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YHA Sydney Central

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Capitol Theatre

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool
Rooftop terrace
Interior detail
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥11,462
￥12,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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King Room with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Electric kettle
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Electric kettle
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room Plus 4 Single Beds with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
2000, NSW, Haymarket, 11 Rawson Place

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 2 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fat Thaiger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mountbatten Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

YHA Sydney Central

Hostel near Hyde Park
Close to Capitol Theatre and International Convention Centre Sydney, YHA Sydney Central provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, In Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills, an elevator, and coworking spaces
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 149 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.

Languages

Dutch, English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Urdu

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  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
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9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 817 reviews
The price is ￥16,400
￥18,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • In Cafe
  • Schirrmo's Bar

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Sydney Central YHA Hostel
Sydney Central YHA

Frequently asked questions

Does YHA Sydney Central have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Sydney Central?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Sydney Central on Jul 21, 2025 start from ￥11,462, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is YHA Sydney Central pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at YHA Sydney Central?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at YHA Sydney Central?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at YHA Sydney Central?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Sydney Central located?

Located in Haymarket, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Capitol Theatre, Hyde Park, and Sydney Town Hall. International Convention Centre Sydney and Sydney Tower Eye are also within 1 mi (2 km). Central Light Rail Station is only a 2-minute walk and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 3 minutes.

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YHA Sydney Central Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 365 out of 801 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 801 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 801 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 801 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 801 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located to Chinatown and lots of attractions in downtown Sydney. We loved the location. Bed linens where very clean, carpet and hallways could’ve used a little touchup. Great experience staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paddianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for work trips, it’s great and I love how central it is
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hee Chung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is prime. Linen could be cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ryoichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close to city and tram/train station
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds but bathroom floor a little sticky. Front of house staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Imam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn't t feel safety ,this Is uncomfortable for me,so I choosed another Hotel,
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had stayed in a few different hotels during my stay in Australia and New Zealand and this property had the friendliest staff of them all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well located,suitable for families, kitchen facilities good. Pool small and dirty,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

If your after a youth hostel, its great. If you after a restful nights sleep, look elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Amenities
Service great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, rail close by and generally things were as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe hostel. Lots of showers and bathrooms and dining area with pool. There was a long wait to check in at 2pm
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Malachi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good room but the shower pressure was almost non-existent. May as well have stood out in the rain
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff property very clean A little noisy next to bath room recommend soft closing doors
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
YHA has a good rate affordable for back packers like me, clean and tidy the only problem was the doors of your neighbour's room, plus bathroom doors, they guest keep slamming the doors that wake me up in different times.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very well located
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirsad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was tidy and floor was quiet as a mouse. Slept very comfortably and no issues to report.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bango

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean space
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I would stay again

Great place. Modern and clean. Convenient and comfortable. I stayed in a private room with ensuite. It was an excellent value for Sydney.
View from the rooftop
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

seungho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haruka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This backpacker is really clean and location is the best!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024