110 Cumberland Street, Sydney CBD, 2000 Sydney, Australia
#48 of 323 hotels in Sydney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3413 hostel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 April 2024
Remi
FranceIt's a big hostel so it's hard to know people.
It was very clean and all felt new.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Daniel
AustraliaAs above
It was a reasonable accommodation for the price, although the rooms require a fan as the AC was quite stuffy at night.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Delaney
IrelandGood location close to the harbour Friendly staff Amazing rooftop terrace Separate toilet shower and sink area
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Josephine
PhilippinesWe had to wash the dishes!😜😂
Full of history! Excavations everywhere!🥰
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Jelizaveta
LatviaKind of nothing in particular. Maybe the shower could be improved as you get the floor wet in the bathroom once you take the shower and there is no way around it! And it takes quite some time for it to dry.
Lovely facilities - everything feels quite fresh and new. Had a 4 female dorm - very specious compared to a regular hostel room! Rooftop terrace - top! Staff was very helpful with the breakfast suggestions! Used the laundry - was okay! Great neighbourhood and brilliant location if you want to stay close to the opera house!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Seyed
DominicaLocation - Friendly and beautiful staff - Good Breakfast - Amazing view from Terrace
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Karen
AustraliaGreat location friendly staff and breakfast available
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Minnie
New ZealandWould be nice to have a bar on the rooftop.
Location Location Location. Great views. Built on an archeological dig site...was an awesome experience. Great value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Heather
AustraliaWhat's not to like? My first time back staying at YHA in a long time and it was so pleasant.
Brilliant location (if you don't mind a bit of a hike up the hill from Circular Quay), sitting on an interesting archaeological site. Love the open atrium and the rooftop view is a gem! Get up early for the sunrise. Kitchen breakfast facilities bright and airy. Organised food storage and good space for meal prep. Very secure site. Comfy bed. Espresso coffee available for brekkie on site! Great proximity to convenience store if you need anything else..
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Carlos
ColombiaAll details on this review at laguiadedubai.com
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Carlos
Colombiabeds should have curtains to give a little more privacy and also I stayed in one room with this huge toilet but there was no curtain so it was always splashing the toilet
The rooftop was the main reason why I initially booked this hostal and I was right. The view of the harbour and the Bridge and the Opera were completely worth it. I was happy to be able to see clear skies and rainy days The location was amazing, just to be able to have walks around the opera as well at any time was one of the main highlights. Also if you plan to do tours all the fancy hotels like Four Season are next door so it's very likely the tours will pass to pick you and drop you from there. The breakfast which was 12 extra AUD booked in advance was also really good with the fresh bakery. This guy at the reception Jesus was very friendly and kind as well... For all the full review check laguiadedubai.com
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Bernard
AustraliaI was happy with everything
Amazing location and great facilities. The roof top bar is a perfect place to relax.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Nicky
AustraliaCold room, not much natural light
Breakfast was great. Good size room for one with ensuite
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Gayle
AustraliaLocation and vAlue for money
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Dominik
Czech RepublicExcellent location - I only stayed in Sydney for 17 hours, hence being in the CBD so close to the opera and harbor was amazing! Beautiful view from the rooftop bar. Very friendly staff at the reception when I arrived but also during check out. Got an upgrade for my room, so only had total of 4 people in it, which was great (not that I spent much time in the hostel).
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Anna
United KingdomNothing
The location and views
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
William
AustraliaAll was great 😃👍
Beautiful location and wonderful service
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Alok
IndiaRoom was bit smaller
Good. Could have be served earlier or packed when paid in advance and due to transport timings had to leave prior to 7 AM
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Maeva
FrancePlease provide some explanations for newcomers during check-in (events, different levels and areas, etc.) and it may be an absolute 10/10
Perfect
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Deb
AustraliaFelt sorry for a young man who was put in our dorm room to share with elderly ladies but he was not fazed..what a nice guy 😀
The occasion was a 50th Reunion and thankfully the inclement weather cleared to a bright sunny day...celebrating by the water was perfect!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Danielle
AustraliaNothing, it was great and completely met our needs
Location was amazing, friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable rooms. Really cool place build above old Sydney settlements with views of opera house and harbour bridge from rooftop.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Simon
New ZealandSome water problems due to stormy wet conditions, rain intrusion on stairs and through dormitory room window windows. Some confusion over linen availability and processes.
Handy, historic and functional
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Allyson
United StatesI wish breakfast was included..
The kitchen was huge and so great! Good common area and bar updates with an amazing view!! The staff were so helpful!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Elizabeth
AustraliaThere was no kettle in family room
Not applicable
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Martha
United StatesI enjoyed it all.
Reception is staffed 24/7, which is quite helpful. The staff was courteous and professional. The kitchen was huge, with several prep, cooking, and clean-up areas. The dining areas were big and always clean. The room was large, so we had plenty of space to put things. A beautiful buffet breakfast was offered at additional cost. There is a terrace that over looks the harbor- amazing view day or night.
Stayed in April 2024
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