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8.7

Excellent

6,443 reviews

6,443 reviews

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Housekeeping31
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9.0

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
The King George V Sports Centre

20 m

The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre

30 m

Susannah Place Museum

70 m

Argyle Cut

120 m

Parkers Sydney Fine Art Supplies

130 m

Popular landmarks
The Rocks

220 m

The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk

730 m

Sydney Opera House

870 m

Sydney Harbour Bridge

940 m

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

1.0 km

Closest landmarks
Bonza Bike Tours

150 m

Suez Canal

150 m

Destiny Tours

160 m

Gannon House

160 m

Argyle Entertainment Complex

160 m

Sydney Harbour YHA

110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia, 2000 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in The Rocks, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sydney Opera House. This 5-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Located in heart of Sydney

Check-in [24-hour]

Excellent view

300 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Important announcement -- "Due to the shared nature of the facilities at YHA properties, YHA requires all guests (16+) to provide proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 at check-in and require guests to wear face masks in all common areas. A safe stay is our top priority so we have enhanced hygiene measures in place, along with social distancing practices. "
Facilities

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Game room

Shared kitchen

Coffee shop

This property is in high demand!

5 travelers have booked today.

Value for money8.7
Location rating9.0
Nearest airportSydney Airport (SYD)
Distance to airport9.3 km

Rooms available at Sydney Harbour YHA

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.6

Double and Single
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 queen bed
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Double Room Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 queen bed
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King Opera Harbor View Ensuite
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 queen bed
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Family Room with Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • City view
  • 3 bunk beds and 1 double be...
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Queen Opera Harbor View Ensuite
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  • Room size: 21 m²/226 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 queen bed
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4 Share Male Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Room for 4 persons
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
  • City view
  • 4 bunk beds
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4 Share Female Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 bunk bed
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6 Share Female Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 31 m²/334 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Sydney Harbour YHA?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hostel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

Is breakfast offered at Sydney Harbour YHA?

Wake up to a great continental breakfast at Sydney Harbour YHA. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 12 AUD if not included in the room rate.

What is the smoking policy at Sydney Harbour YHA?

Sydney Harbour YHA does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.

What restaurants are nearby Sydney Harbour YHA?

Sydney Harbour YHA’s neighborhood is The Rocks which includes popular restaurants such as Pancakes on the Rocks, Munich Brauhaus and The Argyle.

What popular shopping places are close to Sydney Harbour YHA?

Sydney Harbour YHA is located in The Rocks area which features shopping places such as Parkers Sydney Fine Art Supplies, DFS Galleria and Sydney Cove Jewellers.

What are popular attractions near Sydney Harbour YHA?

Sydney Harbour YHA’s location in the The Rocks neighborhood makes it close to famous attractions including The Rocks, Barangaroo Foreshore Walk and The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Sydney Harbour YHA?

Sydney Harbour YHA’s nearby natural sights include Dharug National Park and Cadmans Cottage Historic Site located in the same The Rocks area.

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What people love about Sydney Harbour YHA

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "It’s relatively cheap, very clean & quiet."

    Leanne

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    June 10, 2022

  • 8

    Very good
    Location

    "22. The location is amazing."

    Phantipa

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    February 21, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "The location is good."

    Bhanupan

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    November 20, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 1,486 Sydney properties
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Room comfort score
8.6/10
Value for money score
8.7/10
Location score
9/10
Service score
8.7/10
Better than
98
%
of Sydney properties
Better than
96
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of Sydney properties
Better than
94
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of Sydney properties
Better than
94
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Overall rating:

8.7

Excellent
672 reviews
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.6
Location
9.0
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What travelers say they love:
Perfect place to stay.
Du from Australia
Solo traveler
More about Sydney Harbour YHA

