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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, (479 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 NT$3,266
NT$3,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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, (976 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is NT$2,046
NT$2,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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, (959 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
The price is NT$4,052
NT$4,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 NT$3,811
NT$4,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (55 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 NT$2,573
NT$2,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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, (113 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is NT$3,843
NT$4,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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, (873 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is NT$2,838
NT$3,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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 NT$2,031
NT$2,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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 NT$4,034
NT$4,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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, (470 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is NT$1,996
NT$2,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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, (40 reviews)
"Great place great staff great establishment"
Australia
Benjamin
The price is NT$3,411
NT$3,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky terrain, and sparse vegetation.

13. Yamba Central - Hostel

Yamba Central - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yamba
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (195 reviews)
"Room very clean and modern. Amenities (shared) were all up-dated and impeccably clean and bright. Staff cheerful and caring. Definitely a perfect central location. Totally recommend and will definitely return."
Australia
Donna
The price is NT$2,224
NT$2,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Yamba Central - Hostel
City view

14. 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$2,909
NT$3,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Sydney Central Inn - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

15. 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 NT$3,284
NT$3,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Big Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

16. 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 NT$2,226
NT$2,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Newtown Backpackers
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, (290 reviews)
"Well-equipped, friendly & conveniently located YHA."
Australia
Guy
The price is NT$2,097
NT$2,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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.

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 NT$3,829
NT$4,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

19. 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 NT$2,956
NT$3,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Original Backpackers
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, (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 NT$3,282
NT$3,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Little Drifter Glebe
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Top New South Wales Hotel Reviews

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Une nuit près de l’aéroport de Sydney, notre vol étant tôt le matin. La chambre est spacieuse, les rideaux bien opaques (il faisait nuit noire dans la chambre), grand lit très confortable et belle douche !"
Caroline 1-night trip
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Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Find out more about New South Wales

New South Wales Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,297
Accommodation
84 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$2,195
Highest Price
NT$4,457

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