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Best Sydney hostels

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Central Perk Lodge - Sydney - Living room
Central Perk Lodge
Potts Point
6.5Okay(667)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 053+
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The Pacific House - Sydney - Lobby
The Pacific House
Woolloomooloo
8.4Very Good(2373)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R727+
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Stoke Beach House - Sydney - Patio
Stoke Beach House
Sydney, NSW, Australia
8.4Very Good(780)
Free Wi-Fi
R618+
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Sydney Central Inn - Sydney - Building
Sydney Central Inn
Haymarket
7.3Good(1469)
Free Wi-Fi
R583+
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Yha Sydney Harbour - Sydney - Kitchen
Yha Sydney Harbour
The Rocks
8.8Very Good(3863)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R714+
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Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach - Sydney - Living room
Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach
Sydney, NSW, Australia
7.1Good(432)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R781+
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Sydney Student Living - Hostel - Sydney - Restaurant
Sydney Student Living - Hostel
Sydney, NSW, Australia
8.1Very Good(205)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
R1 381+
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Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney - Sydney
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney
Potts Point
7.4Good(588)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R618+
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Tequila Sunrise Potts Point - Sydney
Tequila Sunrise Potts Point
Potts Point
8.1Very Good(1008)
Free Wi-Fi
R454+
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Sydney Glebe Point Yha - Sydney
Sydney Glebe Point Yha
Glebe
7.3Good(80)
R2 471+
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Sydney Railway Square Yha - Sydney
Sydney Railway Square Yha
Haymarket
8.2Very Good(1032)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 362+
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Urban Nomad Potts Point - 18 to 39 only - Sydney
Urban Nomad Potts Point - 18 to 39 only
Potts Point
6.1Okay(873)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R381+
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Mad Monkey Broadway - Sydney
Mad Monkey Broadway
Chippendale
7.2Good(1115)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R454+
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Mad Monkey Bayswater - Sydney
Mad Monkey Bayswater
Sydney, NSW, Australia
8.2Very Good(429)
Free Wi-Fi
R454+
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Zing Backpackers Hostel - Sydney
Zing Backpackers Hostel
Potts Point
6.7Okay(133)
Free Wi-Fi
R24 088+
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Bondi Beach Backpackers - Sydney
Bondi Beach Backpackers
Sydney, NSW, Australia
6.2Okay(585)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R400+
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Sydney hostels near the city centre

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Yha Sydney Central - Sydney - Bedroom
Yha Sydney Central
Haymarket
8.3Very Good(3801)
R593+
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Maze Backpackers - Sydney - Sydney - Restaurant
Maze Backpackers - Sydney
Haymarket
7.4Good(3666)
R472+
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Wake Up! Sydney Central - Sydney - Bar
Wake Up! Sydney Central
Haymarket
8.2Very Good(2445)
R692+
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Nomads Sydney - Sydney - Lobby
Nomads Sydney
Sydney CBD
7.2Good(2411)
R652+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Sydney

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Sydney with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Sydney?

Hostels are cheapest in Sydney in September, with average rates of R18 453. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at R42 910.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Sydney?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Sydney, with an average nightly price of R17 427. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R36 259.

How early should you book a hostel in Sydney?

Book at least 48 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Sydney hostel.
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Low season

September

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

R1 159

Average price (weekend night)

R1 916
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 63% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's 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 November and February.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Sydney if you stay on a Tuesday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Thursday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 42 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 8 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Sydney

  • 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 R18 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R20. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R20.

  • 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 R20. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R22 and 4-star plus hotels from R20.

  • 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 R79 compared to R176 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Sydney?

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