More about Sydney Harbour YHA

Sydney Harbour YHA

Get the most from an urban escape in Sydney when you book a room at Sydney Harbour YHA. Located right in the city center, Sydney Harbour YHA saves you time and travel by letting you wake up right in the heart of the best neighborhood. Experience the joy of multiple options for activities at this convenient location! Sydney Harbour YHA is a perfect starting point for numerous sightseeing and tourist choices, with a location just 870 m from the Sydney Opera House.
At Sydney Harbour YHA, guests are bound to have a stress-free stay. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hostel's free Wi-Fi. Front desk service is provided at the hostel including luggage storage. Getting tickets for the city's best entertainment is easy through the hostel's tours.
Packing light is possible at Sydney Harbour YHA thanks to the hostel's laundromat keeping your clothes clean. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hostel.
All rooms at Sydney Harbour YHA are designed for comfort. For your comfort, some rooms at the hostel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. In some select rooms, you can find a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea at your disposal. It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Every day at Sydney Harbour YHA begins with a delicious in-house breakfast. Enjoy the morning bliss with a sip of good coffee at the cafe located in the hostel. Light snacking is available day or night with the hostel's vending machines. Do you prefer to cook your own meals? Then you'll love the in-house BBQ facilities and shared kitchen.
Apart from amenities and services, Sydney Harbour YHA goes the extra mile to make sure all guests make the most of their time. Engage in some easy evening fun with other guests with the hostel's hiking trails.


Around the property

Don't miss out on all that Sydney has to offer during your stay at Sydney Harbour YHA. Acquire some cultural knowledge with a day at The Rocks located 220 m away, where you can see famous works by local artists.


Reasons to stay here

Facilities at this hostel are rated higher than 97% of other accommodations in the city.
Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 97% of the city's other accommodations.
Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 98% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.6

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

23 mentions

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11 mentions

Internet

5 mentions

Food & Dining

2 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • French
  • Norwegian
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Thai
  • Vietnamese
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Billiards
  • Game room
  • Hiking
  • On-site entertainment
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
Getting around
  • Bicycle parking
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Linens
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Seating area
  • Shower
  • Smoke detector

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free

Location

110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney, Australia, 2000
Excellent
Location

9

Airports
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    9.3 km
  • Bankstown Airport (BWU)
    20.8 km 42 min drive
Public transportation
  • Sydney Light Rail
    320 m
  • Circular Quay Railway Station
    390 m 11 min drive
Hospital or clinic
  • Kent St Pharmacy
    460 m
Shopping
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    1.3 km
Convenience store
  • Buddy's
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    90 m 2 min drive

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • The Rocks
    220 m
  • The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk
    730 m
  • Sydney Opera House
    870 m
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
    940 m
  • Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
    1.0 km
  • Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
    1.1 km
  • Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
    1.3 km
  • Darling Harbour
    1.7 km
  • Bondi Beach
    7.2 km
  • Manly Beach
    10.2 km
Nearby landmarks
  • The King George V Sports Centre
    20 m
  • The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre
    30 m
  • Susannah Place Museum
    70 m
  • Argyle Cut
    120 m
  • Parkers Sydney Fine Art Supplies
    130 m
  • DFS Galleria
    130 m
  • Pro Dive
    130 m
  • Nurses Walk
    140 m
  • Sydney Cove Jewellers
    140 m
  • Blu Horizon Bar
    150 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-2 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 3-18 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 19 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • Wi-Fi/Internet access is available only in certain areas of the property at no additional charge.
  • Children under 17 years old are required to stay with their parents or legal guardians in private rooms only. Designated guardians must have written permission from a parent or legal guardian. This includes school groups. This includes school groups.
  • Due to the shared nature of the facilities at YHA properties, YHA requires all guests (16+) to provide proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 at check-in and require guests to wear face masks in all common areas. A safe stay is our top priority so we have enhanced hygiene measures in place, along with social distancing practices.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-in until23:00
  • Check-out from07:00
  • Check-out until10:00
  • Reception open until23:00
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)12 AUD
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
  • Number of floors4
  • Number of rooms 106
  • Year property opened2009

