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Our top choices for East Sydney hostels

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

1. 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 P4,947
P5,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A courtyard with a metal fence adorned with potted plants and flowers.

2. 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 P4,517
P4,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Original Backpackers
A group of people toasting with drinks at a table with a balustrade, surrounded by trees.

3. The Pacific House Hostel

The Pacific House Hostel
2.0 star property
Woolloomooloo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Great location, Clean and confortable. Simple continental breakfast thay will set you to start the day. Great staff, very helpful. Bathrooms and kitchen very clean, as well as the rooms."
Australia
Inês
The price is P5,819
P6,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Pacific House Hostel
Living area

4. Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point

Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
2.0 star property
Potts Point
7.2 out of 10, Good, (44 reviews)
"had a nice stay with my friend, recommend for a short stay"
Ireland
Chelsea
The price is P4,590
P5,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Azzurro Pod Hotel Potts Point
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, (961 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
The price is P9,246
P10,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
YHA Sydney Harbour
A reception area with a white reception desk, three round mirrors on the wall, and a hanging woven light fixture above the desk.

6. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (484 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 P4,807
P5,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
A room with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden bench outside.

7. Glebe Terraces

Glebe Terraces
2.0 star property
Glebe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and energetic, common areas of beautiful indoors, plenty of seating, oversize couches, outdoor wooden tables, green jungly landscape. The kitchen is spacious and clean with everybody following the rules"
Australia
Catherine
The price is P5,940
P6,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Glebe Terraces
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 P6,014
P6,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
YHA Sydney Central
Two women sitting on a concrete ledge by the beach with a view of the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

9. 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 P5,714
P6,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
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, (472 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is P3,664
P4,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Nomads Sydney - Hostel
A covered outdoor patio with a sofa, table, and chairs.

11. 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 P3,978
P4,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Cambridge Lodge - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a modern building in the background.

12. 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 P5,179
P5,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Big Backpackers Hostel
A woman standing at the entrance of a building labeled "Beach House."

13. Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel
1.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (100 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful location, good vibes."
Australia
Alexander
The price is P6,292
P6,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Stoke Beach House - Hostel
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large sink, and a green-tiled backsplash.

14. 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 P5,280
P5,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Azzurro Pod Hotel Central Sydney
Property entrance

15. The Pod Sydney - Hostel

The Pod Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (391 reviews)
"Clean, nice staff!"
United States
amanda
The price is P6,840
P7,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Pod Sydney - 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 P4,373
P4,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Newtown Backpackers
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

17. Stay Today Hostel

Stay Today Hostel
1.0 star property
Leichhardt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Lovely room for a great price, everything really clean and tidy would defo recommend!"
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is P3,064
P6,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Stay Today Hostel
A crowded beach with a walkway along the water.

18. Coogee Beachside - Hostel

Coogee Beachside - Hostel
2.0 star property
Coogee
7.4 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"Staff were very polite and helpful, security is good & location is perfect"
Australia
Robert
The price is P5,033
P5,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Coogee Beachside - Hostel
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 P5,714
P6,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Little Drifter Glebe
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

20. Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers
1.5 star property
Haymarket
6.8 out of 10, (977 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is P5,572
P6,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Maze Backpackers
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Top East Sydney Hotel Reviews

Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments

Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent place to stay. Close to Sydney CBD, comfy bed, clean and well maintained. Very helpful staff"
Tania 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments

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East Sydney Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,374
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
P4,031
Highest Price
P10,171