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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2026
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Hostel with indoor pool, near Circular Quay
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At YHA Sydney Central, you're in the heart of it all. Enjoy a rooftop view, indulge in meals at In Cafe, or unwind with WiFi and a drink from the bar. The library offers quiet time while laundry facilities keep you fresh.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Bar
Main amenities (12)
Main amenities (12)
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Indoor pool
- Rooftop terrace
- Breakfast available
- 24-hour front desk
- Vending machine
- Water dispenser
- Self-serve laundry
- Meeting room
- Multilingual staff
- Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Feel at home (6)
- Laundry facilities
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Elevator
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Limited onsite parking
- Indoor swimming pools
$76 nightly
The total price is $84
$84 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- Sleeps 2
- Free WiFi
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Queen Room With Shared Bathroom
- Sleeps 2
- Free WiFi
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King Room with Ensuite
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
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- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 280 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Entire 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
- 140 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 4 Twin Bunk Beds
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 210 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 140 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
- 140 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Queen Room with Ensuite
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
- 70 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
- 140 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 210 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 70 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- 70 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Queen Plus Four with Ensuite
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
- 70 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 6
- 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 4
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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Queen Room with Ensuite
- Sleeps 2
- Free WiFi
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Twin Room with Ensuite
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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Queen Room Plus 4 Single Beds with Ensuite
- Sleeps 6
- Free WiFi
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King Room With Ensuite
- Sleeps 2
- Free WiFi
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Twin Room With Ensuite
- Sleeps 2
- Free WiFi
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Bed In 5 Beds Mixed Dormitory
- Sleeps 1
- Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood
11 Rawson Place, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
What's nearby
- Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Paddy's Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
- Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive
- Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 66 min drive
- Sydney Central Station - 2 min walk
- Exhibition Centre Station - 13 min walk
- Sydney Redfern Station - 18 min walk
- Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
- Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
- Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 6 min walk
Restaurants
- KFC - 2 min walk
- The Great Southern Hotel - 1 min walk
- Outta Coffee - 2 min walk
- Chubby Cubby - 1 min walk
- Pho Gia Hoi - 2 min walk
About this property
YHA Sydney Central
YHA Sydney Central features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and International Convention Centre Sydney. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at In Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Circular Quay and University of Sydney are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Central Light Rail Station is steps away and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 3 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 149 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM
- Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
- Onsite parking limited
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Water dispenser
Working away
- Meeting room
- Coworking spaces
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
Facilities
- 1 building/tower
- Rooftop terrace
- An indoor pool
- Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
- Local artist showcase
- Uses some LED lighting
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Waste recycling policy
- Water dispenser
- Lockers available
Accessibility
- Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Shower only
Stay connected
- Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
- Housekeeping on request
- Bulk dispenser for toiletries
- Energy-saving switches
- Recycling
- Water-efficient showers only
- Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
In Cafe - This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Schirrmo's Bar - Onsite bar. Open select days.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Sydney Central YHA Hostel
Sydney Central YHA
Frequently asked questions
Does YHA Sydney Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, YHA Sydney Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at YHA Sydney Central?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at YHA Sydney Central?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at YHA Sydney Central?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Sydney Central?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at YHA Sydney Central?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at YHA Sydney Central and nearby?
YHA Sydney Central has an indoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near YHA Sydney Central?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, In Cafe.
What's the area around YHA Sydney Central like?
YHA Sydney Central is in Haymarket, a short 2-minute walk from Central Light Rail Station and 11 minutes' walk from Hyde Park.
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Reviews
YHA Sydney Central Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2026
We had a great stayed. Loved the location easy walk to everywhere we needed. All the amenities were clean and ready to use.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
As far as hostels go, this was excellent. Friendly welcome, our double room was clean and spacious, shared toilets and bathrooms were clean and hygienic, excellent kitchens, very good buffet breakfast... and, best of all, right next to Central station
L L
L L, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
Everything, the location, right next to central station, easy to walk everywhere in CBD, to Circular Key, Darling Harbour Star City Casino, Lyric and Entertainment theatres/centers etc.
Love the lockers in room and also behind reception before and after your stay on checkin/out day to store your bags, so you can walk around without bags.
Have stayed at Sydney YHA many times.
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 12, 2025
Staff were professional, friendly and helpful at all times.
I didn't have free breakfast included in my stay but from what I saw it was well provided. Great location with all transport options in the doorstep and a variety of dining options within walking distance.
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
very clean room and easy access to Central
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Been staying here for work trips, it’s great and I love how central it is
Paddianne
Paddianne, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
The closeness to station and light rail was handy. Beakfast was good abd the room clean
Lynette
Lynette, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2025
Clean rooms
Joemar
Joemar, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
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.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2024
Clean and comfortable, convenient location.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 13, 2024
It is very well located
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Pleasant stay
Efficient and friendly check in, room was quiet, clean, and modern. Bathrooms at time of use were clean, shower pressure could be more powerful, but not a dealbreaker, enjoyed my stay.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Special thanks to Damon and Frazer for organising outdoor activities. Really enjoyed my stay. Difficult to fault for anything especially given the newly renovated facilities and price.
Hisashi
Hisashi, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
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.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Very friendly reception staff, easy process to check in and no problems at all. Would stay again.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
Very comfortable beds but bathroom floor a little sticky.
Front of house staff excellent.
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
This backpacker is really clean and location is the best!!
Haruka
Haruka, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2023
Excellent staff, clean kitchens and dining area. Handy to trains and buses and shops - great location.
yok chan
yok chan, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Excellent location to central station & tram outside the door.
Lyn
Lyn, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2023
Best location and very clean
Axel
Axel, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Location is prime. Linen could be cleaner.
Hee Chung
Hee Chung, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
YHA Central Hotel Stay
Excellent establishment for hotels and hostel accommodation. Very friendly staff, cafe prices very good. Being mainly a hostel lots of activities every day so quite a friendly buzz (not load). Rooftop modest swimming pool with views over the city.
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Mar 7, 2024
Location was good
INABA
INABA, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
Very helpful staff property very clean
A little noisy next to bath room recommend soft closing doors
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip