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Best Sydney hostels

Most recommended Sydney hostels

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Central Perk Lodge - Sydney - Living room
Central Perk Lodge
Potts PointRM 535+
RM 535+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Big Backpackers Hostel - Sydney - Bedroom
Big Backpackers Hostel
7.7 Good
Surry HillsRM 371+
RM 371+
Free Wi-Fi
Stoke Beach House
8.4 Very Good
RM 374+
RM 374+
Free Wi-Fi
Sydney Central Inn
6.9 Okay
HaymarketRM 349+
RM 349+
Free Wi-Fi
Chiliblue Backpackers
Potts PointRM 2,577+
RM 2,577+
Free Wi-Fi
Zing Backpackers
Potts PointRM 6,282+
RM 6,282+
Free Wi-Fi
Yha Sydney Harbour
8.6 Very Good
The RocksRM 687+
RM 687+
Free Wi-Fi
Manly Bunkhouse
8.2 Very Good
RM 417+
RM 417+
Free Wi-Fi
The Village Kings Cross
Potts PointRM 512+
RM 512+
Free Wi-Fi
Funk House Backpackers
8.5 Very Good
Potts PointRM 370+
RM 370+
Free Wi-Fi
Sydney Railway Square Yha
HaymarketRM 355+
RM 355+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly

Sydney hostels near the city centre

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Maze Backpackers - Sydney - Restaurant
Maze Backpackers
7 Good
HaymarketRM 284+
RM 284+
Yha Sydney Central - Sydney - Bedroom
Yha Sydney Central
7.8 Good
HaymarketRM 451+
RM 451+
Nomads Sydney
6.6 Okay
Sydney CBDRM 488+
RM 488+
The Pod Sydney
8.9 Very Good
HaymarketRM 243+
RM 243+

How much is a Sydney hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Good to know

Low season

March

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

RM 427

Average price (weekend night)

RM 570
Cheapest month to stay with an average 74% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 95% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in Sydney

Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

Top tips for finding Sydney hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Sydney, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Sydney in March and August.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Sydney if you stay on a Monday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 44 days before your stay to get the best price for a Sydney hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Sydney for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Sydney

  • What are the best hostels near Central Railway Station?

    Central Railway Station is a popular area in Sydney and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Yha Sydney Central or Maze Backpackers for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Central Railway Station.

  • How much does a hostel cost in Sydney?

    Hostel prices in Sydney can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Sydney is RM 78 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as RM 17 in the last 3 days.

  • How much is a hostel in Sydney for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Sydney in the last 3 hours was RM 20 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was RM 20. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is RM 17.

  • How much is a hostel in Sydney for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Sydney hostel for this weekend for as low as RM 19. Users have also found 3 star hotels from RM 21 and 4-star plus hotels from RM 21.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Sydney?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Sydney is RM 78 compared to RM 176 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Sydney?

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