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Our top choices for New South Wales hostels

A reception area with a white reception desk, three round mirrors on the wall, and a hanging woven light fixture above the desk.

1. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (485 reviews)
The price is HK$599
HK$659 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 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, (979 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is HK$697
HK$767 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 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, (962 reviews)
The price is HK$1,132
HK$1,246 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 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, (109 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
The price is HK$934
HK$1,027 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 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, (59 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 HK$608
HK$668 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 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)
The price is HK$835
HK$919 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 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 HK$746
HK$821 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 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 HK$498
HK$548 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 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 HK$988
HK$1,087 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 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, (473 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is HK$457
HK$502 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 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, (42 reviews)
"Great place great staff great establishment"
Australia
Benjamin
The price is HK$628
HK$691 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
City view

13. 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 HK$678
HK$745 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

14. Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (424 reviews)
The price is HK$769
HK$846 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Big Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

15. 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 HK$545
HK$600 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Newtown Backpackers
A person standing on a rocky outcrop with a panoramic view of a mountainous landscape.

16. YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba

YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
2.0 star property
Katoomba
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
The price is HK$514
HK$565 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 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.

17. 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 HK$715
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (90 reviews)
The price is HK$603
HK$664 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Original Backpackers
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 HK$804
HK$885 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Little Drifter Glebe
A crowded beach with a walkway along the water.

20. Coogee Beachside - Hostel

Coogee Beachside - Hostel
2.0 star property
Coogee
7.4 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"Staff were very polite and helpful, security is good & location is perfect"
Australia
Robert
The price is HK$610
HK$671 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Coogee Beachside - Hostel
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10/10 Excellent
"Great views when booking superior harbour view room as opposed to a regular harbour view room as it is a higher floor overlooking Sydney harbour. Recommended"
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New South Wales Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,439
Accommodation
89 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$502
Highest Price
HK$1,246

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