!!!"
Jacqueline Brooke 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Find out more about Sydney Waterfront

Sydney Waterfront Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,359
Accommodation
40 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp1.208.990
Highest Price
Rp2.690.668