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Dorm beds in Sydney, Australia range from $18 to $134/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 61 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 23, Aug 24, Aug 25.

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Hostel prices in Sydney, Australia

A typical dorm night in Sydney runs about $21.

Based on current listed prices, September is typically the cheapest month (around $21/night) and November the most expensive (around $25/night).

At $18/night and up, Sydney is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Australia.

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Local knowledge for Sydney

Where to stay

Kings Cross and neighboring Potts Point have the densest cluster of hostels and sit on the T4 Eastern Suburbs line, putting the CBD about three stops away. Newtown, on the T2 Inner West line, trades a little convenience for noticeably cheaper meals and a less tourist-heavy scene along King Street.

Getting around

  • Pick up an Opal card at any train station or convenience store on arrival. Daily fare caps mean a full day of trains, buses, and ferries typically costs a modest daily cap.
  • The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk is free and takes around two hours. Grab food from a supermarket near Bondi Beach before you start rather than paying cafe prices at stops along the route.
  • The airport train charges a station access fee on top of the standard Opal fare. If you are watching every dollar, bus routes from the airport connect to the wider rail network without that surcharge.

When to go

June and July offer the lowest hostel prices. December through January fills beds fast due to summer school holidays and NYE fireworks, and Mardi Gras in late February or early March does the same for inner-city hostels.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Sydney cost per night?

Dorm beds in Sydney currently range from $18 to $134/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Sydney?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Sydney are August 23, August 24, August 25.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Sydney?

HostelHound currently tracks 61 hostels in Sydney, Australia.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Sydney?

Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Sydney, with dorm beds typically around $21/night.

Is Sydney affordable compared to other hostel cities in Australia?

Sydney is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Australia, with dorm prices starting from $18/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Sydney?

Kings Cross and neighboring Potts Point have the densest cluster of hostels and sit on the T4 Eastern Suburbs line, putting the CBD about three stops away. Newtown, on the T2 Inner West line, trades a little convenience for noticeably cheaper meals and a less tourist-heavy scene along King Street.

What is the best time of year to visit Sydney?

June and July offer the lowest hostel prices. December through January fills beds fast due to summer school holidays and NYE fireworks, and Mardi Gras in late February or early March does the same for inner-city hostels.