Reviews of Sydney Harbour YHA from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.7
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10
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.6
Location9.0
Room comfort and quality8.6
Service8.7
Value for money8.7
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9+ Exceptional (181)
8-9 Excellent (87)
7-8 Very Good (100)
6-7 Good (25)
<6 Below Expectation (22)
Time of the year
Mar - May (107)
Jun - Aug (75)
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10.0
Exceptional
Ka from Singapore
Solo traveler
6 Share Female Private Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in December 2018

Great location with perfect view. Clean room and tours available. Professional staff too.”

Great location just beside Shangri-la with perfect view of opera house and harbour bridge. Impressive kitchen and rooms are clean. Joined a tour to bondi beach walk which is free and interactive and cool. I am most grateful for the professional handling of urgent matters by the staff. I did have an unpleasant incident in the hostel which started off with a crazy old lady singing in the middle of the night and the staff transferred me to a shared room. But the guy sleeping below me bed was violent and he snatched my bag and hit me. So in one night I met some crazy and violent fellows. In fact I was so scared I could only message through agaoda and the staff replied almost instantly. But fortunately the staff responded fast to both situations professionally and helping me through. I am glad to be given a private to stay in the end too. So it is reassuring to know that you can rely on the staff for help when needed. But do be watchful for females who stay in shared dorms as it is really vulnerable for women staying in mixed dorm with violent guys.

Reviewed January 03, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Rohaizat from Singapore
Solo traveler
4 Share Female Private Bathroom
Stayed 14 nights in June 2019

Exceptional”

Comfortable stay throughout. Enjoyed my trip much thanks to being in the heart of Vivid Sydney. Very well located within the Rocks. Love the rooftop for lazy nights no need to go out to watch the lights. I wish they can do late checkout but since they can't, it wasn't too bad waiting for my airport transfer in the common area.

Reviewed June 26, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Brendon from United States
Solo traveler
4 Share Male Private Bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in June 2019

Amazing location, staff”

This hostel is located in a perfect spot in the city- close to many sites and public transportation stops. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the hostel events help to create community and explore the city. Highly recommend YHA in the Rocks!

Reviewed June 12, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Robyn from Australia
Solo traveler
Double and Single
Stayed 1 night in June 2020

Love This Place”

I have stayed here several times and love this place. Fabulous location, great views, friendly staff, handy kitchen and lounge area. So close to the harbour, Circular Quay, Barangaroo, Bridge Climb & The Rocks. The 180 degree view from the rooftop terrace is amazing. Recommend the premium double rooms with private bathroom, tv and view over the city & harbour. Highly recommend Sydney Harbour YHA!

Reviewed June 06, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Rohaizat from Singapore
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Private bathroom
Stayed 1 night in June 2019

Exceptional”

Was able to get lower level of bunk bed and ground level room altho not guaranteed on request. Very thankful for that because I have lower back problems. I like having the toilet inside the room. The hostel is well maintained and clean.

Reviewed June 26, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Sriarpa from Australia
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Private bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in June 2021

Strongly recommend!!”

Best Value, Best location The staff are very friendly. I saw the sunrise on the rooftop with the Opera House and harbour bridge view as the same view as you woke up in the nearby 5-star hotel room.

Reviewed June 30, 2021

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Hi Sriarpa, It's great to hear you had an enjoyable time during your stay with us. Thanks so much for your feedback. We look forward to the next time you can stay with us! kind regards Danny

Responded July 05, 2021
Sydney Harbour YHA
10.0
Exceptional
Thi from Vietnam
Group
Family room Standard
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Great view”

It’s great wiew, can drink some coffee and look at the opera house theater 🥰

Reviewed May 29, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Qian from China
Solo traveler
4 Share Female Private Bathroom
Stayed 6 nights in December 2019

Great experience ”

Reasonable price and good location,the 4 female shared room is amazing. Lovely view from the rooftop as well.

