What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

On average, it’s C$ 78/night for a hostel in Sydney, though C$ 58/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 28/night in Sydney. Try to avoid booking your hostel in February (the most expensive month). Booking in May (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Sydney?

The Pod Sydney boasts a 9.0/10 review rating from 3,131 users, making it the best hostel in Sydney.

What hostel is closest to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

It is 4.8 km to get from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cambridge Lodge (the nearest Sydney hostel to the airport).

What area of Sydney is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Sydney is Sydney CBD, according to our data. 2% of users who searched for hostels in Sydney looked for properties in Sydney CBD. If you’re interested in staying in Sydney CBD, consider the Nomads Sydney - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in Sydney closest to Sydney Opera House?

Yha Sydney Harbour is the most popular hostel in Sydney that’s close to Sydney Opera House (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.9 km from Yha Sydney Harbour to Sydney Opera House. While there may be other hostels near Sydney Opera House, Yha Sydney Harbour is highly rated (8.9/10) by 4,000 users.

Should I stay in a Sydney hostel?

Aside from the fact that Sydney hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Sydney.

Does Sydney have hostels with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Sydney with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 34 hostels have the “Kitchen/Kitchenette” amenity in the Sydney area. Yha Sydney Harbour is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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Travel insights for hostels in Sydney

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sydney including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is August (C$ 48). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is February (C$ 282).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Saturday (C$ 48). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is C$ 169.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as C$ 23, rising to an average cost of C$ 113, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 26 for a 4-star hostel in Sydney for tonight.

How much is a Sydney hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Sydney this weekend for as little as C$ 26/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 26/night. For a 4-star hostel in Sydney, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 30/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sydney?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Sydney. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was C$ 36 per night.

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Yha Hobart Central

9 Argyle Street, Hobart, TAS, Australia

0.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

C$ 42

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Discover well-known properties in Sydney that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,908 hotels in Sydney and price data was last updated on 26 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is C$ 77/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Sydney

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Sydney including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is August (C$ 48). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is February (C$ 282).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Sydney?

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Saturday (C$ 48). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is C$ 169.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as C$ 23, rising to an average cost of C$ 113, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 26 for a 4-star hostel in Sydney for tonight.

How much is a Sydney hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Sydney?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Sydney. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was C$ 36 per night.

Top-rated Sydney hostels

Browse through properties in Sydney that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,908 properties in Sydney and data was last updated on 26 August 2025.

Some of the best Sydney hostel options as decided by our users. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.

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Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Sydney. There are 5,908 properties in Sydney and price data was last updated on 26 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sydney is C$ 77/night.

Where to stay in Sydney

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Facts about staying in Sydney

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