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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, (475 reviews)
"Clean room and great socials out on by staff!"
Canada
Kendra
The price is NT$2,843
NT$3,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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, (971 reviews)
"Staff are nice and helpful. The room and whole place are outdated and not very clean. Needs upgrading badly."
Australia
George
The price is NT$1,994
NT$2,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Maze Backpackers
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

3. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (43 reviews)
"Everything was great 👍"
United States
Marle
The price is NT$1,570
NT$1,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A hotel lobby with a Christmas tree, a teal sofa, a round table with a vase, and a large mirror reflecting the street view.

4. Urban Nomad Potts Point - 18-39

Urban Nomad Potts Point - 18-39
1.0 star property
Potts Point
7.4 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Australia
John Edison
The price is NT$1,531
NT$1,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Urban Nomad Potts Point - 18-39
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

5. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (949 reviews)
"Amazing location, very affordable best deal you can find in The Rocks area. Super clean, spacious communal area, and very quiet"
United States
Soline
The price is NT$4,133
NT$4,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
YHA Sydney Harbour
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

6. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (870 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is NT$2,617
NT$2,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
YHA Sydney Central
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, (68 reviews)
"The Sauna and Cold plunges were a serious touch!"
Australia
George
The price is NT$2,922
NT$3,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Surf House - Hostel
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

8. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (107 reviews)
"This was honestly the dirtiest hostel I’ve ever stayed at. The cleanliness was a major issue and really affected my experience. That said, all of the staff were incredibly kind, friendly, and helpful, and I really appreciated how welcoming and attentive they were"
France
Sarah
The price is NT$3,346
NT$3,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
A dining area with round tables and wooden chairs, large windows with metal bars, and a white ceiling with recessed lighting.

9. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
1.0 star property
Pyrmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (111 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is NT$3,958
NT$4,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
A bar with a rustic brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and two TVs mounted above the bar area.

10. Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nomads Sydney - Hostel
1.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (466 reviews)
"Unfortunately this place has a bedbugs problem "
Australia
Beverley
The price is NT$2,063
NT$2,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky terrain, and sparse vegetation.

11. Yamba Central - Hostel

Yamba Central - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yamba
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (191 reviews)
"Great spot and great food downstairs at the Wobbly Chook."
Australia
Shane
The price is NT$2,443
NT$2,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Yamba Central - 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, (37 reviews)
"perfect location&affordable prices "
Ireland
Maddison
The price is NT$2,034
NT$2,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

13. Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Surry Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (419 reviews)
"Place is basic but really nice helpful check in staff"
Australia
Ian
The price is NT$2,692
NT$2,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Big Backpackers Hostel
A covered outdoor patio with a sofa, table, and chairs.

14. Cambridge Lodge - Hostel

Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Stanmore
7.8 out of 10, Good, (288 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 NT$2,082
NT$2,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.

15. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Great accommodation and surroundings."
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is NT$2,411
NT$2,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

16. Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point

Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.2 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"had a nice stay with my friend, recommend for a short stay"
Ireland
Chelsea
The price is NT$2,034
NT$2,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
A person standing on a rocky outcrop with a panoramic view of a mountainous landscape.

17. YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba

YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
2.0 star property
Katoomba
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (289 reviews)
"Well-equipped, friendly & conveniently located YHA."
Australia
Guy
The price is NT$1,850
NT$2,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
A crowded beach with a walkway along the water.

18. Coogee Beachside - Hostel

Coogee Beachside - Hostel
2.0 star property
Coogee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"Staff were very polite and helpful, security is good & location is perfect"
Australia
Robert
The price is NT$2,295
NT$2,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Coogee Beachside - Hostel

19. 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 NT$2,748
NT$3,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

20. Little Drifter Glebe

Little Drifter Glebe
2.0 star property
Glebe
6.6 out of 10, (136 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 NT$2,617
NT$2,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Little Drifter Glebe
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Top New South Wales Hotel Reviews

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"Best hotel in Sydney I have been so many times and will be back! Amazing service and amenities A++"
Matthew 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Find out more about New South Wales

New South Wales Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,806
Accommodation
84 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,684
Highest Price
NT$4,546

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