Reviewed December 27, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Pallavi from India
Solo traveler
Shared room (Dormitory max. 6 beds) - Mixed - Ensu
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Exceptional”

Just the right place if you are travelling alone and want a safe and secure location at the ehub of activity

Reviewed June 22, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
GYU from South Korea
Solo traveler
4 Share Female Private Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in December 2018

Good”

I stayed in a 4-female-room and the room was big. I loved the neighborhood since it was very in lively mood in the evening and you could walk to the Rocks market. The only downside is that you should take a walk up the hill unless you take a taxi. If you carry out over 20-inch-luggage, you will curse yourself for 8 minutes to get there. However I really liked the space a lot. Strongly recommended.

Reviewed August 31, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
SUSANTO from Indonesia
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in September 2018

HOLIDAY TO OCEAN”

NICE COUNTRY

Reviewed January 09, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
Maxima from United States
Solo traveler
4 Share Female Private Bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in December 2018

Great Location!”

Sydney Harbor YHA is so close to all the main tourist attractions. You can easily walk to the bridge or Sydney Opera House from this location. Its a great spot if you want to be near everything.

Reviewed January 13, 2019

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8.8
Excellent
Foo from Indonesia
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

Friendly Staff dan Nice Facilities”

It is quite far from bus / train station but it was nice place.. It have many facilities (lounge, kitchen). they have bathroom in each room (i stayed at 4 bed in 1 room). They have friendly staff who can help you too for any assistant (free walking tour). Recommended for solo and budget traveller.

Reviewed June 10, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
Vishal from United Arab Emirates
Solo traveler
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in June 2019

Good location near to train station and all public transport”

Great location,friendly staff Nd weekly offers in food and events try this

Reviewed June 08, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
Leanne from Australia
Solo traveler
Double Room Private Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Great option”

It’s relatively cheap, very clean & quiet. Basic but comfortable

Reviewed June 10, 2022

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8.4
Excellent
Tori from United States
Solo traveler
Double Room Private Bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in November 2019

Great location & community for solo travelers”

While cleanliness (some mlld issues in the bathroom) could be improved when they aren't short staffed, you couldn't ask for a better location. The views from the roof deck are great! The Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Great at any time of day or night. Fun too to chat with others and get tourist tips. Gtreat rates available directly from YHA

Reviewed December 05, 2019

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8.4
Excellent
nur from Indonesia
Solo traveler
Room for 4 persons
Stayed 1 night in February 2019

Great location”

This hostel located in great location, you could see sydney opera house from their rooftop The room is not as clean as their common room They have many activities offered at the reception But everything here is not free, from the private wifi, luggage room, breakfast Even the free pancake day every wednesday means you have to fry your own pancake, they just provide the batter

Reviewed February 22, 2019

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8.4
Excellent
Su from South Korea
Solo traveler
4 Share Male Private Bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in November 2019

Pretty good with its view on top”

the view was great every single day i stayed, it should be worth it just with that great view. everything was pretty good aside from 1 of my roommates who would come in drunk at 1 am and just wouldnt keep quiet or think of others staying in.

Reviewed November 13, 2019

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8.8
Excellent
Nammuni from Sri Lanka
Family with young children
Double and Single
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Wonderful views”

Value for the money you have spent. Staff was very helpful.

Reviewed March 27, 2022

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7.6
Very good
Jeehyeon from South Korea
Solo traveler
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Private bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in December 2018

Spacious room was great but little hard to get there”

The room was so spacious(wide) and with the bathroom inside, it was great. The bathroom and the room was frequently cleaned. The staffs were nice too. But the hostel is littel high, on the hills, so it was hard for me to get up there. Plus, there wasn't a bus station near which made it bit harder. But anyway I'll definetly go there again if I have a chance.

Reviewed January 09, 2019

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