What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

On average, it’s $98/night for a hostel in Sydney, though $35/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $16/night in Sydney. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in May (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Sydney?

Based on our data, The Pod Sydney is the best Sydney hostel, with a rating of 9.1/10 from 3,305 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Sydney that aren’t far from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, then the closest one is Cambridge Lodge - Hostel, which is 3.0 mi away.

What is the most popular hostel in Sydney closest to The Rocks Markets?

If you’re looking for a hostel near The Rocks Markets while in Sydney, then opt for the popular Nomads Sydney with a 7.2/10 review score from 2,564 users. The distance from The Rocks Markets to Nomads Sydney is 1.1 mi.

Should I stay in a Sydney hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Sydney is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

Does Sydney have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Sydney has 1 hostel with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Newtown Backpackers is the most popular Sydney hostel with this amenity.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is May ($47). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is December ($111).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Monday ($38). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $103.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as $24, rising to an average cost of $82, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $27 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 $24/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $24/night. For a 4-star hostel in Sydney, the cheapest rate recently found was $33/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 $44 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Sydney, Australia

Out of the hostels in Sydney we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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The Downing Hostel

249-253 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

0.1 mi from city centre

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$36

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney is May ($47). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sydney is December ($111).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Sydney is Monday ($38). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $103.

How much is a hostel in Sydney tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Sydney tonight starting as low as $24, rising to an average cost of $82, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $27 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 $44 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Sydney, Australia

Out of the hostels in Sydney we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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What is the cost of a hostel in Sydney?

What’s the best hostel in Sydney?

What hostel is closest to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

What is the most popular hostel in Sydney closest to The Rocks Markets?

Should I stay in a Sydney hostel?

Does Sydney have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

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