Sydney Harbour YHA
Sydney - Sydney Harbour YHA
110 Cumberland Street
The Rocks
2000 Sydney
Australia
Tel.
+61 2 8272 0900
Fax.
+61 2 8272 0950
Customer Rating
| 90% | ||
| 90% | ||
| 92% | ||
| 93% | ||
| 95% | ||
| 94% | ||
| 90% | ||
Sydney Harbour YHA is one of the HI network of hostels in Australia and one of eight HI hostels in Sydney. Be inspired at this unique hostel, which is built above archaeological remnants of colonial Sydney.
The only budget accommodation in the heart of Sydney’s historic Rocks precinct, this multi-award winning hostel boasts gob-smacking views across Sydney Harbour and has state-of-the-art facilities with a unique heritage experience of Sydney. As well as a large self catering kitchen, spacious communal areas, internet, on-site grocery store, coffee bar and large rooftop terrace, all rooms have ensuites and air-conditioning. Daily activities and a tour desk will help you get the most out of your Sydney experience!
Walking distance to Sydney’s iconic Opera House, Harbour Bridge and the best museums, the Botanic Gardens, Darling Harbour and Sydney Observatory. Close to must-do activities like BridgeClimb, Rocks Markets, jet boating or harbour cruises. Catch a ferry to Manlyfrom nearby Circular Quay. Take a walking tour of the historic Rocks precinct or get scared witless on a Ghost Tour! Check out the numerous historic pubs within The Rocks. Don’t miss the extensive beer list next door at The Australian Heritage Hotel. Experience some culture at the Opera House, Sydney Theatre Company, Dendy Cinemas or The Basement for live music. Eat at Sydney’s best restaurants or party the night away at various nearby nightclubs.
YHA/HI members receive a minimum 10% off standard accommodation rates.
The only budget accommodation in the heart of Sydney’s historic Rocks precinct, this multi-award winning hostel boasts gob-smacking views across Sydney Harbour and has state-of-the-art facilities with a unique heritage experience of Sydney. As well as a large self catering kitchen, spacious communal areas, internet, on-site grocery store, coffee bar and large rooftop terrace, all rooms have ensuites and air-conditioning. Daily activities and a tour desk will help you get the most out of your Sydney experience!
Walking distance to Sydney’s iconic Opera House, Harbour Bridge and the best museums, the Botanic Gardens, Darling Harbour and Sydney Observatory. Close to must-do activities like BridgeClimb, Rocks Markets, jet boating or harbour cruises. Catch a ferry to Manlyfrom nearby Circular Quay. Take a walking tour of the historic Rocks precinct or get scared witless on a Ghost Tour! Check out the numerous historic pubs within The Rocks. Don’t miss the extensive beer list next door at The Australian Heritage Hotel. Experience some culture at the Opera House, Sydney Theatre Company, Dendy Cinemas or The Basement for live music. Eat at Sydney’s best restaurants or party the night away at various nearby nightclubs.
YHA/HI members receive a minimum 10% off standard accommodation rates.
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 46 | 39 | 11 | 354 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | 24 hours |
| Opening times (over the year): | 365 days a year |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | The hostel is 2.6 kms to the coach terminal at Sydney's Central Station. 250 metres to 431/433 Sydney buses stop or catch any bus to Circular Quay or Wynyard. |
| Parking: | Limited paid street parking. Wilson Clocktower Car Parking Station is located at 55 Harrington Street, one block downhill from the YHA. Entrance to the car-park is adjacent to 75 Harrington Street. Guests of Sydney Harbour YHA pay discounted rates when validated at the hostel. |
| Sea port: | Sydney Harbour YHA is 600 metres to Circular Quay for all Sydney Harbour ferry services. |
| Location: | Located in Sydney's historic Rocks precinct, only 600 metres to Circular Quay. Contact the hostel for detailed directions and walking instructions. |
| Rail: | Sydney Harbour YHA is 600 metres to Circular Quay station or 700 metres to Wynyard station. Detailed walking instructions from these stations available. |
| Airport: | 12.6 kms to Sydney Airport. Take shuttle bus to the YHA or airport train to Circular Quay or Wynyard Station. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| River/harbour/lake nearby | | Main attractions nearby |
| Nightlife nearby | | Botanical gardens nearby |
| Restaurants nearby | | Leisure facilities nearby |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Sydney - Sydney Harbour YHA |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Hostel open 24h |  | Lift |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Travel/Tour bureau |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |
 | Air conditioning |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Café/Bar |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Lockers available |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Green Hostel |
 | Rates include local tax |  | BBQ |
Customer Reviews Sydney - Sydney Harbour YHA
| 30 Apr 2013 Johanna M, Iceland | 97% | |
| Absolutely brilliant! Me middle aged, I stayed in a room but my son (20) and his friend were in a dorm: perfect. Enjoyed breakfast, used laundry facilities together, read on the excavations, strolled on to the bridge and the Opera house. They boys found this their best hostel on a three months previous journey from Iceland through Asia.
Johanna M. Thorlacius, Iceland | ||
| 27 Mar 2013 Lynne, England & Wales | 100% | |
| Awesome, already reccommended it to several others. | ||
| 25 Mar 2013 Sheila, England & Wales | 100% | |
| This hostel is positioned in one of the prime spots in Sydney, on the Rocks where the first fleet settled. It is very close to the Sydney Harbour bridge and the Opera House is within walking distance. The facilities are excellent, the staff are friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. They cater for all ages including families. I thought it was better than staying in a hotel because the facilities were so good eg laundry room, 4 commercial kitchen areas, rooftop terrace, lounge area. I wouldn't stay anywhere else in Sydney now I have discovered The YHA on The Rocks. | ||
| 18 Feb 2013 Helmi, USA | 100% | |
| Great location, walking distance to Opera House, Sydney Bridge, shopping, and restaurants! It's clean, well-organized, and the staff are friendly. | ||
| 26 Jan 2013 Christoph, Switzerland | 90% | |
| great location and most important very clean / expensive lockers | ||
| 19 Jan 2013 Deborah, England & Wales | 67% | |
| Location good less than 10 mins walk to Circular Quay. The en suite dorm rooms were very good. Didn't find the reception staff to be particularly friendly or helpful with travel advice and information. | ||
| 09 Jan 2013 Mj, Canada | 100% | |
| One of the best hostels that I have eve stayed in. The view of the harbor and the Sydney Opera House was a Million dollar view. We plan on going back one day for sure!! | ||
| 29 Nov 2012 Amanda, Canada | 90% | |
| Found laundry expensive. $8.00 to wash and dry and washing powder seemed a lot to me. | ||
| 14 Nov 2012 Ilse, Netherlands | 90% | |
| Beautiful clean hostel on a triple A location. Much information available and helpfull staf. Quiet nights in a busy area. Loved it ! | ||
| 10 Nov 2012 Holly, England & Wales | 93% | |
| Great hostel for location. Clean, friendly with a cheap breakfast. I'd highly recommend staying at the Sydney Harbour YHA. | ||
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