Sydney Harbour Hostel
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% | ||
| 88% | ||
| 89% | ||
| 89% | ||
| 92% | ||
| 94% | ||
| 92% | ||
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
| 22 Apr 2012 Aj, Canada | 90% | |
| Nice extras like the activity nights and inexpensive group meals. Rooftop patio with its fantastic view was lovely. Fantastic location! Larger than most hostels that I stay in - so considering the number of people that are accommodated I was quite impressed. | ||
| 06 Apr 2012 Wai Kwong, Hong Kong | 83% | |
| Overall it was a good accommodation that I had stayed in Australia. Have a good hostle culture, I found many families stayed there in the period. Keep going on!!! | ||
| 04 Apr 2012 Derek, England & Wales | 90% | |
| Excellent location, easy walking distance of many areas of interest/attractions, A great place to stay for all age groups, with adequate facilities for self catering, All round good standards and excellent roof terrace / views of the harbour area. | ||
| 18 Mar 2012 Wendy, South Africa | 97% | |
| Excellent position. We enjoyed the "special eating events" e.g. the BBQ + the burrito evening provided by the hostel at a very low cost. All very good value for money.
We enjoyed the view from our window of the Sydney opera house and the Sydney harbour bridge.
We found Sydney to be very expensive - to do with the exchange rate. | ||
| 18 Mar 2012 Ann, England & Wales | 100% | |
| Brilliant location. Very clean and well managed. | ||
| 17 Mar 2012 Arlene, Canada | 100% | |
| "Hostelling" usually applies to young back-packers, but times have changed! We were two (quite) mature women and felt very comfortable and welcome at the hostel. The location was excellent | ||
| 16 Mar 2012 Jim, England & Wales | 100% | |
| Excellent hostel-will stay again.pancakes & burger BBQ much enjoyed. | ||
| 02 Mar 2012 Ellyn, USA | 100% | |
| Enjoyed my stay a lot and even came back a few days later. Will be booking again for when I return to Sydney in a month. | ||
| 24 Feb 2012 David, Canada | 93% | |
| One of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. | ||
| 01 Feb 2012 Bensi, Italy | 100% | |
| It' s my favourite hostel in the world. Every time I came in Sydney (every year) I book here. I can' t suggest anything to increase the quality of accomodation. | ||
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